The Language of the Future

Sufi Terminology by Murshid F.A. Ali ElSenossi

sayr-i-anfusi
Journey within the self

(Sayri anfusi). The traveller contemplates the signs within his own self. This Journey ultimately takes the traveller to Allah.

See also: Concentration Signs Taking account

(Muraqabah). This term applies to the vigilant concentration, with all the power of mind and thought and imagination, and the examination through which the slave carefully keeps guard over himself. During his muraqabah the slave observes how Allah becomes manifest both in the cosmos and within himself.
Concentration

(Muhasabah). The constant analysis of the heart and its changing states. During muhasabah the contemplative takes stock of the heart's most secret motions. He calls himself to account, here and now. He does not wait till the Hereafter.
Taking account
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