1. SufismA Presentation byCalvin B. Merritt

2. Sufi Islam methodology transcends all walks of lifeand borders as it is a message of love for God 3. Origins trace back to theProphet Muhammad 4. The Prophets Son-In-Law, Ali ibn Abi Talib isconsidered as the Father of Sufism by scholars 5. Unity with God is the cornerstone of Sufism 6. The philosophy of Sufism grows through thephilosophical words of those such as Rumi 7. Love and expression through music and dancebecomes a spiritual way of communing with God 8. The Sufi embrace this unique method of connectionas the righteous path towards enlightenment 9. The Sufi become known for their Whirling Dance 10. Their deep connection with God endures to this day 11. Parting words about the Sufi and Love 12. ReferencesKarmali, A. (2012, May 1). Islamic Mysticism: An Introduction to Sufi Islam.Retrieved from http://youtu.be/1EQtaQYpzTwOprah's Interest in Sufism - Super Soul Sunday . (2012, March 4). Oprah WinfreyNetwork. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/xVUvEy8BbkU