The Philosophical Foundations of Sufism and its Place in Islamic Spirituality

• Nargiza Eshchanova

  Associate professor of the Sociology department, PhD “International school of finance, technology and science” Universitet Street 2, Kibray district, Tashkent, Uzbekistan

This article explores the philosophical foundations of Sufism and its role in Islamic spirituality. It analyzes the emergence, theoretical concepts, and practical dimensions of Sufism through the ideas of great mystics and the influence of major Sufi orders in Central Asia. The work highlights the significance of Sufism in moral and spiritual education and its relevance in the modern world. Through a deep philosophical lens, it is argued that Sufism offers a timeless, integrative approach to inner purification, ethical development, and social harmony.

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