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Hazrat Inayat Khan
He was an Indian Sufi teacher who traveled to the West and began teaching the principles on Sufism. -
Inayat Khan dies
He died in India, but his teachings continue to be spread by his students -
Murshid Samuel Lewis
A disciple of Inayat Khan, founds the Sufi Ruhaniat International. -
Pir Vilayat Inayat Khan
The son of Hazrat Inayat Khan, becomes the head of the Sufi Order International after the death of his father. -
New Establishment
The Ruhaniat establishes the Abode of the Message, a spiritual community in upstate New York. -
A new Pir
Pir Shabda Kahn becomes the Pir (spiritual leader) of the Sufi Ruhaniat International after the death of Murshid Samuel Lewis. -
Outreach
The Ruhaniat expands its activities to include more outreach to communities in need, such as prisons and hospitals. -
Growth
The Ruhaniat continues to grow, with a presence in many countries around the world. -
Anniversary
The Ruhaniat celebrates its 45th anniversary with a gathering in California. -
Another Anniversary
The Ruhaniat celebrates its 50th anniversary with a gathering in New Mexico.