Abdalqadir as-Sufi

Islamic scholar and writer on spirituality

Abdalqadir as-Sufi - Islamic scholar and writer on spirituality
Born

1930
95 years ago

Died

August 1st, 2021
3 years ago — 91 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Scotland

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Born in Scotland, this Islamic scholar and writer dedicated a significant portion of life to the study and teaching of Sufism. He became particularly recognized for promoting spiritual philosophy and Islamic teachings globally. He established a number of educational institutions aimed at disseminating Islamic knowledge. As a prolific author, numerous works explored themes of spirituality, metaphysics, and the history of Islam. The contributions included lectures and writings that attracted a diverse audience interested in Islamic spirituality.

Founded the Sufi Order in the West

Authored several influential books on Sufism

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