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Islamic term meaning 'the straight path'

Sirat al Mustaqim (الصراط المستقيم) is an Arabic term that means 'the straight path'. It is commonly understood as the path that leads to God. In Islamic thought, the straight path is variously used as a reference to the Quran or Muhammad, or Islam as a whole.

The term "aṣ sirāṭ al mustaqīm" is mentioned approximately 33 times in the Quran. The phrase specifically appears in Surah Fatiha (1:6), which is traditionally regarded as "the essence of the Quran". The supplication in Quran 1:6 ("Guide us to the straight path") is interpreted by some commentators as a prayer for steadfastness in following the straight path and for ongoing assistance and support to remain firm in adhering to the path of truth. This supplication for guidance towards the straight path "implies seeking to be led to God Himself", indicating a longing for intimacy, nearness, knowledge, and love of God. There are varying interpretations of the straight path in Islam, with some viewing it as a reference to the Quran, while others consider it to represent Islam or the Prophet. The straight path is understood as a reference to a clear, direct, and uncomplicated road without any deviation or crookedness. It represents a balanced and moderate approach to life that avoids both worldliness and extreme asceticism. The straight path is characterized by the integration of the outward aspects of religious law with the inner dimensions of spirituality, creating a harmonious blend of the exoteric and esoteric aspects of faith. It emphasizes the importance of serving God through external human behavior while simultaneously fostering a deeper spiritual connection with God. In one instance, the Quran uses the term ṭarīq mustaqīm (a straight road). Al Tustari connects it to the term "sirāṭ al mustaqīm" and suggests that the path of truth involves abandoning worldly transactions and formalities and instead striving to realize the truth. The straight path is sometimes interpreted as the path that individuals, both humans and jinn, must cross during the final stage of Judgment before entering Paradise or the Garden.