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Tawhid is the concept of monotheism in Islam, expressing the oneness of God. In Sufism, it reflects the belief that everything is unified through God and that the divine is present in everything.

Sufi Orders are spiritual brotherhoods or paths in Sufism, each with specific rituals, teachings, and practices. They are led by Sheikhs and include well-known orders like the Mevlevi and the Naqshbandi.

Sema is a Sufi ceremonial practice involving music and dance, most famously associated with the whirling dervishes. It is meant to be a spiritual journey representing the soul's path to God.

A Murid is a disciple in Sufism who commits to following a Sheikh on the path toward spiritual enlightenment and closeness to God. The relationship is a vital part of the Sufi tradition.

Dhikr refers to the practice of remembrance of God through repetitive recitations of His names and attributes. It is a central practice in Sufism aimed at maintaining a constant awareness of the divine presence.

In Sufism, a Sheikh or Shaykh is a spiritual master or guide, responsible for the instruction and spiritual well-being of disciples (murids). The Sheikh leads followers on the Sufi path.

Sufi Poetry is an expressive means to convey the mystic experiences and spiritual states of Sufism. It often uses symbolic language and metaphors to describe the indescribable aspects of the divine.

Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Rumi was a 13th-century Persian poet, jurist, Islamic scholar, theologian, and Sufi mystic. He is best known for his profound and influential Sufi teachings and poetry.

Haqiqa is the ultimate truth or reality in Sufism, representing the knowledge of the divine essence behind all phenomena. It contrasts with the exterior form, or Sharia, aiming to uncover deeper spiritual meaning.

Fana is the Sufi term for the annihilation of the ego and personal desires, leading to a state of union with the Divine. It represents the spiritual goal of becoming selfless and absorbed in God.

Wilayah is the Sufi concept of sainthood, whereby a Sufi achieves a special closeness and spiritual authority granted by God. It entails a high degree of spiritual insight and moral excellence.