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In these offerings of images and teachings we honor our Dance lineage and ancestors Murshid Samuel L. Lewis (Father of the Dances), Hazrat Inayat Khan (Grandfather of the Dances), and Ruth St. Denis (Grandmother of the Dances).
The originator of the Dances of Universal Peace was Murshid Samuel Lewis. A life-long seeker, he studied and mastered many spiritual paths, and was the first American-born Sufi master. Committed to world peace and understanding through face-to-face meetings of people of different cultures, and exchanges in the arts and agriculture, he was a "citizen diplomat" long before the phrase was invented. "Eat, Dance and Pray Together" was his peace plan. In his writings and teaching talks, he especially credits two of his teachers, Hazrat Inayat Khan and Ruth St. Denis, for their influence on him as the Dances began to "come to and through" him.
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| M103 Seated | M132 Darshan | M133 Attunement to Rama | M134 Attunement to Muhammad |
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| M135 Namasté | M136 Blessing | M137 In the Garden | M138 In the Meditation Room |
A stellar item created through the inspiration of Daoud Neil Miller, Alia Calendar and members of the Seattle Dance community. Dancers around the world have asked for clear tapes and instructions for the Dances of Murshid Samuel Lewis. Dancing and leading these Dances is a direct journey into the baraka of this great teacher. The booklet includes the wonderfully inspiring and invaluable feature of commentaries on these Dances by Saadi Neil Douglas-Klotz. PeaceWorks.
Contents: Invocation/Introductory Bismillah/ As-Salaam Aleikum Greeting Dance/Ya Hayy, Ya Haqq Dance/Ya Muhammad Abdullah/Bismillah with Partners/Three Wazifas Dance/Zikr Devotional Dance/Dervish Cycle/Rahmat Dance/Ram Nam/'Tis a Gift to be Simple/Hare Krishna, Hare Rama/Ya Hayy, Ya Haqq Progressive Dance/Rose Dance/Om Nama Shivaya/Nembutsu Dance/Rasul Dance with Turns/Zikr Square Dance/Kalama
60 minute Stereo Cassette T123 $13
Instruction Booklet T124 $10
In the Jubilee anniversary year of Murshid Samuel Lewis' passing, PeaceWorks saw the completion of another long-term and long-awaited project. Anahata worked over five years to create this beautiful history of the Dances. Many donors, many workers and many prayers supported her efforts, and now it is available to all, Giving a detailed and inspiring history of the Dances through Dance, interviews and narration, it also highlights many areas of current activity. In the words of Murshid Moineddin Jablonski, spiritual successor to Murshid S.A.M., "There is so much actual baraka and peace transmitted through this video that I wept for joy-as Murshid S.A.M. himself often wept-at seeing the seeds he planted and nurtured now growing as fruits and flowers in the gardens of the world." PeaceWorks.
74 minute video cassette
- NTSC format (North America) M129 $30
- PAL format (Europe, Asia, So. Pacific) M130 $40
This color video brings the smile, voice and blessing of Murshid S.A.M. into your home today. Scenes include him teaching some of the first Dances of Universal Peace. A wonderful way to share the magnetism, humor and depth which this fully human mystic has given to the world. Touchstone Films. Cover photo by Mansur Johnson.
30 minute Video (VHS only) M116 $29.95
A remarkable volume containing selected autobiographical writings of Samuel L. Lewis-peace maker, scientist, world citizen, teacher, and creator of the Dances of Universal Peace. This selection from journals and letters from the early part of the century continuing to his death in 1971 tells an intriguing story of one man's search for truth. S.I.R.S. Caravan Publications.
ISBN 0-915424-10-X B102 $14.95 soft cover
A remarkable volume containing selected autobiographical writings of Samuel L. Lewis-peace maker, scientist, world citizen, teacher, and creator of the Dances of Universal Peace. This selection from journals and letters from the early part of the century continuing to his death in 1971 tells an intriguing story of one man's search for truth. S.I.R.S. Caravan Publications.
ISBN 0-915424-10-X B107 $8.95 soft cover
A gem of wisdom, from a recent discovery of unpublished manuscripts by Samuel Lewis. The Book of Peace, written in the 1930's, previews many of his later projects in global peacemaking and the Dances of Universal Peace, while integrating radical insights about the relative value of capitalism and socialism in human evolution. Sufi Islamia/Prophecy
38 pg, 8.5" x 11" B109 $10 spiral bound
"A short, but very deep course in Jewish, Christian and Islamic mysticism through the eyes of Murshid Samuel L. Lewis. Through the voices of the three major religions of the Middle East, we are reminded of the necessity of wisdom in order to have peace. Astounding in its depth and inspiration." -Saadi Neil Douglas-Klotz In addition, Samuel Lewis gives brief, poetic attunements to the beings of Moses, Jesus, Mohammed, Buddha, Ram-Sita and others. Very readable verse in the style of Walt Whitman. Beautifully illustrated and with full glossary and notes by Murshid Wali Ali Meyer.
ISBN 0-915424-03-7 B110 $13 paper
Born in Northern India into a family of musicians renowned for generations, Hazrat Inayat Khan introduced the message of Universal Sufism to Europe and America early in the 20th century. His depth of mystic realization was matched by an ability to bring spirituality into everyday concerns. The message he offered of the Unity of Religious Ideals is strongly reflected in the Dances. Samuel Lewis studied with many spiritual teachers, but called Hazrat Inayat Khan "the teacher of my heart."
5x7 black and white photograph M117 $6
Inayat Khan's teachings on music and sound are considered by many to be the outstanding achievement of his career. His approach has implications for health and spiritual development as well as the study, use and appreciation of music and sound. Different sections discuss Music, The Mysticism of Sound, Cosmic Language, and the Power of the Word. This recent re-editing of his work contains lectures not previously published. Element Books.
ISBN 1-85230-091-4 B103 $19.95 soft cover
Meditations for every day of the year. The original sayings are by Pir-o-Murshid Inayat Khan, Murshid S.A.M.'s Sufi teacher. Through attunement to the being of his teacher, Samuel Lewis' illuminating commentaries enlighten the reader further and bring deepening understanding. Sufi Islamia/Prophecy
ISBN 0-915424-08-8 B108 $20 spiral bound
Ruth St. Denis, modern dance pioneer, is known as the "grandmother" of the Dances of Universal Peace. Mystic, poet and artist, she dedicated her life to embodying the divine through sacred dance. Samuel Lewis said, "Ruth St. Denis has the faculty of drawing music and dance right out of the cosmos, out of the heart of God. She taught me this faculty."
5x7 black and white photograph M104 $6
Long-desired by lovers of the Dances, PeaceWorks is very happy to announce the completion of this edition of Miss Ruth's writings. The Sacred Dance, never before published in book form, speaks Miss Ruth's deep insights into movement, the body, and a vision of physical expression in sacred time and form which will transform life and the world. Her beautiful poetry evokes movement in words. This book offers the fullest portrayal of Miss Ruth's thought available to date. Interwoven with the text are beautiful photos of her performing many of her most famous dances. Kamae's inspiration to take this project to her heart and hand has created a book whose every word speaks deeply to the core of the sacredness of the Dances of Universal Peace and the ongoing blessing of our beloved "grandmother" on the work we share. PeaceWorks.
ISBN 0-915424-14-2 B106 $15 soft cover
A beautiful telling of Miss Ruth's life and work using stills, dance footage and interviews with her in her later years. Her grace, majesty and strength of character are clearly portrayed. Hearing her views and insights spoken in her own voice is a powerful experience. The video is available for rental only. Please call or write in advance for availability and terms. A Visa or MasterCard account is required as a guaranty for rental. Pyramid Films.
25 minute video (VHS only) M118 $20 (rental)
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May 1, 2000