The Astounding Multi-Dimensional Cosmology of Sufism | with Pir Zia Inayat Khan

Today's episode explores Spiritual Cosmology, diving into fundamental questions about the Geography of creation: How does creation emerge out of unity or God, or what quantum physics might call the zero point energy field? What kind of world orders are present in this vast multiverse, what beings might inhabit these worlds, and what is the purpose of it all? Most importantly, how are they all interconnected with each other and the ultimate unity? In previous episodes, we explored the cosmologies of Tantric Shaivism and Tibetan Bon Buddhism. However, there's been relatively little discussion about another profound system of understanding the cosmos – the rich cosmological framework of Sufism, the mystical dimension of Islam and the Abrahamic traditions. While there are fascinating parallels among these cosmologies, each offers its own unique and beautiful perspective. I believe we find ourselves in an age of integration, offering us a remarkable opportunity to understand and assimilate these diverse views.

► Guest Biography Pir Zia Inayat Khan, is a scholar of religion and teacher of Sufism in the universalist Sufi lineage of his legendary grandfather, Hazrat Inayat Khan, bringing together ancient wisdom with contemporary understanding.