“The knowledge of God cannot be obtained by seeking, but only those who seek find it.” (Abu Yazid al-Bistami). This quote summarizes the purpose of Sufism, which is that those who undertake a journey that consists of love and remembrance of God and live a spiritual and devotional life will gain a great reward. Islamic mysticism, otherwise known as Sufism or 'Tasawwuf', is the Islamic science of spirituality that aims to explore and seek the 'truth of divine love and knowledge through direct personal experience of God'. It involves various mystical paths that aim to determine the true essence of God and humanity and also helps to encounter "divine love and wisdom in the world" (Sufism - Encyclopedia Britannica, 2012). Sufism is a mystical aspect or element rather than an Islamic sect. The term Sufism is derived from the word 'Suf' which literally translates to 'wool' and 'Tasawwuf' which literally translates to 'to dress in wool'. This usually refers to the garments worn by ascetics that were made of wool for simplicity and low cost. Furthermore, Sufism is an aspect of Islamic knowledge that concerns the "spiritual development" of a Sufi. The main model of spirituality was the Prophet Muhammad simply because of his immense love for God, worship, spirituality, simplicity and God-consciousness. The goal of the Sufi scholars and mystics was the purification of the heart and the development of a deep spirituality through submission to the Quran and Sunnah (Tasawwuf. Org- what is Tasawwuf, 2001). Furthermore, in the eyes of Sufi mystics, Sufism is a form of Islamic piety, obedience and complete trust in God. In the words of the English poet William Cowper, "a closer walk with God", became central to S.. .... middle of paper ...... in the remembrance of God to reach higher levels of spirituality and achieve an ecstatic state to realize Divine Truth (Richard, 1982). The Muslim community has condemned some practices distinctive to Sufism as it is seen as blasphemous and is believed to have deviated from traditional Islamic principles. However, it would be wrong to say that Muslims disapprove of all beliefs and practices of Sufism. Despite the rejection of some Sufi practices, the Muslim community agrees on some important beliefs such as the fact that Sufism places enormous emphasis on the spiritual awakening of the heart and attempting to purify the heart, which should be the goal of every Muslim since everyone would strive to get the maximum reward from God. The following verse portrays this perfectly: 'Truly he who purifies the inner self succeeds, and he who corrupts it fails! - The Koran.