Foundations of Educating The Perfect Human in The Teachings of Saifiddin Bokharzi
Abstract
Spiiritual Poverty (Faqr) as the Supreme Station Sufis do not understand "poverty" as a material lack, but rather as a deep recognition of one's helplessness before God. This state is the highest expression of inner purity, need for truth, and contentment. Poverty before God is a humble spiritual position.
The teachings of Bukhari instruct people to focus not on material wealth or status, but on inner qualities such as love for God, purity, self-awareness, and humility. Achieving true perfection depends not on external appearance, but on cultivating these inner qualities - the basis for not only personal growth, but also for moral, philosophical, and social development.
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