THE LIFTING OF THE VEIL ON 4TH OCTOBER AT AL IKHLAS GALLERY

Understanding the phase of the transcendent path is another dimension of inner life. Sufism is "the name given to the mysticism of Islam'" It is "the movement from within as a characteristic of Islam" called `Islamic mysticism' by Western scholars. Its resemblance to Christian and other forms of mysticism elsewhere. And the continuous historical and even institutionalized trend has millions of an enthusiast down to the present day. Indeed, if we look over the world, every soul strives towards finding the inner peace. The journey leads the individual to varied stages of artistic creativity and practical knowledge of the UNKNOWN.

The 4th October 2012 will take the audience towards a mystical journey of reality. The introductory series of the 2nd edition of the International Sufi fete begins in the Holy City of Ajmer. RANG - E - RAQS the Introductory series of the International Sufi fete will unveil the mystical series by German Artist Michael Templin. Templin's encounters with Ms Begum lead towards a spiritual journey for the European Designer and Artist. THE CONFERENCE OF THE BIRDS a book of poems by PERSIAN AUTHOR FARID UD-DIN ATTAR inspired the artist to create a collection for the ISFI event.

The powerful series of 'THE LIFTING OF THE VEIL' is one more series of paintings by the artist capturing the exploration of one woman's journey towards Sufism, the mystical side of Islam. In the midst of global disruption 'The Lifting of the Veil 'focuses on the soul's expression of artistic legacy of Sufism and Spirituality. Gulshaa Begums 'DESERT SPIRITUALITY' is another added fiesta leading the audience to another phase of the celebration AHLE SUFFE. AHLE SUFFE- The voice of the scholars leads towards the ISFI challenge to bring in the Sufi literature exhibition. Another aspect of Divine Grace. This year ISFI will introduce the Sufi literature exhibitions with Books of various worldwide Sufi authors enlightening the viewers on the mysticism of the creation. Canadian actress and filmmaker, Tina Petrova says 'A dream in which the 13th century mystical poet, Jelaluddin Rumi, asked her to organise a fete in Toronto to showcase his work. The event was a success with the participation of Coleman Barks; whose translations have contributed to Rumi being the most popular poet in America for the last decade. By then, Petrova embarked on a spiritual journey to find out more about Rumi's extraordinary impact on the world. And resulted in the immensely powerful documentary of the decade "RUMI TURNING ECSTATIC'. Scenes of Turkish and American whirling dervishes, the film takes you to a journey that requires you to become empty so that you can be balanced, centered, and fully aware of the Divine Presence.

Another Revelation led the mystic Artists, Scholars, Film makers to come together into another theme of the expressions of the great saints from the past which lead Ms Begum, to bring in the INTERNATIONAL SUFI fete in the blessed city of Khwaja Saab. Indeed, a blessing from the Saint and a grace from the creation lead Ms Begum towards her journey towards the mystical calling from the creation. The guidance and the pathway with many barrier and confrontation lead in the creation of the brilliant ISFI Festival, a Spiritual Tribute to the blessed Saint and a Tribute to the Creation. A journey of Love, Peace & Brotherhood towards bringing about the shift towards the new movement of the planetary assisting humanity in its ascension process. The key to Soul Evolution of enlightening and practical advice that will enhance your spiritual growth and contribution to universal evolution.