Murakabe
"Murakabe is the process of directing the heart and actions towards Allah."
Spiritual & Deep Meaning
Murakabe, in Sufism, particularly means the constant observation and spiritual supervision of the heart. This concept expresses the disciple's awareness of their responsibility towards Allah and their continuous orientation towards Him. Murakabe serves as a tool for the Sufi traveler to always direct their attention to Allah and to purify themselves from the desires of the self. Holding great significance from a Sufi perspective, murakabe is about holding a mirror to oneself in spiritual development and presenting one's will to Allah at every moment. This not only ensures the individual's inner peace but also positively influences their moral behaviors. The practice of murakabe by the seekers is an essential part of the process of translating their spiritual learnings into practice.
Example / Wisdom Quote
"Hz. Mevlana: 'With murakabe, all states of the heart are kept in view.'"
Spiritual Dictionary
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