What is Ilm ul Muarifah? Sayyidi Younus AlGohar explains.
Summary:
- There are different types of knowledge. Sharia is the sacred law whereas Tariqah has been declared by the Prophetic Traditions to be profitable knowledge.
- Through Tariqah, you manage to bring divine energy into your heart, making you a Momin (Devout Believer).
'O' Ali, close your eyes and hear the Kalima (Motto of Faith) inside your heart'. - Prophetic Tradition
- Through Tariqah, you manage to purify your Lower Self, your ego and your heart. You also manage to arrive at God and see God.
- The one who helps you in Tariqah has Ilm ul Muarifah. To teach Tariqah is the knowledge of Ilm ul Muarifah.