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THE ATTRACTION OF SUFI -- Moroccan youth are drawn to Sufism because of its tolerance, its fluid interpretation of the Koran, its rejection of fanaticism, and its embrace of modernity. The photo shows Sufi dancers. (Scripps Howard News Service via Newscom)

Most Moroccans, young or old, practice one form of Sufism or another. As a deep component of the Moroccan identity, Sufism absorbs all members of society, regardless of age, gender, social status or political orientation.


Young men and women find in the Sufi principles of "beauty" and "humanity" a balanced lifestyle that allows them to enjoy arts, music and love without having to abandon their spiritual and religious obligations.

Moreover, Sufi gatherings inspire young people to engage in interfaith dialogue, highlighting the universal values Islam shares with Christianity and Judaism – such as the pursuit of happiness, love of one's family, tolerance of racial and religious differences, and the promotion of peace.