A Journey in the Heart of Venice: You are invited to the 3rd Annual European Sema Gathering.

A Journey in the Heart of Venice: You are invited to the 3rd Annual European Sema Gathering.

MARCON, ITALY — As spring blossoms in the Venetian countryside, a spiritual journey of music, movement, and devotion is set to unfold. The 3rd Annual Sema Gathering Europe will take place from April 30th to May 3rd, 2026, bringing the ancient Sufi tradition of "Sema" to the historic landscape of Venice. Organized by Soul Circle, Tümata, and the Bengüsu-gield, the event will be hosted at the serene "Il Rosmarino" farm in Marcon. This three-day, three-night uninterrupted gathering is inspired by the teachings of the 13th-century Persian poet and Sufi mystic, Hz. Mevlana (Rumi). A Continuous Flow of Devotion The gathering distinguishes itself through its "uninterrupted" format. Musicians and semazens (whirling dervishes) will perform in shifts, ensuring that the music, zikhr (remembrance), and sema movement do not stop for the entire duration of the event. The gathering is open to everyone—from experienced practitioners to those who have never encountered Sufi teachings. As the late Dr. Rahmi Oruç Güvenç, a master of Sufi music and philosophy, famously stated: "Sema is a form of prayer in a turning movement... This rhythmic rotational movement helps the person to reach different levels of consciousness and find an opportunity to enter the spiritual source within himself." Fulfilling a Master’s Vision This annual tradition carries a deep personal history. The event is dedicated to Dr. Rahmi Oruç Güvenç, who first expressed his wish to see Sema practiced in Venice to his student, Francesca Ferah, during a 99-day retreat in Turkey in 2014. After moving to Venice in 2017, Ferah spent years searching for the perfect location to honor her master’s request. Her efforts culminated in the first gathering in 2024, which drew 99 participants from around the globe. Following a successful 5-day event in 2025, the 2026 edition aims to further strengthen the bridge between Eastern spiritual traditions and Western seekers. Event Details • Dates: April 30 – May 3, 2026 • Location: Il Rosmarino Farm, Marcon (near Venice), Italy • Inquiries: For registration and detailed information, visit www.soulcircle.it You are welcome to the 3 days and 3 nights Sema from 30th April to 3rd May 2026 in Venice. All infos on www.soulcircle.it