Sufi Classics · July 8, 2026

vucud-i mutlak (absolute existence)

It belongs to Him. One who possesses the qualified existence cannot praise or blame anyone except the one who is content with the Messenger (the Messenger of God, peace be upon him). For this is a divine favor. …

It belongs to Him. One who possesses the qualified existence cannot praise or blame anyone except the one who is content with the Messenger (the Messenger of God, peace be upon him). For this is a divine favor. Information about this has been given earlier. (Sofyavi, 242)

Beware of abandoning mujahada (spiritual striving)! Even if you do not see signs of the opening (fath), continue with mujahada! Surely, the opening is a state that is supposed to come after mujahada. Before the opening, mujahada is absolutely necessary. Deeds require it, and the nafs (the lower self) attains it. However, the opening has a specific time; it cannot be surpassed. Therefore, do not accuse your Lord if the opening does not come! For if you are a servant with ikhlas (sincerity), the fruits of your deeds...