Audio Archives: Entering the Living Stream

The teachings of Sufism are not meant to be held in the mind alone; they are meant to be felt in the breath and vibrated in the heart. It is in the spirit of Love and shared presence that these recordings are offered.

These archives are more than just a repository of information—they are a way for you to join the “living stream” of my classes from wherever you are. Whether you are revisiting a specific practice or discovering these “spiritual technologies” for the first time, I invite you to listen with a relaxed heart.

In this library, you will find:

• The Yoga of Sound: Chanting and Wazifa practices to tune your inner character.
• Heart Studies: Deep dives into the philosophy of Universal Sufism and the Message of Spiritual Liberty.
• Guided Meditations: Silent and breath-based practices to help you navigate the “stations of the journey.”

As you listen, may you feel the presence of the Beloved and the support of the Silsila—the chain of light that connects us all.

Navigating the Recordings

I strive to make these archives a home for everyone, regardless of their native language. To help you find what best serves your journey today, please note the different nature of these sessions:

• The Inner Life Series: In these sessions, I explore the journey of the soul through the teachings of Hazrat Inayat Khan. We work to ‘dig the soil’ under which the light of the soul is buried, moving from belief toward a deeper, lived knowledge. Because these sessions involve deep study, reading, and detailed English commentary, they may be more challenging for non-English speakers to follow. However, the “vibration” of the teaching is present for all who wish to listen.
• Sufi Practices & Chanting: These recordings are focused on the breath (Prana), Wazifa, and Zikr. Because the language of the soul is vibration and sound, these practices are accessible to everyone. Even if you do not speak English, you can follow the rhythm of the chanting and the flow of the breath to experience the “Inner School” directly.

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The Inner Life Series: Exploring the Landscape of the Soul 

This series follows the “Inner Journey” mapped out in our philosophy. These sessions are designed to “dig the soil” under which the light of the soul has been buried, using the Gathekas of Hazrat Inayat Khan as our guide. As we study the text, we move from Belief toward a deeper Knowledge of the Divine.

Session 1: The Radiance of Beginnings (p. 7) – Listen

Chant: Bismillah Errahman Errahim

Session 2: Forgiveness and Accountability (p. 8) – Listen

Chant: Bismillah

Wazifas: Ya Gaffar, Ya Ghafur, Ya Hasib

Practice: Zikr

Session 3: Returning to the One (p. 9-10) – Listen

Practice: Allah on the breath

Wazifas: Ya Tawwab, Ya ‘Afuw, Ya Mu’min, Ya Muhaimin

Practice: Allah Zikr

Session 4: The Healing Light of Being (p. 11-12) – Listen

Chant: Healing Bismillah

Wazifas: Ya Aliyy, Ya Nur, Ya Hayy, Ya Badi

Practice: “Toward the One” breath

Session 5: Guidance and the Pulse of Life (p. 13-14) – Listen

Chant: Reggae Zikr

Wazifas: Ya Hadi, Ya Rashid, Ya Azim, Ya Qabid, Ya Basit

Session 6: The Sacred Union (p. 15-16) – Listen

Meditation: Being Held

Wazifas: Ya Quddus, Ya Jami

Practice: Breathe in “Toward the One,” out “United with all”

Session 7: Justice, Mercy, and the Way (p. 17-20) – Listen

Chant: Wei Wu Wei

Wazifas: Ya Muntaqim, Ya ‘Afuw

Practice: Zikr chant

Session 8: The Sun and Moon of Mercy (p. 20-22) – Listen

Practice: Intoning Ya Rahman, Ya Rahim

Practice: Zikr chant

Session 9: The Heart of Equanimity (p. 23-25) – Listen

Meditation: Equanimity

Chant: Song of Solomon

Session 10: The Subtle Witness (p. 27-29) – Listen

Meditation: Breathing love in and out

Wazifas: Ya Latif, Ya Khabir

Session 11: Unity and Self-Sufficiency (p. 29-31) – Listen

Wazifas: Ya Ahad, Ya Samad

Practice: Intone Allah (slow), Sura al Iklas, and Allah Zikr

Session 12: The All-Hearing Presence (p. 32-35) – Listen

Chant: Bismillah Hu & Ya Salaam

Wazifas: Ya Mu’izz, Ya Mudhill, Ya Basir, Ya Sami

[Session 13: Not Recorded – The Manifest and the Hidden] (p. 37-38)

Wazifas: Ya ‘Awwal, Ya Akhir, Ya Batin, Ya Zahir, Ya Wasi

Session 14: The Inner Eye and the High View (p. 39-40) – Listen

Chant: Ya Salaam

Wazifas: Ya Khabir, Ya Shahid, Ya Alim, Ya Aliyy, Ya Muta’ali

Meditation: Candle meditation

Session 15: The Beauty of Creation (p. 41-44) – Listen

Chant: Ya Jamil

Wazifas: Ya Bari’, Ya Mussawir, Ya Fattah, Ya Jamil

Practice: Breathing Ya Hayy Ya Qayyum & Allah Hu Zikr

Session 16: The Breath of the Saints and the Unity of Being (p. 45-51) – Listen 
Chant: God is in Every Drop of Water
Wazifas: Ya Hakam, Ya Hakim, Ya Alim, Ya Wasi 
Teachings: Stories of Sufi Saints and the Divine flow in creation

Session 17: The Law of Reciprocity and Subtle Clues (p. 52-58) – Listen 

Chant: Gates of Heaven 

Wazifas: Ya Quddus, Ya Hakim, Ya Wajid, Ya Khafid 

Practice: Breath awareness and the Law of Reciprocity

Sacred Sound & Devotional Practice

These recordings are dedicated to the “Spiritual Technologies” of Zikr and Wazifa. By joining the chant, you are not just listening; you are connecting to the Silsila—the chain of light. I have designed these sessions to focus on the ‘spiritual voltage’ of the voice. By joining the chant, you connect to a living current that supports your own transformation.

Session 1: The Pulse of the Heart – Listen

Chants: “Take Comfort” Bismillah; Estaferallah Allah Chant; Ya Salaam

Wazifa & Meditation: Bismillah Errahman Errahim; Estaferallah; Guided Meditation

Closing: Zikr practice

Sacred Sound: Session 2 – Listen 

Chants: Take Comfort Bismillah; Estaferallah Allah; Ya Salaam 

Wazifas and Practice: Bismillah Errahman Errahim; Estaferallah 

Closing: Zikr practice

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“The language of the heart is one and the same for all. Whether through the silence of the breath or the melody of a chant, we meet in the Only Being.”

Continuing the Journey

If the resonance of these recordings speaks to you and you wish to explore the path further, I invite you to delve deeper into the heart of this work:

• More About Sufism — Delve into the “Science of the Heart” and the philosophy behind these chants to understand the spiritual foundation of our practice.
• Original Dances and Zikrs — Explore the library of sound, where you can find detailed dance descriptions and further recordings.
• View Upcoming Events — Join our circle for in-person classes in Ormskirk and across the globe, or gather with us online via Zoom from wherever you are.
• The Path of Initiation — For those who feel a deeper call toward the living transmission of the Silsila and the student-teacher relationship.
• The Inner School (Mureed Sanctuary) — If you have already taken Bayat, you may enter the private sanctuary via the login box in the sidebar to access the Mureed’s Handbook and Sadhana instructions.