Islam
Naqshbandiyya Sufi Order (mainstream)
6/40· LowConfidence: High
Major Central Asian Sufi tariqa founded by Baha-ud-Din Naqshband (14th c. Bukhara). Distinctive silent dhikr practice. Mainstream low-control.
CLCI radar
Low Control / Mainstream
BITE breakdown
Behavior Control2/10
Information Control1/10
Thought Control1/10
Emotional Control2/10
Modifiers (+0)
0 — major Central Asian Sufi tariqa; mainstream low-control.
Founded
14th c.
Members
Tens of millions
Active in
Asia, Global
In context
The Naqshbandi tariqa spread from Bukhara through the Ottoman Empire and across Central Asia, India, and the Caucasus. Distinctive silent dhikr (in contrast to vocal practice in other orders). Mostly low-control mainstream tradition.
Timeline
- 14th c.Founded by Baha-ud-Din Naqshband in Bukhara
Sources
- Hamid Algar academic work
We cite sources by name and outlet rather than fabricating links. Search the source title plus the group name to find the original.
You may also want to explore
Disclaimer. This profile is an educational summary based on publicly available reports. Many members of this group do not experience the patterns described. Individual congregations and chapters vary widely. If you or someone you know needs support, contact a licensed therapist or the International Cultic Studies Association.