Sufi Tariqahs in Islam : A Historical Study

Abstract

Sufism is a mystic cult under islam. Sufi saints exercise their practices and rituals under Islam. Sufism is based on truth. It emphasizes inward search of God. Sufism emphasizes on harmony and selfless service of all human being. Sufism came to India 1000 years ago. Sufism influenced the people of Indian sub-continent very much through its different orders as Madariyyah, Chistiyyah, Nagshbandiyyah, Qadriyyah, Suhrawardiyyah, Kubarawiyyah, Shadihiliyyah etc.