Bhakti and Sufi Movement

Bhakti and Sufi Movement

Editor: Anubhav Kachru
ISBN: 9789387851986
Binding: HB
Price: INR 1950.00

The Bhakti movement refers to the theistic devotional trend that emerged in medieval India. Sufism may be best described as a practice of asceticism, which through belief and practice helps believers attain nearness to God. Sufi and Bhakti movements are the two most important of Indian history. These took place with the same ultimate motive of connecting with the divine. Bhakti is a Sanskrit word that means "devotion." This is one of the most important aspects of Hinduism. The Sufi movement was a socio-religious movement of fourteenth to sixteenth century. The exponents of this movement were unorthodox Muslim saints who had a deep study of vedantic philosophy and Buddhism of India. They had gone through various religious text of Indio and had come in contact with great sages and seers of India. They could see the Indian religion from very near and realized its inner values. Accordingly they developed Islamic Philosophy which at last gave birth to the Sufi Movement. The book provides credible and scientific answers to the questions of emergence of bhakti and sufi movements.


Anubhav Kachru holds a Ph.D. in Religious Studies, specializing in the Cultural Traditions. Currently serving as an associate professor of History, Kachru imparts his knowledge and insights to students, inspiring them to explore the profound impact of the Bhakti and Sufi movements on Indian society. As an author, Kachru's book on Bhakti and Sufi Movement covers a wide range of significant topics. From the religious revolution preceding these movements to the followers of Nanak, Sufi culture, Sufism's impact on medieval Indian society, and Vaishnavism in Bengal and Assam, Kachru meticulously examines the historical context, beliefs, and practices associated with these movements. He has presented his research findings at prestigious seminars and conferences, contributing to the ongoing scholarly discourse on religious movements in India. Recognized for his outstanding contributions, Kachru has published several papers in esteemed academic journals, further solidifying his reputation as a leading authority in the field.