Understanding Sufism: A Multi-Dimensional Phenomenon

Abstract

This article is about Muslim Sufism which is practical form of Islam. Sufism is always under severe attack. It is reality that illiteracy has shadowed the real face of Islam and started some un-Islamic rituals which supported the stance of hard liners. In this article with the help of Quranic verses and sayings of Prophet ﷺ, I have tried to prove that Sufism is not out of Islam. When worldly minded people over took the control of Muslim world, some high ranked pious people appeared on the scene to purify the religion. This article gives a brief history and sayings of notable Muslim scholars about Sufism. I also try to highlight the different dimensions of Sufism. It is an important part of Islam and the Muslim society is well aware of its presence in their religion. The references from the Holy Book show that this term is in favour of Islam and can’t go against the religion. The sayings of Holy Prophet ﷺ declare ways towards Allah Almighty is the real way. Muslim Sufis always preached Islam and obeyed the sayings and deeds of the Messenger of Allah.