Season 1, Episode 1 | 37 min

Finding Purpose and Meaning

Astrophysicist, author and Sufi mystic, Suhrawardi William Gebel, makes the connection between science and mysticism, showing how both disciplines can shed light on the perennial questions of the mind and heart – Why are we here? What is our purpose? How can we find fulfillment in life?

In this podcast we discuss his new book “Nature’s Hidden Dimension: Envisioning the Inner Life of the Universe”. This explores the scientific view, the experiences of Sufi mystics, and his own realizations. We discuss the Seven Leading Names of G’d that illuminate the unfoldment of all of creation, from Al-Hayy, the All-pervading life to Al-Kalim, the capacity for expression.

Beyond Words and Intellect

Because music transcends language, intellect and cultural barriers, Suhrawardi commissioned composer and pianist Michael Harrison to express the vibrational essence of these Names of Awakening. To listen to the soundtrack for Al-Kalim, be sure to follow this podcast with the interview with Michael.

Listen in on the conversation on the parallels in science and mysticism. Where do they converge, if at all? What is the nature of Mind and the purpose of life? A rare glimpse into the discoveries of a career astrophysicist and lifelong explorer of Truth.

Publications:

• Root Speaks to Bud: Fulfilling the Purpose of Life
• Nature’s Hidden Dimension: Envisioning the Inner Life of the Universe
• Music composed to express the Seven Leading Names – preview