Depicting the essence of ‘Sufism’ in contemporary context, especially covering the humanitarian perspectives to spread peace, prosperity and happiness all round, a two-day national seminar organised by Ranchi University (RU) Psychology department under the aegis of RU focusing on fundamentals of nature of human, values prevalent in society, the science of well beings and national integration began on Saturday.
Considering the present situation at international dome and linking Sufism as the need of an hour, president, AIUMB, Founder World Sufi Forum, Syed Mohammad Ashraf Kichchawchchwi said, “Sufism can be practiced by all irrespective of caste, gender, religion etc and it is immensely helpful in bridging the cultural differences. However, it can only be understood through practical exposure and not theoretically. The main motto of Sufism is being responsible to the ultimate creator ‘God’. It implies to tolerance and unconditional love and must be adopted to attain unity and purity.”
“Even education at present is utilised for destructive purposes. Ideologies and knowledge that leads to chaos must be avoided. Education and love goes hand in hand. An individual identity is complete only when these two essential elements are present in them in positive and constructive way,” added Kichchawchchwi.
Highlighting the aspects of Sufism Psychology, Former Head of the Department, Meera Jaiswal, pointed out, “Sufism is present in India since 12th century and has played an important role in inculcating the meaning of ‘Simple living high thinking’ among the practitioners. To take the world out of all muddle, focus must be on positive psychology.”
As many as 60 research papers have been submitted by research scholars covering the vital elements of Sufism and humanity, a psychological perspective in India. Around 25 papers emphasizing on values prevalence, 13 research papers on science of well being, approximately 13 papers on national integration including 11 papers on nature of humans have been collected and will be taken up for discussion.
Similarly, co-relating Islam and Sufism with India, Dean Social Sciences, IK Choudhary, added, “looking back at the history, Sufi culture existence is strongest in India. Sufi songs have several psychological benefits. In India Islam has not just spread its wings but has open doors of Sufism here as well benefitting society in different ways. Muslims here are much safe than other countries around the world looking at the present turmoil at international arena.”