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Sufism In Pakistan
Sufism, known as Tasawwuf in the Arabic-speaking world, is a form of Islamic mysticism that emphasizes introspection and spiritual closeness with God. About 60% Muslims in Pakistan regard themselves as followers of Sufi saints. Sufi traditions Most of the Sufis in Pakistan relate to the four main ''tariqa'' (''silsila''): Chishti Order, Chishti, Naqshbandi, Qadiriyya, Qadiri-Razzaqi and Suhrawardiyya, Suhrawardi. List of Sufi Shrines Contemporary influence There are two levels of Sufism in Pakistan. The first is the 'populist' Sufism of the rural population. This level of Sufism involves belief in intercession through saints, veneration of their shrines and forming bonds with a ''Pir (Sufism), pir'' (Wali, saint). Many rural Pakistani Muslims associate with ''pirs'' and seek their intercession. The second level of Sufism in Pakistan is 'intellectual Sufism' which is growing among the urban and educated population. They are influenced by the writings of Sufis suc ...
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Pir (Sufism)
''Pir'' () or ''Peer'' is a title for a Sufi spiritual guide. They are also referred to as a '' Hazrat'' (from ) . The title is often translated into English as "saint". In Sufism, a Pir's role is to guide and instruct his disciples on the Sufi path. This is often done by general lessons (called ''Suhbas'') and individual guidance. Other words that refer to a Pir include ''Murshid'' () and ''Sarkar'' (). The title ''Pir Baba'' (from ) is common in the Indian subcontinent used as a salutation to Sufi masters or similarly honored persons. After their death, people visit their tombs or mausolea, referred to as dargah or maqbara. An alternative title is Pirzada or Peerzada. The people having this title are also called Shah. The title is most used by Pirs of Sindh. The title is common in Iran, India and Afghanistan. Pir-o-Murshid is a Persian term that is often used in Sufism Sufism ( or ) is a mysticism, mystic body of religious practice found within Islam which is ch ...
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