Why Do Whirling Dervishes Wear This Hat? The Hidden Meaning of the Sikke

Why do Whirling Dervishes wear that distinctive tall hat?

Known as the sikke the traditional felt hat of a Whirling Dervish represents the tombstone of the ego within the Mevlevi tradition

But the symbolism does not stop there

The white tennure represents the shroud of the ego while the black cloak represents the grave

Even the position of the hands and the movements during the Sema carry meanings that have been preserved through the Mevlevi tradition for centuries

In this short documentary NEWLY MOTION explores the fascinating symbolism behind the clothing and movements of the Whirling Dervishes and reveals why the famous sikke is far more than a traditional hat

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