Sufi Stories By Idries Shah And Other Sufi Mystics
Spiritual Stories and Parables
Spiritual Stories Home Read Spiritual Stories and Parables Read Spiritual Movie Reviews Read spiritual book reviews Send spiritual and inspirational ecards Buy spiritual books, movies, and ebooks Show your support for this spiritual stories website
 
Spiritual Stories
Parables
Original Stories
Get the spiritual stories newsletter and several free gifts
3 Free Hypnosis Audios

Spiritual Stories by Sufi Stories

Welcome to the page of Sufi stories!

Read enlightening Sufi stories
These are spiritual Sufi stories that have been handed down over the generations. They come from many sources, and especially the books from Idries Shah who was a very rich source of Sufi stories for decades and continues to provide thought provoking insights even years after his books were published.

If you have a story that you'd like to share which you feel would appeal to people of all religions and spiritual paths, please feel free to submit it using the link at the bottom of this page.






Sultan and the Sheikh – Featured Spiritual Story

Many years ago the sultan of the Ottoman Empire visited one of the great sheikhs of Istanbul. He was deeply impressed with the wisdom and sincerity of the sheikh and began coming regularly to the sheikh's gatherings.

After some time the sultan said, "I have come to love you and your teachings. If there is ever anything you want or need, please ask me and I will provide it for you if it is in my power..."
Read more of this spiritual story >>

The Man, The Boy, and the Donkey – Featured Spiritual Story

A Man and his son were once going with their Donkey to market. As they were walking along by its side a countryman passed them and said: "You fools, what is a Donkey for but to ride upon?"

So the Man put the Boy on the Donkey and they went on their way. But soon they passed a group of men, one of whom said: "See that lazy youngster, he lets his father walk while he rides."

And thus the Man ordered his Boy to get off, and got on himself. But they hadn't gone far when
Read more of this spiritual story >>

Sufi Stories

Now you can get these stories, inspiring videos, and free gifts sent straight to your email inbox!

Enter Your Email Address Here:

A Death Is Intoxicated
by Idries Shah
A Misfit
by Shams-e Tabrizi
Ancient Coffer of Nuri Bey
by Idries Shah
Barber and the White Hairs
by Massud Farzan
Dervish and the Money
by James Fadiman and Robert Frager
How to Catch Monkeys
by Idries Shah
In the Hands of God
by James Fadiman and Robert Frager
Losing Everything
by Unknown
Moon In A Bowl of Water
by Massud Farzan
Ogre and the Sufi
by Idries Shah
So Called Dragon Slayer
by James Fadiman and Robert Frager
Story of the Locksmith
by Idries Shah
The Bequest
by Idries Shah
The Dog, The Stick, and the Sufi
by Idries Shah
The Land of Truth
by Idries Shah
The Oath
by Idries Shah
The Swearing Arab and God's Message
by Massud Farzan
The Tales of the Sands
by Idries Shah
The Three Fish
by Jalal al-Din Rumi
The Tiger and the Fox
by Massud Farzan
Town and the Two Streets
by Sheikh Qalandar Shah
When to Be Practical
by Mohammed Gwath Shattari
Who Is It
by Massud Farzan
 

Learn From Master Healers

Free Teleseminar Series – Healing With The Masters has become the 'go to' place to join with other participants and experience the leading speakers and authors guiding each of us to find the life, flow, peace, and joy that were meant for us.

Dozens of committed speakers are lined up just for you... to guide you, love you, and help you to re-align with your dreams, AND show you how you can make a difference. 

Join Class for Free »

 


 
Search for spiritual stories
Free Core Energy Audio
Free Healing Videos

Free Newsletter     Join Us on Facebook     Advertise With Us     Express Your Gratitude For This Website     Tell A Friend     Submit a Story     Reprint Policy     Privacy Policy     Help Desk