Sufism attracts Morrocon youths

Sufism as youth culture in Morocco

Morocco owes its image of a modern Muslim nation to Sufism, a spiritual and tolerant Islamic tradition that goes back to the first generations of Muslims and has sustained the religious, social and cultural cohesion of Moroccan society for centuries. Sufism provides answers to some of the most complex issues in the contemporary Muslim world, where youth comprise the majority of the population.

An interesting tidbit from a relatively remote part of the Muslim world. I was recently in Singapore and had the privilege of meeting some very wise Sufi folk. I told them that amongst some Salafist circles, Singapore is known as Tassawwuf-city. They laughed and said alhamdullillah, or Praise God.

I have a question for my dear readers. Is the discipline of Tassawwuf still an active component in your society? Do tell.

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