Kisah Sufi

Abu Said preached God’s Love and the Path of the Heart, but some of his followers wanted to punish wrongdoers instead. “We should destroy the wine-merchant’s shop!” they shouted. “It’s a haven for gamblers.” “The wine-merchant in his earthly vanity has no time for God,” said Abu Said, “but I am surprised that you have time for the wine-merchant. Busy yourself with God’s love, nothing else.” Abu Said then went to the wine-merchant and apologized for his followers. “God’s blessings upon you, my neighbor,” he said. Treated with loving kindness, the wine-merchant sold his shop and joined Abu Said’s disciples.