2018 · Q61
Around twelfth century, Sufi Silsilas began to crystallize in different parts of the Islamic world to signify
- 1continuous link between the master and disciple.
- 2unbroken spiritual genealogy to the Prophet Muhammad.
- 3the transmission of spiritual power and blessings to devotees.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
General KnowledgeHistory of India
- A1 and 2 only
- B2 only
- C1 and 3 only
- D1, 2 and 3
Explanation
A silsila literally means a chain: it signifies the continuous master–disciple link (1), the unbroken spiritual genealogy traced back to the Prophet Muhammad (2), and the transmission of spiritual power and blessings to devotees (3). All three are signified by the crystallised Sufi orders. Hence 1, 2 and 3.