Tarikat Collection

Persian Dervish - Paris Exhibition
Persian Dervish at the Paris Exposition in 1900. Dervish or Darvesh in Persian usually refers to a person who is a seeker of the truth i.e. universal truth

Bektashi Dervish at Tangiers, Morocco. Founder of the Bektashi order was Hajji Bektash Wali (1209 - 1271) - is today a renowned figure in the history and culture of both Ottoman Empire

Provincial Dervish. Dervish or Darvesh in Persian usually refers to a person who is a seeker of the truth i.e. universal truth

Wandering Dervish and a Derivish who gives out water
Constantinople - Wandering Dervish and a Derivish who gives out free water. Dervish or Darvesh in Persian usually refers to a person who is a seeker of the truth i.e. universal truth

Seated Iranian Dervish Group
Seated group of Iranian (Persian) Dervishes. Dervish or Darvesh in Persian usually refers to a person who is a seeker of the truth i.e. universal truth

Dervishes engaged upon Zikr
Dervishes of different Sufi orders engaged upon Zikr - remembrance and praise of God. Dervish or Darvesh in Persian usually refers to a person who is a seeker of the truth i.e. universal truth

Group of Egyptian Whirling Derivishes
Group Egyptian Dervishes. Dervish or Darvesh in Persian usually refers to a person who is a seeker of the truth i.e. universal truth

Seated Egyptian Dervish
North African (Egyptian) Dervish seated. Dervish or Darvesh in Persian usually refers to a person who is a seeker of the truth i.e. universal truth

Ottoman Empire - Dervish Sheikh. Dervish or Darvesh in Persian usually refers to a person who is a seeker of the truth i.e. universal truth

A Bektash Dervish Sheikh (Baba) wearing the traditional twelve-pointed wheel (the twelve imans). Founder of the Bektashi order was Hajji Bektash Wali (1209 - 1271)

Persian Dervish. Dervish or Darvesh in Persian usually refers to a person who is a seeker of the truth i.e. universal truth

Caucasus - Dervish with swordfish sword
Caucasus - Derivish with swordfish sword and begging bowl. Darwesh or Dervish, as it is known in European languages, refers to members of Sufi Muslim ascetic religious Tariqahs - tariket

Dervishes of different orders - Constantinople (Istanbul). Dervish or Darvesh in Persian usually refers to a person who is a seeker of the truth i.e. universal truth

Seated Dervish with knotted stick
Dervish or Darvesh in Persian usually refers to a person who is a seeker of the truth i.e. universal truth. Within the Islamic tradition such people are often known as Sufis, Sufi

Bektashi Dervishes with children. Dervish or Darvesh in Persian usually refers to a person who is a seeker of the truth i.e. universal truth

Middle Eastern Dervish Group
Rifai Dervishes - a Dervish order founded by Shaykh Sayyid Ahmad ar-Rifai (1119-1182). Traditional Dervish order found with a marked prescence in Syria, Egypt, Kosovo and Albania

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"Tarikat: Unveiling the Mystical Journey of Dervishes" Step into the enchanting world of Tarikat, where Persian Dervishes dance their way to spiritual enlightenment. At the Paris Exhibition, these ethereal beings captivate onlookers with their mesmerizing whirling movements. Venturing beyond Persia, we encounter Provincial Dervishes who embrace solitude and simplicity in their quest for divine connection. In Tangiers, Morocco, a Bektashi Dervish gracefully spins amidst vibrant marketplaces, spreading tranquility through his presence. Witness the profound devotion of wandering Dervishes as they offer water selflessly to parched souls along dusty paths. Engaged upon Zikr - a sacred ritual involving chanting and meditation - these devoted practitioners find solace in surrendering themselves completely to God's will. In Smyrne's bustling streets lies an enchanting sight: Dervish Street-Bazar teeming with colorful stalls selling trinkets that symbolize spiritual awakening. Here, seekers immerse themselves in Sufi teachings while embracing the chaos of everyday life. A seated Iranian Dervish group emanates serenity as they gather together for prayer and reflection. Their stillness speaks volumes about inner peace attained through unwavering dedication to their chosen path. Turkish dervishes embody grace and elegance as they whirl effortlessly like celestial bodies orbiting around unseen forces. With each spin, they transcend earthly boundaries and enter realms unknown to ordinary mortals. Egyptian Whirling Derivishes form a captivating circle; their synchronized movements create a vortex that transports both participants and spectators alike into higher states of consciousness. Seated Egyptian dervishes exude wisdom earned through years spent delving deep within themselves. Within the Ottoman Empire thrives a revered figure – the esteemed Dervish Sheikh – whose wise counsel guides countless souls towards illumination on this mystical journey called Tarikat.