Ramadan Retreat at the Abode - New Lebanon, NY, Sep 3-6, 2010

The Abode of the Message, in New Lebanon, NY,  is hosting a Ramadan retreat from September 3-6, 2010. More information may be available at the event's webpage, or you can contact the programsoffice [at] theabode [dot] net (Abode Programs Office) (518-794-8095).

Fulfilling the Pledge Ramadhan Retreat
with Imam Salim and Tara Chishti

"Am I not your Lord who cherishes and sustains you?"
They said: "Yes! We do testify!"
— Quran 7:172

In a time before time we pleged our sacred bond with the creator of all things. Ramadhan is part of fulfilling that pledge, taking time out of our lives to exist in remembrance of our lord and of that pledge. During this retreat we will gather together to experience the deep sacred meanings and message of Ramadhan. We will fast during the day immersed in zikr, prayer and sohbet. And we will share joyous meals together in the early morning and after sunset. At night we will answer the call of the night prayers and remembrance of God. Celebrate the inner meanings of the Ramadhan fast with us — a journey towards our heart's longing.

The Ramadan retreat will begin with Mahgrib prayer on Friday (approximately 7:30pm), September 3rd and end at Mahgrib on Monday September 6th. We will gather each day before the early morning prayer and have Zuhur (the morning meal) before the fast begins. Those who are able will fast through the day, and those who cannot will have lunch on their own. We will break fast each evening and share the evening meal as well.

The retreat itself will include Zikr, Sohbet, prayer and practices. This is a very traditional time to do retreat — the last days of the Holy month of Ramadan and it is a time of renewal, purification and re-dedication.

The room and board cost is $70 per person per day and includes food — this totals $210 for the three days. In addition, the cost of the program itself is on a sliding scale of $75 - $110.

Imam Salim Chishti is the Imam in Residence at the Abode of the Message and a Representative and Guide in the Sufi Order International. He has dedicated his life to the study and teaching of practices that bring us closer to the divine.

Tara Chishti is a representative in the Sufi Order, a retreat guide and a healer. Tara loves working with all those who are seekers on the path to help them fulfill their own God ideal. Tara is also a licensed Acupuncturist and Doctor of Chinese Medicine, her work on the spiritual path deeply informs her medical practice.

Please contact the Abode Programs Office or visit the event's webpage for more information. Call 518-794-8095 to register, or complete and send this registration form to: Abode Programs Office, 5 Abode Rd., New Lebanon, NY, 12125.