There are three, key principles to Sufism. These are being Conscious of ones breathing in which the worshiper becomes aware that he or she breathes in the presence of God and attempts purification through this awareness. The worshiper watching their steps, these steps being the worshipers progress to spiritual enlightenment. The worshipers homeward journey, in which the worshiper strives to progress to the world of their creator, and abandon the materialistic world of man. Through these steps a worshiper of Sufism will attempt to achieve a fundamental state of innocence.
The basic principle of Sufism is to achieve the purity of heart and mind. The ultimate end of Sufism is to achieve awareness (Marifat) and Nearness (Qurb) of Almighty Allah.
"Sufism" is the correct term for the mystical tradition of Islam.
Prophet Muhammad SAW is father of Sufism . He is fountain of all sects of Sufism .
Because Sufism is about peace, spirituality and closeness to God which is what Islam is all about. Conclusion: Islam is Sufism and Sufism is Islam.
Sufism Reoriented was created in 1952.
Sufism continues to exist today and is a formidable force in the Islamic world. Sufism flourishes in Egypt, Pakistan, Central Asia, North Africa, India, Indonesia ,and Sudan
Sufism or Tasawwuf is a vast subject that can have differering meanings to different people. Sufism in it's pure form is against what many people consider sufism today ie. twirling, dancing etc. Pure Tasawwuf or sufism has it's sources from the Quran, Hadeeth and the verdict's and explainaitions of learned scholars or jurist.
Shia Sufism is a branch of Islam that combines Shia beliefs with Sufi practices. Key beliefs include devotion to the Imams, spiritual guidance from Sufi masters, and seeking a direct connection with God through meditation and mystical experiences. Practices include dhikr (remembrance of God), meditation, and following the teachings of Sufi saints.
Sufism is mainly practiced by the Muslims. But the Hindus, the Buddhists and the Christians also practice Sufism.
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Sufism is a branch of the Sunni sect of Islam. Sunni's are the most popular sect.
Answer The theory of Sufism in Islam is to know the Allah and achieve the nearness of the Allah only.