تصوّف اور سکونِ وجود: عرفانِ الٰہی کے ذریعہ اضطرابِ عصر کا علاج

Abstract

In the tumultuous landscape of the modern world, humanity finds itself engulfed in an ocean of inner restlessness, anxiety, and spiritual emptiness. Despite unprecedented advancements in science, technology, and material comfort, the existential void within remains unfulfilled. This article explores the profound role of Sufism as a spiritual discipline that offers a unique path toward existential tranquility through divine gnosis (Irfān-e-Ilāhi). Drawing upon classical Sufi literature, mystical experiences, and Quranic foundations, the article analyzes how Sufi teachings penetrate the core of the human soul, liberating it from the chaos of contemporary life. It further examines the philosophical and psychological dimensions of spiritual distress and contrasts materialist paradigms with metaphysical insight. By reviving the inner connection with the Divine, Sufism not only provides a refuge for the weary soul but also charts a holistic path toward mental peace, ethical refinement, and social harmony. This paper argues that in the face of modern crises—alienation, moral confusion, and existential anxiety—Sufi spirituality offers not merely a remedy but a reawakening of the sacred in human existence. The relevance of Sufism today is not limited to devotional practice; it is a beacon of hope for the restoration of lost meaning, serenity, and spiritual depth in an otherwise mechanized age.