Reality of the Buraq

Question: What is the significance of the buraq?

Shaykh AI:

B’ism Allah… Alhamdulillah, from the teachings of Mawlana Shaykh Nurjan Mirahmadi (QS), the significance of the buraq in Sufi teachings is profound. The buraq is not just a mystical horse, but it symbolizes the taming and disciplining of the ego, which is essential in the spiritual journey.

In Sufi teachings, the buraq represents the physical body that needs to be disciplined and tamed, just like a wild horse. When the physicality is disciplined, it becomes a vehicle that can carry the seeker to the Divine Presence. This signifies the importance of disciplining the ego and placing restrictions on the physical desires to allow the soul to ascend towards Divine proximity.

Moreover, the buraq also reflects the concept of ‘breaking in’ the ego, similar to how a wild horse is tamed. By weighing down the physicality and restricting its desires, the mind becomes clearer, and the seeker gains greater insight into the secrets of their creation and their purpose in this world.

Furthermore, the buraq teaches us that as human beings, we have the nobility of accessing heavenly knowledge. It symbolizes the importance of understanding our physical creation and the significance of perfecting the openings of the face, which represents the crown of our creation and our connection to the Divine.

In conclusion, the significance of the buraq in Sufi teachings lies in its representation of disciplining the ego, taming the physical body, and unlocking the secrets of our creation to draw closer to the Divine. May we all strive to discipline our physicality and elevate our spiritual journey. Ameen.

May Allah (ﷻ) bless you with the strength to discipline your ego and draw closer to Him, and may you always seek the love of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ in your spiritual journey.

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