The mystic, Sufi poet, Hafiz, was born in 1320 and died in 1389. His work deeply affected Ralph Waldo Emerson and was admired by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, whosefictional character, Sherlock Holmes, quotes Hafiz. Johannes Brahms was so touched by his verse he put several of his lines into compositions. The poems of Hafiz reflect a spirit of infinite tenderness and compassion, as well as great joy, ecstatic love, awe, and delight at the splendor of the universe. In these poems, we are put on intimate terms with God who is called many things: the Friend, the Beloved, the Master of Love, the BeautifulOne, and even the Tavern Keeper, who pours Love’s Wine into our waiting goblets. According to Hafiz, the closer we come to the Divine, the more we are able to hear God’s Laughter!
The narrator and creator of this event is Rev. Dwight Lee Wolter, pastor of the Congregational Church of Patchogue on Long Island. The music is the collaborative effort of many musicians and singers under the guidance of David Ludin. This event is free and open to the public. Questions: 631.475.1235.
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