Question

The word “Sufism” was derived from which of the following word(s)?

• A. Suf
• B. Tasavvuf
• C. Andal
• D. Safa

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (D)

The correct options are
A Suf
B Tasavvuf
D Safa

The word 'Sufism' in Islamic texts was represented by the word ‘tasavvuf’. Historians attribute different meanings to Sufism. According to some historians, the word 'Sufism' was derived from the word ‘Suf’ which means wool. Few historians believe that Sufism has been derived from the word ‘safa’, which means cleanliness. Andal, was a prominent Bhakti saint during the medieval period.