Islam and Sufism

Introduction

Sufi songs are popular in today's popular Hindi music and the dervish or fakir is also the creation of a part of the life quotes of day virtue and selflessness. Simply put, Sufism is a form of mystical philosophy whose aim is to achieve moral and mystical philosophy.

The word Sufi has its roots in the Arabic word for wool 'Sufi' which refers to the coarse wool garments worn by sannyasis and even prophets and prophets. The word Sufi in Arabic means 'purity'. There are two shades of Sufis: Ba-Shara who believe in Islamic law and Be-Shara who do not believe in Islamic law.

Is Sufism Part of Islam?

Sufism is often described as the peace and brotherhood of Islam, which is contrary to the doctrine of jihad. While on the one hand the Islamic empire was increased by jihad on the strength of force, on the other it is claimed that Sufism spread Islam through love and peace.

But it is a historical fact that the Sufis went where the Islamic authority was already established, that is, the spread of Islam by the Sufis was actually under the sword (pumice) of the emperors. Sufism envisages a purely racist spiritual regime where the highest office as well as all administrative positions are reserved for a particular race.

Who Started Sufism in Islam?

Sufism is believed to have originated about a thousand years ago in the city of Basra, Iraq. Personalities like Rabia, Al Adham, and Mansoor Hallaj are said to be their pioneers - they were the ideals of their contemporaries but they had to face the disregard and disdain of the general public during their lifetime. Sufis got their identity from the time of Al Ghazali (1100 CE).

The first saint to come to India was Sheikh Ismail who came to Lahore. His successor was Sheikh Ali bin Osman Al Hujwiri, who was popularly known as Dataganj Baksh. Shaikh Ali bin Osman Al Hujwiri wrote the famous work Kashful Mahjuv related to Sufism. Sufi Sufism traditions appeared in the rest of India during the 10th and 11th centuries of the Delhi Sultanate and thereafter.

Who is Allah According to Sufism ?

It is said that it is only in the name of Allah or God, who is most merciful, and all praise belongs to God or Allah, the Sustainer of all the world They describe Allaha as the knowledge of spiritual truth that can be reached through devotion and worship rather than acquired through manifest or rational. Sufism shows their faith in the One God Allah and considered Muhammad as their messenger.

Role of Sufism in Islam?

• 'Islam' is that form of religion in which the duties of religion are performed. 'Iman' is the name of the trust placed in Allah and His Messenger. That is, believe in what the Messenger has told, what he has taught. 'Ehsaan' is the name of the prayer to be done in his name, whether you see him or not and this is the foundation of Sufism.

• Sufi saints say that following the Shariat means belonging to the body of the religion. At the same time, through zikr, they get acquainted with the spirit of Allah.

• They look normal but in their hearts, they are immersed in the intoxication of the worship of Allah.

• They made a big contribution in giving a different look to Islamic thought and history. For example, great poets like Rumi, Omar Khayyam and Al-Ghazali spread Islamic ideas to western countries through their Sufiana Kalam.

• In fact, the followers of Sufism spread the religion of Islam from the land of Islam i.e. from the Middle East to India, Africa and the Far East.

Difference Between Sufi and Sunni

There is a major difference between Sufi and Sunni

SUFI	SUNNI
They are a sect of Islam	They are a traditionalist and true form of Islam
They represent the spiritual closeness to Allah	They represent the religious spirit of their God.
They are less emphatic towards the teaching of Prophet Mohammad	They strictly follow the guidelines of Prophet Mohammad
They don’t believe in the Sharriyat	They strictly follow the rules of Shariyat
They are very less in Number	They form the majority of Muslims
They follow the path of devotion	They follow the path of religion

Features of Sufism

There are the significant features of Sufism.

• Sufism or Tasawwuf is a mystic sect of Islam. Although Sufi saints speak of inner purity, orthodox Muslims emphasize external conduct and rituals.

• According to Sufism God is the beloved of the lover (Mashuk) and the devotee is willing to meet his beloved.

• Sufism believes that love and devotion are the only means to reach God.

• Along with Prophet Muhammad, Sufism has also attached great importance to 'Murshid' or 'Pir'.

• Sufism believes that devotion is more important than fasting (roza) or prayer (namaz).

• Sufism condemns the caste system.

• Sufism was divided into 12 orders and each was subordinated to a mystic Sufi saint.

Conclusion

The controversy continues as Sufism is part of Islam or not, but The spread of Sufism plays a major role in spreading the thoughts of Islam all over the world. Suifs presented a clear picture of Islam in the differentiation of Islamophobia. It makes Islamic ideas simpler and east to accept by all.

FAQs

Q1. When did Islam come in India?

Ans. Islam arrived in India in the 7th century AD (629 CE) and has since become an integral part of India's cultural and religious heritage.

Q2. Who was Prophet Mohammad?

Ans. Hazrat Muhammad (born - in 570 AD, Mecca, Arabia; Died - in 632 AD, Medina) was a famous Arab religious leader and the originator of Islam. Nowhere in the Qur'an has Hazrat Muhammad (Sal.) been called 'the originator of the religion of Islam'. Introduction of Muhammad (Sal.) in the Qur'an as Nabi (the giver of divine knowledge), Rasool (sent to mankind), Rahmatul-lil-alameen (Blessings to all the worlds and direct compassion, mercy), Hadi (Truth Path) -Exhibitor) etc. words.

Q3. When was Prophet Mohammad Born?

Ans. Prophet Muhammad was born in Mecca an Arabian city in the year of 570 AD. His father died even before his birth and when he was six years old his mother also died.

Q4. Who was the first Muslim who came in India?

Ans. Ala-ud-din Khilji was the first Muslim ruler. His empire covered a large part of India to its south end. The first Muslim invasion of India took place in 712 AD. Muhammad bin Qasim invaded India and conquered Sindh province in 712 AD.

Q5. Why do Sufis dance in circular motion?

Ans. Popular in the Middle East and Turkey, circling is a type of dynamic meditation through which Sufis seek to communicate with God. The performers move in a hypnotic rhythm of prayer until they reach a trance-like state.