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soundbaths with sahar

SAFAR THROUGH SOUND

RAGA-INSPIRED SOUNDSCAPES

So often, wellness and holistic practices come from my people but are not practiced or survived by us. I'd like to bridge the gap. With notes of Sufi spirituality and elements of Hindustani classical music, I bring together elements of my own identity into a new age spirituality practice. Soundbaths are meant to be played intuitively, and my intuition is tied to ancient practices from my own culture. I combine sound bowls, chimes, and drum composing soundbaths as we know them, but also incorporate Carnatic scales with other instruments, such as sitar, voice, and even harmonium. I tie in the chakra system as understood here in the West, but also bring light to Lataif-e-Sitta, or the Six Subtleties. These are spiritual centers within the human body according to Sufism and are often akin to Hindu and Buddhist traditions. These sound healing elements together combine traditions of old and new and appeal to anyone and are created for everyone. Let us experience complete *fanaa and **baqa together.

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*Fanaa refers to annihilation of the nafs, or ego. More commonly known as "ego death".  

 

**Baqa refers to subsistence with the divine, or God. This is the state after fanaa, where you rejoin everyday life but with this new perspective of the divine being omnipresent in your everyday life.

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"Before enlightenment, chop wood and carry water. After enlightenment, chop wood and carry water." - Layman Pang

PHILOSOPHY

At Sahar Sound, we are dedicated to creating a soundbath experience that seamlessly blends the richness of Sufi spirituality with the timeless beauty of Hindustani classical music. Our practice is deeply rooted in cultural heritage, utilizing a unique fusion of sound bowls, chimes, drums, and Carnatic scales alongside traditional instruments such as the harmonium, sitar, and voice. This harmonious blend transcends conventional practices, offering a soundscape that is both spiritually enriching and culturally profound.

We integrate the Western chakra system with the Sufi concept of Lataif-e-Sitta, guiding you on a holistic spiritual journey that connects ancient wisdom with modern healing techniques. Our approach fosters a distinctive and inclusive experience, inviting everyone to explore and achieve a state of complete fanaa (self-annihilation) and baqa (subsistence in God) through the transformative power of sound.

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روحانی موسیقی آپ کی روح کو روشن کرتی ہے، اسے سنتے رہیں اور اندرونی سکون حاصل کریں۔
"Spiritual music illuminates your soul, keep listening and attain inner peace."
Jalaluddin Rumi

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