Friday, March 21, 2025

Husam al Din, the Kurdish shaykh of the Mevlevi order in Anatolia

In the introduction to Rumi's couplets, a Kurdish lineage is mentioned in relation to a disciple, Husam al-Din, who was Rumi's inspiration, scribe, and editor. His family was one of many that rose to prominence and repute among Anatolia's Turkic groups:



According to Aflaki, Husam al Din's father had traveled to Anatolia before Rumi and obtained his title as a result of his prestige among the Turks of "Rum". Husam al Din played a key part in establishing the Mawlawiyah's institutional strength, making it one of the most well-known orders:

Apart from the introduction, Husam al Din is mentioned frequently in Rumi's couplets. Rumi referring to his couplets as "Hosami-nama" is one of the most flattering compliments. Husam al Din succeeded Rumi and became the order's shaykh due to his prominence:













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