Sufism

Question 1

Jalaluddin Rumi

Answer 1

• whirling dervish was a symbolism of an escape to mystic life
• encouraged to experience life themselves

Question 2

Explain the importance of a teacher in Sufi Islam

Answer 2

• He is connected by a spiritual chain to all previous sheiks and is therefore able to lead followers on the true path of spiritualism
• He receives his authority direct from Allah and so is the perfect example to follow and listen to

Question 3

Rabia Al-Basri

Answer 3

• repentance was a gift from God
• heaven and hell were obstacles to loving God

Question 4

Ibn Al Arabi

Answer 4

• there is an underlying unity that connects all existence
• nature is at the core of his philosophy