Understanding Key Sufi Concepts: Fana, Baqa, Wahdat-ul-Wujud, and Wahdat-ul-Shuhud in Islamic Spirituality

Based on the book Fahm al-Tasawwuf by Hazrat Shaykh Syed Shabbir Ahmad Kakakhel (db).

Fahm-ut-Tasawwuf (English Translation)
Hazrat Zain-ul-abideen حفظه الله
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🔑 Key Lessons in Part 11 – Understanding Tasawwuf

Worship’s True Essence:

Complete surrender to Allah in intention, action, and state.

Fana & Baqa Explained:

Fana — Forgetting all but Allah;

Baqa — Remaining firm in servitude with humility.

Clarifying Misunderstood Terms:

Wahdat-ul-Wujud: A temporary state of intense awareness of Allah.

Wahdat-ul-Shuhud: A stable, balanced perception — seeing creation, but heart connected to Allah.