Several years after her death, in , her body was transferred from France to Turkey and buried in a cemetery opposite the Mausoleum of Rumi in Konya. Although he did not know Farsi, Barks hired a translator to work on Rumi's works. His formulation of Rumi's poems close to the style of American free verse was an influential factor in their spread in popular circles, such that many pop singers and singers in the U.
This has further contributed to increasing awareness of Rumi among all sectors of the people and increasing his influence in Western culture. The fact that Rumi's influence in Western culture grew and his works became best-selling books in the U.
A huge celebration was held in Paris in addition to various events in 18 countries around the world. In , the American singer Christopher Anthony John Martin Chris Martin , lead singer of the band Coldplay, included excerpts from Rumi's poems entitled "The Guest House" in his band's new album, and the song achieved great success in the U.
In , The Guardian announced that David Franzoni, the screenwriter of the movie Gladiator, agreed with producer Stephen Joel Brown to produce a film about the life of Rumi, and announced their intention to nominate actor Leonardo Di Caprio to embody the character of Rumi; however, the project didn't go on. It can be said that Rumi's influence in Western culture is widespread in popular and artistic circles, in contrast to his influence in the Islamic world and — especially in the Arab world — where this influence was confined to the academic domain.
Eric Geoffroy, French professor of Philosophy and Mysticism at the University of Strasbourg who previously taught at some universities in Damascus, says that the spiritual atmosphere of Persian and Turkish is completely different and simpler than Arab spirituality.
This is why they desire to present him as a poet and a philosopher, distancing him from his Islamic identity while Rumi himself always emphasized this fact. To demonstrate that the Masnavi is not only a book of mystical poetry and wisdom, but a complete approach to understanding religion, Ceylan says that "perhaps Rumi has meeting points with Greek philosophers or ancient Chinese culture, and perhaps his poems contain positions mentioned in the Bible and the Torah to convey an idea.
But above all, he is a scholar and Muslim jurist, just as the Qur'an does not deny the Torah and the Bible. Because the Mawlawi Order and the teachings of Rumi are not separate from Islam. Ceylan also says that Rumi is a good "brand" for introducing Islam and its teachings, presenting a correct image of Islam and correcting the stereotyped image in the minds of some that links Islam with violence and the rejection of the other, noting that the Masnavi has been translated into 26 languages and has continued to inspire many for more than years.
We can conclude with a quote from one of the most famous and widely spread poems of Rumi, as it is a summary of the approach that a person should live by, regardless of his religion or race:. In concealing other's faults, be like the night The idea behind it is adopting and accepting local traditions and using them as tools to make people aware about Islamic teachings. This order is more confined to focus on shariah traditions. They do not permit qawwali or Sema like Chishtiya.
It is the second largest tradition, since Maulana Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi was also a strict follower of Qadriya order. He popularized it. Till then, it was the abode of elite Muslims.
Naqshbandia order is admired by the clergies of Delhi, Lahore, Hyderabad and Kashmir. Following Naqshbandia order is not an easy task for a common man because of its strict discipline and commitment to follow shariah in letter and spirit. Sohardwardia order is prevalent in Afghanistan and Bangladesh.
But has limited disciples in India and Pakistan. HR: The uniqueness of Rumi's order is that it is hidden among both of them. His idea of Wahdat ul Wujood unity of being , Sema, poetry, whirling dervish, love and companionship toward humanity, are in some way hallmark of the Chishti order as well. In a way, Rumi's order is a combination of Chishtiya and Qadirya. He is followed by different orders in different ways because of his philosophy and work.
We cannot limit him in any particular Sufi order. He has emerged an ambassador of peace, therefore, his appeal is universal. What is this philosophy and why has it been so controversial? He wrote this book, in response to questions from his son Imam Zainul Abedin about Surah Fatiha, the first chapter of the holy Quran.
He interpreted the philosophy of Wahdat ul Wujood. Rumi himself has emphasized that mysticism is nothing except following Quranic teachings and the prophet's life.
He was a true follower of Ibne Arabi who was the greatest exponent of this philosophy. In India, sufis have drawn their ideological and spiritual strength from the pantheistic doctrines to build an ideological bridge between Islam and Hinduism. It is a way to entice Hindus to study and attract them toward Islamic teachings.
Their clash of opinion with Fahreddin-i Razi, one of his contemporary mystics, along with the probability of a Mongol invasion urged him to desert his hometown accompanied by his entire family. Mevlana had two sons whom he named Bahaeddin Sultan Veled and Alaeddin. Years later, during his time in Konya, and after Gevher Banu passed away, Mevlana married Kerra Hatun by whom he had two more children; another son, Muzafferreddin Emir Alim and a daughter Melike.
He studies the other religions along with Islam. From history to medicine, he receives his initial education from his father and then from Seyyid Burhaneddin Tirmizi and other top scholars of the time. Later on he himself, in turn, teaches hundreds of students in Madrassahs theological universities. Meanwhile, Sems-i Tebrizi, not fulfilled by the ultimate spiritual rank he has attained, is in search of another fellow acquaintance to match his own scholarly wisdom and to enjoy his company.
Sems and Hz. Mevlana, who had their first encounter in Damascus, meet again in , in Konya. These two God loving velis guardians , focus intensely on divine discussions and together they attain heavenly wisdom. Unjust rumours are spread against Sems-i Tebrizi, who is offended and flees Konya for Damascus.
Mevlana, in his deep grief, secludes himself from all friends and writes many of his verses which we read in Divan-i Kebir. Nevertheless, jealousy arises once again and Sems, this time, suddenly disappears altogether. Even though his tomb is assumed to be in Konya, whether he deserted the city or was murdered still remains a mystery. Mevlana enters a new stage in his life upon the disappearance of his close friend.
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