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The Sufis: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Life

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The provided text offers an overview of Sufism, a mystical teaching and way of life. It highlights that Sufism is considered not merely a religion but rather the underlying truth within all religions, emphasizing conscious evolution and the perfectibility of humanity. The sources explain that Sufis believe in originating new faculties through effort of will, and that their influence, though often unrecognized, has significantly impacted both Eastern and Western thought for thousands of years. The text further explains that Sufis do not adhere to rigid dogma or traditional religious structures, instead identifying one another through shared natural gifts and a common way of thinking. This overview also touches upon Sufi teaching methods, including the use of fables like those of Mulla Nasrudin, and discusses how Sufic principles have subtly influenced various historical movements and figures, even within Western culture.

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The provided text offers an overview of Sufism, a mystical teaching and way of life. It highlights that Sufism is considered not merely a religion but rather the underlying truth within all religions, emphasizing conscious evolution and the perfectibility of humanity. The sources explain that Sufis believe in originating new faculties through effort of will, and that their influence, though often unrecognized, has significantly impacted both Eastern and Western thought for thousands of years. The text further explains that Sufis do not adhere to rigid dogma or traditional religious structures, instead identifying one another through shared natural gifts and a common way of thinking. This overview also touches upon Sufi teaching methods, including the use of fables like those of Mulla Nasrudin, and discusses how Sufic principles have subtly influenced various historical movements and figures, even within Western culture.

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