The Appalachian Sufi

Lapses of Faith

I go over the topic of lapses of faith and explain why I believe they are nothing to be afraid of and can even provide opportunities for growth.

What is Qawwali Music???

In this brief episode, i explain the origins, composition, history and global impact of Sufi devotional musuc, or "qawwali" and how it was popularized in the West and on a global scale through artists such as Nusrait Fateh Ali Khan.

We Are in a SPIRITUAL CRISIS!!!

Much of the modern world has become far to alienated, materialistic and self-centered. In this video, I propose faith-based solutions that might improve this situation. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to my channel, LIKE my content and SHARE it! Support me on Rumble, Substack, Patreon, Twitter/X and Instagram! #religiion #socialcommentary #islam #sufi #sufism #spirirualjourney #spiritual #appalachian #appalachia #globalcrisis #israel #palestine

Sufi Spotlight: Inayat Khan

I explain the long history and relationship between Sufism and art and poetry and highlight one of my greatest personal influences, Hazrat Inayat Khan. Support The Appalachian Sufi on Rumble, YouTube, Spotify, Facebook, Substack, Instagram, Twitter/X, and Patreon today! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! #islam #sufism #inayatkhan #sufi #appalachian #appalachiansufi #podcast #religion #music #art #poetry #spiritual #spirituality

Thomas Jefferson and Islam

I outline Thomas Jefferson's complext history with Islam and religion in general. If you liked this video, be sure to follow me to see more of my content and subscribe to my Substack and follow me on Facebook! Your support is appreciated. Sources used in this podcast: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/why-thomas-jefferson-owned-qur-1-180967997/ [https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/why-thomas-jefferson-owned-qur-1-180967997/] https://www.monticello.org/research-education/thomas-jefferson-encyclopedia/first-barbary-war/ [https://www.monticello.org/research-education/thomas-jefferson-encyclopedia/first-barbary-war/]