Mysticism’s Effect Upon The Modern World

Q:       Is the completed person, one who has achieved God Consciousness a God? This is what some traditions claim. Can you clarify this point?   Since I have heard of the world of Love, I’ve spent my life, my heart And my eyes this way. I used to think that Love And Beloved are different. […]

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I Lift My Cup

I lift my cup And sip your Wine. You are always there to comfort me; And fill me with loving peace. Every place I turn There is bitterness. At first, there may have been joy, But it always turns bitter, in the end.   Why do I forget? Nothing is lasting except the Light.   […]

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The Source of Humanity’s Problems

If you have wondered about the source of humanity’s many problems and why we cannot get along with each, consider this point of view. This is taken from my article, Sufism, Islam & Lower Self: https://www.stewartbitkoff.com/sutra-journal-article-sufism-islam-and-the-lower-self/.   The Lower Self   The Sufis have long held that the source of mankind’s problems, both individually and […]

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Peace on Earth

You can talk about gun control And limiting violence on TV. You can fight for better mental health services And advocate parenting skills. You can cry out for eliminating violence in video games And raising awareness about people who are addicted. You can increase security at airports and schools And hire more police to protect, […]

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Better People- Better World (Revisit)

The book of your life Is filled with many blank pages. You are free To write on them Whatever you choose. –SB   As you start reading, a word of caution. I have an ‘axe to grind’ and am going to offer solutions and say things that you may not like. Perhaps this will get […]

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Sufis & The Secret Teaching

“A real secret is something which only one person knows.” -Idris Shah The purpose of this paper is to examine what the Sufis have to offer and a hidden or inner, spiritual teaching called by some The Secret Teaching. Rumors of this esoteric Secret Teaching have existed since the beginning of time and for most […]

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Life: Something You Make-Up as You Go Along

If you could get rid of yourself just once, The secret of secrets would open to you. The face of the unknown, Hidden beyond the universe Would appear on the Mirror of your perception. -Rumi Now that I have reached trail’s end and rest, waiting to begin another part of the adventure- I have some […]

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Eleven Observations on Enlightenment

“Enlightenment must come little by little-otherwise it would overwhelm.” -Idries Shah In spiritual literature, have you ever wondered why there are so few straight forward discussions concerning outcomes of enlightenment; or said another way, once you have traveled a spiritual path, and become more enlightened, for you personally, what will this spiritual ability look like. […]

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The Great Mystery

While I would like to solve the riddle of the Sphynx or know if the Great Pyramid is actually a power station to generate energy across this planet, to believe that the past is the only source of hidden, mystical knowledge is to make a big mistake. In every age, the great mystery is revealed […]

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Sutra Journal Article: Sufism, Islam and the Lower Self

Check out my recent article published in Sutra Journal entitled:’ Sufism, Islam and the Lower Self.’ Enjoy the read: http://www.sutrajournal.com/sufism-islam-and-the-lower-self-by-stewart-bitkoff. For those readers who would like to see article, it is offered below. Sufism, Islam and the Lower Self By Dr. Stewart Bitkoff The Sufi is absent from himself and present with God. -Hujwiri The […]

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Warrior

Daily I wrestle with my foe; He is a relentless adversary. Lately he usually wins; I am exhausted from this struggle.   Some days, it is impossible to get away. Seemingly he is always with me; Pressing me to resist the Higher Call.   On those rare days, when I am victorious, He serves as […]

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