Light Beauty

Light Beauty

This poem was originally written for my grandmothers who recently passed away. We received a huge response from alot of you in the form of prayers and heartfelt encouragement. We'd therefore like to share this poem with you for any of your loved ones who have passed on. May you find in it solace and fond memories. This is for those of Beautiful Light.

i write a song

i write a song for you

a song for all times

a song of ecstatic prayers

a song of infused love

a song for you

a song i know you'll hear

as your breathing nears its limits

it gives life to all

as we remember

your humanity

your dignity

your care

as we remember

your love

your eyes

your touch

your smile

though we're far apart

hearts know no distance

so when i felt,

you felt

when i smiled,

you smiled

when i laughed,

you laughed

when i cried,

you cried

and when i danced,

you danced

and when i sang,

you sang

and now we can sing this song that i write for you

thousand miles apart

yet together

together

as one

with one beat of two hearts

and as i look from a distance into your eyes

i feel your love

and know that you know

that we must carry-on

with a different beat

but with the same song

a song of love.

Enter

Enter

Enter into the domain of gnosis and open your soul to the universe and let God unveil realities that are contained within you. Imprints encrypted in the heart waiting to be revealed so that true life can issue forth from the depths of our being. Bathing ourselves in the stream of repentance seeking forgiveness from the One who hears all supplicants and knows the depths of our petitions. Our cries, pains and insecurities are made calm by His answers to our requests. The door to God swings open with thankfulness and gratitude. Knock at the door of thankfulness and gratitude and you shall enter a realm of serenity and plenitude.

Poem for the Prophet

Poem for the Prophet

This poem was written in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates at an event celebrating the birth of Prophet Muhammad. As many of you know I'm not fluent in Arabic. Whilst listening to the performers of Sacred Songs we tried to capture the breadth of these poetic lyrics. We began to jot down our experience and describe the atmosphere of the theatre. The inspiration goes to the men, women and children whose gentle spirit filled the room with sheer love and reverance. We'd also like to thank our gracious host in Abu Dhabi for inviting us to such a wonderful occasion.

Poem for the Prophet

Born in a desert

Son of Abdullah and Ameenah

Known as Al-Ameen (The Truthful)

He is the Fountainhead of Islam

He is the Spring of Iman (Faith)

He is the Tributary of Ihsan (Spiritual excellence)

He was an overwhelming ocean emerging from a desert oasis

Who was deposited in the world to quench our thirst

To nourish our hearts with love

And to guide our souls to the truth

His fragrance has reached the balmy shores of New Guinea

To the polar icecaps of the Arctic

He is the brilliant light that illuminated the world

Shone brightly as the North Star on a calm night

The perfect man whom God has blessed

With a blessing commensurate of His overflowing generosity

And may He shower His blessings on all those who extol Muhammad

And enter them into His garden

An Arabian Odyssey

An Arabian Odyssey

Wandering through the border towns of Al-Buraymi and Al ‘Ayn going from rocky tracks to date palms feeling so beautiful and tasting serenity. The road being my dear friend and always receiving me with a pleasant welcome full of boons and other wonderful little dainties. Opening her doors to me and proving once again that God has blessed the traveller with an abundance to partake in. The banquet table is forever full of the most voluptuous dishes and soothing drinks. Basking in the ambiance of this sumptuous meal and mood; only to have the road beckon me to continue my journey. Greeting my gracious host with a warm embrace, I bid farewell, until next time.

Date Palms, Cliffs and Cool Waters

Date Palms, Cliffs and Coolwaters

Riding offroad on rocky terrain along the beautiful coastline to Sur taking in some of the most splendid views while the sun began its ascent. Relaxing under palm trees at Wadi Tiwi desiring sweet water. Meeting proud Arabs living in cliff homes that provide them shade, protection and coolness. Their hospitality unmatched and directly connected to the final Prophet, from whom they derive their identity. Our rest gave us respite thus we resumed our trek until we came to Ras Al-Hadd, a haven for endangered turtles and allowed ourselves to enjoy the fragrant breezes and coolness of the sea. Arriving at Wadi Bin Khalid we walked through date palms which brought a calmness to the body and soul. Eating the date fruit resuscitates life and provides one with enough energy to sustain themselves from the stifling sun that evaporates everything it shines on. Visiting Muhammad’s friends we partake in a delicious lunch, a hike into the date palms looking at the beautiful rough cliffs and feeling the brilliance of the cool waters. Wadi Bin Khalid has done us well and we head for the Wahiba Sands, an expanse desert that has a stillness that is absorbed in the soul. As the sun begins to set we leave Wahiba Sands and take to the road and it’s smooth sailing all the way home.