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Bradford Literature Festival
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  • What’s On
    • What’s On
    • Browse 2026 Programme
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    • Collection: Family Fun Days
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Home Strand: Rumi

Rumi

BLF invites you to explore the teachings of influential 13th-century poet, Rumi, with panels, talks, readings, performances and so much more.

Speakers & Authors

Mahmoud Mostafa
Khadim Chishti

A Dervish Guide to Reading Rumi

The Universal Appeal of Rumi’s Poetry

Whirling Dervishes: Mevlevi Sema

Sufiyana Kalaam

With Fareed Ayaz, Abu Muhammad Qawwal & Brothers

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