Sufi (Noun)
Meaning
A Muslim who represents the mystical dimension of Islam; a Muslim who seeks direct experience of Allah; mainly in Iran.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The famous Sufi poet Rumi's works are still widely read and studied in Iran today.
- He was a devout Sufi who spent most of his days in meditation and prayer.
- In Iran, the Sufi mystics have long played an important role in shaping the country's spiritual heritage.
- A Sufi order, also known as a tariqah, was established in the city to provide spiritual guidance.
- The village was home to a prominent Sufi shrine that attracted pilgrims from all over the region.