Qawwali
قوالی
qawwālī
✨Ismaili Terms
Devotional music tradition expressing spiritual love and teachings.
Full Definition
Qawwali is a form of Sufi devotional music popular in South Asia, characterized by ecstatic singing and repetitive chanting. While originating in Sufi contexts, it has been adopted by South Asian Ismaili communities, particularly for expressing devotion to the Imam and spiritual themes. The tradition blends poetry, music, and spiritual expression.