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Subud (pronounced ) is an international, interfaith spiritual movement that began in Indonesia in the 1920s, founded by Muhammad Subuh Sumohadiwidjojo (1901–1987). [note 1] The basis of Subud is a spiritual exercise called the latihan kejiwaan, which Muhammad Subuh said represents guidance from "the Power of God" or "the Great Life Force."
Subud sometimes finds itself on the other end of this dynamic—for example, when it recommends practitioners against "mixing" Subud with other practices such as yoga or meditation. Since yoga and meditation are major elements of Hinduism and Buddhism , some Subud members complain that this conflicts with the encouragement to practice the ...
There are now Subud groups in over 70 countries, with a worldwide membership of about 10,000. In the late 1950s, British academic John G. Bennett came under Pak Subuh's influence and funded his career, believing Pak Subuh to be a messiah. [2] By 1960, once interest in Subud had faded, Bennett had left Subud and became a Catholic. [2]
About twice a week, Subud members go to a local center to participate in a group latihan, men and women separately. [5] The experience takes place in a room or a hall with open space. After a period of sitting quietly, a ' helper ' typically asks the members to stand and relax, and then announces the start of the exercise.
Pages in category "Subud" The following 7 pages are in this category, out of 7 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. ...
Pages in category "American Subud members" The following 3 pages are in this category, out of 3 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. A. Lewis Arquette; C.
Pages in category "Subud members" This category contains only the following page. This list may not reflect recent changes. S. Eva Kusuma Sundari
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