An exploration of the spiritual journey as a path of love, where the heart’s discontent becomes the doorway to ultimate fulfillment.
Although the heart seeks fulfillment in people, possessions, and experiences, no external love can truly satisfy our deepest longing. Our discontent is an opportunity, a sacred invitation to turn inward. True fulfillment arises only when we empty our hearts to make space for the formless and intangible inner Beloved that is our true nature.
In The Inner Beloved, A. H. Almaas guides us on a transformative journey of the heart. With poetic insight, personal reflection, and practical exercises, he shows how the search for love leads us through emptiness and into a luminous darkness—a place where the mind is confounded, but the heart awakens to a passionate love for the unknown. As we surrender to this mystery and discover the unity of lover and Beloved, we feel a complete intimacy with the fundamental truth of reality, allowing us to rest in the deepest fulfillment possible.
– from the epilogue (edited)
It’s been a long time since the book group “Love unvailed”, organized by Michael Ohr, with insights by Paul Hancock, the editor of this book.
We hope that you’ve been well in your inner and outer journeys & adventures.
The 3rd book in the series is finally out. We’d love to do it all again starting beginning of September. So just an early heads up to let you know that it’s happening.
We’ll send out more info over the summer with zoom link etc.
FAQ
Is there a teacher?
It’s a student-led group for other students. Peer to peer / side by side.
Is there a cost?
It’s free.
Can anyone join?
Open to all current/previous/prospective Ridhwan students.
Do I have to commit to every meeting?
Feel free to drop in as you like.
What’s the meeting format?
Short sit, each chapter has an inquiry exercise, breakout rooms, then circle back for sharings and close.
I have only been doing work in school for short time, is it OK to join?
Yes, you are welcome.
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