Qadiriyya Sufi Order (mainstream)
Oldest major Sufi tariqa, founded by Abdul Qadir Gilani (Baghdad, 12th c.). Tens of millions of adherents globally. Mainstream low-control reference point.
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BITE breakdown
0 — oldest major Sufi tariqa; mainstream low-control reference.
Profile facts
In context
The Qadiriyya is one of the oldest and most widespread Sufi orders. Practice centres on dhikr, sheikh-disciple bay'ah, and lineage tradition. Mainstream voluntary practice; specific living-sheikh sub-currents may exhibit higher control.
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Timeline
- 12th c.Order founded by Abdul Qadir Gilani in Baghdad
Sources
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