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The men who spin towards God
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White robes, endless spinning – that’s all many of us know about the Whirling Dervishes. Discover the deep symbolism of their rituals and why they believe twirling can be transcendent.

White robes, endless spinning – that’s all many of us know about the Whirling Dervishes. Discover the deep symbolism of their rituals and why they believe twirling can be transcendent.