islam is a divine movement of peace. The
ultimate objective of Islam is to create an atmosphere of justice and
kindness at all levels of life, both individual as well as collective.
The Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessing of Allah be upon him)
is prophet of mercy for whole universe. He is last messenger of Allah.
The chain of prophets has completed on his advent. He is prophet for
mankind till Day of Judgment. The Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessing of Allah be upon him)
left a glorious book (Al-Quran), a prophetic commentary on Quran
(Hadith), a noble family (Ahle Bait), and a group of excellent
companions (Sahaba) for the guidance of mankind. These are permanent
sources of light for mankind. A living saint or scholar is inevitably
linked with these sources of light. The prime motive of saints/scholars
is to complete the prophetic mission, both intellectually as well as
practically. They work at all levels of human struggle; travel on all
places of earth, and exists in all moments of time. Earth is always
adorned with these noble personalities. The stability, growth, and
development of Muslims depend, chiefly, on their persistent efforts
towards propagation / glorification of Islam. They are linked with each
other, directly or indirectly. They arrive and provide guidance to
humanity and Muslims on all aspects of human struggle, now and then.
SIGNIFICANCE OF SPIRITUAL SET-UP & OUR SHEIKH
A
person is highly dependent on others in his early phase of life, first
20 years. The next 20 years of an individual are spent on development of
a fully matured attitude towards diverse and conflicting life affairs.
The second phase of life, 20 to 40, is filled with multiple,
multi-layered, and multi-dimensional observations / experiences. It is
phase of thinking and rethinking, finally, a person is matured,
generally, at the age of 40. A fully matured generation is responsible
of all affairs of a nation. However, the life affairs are extremely
complex, even a matured individual is, sometime, unable to solve/tackle
the riddles of life. A responsible generation, belongs to any
temporal-spatial environ, too, has strong tendency or need or demand for
some reverent personality for proper and merciful guidance.
Consequently, a Divine Mercy is activated and a reverent personality is
sent by God for the guidance of mankind, now and again. A transcendental
guidance appears in a shape of a prophet or a saint. A divine guidance
provides a complete and comprehensive roadmap towards peace and
happiness at all aspects of life, material as well as spiritual. The
reverent personalities are demand of every individual, followers as well
as leaders or young as well as mature. Muslims follow the footprints of
the life patterns of reverent personalities. Consequently, a judicious
and merciful civilization is shaped. Muslim civilization is chiefly
outcome of righteous and noble personalities.
A civilization must
face survival/growth challenges. Muslim civilization faced/managed
manifold challenges, both internal as well as external, during her
lifetime. Islamic World endured hard times and enjoyed glorious periods.
A recurrent rise and fall phenomena remained with Muslims, however, a
permanent decline or fall or disintegration of Muslims is impossible due
to Qaranic verdict about sustainability of Islam and Muslims. In
addition, Muslims are stability factor for mankind because they are
custodian & follower of last message/messenger of Allah. They have
faith on Unity of God and unity of mankind. A recent decline or fall
phenomenon occurred with Islamic world at first half of 20th century.
The Ottoman Empire collapsed in 1920s due to our collective blunders and
conspiracies of imperial forces. The whole Muslim world was facing
cruel and inhuman control of Western Powers. Peril of socialism had also
come into being and devouring the Muslim world. There were only few
waves of awakening among Muslims but it was not possible for any Muslim
region/country to live or survive without the shelter of capitalism or
socialism. After the so-called World War II, the world has been
categorically divided into two imperial blocs - Red (Socialist) &
White (Capitalist). At this critical moment of time, there was no
politically strong and economically powerful voice among Muslims against
this imperial setup. However, according to their traditional approach,
the Muslim saints / scholars were doing their work. They were purifying
the individuals and developing a thought among Muslims for interlinked
structure of Islamic World based on Quranic maxims of Unity of God,
unity of believers, and unity of mankind. The struggle was steady and
gradual, however, penetrating and stable. It is noteworthy that Sufi
struggle is not for hegemony, rather the struggle nurtures peace,
affection, and simplicity among her followers. There are many spiritual
groups working for purification of self and society. An effective group
of saints/scholars that was working (and also presently working) for
individual purification and unity of Muslims / mankind was SILSILA QADRIAof Abdul Qadir Gillani(Allah bless his soul).
The
most successful and powerful among Qadri group of saints were
Al-Gillani Al-Azizi family of Iraq. They are custodians of sanctuary of
Abdul Qadir Gillani (Allah bless his soul). One of the saints of Gillani
family was Abdur Rahman Al-Qadri. He was chosen in 1920 to head the
Iraqi Council of Ministers following the dissolution of the Ottoman
Empire.Sir Percy Cox states in page 128 of the HAND BOOK OF MESOPOTAMIA
that he was the most influential "Sunni" and official head of the Arab
Community. After the death of Abdur Rahman Qadri his noble son, Mahmood
Hisamudin Qadri succeeded him. He had six sons. The youngest one was Al-Syed Tahir Alaudin Al-Qadri.
He was born on 18th Rabi Awal 1352 A.H. / 1932 A.D. in Baghdad, capital
of Iraq. He is the 17th descendant of Abdul Qadir Gillani (Allah bless
his soul) and 28th descendant of The Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessing of Allah be upon him).
SIGNIFICANCE OF SILSILA QADRIA & SPIRITUAL RANK OF SHEIKH
ALLAH
has created mankind for His worship. It is our duty to follow His
decrees relating to all aspects of life but we often ignore His orders,
fruitful for us, and chase only materialistic well being neglecting the
spiritual urges. The materialistic/selfish attitude towards life creates
unrest in our individual personality and produces turmoil in our social
network, exploitation in our economic structure, chaos in our political
field, and degeneration in our cultural outlook. The ultimate outcome
of materialistic/selfish approach is continuous and gradual decline of
society / civilization. To harness the aforesaid outcome / process,
Allah sent His prophets and continuously sending His saints for the
guidance of His beautiful creation - man & woman - actually
materialist but potentially spiritual. The saints, basically, follow the
life pattern of prophets. They relentlessly pursue the prophetic
mission with the help of Muslims / mankind. Quran categorically states
the existence and effectiveness of saints:
And of those whom we created there is a nation (or groups) who guide with the truth and establish justice therewith
(Al-Quran VII - 181)
According
to Quran, it is necessary on Muslims/mankind to follow the life pattern
of divinely rewarded groups, i.e., Prophets, saints, martyrs, and
righteous. They are rightly guided and bestowed personalities of Allah.
O ye believe! Be careful of your duty to Allah, and be with the truthful
(Al-Quran IX - 119)
In
addition, Quran said to Muslims that there should be a group of persons
among the believers for the guidance of Muslims / mankind.
And
there may spring from you a nation who invite to goodness, and enjoin
right conduct and forbid indecency. Such are they who are successful.
(Al-Quran - II - 104)
The
early Muslims strictly followed the guidelines provided by Quran
towards preaching of Islam, consequently, a range of noble groups
developed to provide guidance and to distribute Mercy of Allah. These
groups essentially follow the basic principles of Islam. There is no
difference among saints on basic tenets of Islam. The pious effort
towards goodness by reverent personalities is permanent feature of
Muslims; however, the effort was not centrally organized. At the start
of 6th century (Islamic calendar), a great Sufi saint arrived in noble
progeny of the holy prophet Muhammad (peace and blessing of Allah be
upon him). His name was Abdul Qadir (Allah bless his soul). He chose
Baghdad, a centre of Muslim Civilization, for his struggle. He gave a
sophisticated and organized look to the work of earlier saints and
developed an effective system of guidance and purification for
Muslims/mankind. The system is continuously working under the spiritual
guidance of Abdul Qadir Gillani (Allah bless his soul). It is
noteworthy, a physical presence of a noble personality connected with
noble chain is also essential to attain a reliable spiritual training.
The central setup is located in Iraq at sanctuary of Abdul Qadir Gillani
(Allah bless his soul). Al-Syed Tahir Alaudin was the most important
figure of the Gillani setup. The very basis of the system or appointment
of some noble personality is Moral Excellence. An appointment is,
generally, awarded to sacrificing and devoted individuals. The appointed
individuals work only for the sake of Allah. They are free from wrong
beliefs/lusty behavior. The highest in spiritual hierarchy is Qutb e
Dora'n (the greatest spiritual guider of the time) or Ghous e Zama'n
(the greatest spiritual helper of the time). Al-Syed Tahir Alaudinwas
considered highest in spiritual rank by the sheiks of the age.During his
lifetime, he was giving right guidance and effective help to countless
people through his spiritual strength.
EDUCATION - Acquisition & Preaching
Al-Syed Tahir Alaudin Al-Qadrigot
his early education from the mosque of Sultan Ali, situated at bank of
river Dajla, Baghdad. Then he moved to the institution situated at
sanctuary of Abdul Qadir Gillani (Allah bless his soul). His teachers
were renowned scholars of the time such as Mullah Syed Asad Afundi,
Mufti Qasim, and Sheikh Khalil. During his stay in this institution, he
also acquired knowledge of Quran, prophetic commentary, and
jurisprudence from Grand Mufti of Iraq. However, he remained fond of
scientific and divine knowledge throughout his life. He was well aware
about the living events confronting the Muslims/mankind. He had
extremely good knowledge about the geo-strategic, socio-economic, and
political conditions of all regions / nations. He adopted multiple ways
and means to acquire a piece of information about nations / regions. He
visited different regions of the world and interacted with persons
having diverse cultural background. He used to acquire world news and
latest events through latest media. In addition, he used some unique
means to acquire information about regions / nations. For example, stamp
collection and coin collection were his hobbies. These hobbies indicate
his thrust and love for knowledge and give a clue to his area of
effect. He was very well informed about social, economic, political, and
cultural conditions of world/nations. His information was up to date
and authentic. He can speak on any topic relating to any discipline or
region or nation.
He used his knowledge for the guidance of
people. His analysis was based on his knowledge, intuition, and insight.
We describe a few examples to introduce the reader about his knowledge
and wisdom. Once Hakim Saeed (A world renowned educationist and authority on eastern medicine)
visited him, he discussed on eastern medicine with Hakim Sahib and
Hakim Sahib was amazed on his knowledge, information and memory about
eastern medicine. Once Nasim Shah, a bank officer, visited him and asked
a few questions on astrology/numerology, he gave very comprehensive and
eye-opening comments on its history and background. An officer of
Pakistan Printing Press discussed on printing process and the officer
was impressed by his information on printing and distribution process of
notes and stamps. Once an owner of a shoe factory visited him, he
discussed with him on manufacturing process and types of shoes, the
visitor was very impressed by his knowledge of shoe manufacturing. An
army officer discussed on ammunition and the officer was astonished on
his information about ammunition. A student visited him and discussed
his psychological / philosophical confusion, he proposed a very simple
but comprehensive solution; the student commented that a very
experienced psychologist perhaps can understand/solve the confusion in
such a short period of time. The aforesaid examples indicate that he was
fully aware about temporal disciplines and their implications. His
approach was motivational towards knowledge-lovers/knowledge-seekers.
SPIRITUAL TRAINING - Acquisition & Transference
He
got spiritual training from his father who was also his Sheikh -
spiritual teacher. He was very fond of worship from his early life. On
his early childhood, he used to mediate at sanctuary of Abdul Qadir
Gillani (Allah bless his soul) during whole night, although he was fully
occupied, during day time, in various activities of the sanctuary. It
is noteworthy that his father was the chief patron and custodian of the
sanctuary of Abdul Qadir Gillani (Allah bless his soul). He also
remained administrator of the sanctuary from 1948 to 1953. Due to
psychological inclinations, spiritual potential, and physical strive, he
covered his spiritual journey very quickly and got "Kharqa" (a formal
dress indicating spiritual position) from his father in his early youth.
After this, he came into practical life and devoted himself for the
preaching of Islam and growth of Islamic Spiritualism (Silsila Qadria
and Khankahi Nizam).
He was true example of the life pattern of
the Holy Prophet Muhammad(peace and blessing of Allah be upon him) in
our time. He never compromised on Islamic values and worked only for the
sake of Allah. He disliked fame and worldly recognition. He was far
away from lust for wealth / power and very close to Allah. Once, Mr.
Ayub Khan (president of Pakistan in 1960s) offered him land and money
for his personal use, he replied that he can take only when the
treasures of Allah will be exhausted, i.e., it is not possible. He was
very humble and polite whenever a person enters/leaves his meeting he
welcome/see-off him by standing. However, it was not possible to have
eye contact with him due to his psycho-spiritual dignity; moreover,
mind-wandering or satanic influence on heart was impossible in his
presence due to his spiritual influence and psychological power. A state
of contentment is felt on his presence.
He was very affectionate
and sober during interaction. His doors were open for the whole
community and for every type of person. There was no difference between
rich and poor. Friday was fixed for general meetings / guidance. Every
one can access him on each Friday for spiritual guidance and pray. For
special guidance or meeting, he was available after appointment.
His
followers belong to every group of life. Students were his followers
and he was very kind on them. Religious scholars like his meeting and
learn from his knowledge -Moulana Mustafa Raza Khan, Moulana Sardar Ahmad, Allama Saeed Shah Sahib Kazmi, Mufti Ghulam Sarwar Qadri, Dr. Tahir ul Qadri, Moulana Yusuf Benori, Moulana Mufti Muhammad Shafi, Haji Muhammad hanif Tayab
are few examples. Business community was very impressed by his Tawakul
(Trust & confidence), Tasaruf (effectiveness), and wisdom - Tahir Tayab, Haji Ismail, Engineer Muhammad Iqbal, Haji Ghulam Muhammad Dossal, Qazi Zahid, Haji Salim, Ghulam Ahmad Kayani, Mian Sharif are few examples. Rulers were faithful and obedient to his spiritual power - President Sadam Hussain, President Ayub Khan, King of Malaysia, King of Mauritius, Prime Minister Bhutto, and President Zia ul Haq are few examples.
TRAVELING & MIGRATION- Rationale & Scope
Traveling,
migration and settlement of prophets and saints at different places of
the world is part of divine scheme of creation/evolution, when He wants
to reward a region He sends His prophets and saints for guidance.
Opposite to this, prophets and saints of one region are migrated and
settled to some other area before the wrath / justice of Allah descends
on a particular region or nation. It was good tiding for the people of
Pakistan that Allah sent the noblest person of the time and a pious son
of Abdul Qadir (Allah bless his soul) in Pakistan. His very first visit
to Pakistan was in 1956, later he decided to settle in Quetta, Pakistan.
At
the time of migration to Pakistan, he arrived in Lahore and stayed in
sanctuary of Syed Ali Hajveri after completing a spiritual seclusion in
the sanctuary, he went to Quetta for permanent settlement. It was later
part of 6th decade of 20th century. He stayed in a local Hotel for few
days. After sometime he started construction of Al-Gillani House for
residence and preaching of Islam. His commitment to Islam and Islamic
Spiritualism (Silsila Qadria & Khankahi Nizam) attracted people and
they started to visit him to get blessings of Allah. In order to create a
permanent ease for followers/visitors, he built another residence in
Karachi. He was using his residences as Zavia (a spiritual training centre) for spiritual training of people. He trained many persons and gave them Khilafat (A formal certificate for spiritual training of people).
It
is an important teaching of Islam for Muslims to travel on earth for
acquisition/distribution of knowledge. He followed the Quranic
injunction on travelling with letter and spirit. Although, he had
settled in Pakistan, he remained active and moving preacher throughout
his life. He visited different areas of the world for the preaching of
Islam and growth of Islamic Spiritualism. He visited Saudi Arabia,
Egypt, Sweden, Norway, Holland, England, West Germany, Monaco, Belgium,
Korea, Malaysia, Indonesia, Seoul, Burma, Japan, Sri Lanka, Singapore,
India, and Gulf States. In addition, he was regular traveler within
Pakistan to actualize spiritual goals of Islam.
FAMILY LIFE
He
has dedicated his life for the preaching of Islam and growth of Islamic
Spiritualism. His life was busy in this noble cause. He was visiting
different areas of the world to preach Islam and to distribute blessings
of Allah. However, there was mounting pressure from different prominent
families of the country about his marriage. He was used to say, when
Amr (Command) of Allah will descend then I will think on it. Finally, at
the age of 35, he decided to marry with the daughter of Khan of Kalat.
He has three sons - Al Syed Mahmood Muhyiddeen (14th July, 1968),
Al-Syed Adul Qadir Jamaludin (4th June, 1969), and Al-Syed Muhammad
Ziaudin (28th May, 1976) - and three daughters.
DEMISE & FINAL RESTING PLACE
Trial
& Testing is essential aspect of Divine Scheme of Creation. Allah
tests His servants with multiple afflictions. Finally, Allah showers
manifold blessing on patient and steadfast. He faced multiple trials,
both physical as well as psychological, during his lifetime. However, he
remained contented and grateful during hardships. At physical level, he
was suffering with kidney trouble from many years. Doctors were
suggesting transplantation and many people were ready to donate it but
he was not prepared. He said that life and death is in control of Allah
why I create trouble for someone by putting one's life in danger.
Moreover, he preferred local treatment as compared to foreign treatment.
However, there were pressure of doctors and other concerned persons for
foreign treatment. At last, he decided to move abroad, Germany, for
medical treatment; he moved to Germany on 11th may, 1991 A.D., however,
he did not change his mind about transplantation. The problem was
becoming more and more severe. People around him were feeling that his
REAL FRIEND, ALLAH, is calling him. Like other saints, he was fond of
this meeting. He recited the Kalama at the moment of death. On Friday,
23rd Zequa'd 1411 A.H. / 7th June 1991 A.D., he moved from this world to
eternal world. It was decided by his family that he would be buried in
Township, Lahore. Pir Karam Shah offered his final prayer. A beautiful
sanctuary of sheikh and spacious boarding facility for spiritual
travelers is under construction. The sanctuary of sheikh has design
similar to the design of sanctuary of Abdul Qadir Gillani (Allah bless
his soul). The whole project is under the kind control of his sons. They
are working for the same cause - preaching of Islam and Growth of
Islamic Spiritualism (Silsila Qadria & Khankahi Nizam).
PEARLS OF WISDOM
· Divine cognizance is acquired only through following the path of the holy prophet;
· Observance of the life of Muhammad (peace and blessing of Allah be on him) is a way to achieve Love of Allah;
· A person who doesn't offer pray is like dead;
·
If uniformity and unity through Islam is developed in our inner
and outer life then it can lead us towards singularity and unity of
Muslim World;
· The message of saints is uncontaminated
with hatred, friction, prejudice, and strife, on the contrary, their
message is totally based on love and kindness, that is why, their
efforts can create unity in Muslim World if they fulfill their right
role and they can provide a revolutionary service to Islam and the
Muslim World up to the level that cannot be achieved by any other group;
· If heart is filled with duplicity, jealousy, hatred, hypocrisy one cannot get reward of his good deeds;
· Socialism, Communism, and Capitalism are three different colors and three different aspects of Satanism;
· Communists are not only enemy of religion but also enemy of humanity;
· Islamic economic and political system is a complete and comprehensive system.
· A hungry man considers every one hungry and a non-respected person considers every one non-respected;
·
Through cheating, stealing, and lying, one may get required
results but finally one becomes disrespectful and destroys himself.
Muhammad Ilyas
CEO
SMCSE
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SMCSE
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