Sufism - Tassawuf

What is Shariat?

The whole combination of the teaching imposed by Islam regarding Quran & Sunnah is known as "SHARIAT". Extra terrestrial

In Shariat there are two sets of acts included which are: "A maal-e-Zaahiri" and “A maal-e-Baatini".

What is Tareeqat?

The hidden inner path or inner body of Shariat is known as "TAREEQAT".

What is A Maal-e-Zaahiri & A Maal-e-Baatini”?

The complying of divine worship and moral privileges prescribed according to the law of Islam as render to its dues is known as" A maal-e-zaahiri" , while the branch which deals with A Maal-e-Baatini is called as " Tassawuf ". The ways or methods of acquiring the knowledge of A Maal-e-Baatini is known as "Tareeqat". The recognition of that which is beneficial and harmful to the Nafs is also known as "A Maal-e-Baatini".

Article authored by: Shansha Taji