Question

Consider the following statements about Sufism.
1) The Sufism were critical of the dogmatic definitions and scholastic methods of interpreting the Quran and Sunna (traditions of the Prophet) adopted by the theologians.
2) The Sufis sought an interpretation of the Quran on the basis of their personal experience.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

• A. Only 1
• B. Only 2
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

The correct option is C Both 1 and 2

Sufism is a mystical Islamic belief and practice in which Muslims seek to find the truth of divine love and knowledge through direct personal experience of God. Their major beliefs were as below:

1. They were critical of the dogmatic definitions and scholastic methods of interpreting the Quran and Sunna adopted by the theologians.

2. Their goal is union with God.

3. Interpreted Quran on the basis of personal experiences.

4. Complete surrender to the will of God.