Sufi orders

Sufi orders are spiritual communities within Islam focused on personal closeness to God through practices like meditation, poetry, music, and prayer. Each order, or "tariqa," follows a specific guide or teacher and emphasizes love, compassion, and inner purification. They seek a direct, heartfelt experience of divine truth beyond formal rituals, fostering deep personal growth and community. Sufi orders have historically played a role in cultural and spiritual life across many Muslim regions, encouraging a universal message of love and unity.