Murshid

The relationship with a Murshid is formalized through a ritual known as Bay'ah (allegiance or oath of fealty). The Murid places their hand in the hand of the Murshid, and the Murshid takes a covenant that the Murid will strive to abandon sin, follow the prophetic example, and obey the spiritual instructions given.

In the science of Tasawwuf, the Murshid is indispensable. While the Quran and Hadith provide the legislative framework for Islam, the Murshid provides the internal methodology for purifying the soul. Murshid

In a world that constantly tells us to be our own boss, to pull ourselves up by our bootstraps, and to trust only our own judgment, the concept of a Murshid feels almost revolutionary. The relationship with a Murshid is formalized through