What are the characteristics of approved tariqat practice in Selangor, and how should one choose a genuine tariqat teacher?

Summary

This guideline lists the characteristics of tariqat practice approved in Selangor. The practice must be grounded in knowledge of creed, sharia and ethics, with dhikr based on the Quran, hadith and the practice of the companions and pious predecessors, and must never abandon sharia obligations at any spiritual station. The teacher should be knowledgeable, of good character, pious, a reliable worshipper, must not require payment and must not bind students from studying elsewhere. Muslims are advised to choose tariqat that follows the Quran, the Sunnah and the Ahli Sunnah Wal Jamaah creed.

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