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Which of the following was true of Sufis?
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They sought an emotional and mystical union with Allah.
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They used emotional sermons and song and dance to encourage devotion.
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They tolerated observances of some non-Islamic customs.
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All these answers are correct.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -They sought an emotional and mystical union with Allah. They used emotional sermons and song and dance to encourage devotion. They tolerated observances of some non-Islamic customs. All these answers are correct.
Detailed explanation-2: -Sufism is the inward-looking, mystical dimension of Islam, emphasizing personal and emotional religious experiences.
Detailed explanation-3: -Sufism, known as tasawwuf in the Arabic-speaking world, is a form of Islamic mysticism that emphasizes introspection and spiritual closeness with God. While it is sometimes misunderstood as a sect of Islam, it is actually a broader style of worship that transcends sects, directing followers’ attention inward.
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