(openPR) - Learn about Islam at Sufism Symposium

Scholars from around the world will make presentations to promote the understanding of Islam at the International Sufism Symposium at the Hilton Hotel, 300 Almaden Boulevard, San Jose, Friday through Sunday, May 5 - 7.
The weekend will include a Sufi psychology panel presentation on Friday afternoon at 3:00 pm offering CEUs for therapists. Workshops and lectures will take place on Saturday and Sunday beginning at 9:00 am each day. A Saturday evening prayer gathering will include Sufi zekr. Taneen Sufi Music Ensemble will present an interfaith concert with Ya Elah, Jewish Music Ensemble, on Friday, May 5 at 8 pm.

The Sufi Women’s Organization will bring together women from many countries and the young adult program, “Voices for Justice” will hold an open meeting.

This multi-cultural celebration is sponsored by the International Association of Sufism, headquartered in Novato. The weekend is open to the public with registration available for one, two or three days. Discounts are available for students and seniors and all programs are wheelchair accessible. For information call (415) 472-6959 or go to www.sufismsymposium.org or www.taneen.org


THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SUFISM
14 Commercial Blvd. #101, Novato, CA 94949
(415) 472-6959 * www.sufismsymposium.org

CONTACT: JoAnn Haymaker (707) 537-1275
E-mail: jhay@pacbell.net