Talk on Sufism by Dr. Nahid Angha in San Francisco

Title of the talk: Sufism: Mysticism of Islam When: Thu, Oct 25 2012 - 6:00pm Who: Nahid Angha, Ph.D. , Co-director, The International Association of Sufism; Director, Sufi Women Organization, introduced by Michael Pappas, Executive Director, SF Interfaith Council – Moderator. Don't miss this chance to learn about Sufism – the inner, mystical interpretation and expression of Islam – from an internationally esteemed Persian Sufi scholar, author and lecturer. Dr. Angha will discuss Sufi history and Sufi literature, with an emphasis on the poetry of Rumi and Omar Khayam, considered by many to be among the highest literary expressions of spirituality. Angha, a human rights activist, women's rights and interfaith activist will also discuss the rights of women in Islam. The Commonwealth Club presents some of the world’s most important and interesting speakers. Founded in 1903, the Commonwealth Club of San Francisco has continuously hosted diverse discussions including House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, actor Alec Baldwin and author Christopher Hitchens. In past events, Martin Luther King, Jr., Ronald Reagan, Bill Clinton and Bill Gates have all given landmark speeches at The Club. Location: SF Club Office, 595 Market St., San Francisco Time: Thursday, October 25, 2012. 5:30 p.m. networking reception, 6 p.m. program Cost: $20 standard, $8 members, students free (with valid ID) Discount available for IAS Members Contact IAS for more information. Register online for this event by visiting the Commonwealth Club website:www.commonwealthclub.org Tickets are also available by calling Commonwealth Club at 415-597-6705 or email them for information at club@commonwealthclub.org