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Bhakti-Sufi Traditions
Question
Explain the meaning of Silsila in Sufism.
Solution
The literal meaning of the word ‘Silsila’ is a chain which signifies a continuous link between master and disciple. This chain is stretched to the unbroken spiritual genealogy to the Prophet Muhammad. Spiritual power and blessings were transmitted to devotees through this channel. The most famous Sufi Silsila was ‘Chishti Silsila’.
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Some More Questions From Bhakti-Sufi Traditions Chapter
To what extent do you think the architecture of mosques in the subcontinent reflects a combination of universal ideals and local traditions?
What were the similarities and differences between the be-sharia and 6a-sharia sufi traditions?
Discuss the ways in which the Alvars, Nayanars and Virashaivas expressed critiques of the caste system.
Describe the major teachings of either Kabir or Baba Guru Nanak, and the ways in which these have been transmitted.
Discuss the major beliefs and practices that characterised Sufism.
Examine how and why rulers tried to establish connections with the traditions of the Nayanars and the Sufis.
Analyse, with illustrations, why Bhaktland Sufi thinkers adopted a variety of languages in which to express their opinions.
Read any five of the sources included in this chapter and discuss the social and religious ideas that are expressed in them.
On an outline map of India, plot three major sufi shrines, and three places associated with temples (one each of a form of Vishnu, Shiva and the goddess).
Choose any two of the religious teachers/thinkers/saints mentioned in this chapter, and find out more about their lives and teachings. Prepare a report
about the area and the times in which they lived their major ideas, how we know about them, and why you think they are important.
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