Whirling Dervish

GPTKB entity

Statements (59)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Sufism
gptkbp:aims_to trance state
gptkbp:cultural_practices gptkb:Turkey
gptkbp:depicted_in gptkb:literature_and_art
gptkbp:depicts cosmic dance
gptkbp:has spiritual significance
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Whirling Dervish
gptkbp:involves spinning in circles
gptkbp:is_a_form_of gptkb:cultural_expression
artistic expression
spiritual discipline
meditative practice
gptkbp:is_a_subject_of gptkb:documentaries
gptkbp:is_a_symbol_of Sufi devotion
gptkbp:is_associated_with gptkb:Rumi
gptkbp:is_celebrated_in gptkb:various_countries
gptkbp:is_characterized_by long flowing skirts
gptkbp:is_influenced_by gptkb:mysticism
gptkbp:is_known_for whirling dance
gptkbp:is_linked_to spiritual enlightenment
gptkbp:is_often_accompanied_by live music
gptkbp:is_often_associated_with peace and harmony
gptkbp:is_often_featured_in tourist attractions
international festivals
gptkbp:is_often_seen_in cultural festivals
a spiritual journey
a mere dance
gptkbp:is_often_used_in gptkb:historical_sites
religious gatherings
professional troupes
gptkbp:is_part_of gptkb:cultural_heritage
gptkb:order
Sufi tradition
gptkbp:is_practiced_in gptkb:Sema
celebrates diversity
promotes peace
invites reflection
encourages mindfulness
fosters community
transcends cultural boundaries
connects body and spirit
connects to the divine
gptkbp:is_recognized_by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage
gptkbp:is_recognized_for its unique choreography
gptkbp:is_taught_in Sufi schools
gptkbp:originated_in gptkb:Turkey
gptkbp:performed_by male and female dancers
gptkbp:performed_in religious ceremonies
ceremonial dances
ceremonial spaces
dedication to God
gptkbp:requires years of training
gptkbp:root_system 12th century
gptkbp:symbolizes spiritual ascent
gptkbp:type_of gptkb:dance
gptkbp:uses music in rituals
gptkbp:worn_by gptkb:traditional_attire
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:The_Vaudevillains
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5