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A Bektash Dervish Sheikh
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) - is today a renowned figure in the history and culture of both Ottoman Empire and modern Turkey. 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, people of the way or mystics and they come from every strata of society; here monetary considerations are inapplicable since the situation is that of a deep personal inner spiritual longing. There are in existence a number Sufi Orders many of which bear the name of a great saint and within these orders various practices have continued over the centuries in order to assist generations of seekers whose desire is to be brought to reality itself. It is said that the number of ways to reality/truth exceeds the number of grains of sand on the beach. It may be noted that this infinite number of ways to truth can even start at a point beyond religion, ultimately the truth is an univeral quality."
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A captivating image of a Bektash Dervish Sheikh, adorned in the traditional twelve-pointed wheel, also known as the "Selam," representing the twelve imams in Shia Islam. The Bektashi Order, founded by Hajji Bektash Wali (1209-1271), is an esteemed part of the rich history and culture of both the Ottoman Empire and modern Turkey. The term "Dervish" or "Darvesh" in Persian signifies a person on a quest for truth, often referred to as Sufis, Sufis being the mystics or people of the way within the Islamic tradition. Sufi Orders, including the Bektashi, have persisted throughout the centuries, providing spiritual guidance to countless seekers yearning for enlightenment. The Bektashi Order, named after its founder, is one of many Sufi Orders that have continued to evolve and adapt, offering diverse practices to help individuals on their spiritual journeys. The infinite number of paths to truth and reality exceeds the number of grains of sand on the beach, and the Bektashi Order, like others, provides a unique and valuable perspective. The Sheikh in this photograph embodies the deep inner spiritual longing that transcends monetary considerations and unites individuals from all walks of life in their quest for truth. The twelve-pointed wheel, a symbol of the twelve imams, serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of all things and the universal nature of truth. This image, a testament to the enduring legacy of the Bektashi Order and the spiritual quest for truth, is a profound reminder of the human capacity for self-discovery and the infinite possibilities that lie within.
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