tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77021332011-04-22T04:46:24.683+01:00'Recognize ignorance and struggle to bring back your traditionality; so seek tools of knowledge and dispel the darkness of nescience'.Munawwarhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18291570737888045862noreply@blogger.comBlogger1551100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7702133.post-75625860923245073542007-09-10T22:30:00.000+01:002007-09-10T23:32:36.664+01:00

The King of GnosticsHazrat `Abdul Hakim Sharaf Qadiri (RA)By Monawwar AteeqHAZRAT `Allamah `Abdul Hakim Sharaf Qadiri (Rahmatullahi alayh) was born in Mirzapur in the home of Mouwlana Allah Ditta on 24th Sha’ban 1363h (13th August 1944). His family migrated to Lahore whilst he was a child and he started his primary education there. He thereafter studied under the leading Ulama of his era among

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(May Allah give him peace & blessings)In the following piece of work, I have given a detailed description of the gorgeous eyes of our Noble Prophet Muhammad (May Allah give him peace & blessings) that were described by many of his companions, and I have explained the Arabic terms used in Arabic to describe them:1. The beautiful eyes were “wide” and “large” described as [1]"عظيمُ العَينَيْن" and [

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Two Stories from Shaykh `Ali Hussain Makki’s unpublished “al-Hady al-Taam” on celebrating the Mawlid & QiyamShaykh Ali Hussain Maliki ~ BiographyShaykh `Ali Hussain Maliki, Master of the fundamental and subsidiary Islamic sciences, jurist & teacher at the Makkan Haram and at Madrasa Dar al-`Ulum al-Deeniya. He was reffered to as ((Seebwayh al-`Asr)). His father Shaykh Hussain bin Ibrahim Maliki,

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نبذة من سيرة الإمام الأكبر المجدد أحمد رضا خان البَرَيلويولد إمامنا الأكبر المجدد أحمد رضا خان البَرَيلَوي القادري في الهندسنة 1272 الهجرية وأخذ العلوم عن والده العلامة الكبير المفتي نقي علي خان وغيره، والطريقة عن العلامة الكبير السيد آل الرسول المارَهرَوي تلميذ الشاه عبد العزيز الدهلوي. تبحر في كل علم وفن وصنف فيها وترك في التراث العلمي أكثر من ألف كتاب ما بين تأليف وحواشي طبع أكثرها في باكستان

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In light of Hanafi Methodology of Jurisprudence for the novice and skilledAll praise is for Allah, the Everlasting, All-knowing and Omnipotent. Peace and blessings shower upon our Beloved, our Master and Intercessor, Muhammad, upon his Noble Family and Chosen Friends.To proceed:In the Shari`ah, the defining law (al-hukm al-taklifi) is divided into several kinds based on what is required (talab

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An English translation of Urdu excerpts from the book ‘‘Light Rays of the Muhammadan Beauty’’, an exegesis on ‘Surah Alam Nashrah’, by the Gnostic Shaykh, faqih, master of the traditional sciences, Mauwlana Naqiy `Ali Khan Qadri Barakati, may Allah honour his abode and sanctify his secret, ameen.In Praise of Allah Most High ‘‘The Necessary Entity and All-powerful Allah alone deserves praise

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A Study & Critique to Controversial Deobandi Stances on Celebrating the Mawlid in light of classical Mawlid worksChapter 1.1. Shaykh Rasheed Ahmad Gongohi says in his Fatawa Rasheediya, chapter on Halal and Haram (2:150) to the following question,‘‘Q: Is it correct to conduct a Mawlud Majlis that is free of Qiyam (standing up at time of birth) and is celebrated according to the sound tradition?A:

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The Malfuzat or 'vocals/ teachings' of Imam Ahmad Ridha were compiled by his son, the illustrious Mufti of India, Imam Mustafa Ridha Khan Barakati.To study Imam Ahmad Ridha's personal account of his journey to the Haramain Sharifayn and his activities there, please study the beginning of chapter two.May Allah bless the translator and gift him ample reward.By the courtesy of Sidi Harun, Thanks.

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Translation of original text by Mauwlana Abd al-Hadi Qadiri from Durban, South Africa.By the courtesy of Sidi Harun, Thank you.

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Lessons from Imam Birharawi’s Commentary on Sharh al-Aqa`id p91-4Dear Reader!This article consists of my study notes from Al-Nibras, a renowned annotation on Imam S`ad al-Din Taftazani’s commentary on Imam Nasafi’s`Aqidah text.One of the reasons why I am posting this on my blog is to share a little insight with you on the traditional Dars-e-Nizami, learning program. Al-Nibras is a text taught in

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Writing, Clear and Simple - Notebook

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Behind al-Suffah Under the Green LightIn heaven I sit, in peace in tranquillityHere I am in your mosque, in your presenceIn the light of your Green Dome and its aweHere I am in humility I sit head downEvery face seems my kin, in smiles I sitWaiting for the morning call to be raised heaven highI sit in direction of Qiblah yet inwardlyTowards you is my intention; you are my aspirationI am here

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Notes from Imam Ahmad al-Maqarri al-Tilimsani’s voluminous book on the Radiant Sandal of the Prophet, May Allah shower peace & blessings on HimIn Arabic the Prophet’s sandal is known as ‘Na’l al-Nabiiy’.The Prophet’s sandal is an amulet full of bliss, peace and serenity. At time of stress and grief one should place it on their heart and eyes for its luminous effects.It is a cure for the ill,

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1. Tabyeedh al-Saheefah fi Manaqib al-Imam Abi Hanifah by Jalal al-Din al-Suyuti al-Shafi’I, (d.1505/911h).2.Al-Khayrat al-Hisan fi Manaqib ala-Imam al-A’zam Abi Hanifah al-Nu’man & also Qala’id al-Uqyan by Abu al-Abbas Ahmad bin Hajar al-Makki al-Shafi’I, (d.1536/943h).. Matba’ah al-Khayriyah, 1886 (1304h). Ed. Shk Khaleel al-Meys, Dar al-Kutub al-Ilmiyyah3. Manaqib al-Imam al-A’zam by Muwaffaq

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Muhmmad bin abi Hatim al-Warraq once asked Muhammad bin Isma’il, ‘‘have you memorised all that which you have compiled in your collection?’’ To which he replied, ‘‘all of what is in it is not out of my sight’’. Muhammad bin Isma’il also mentioned that he wrote his al-Jami three times.(Siyar A’alam al-Nubula, 12:403, Hady al-Sari 1:18)Scholars mention that Imam Bukhari wrote the manuscript of his

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Some gems I collected from various vereses of the Noble Qur'an based on several Tasawwuf texts. This is a taste of what is going to come, bi-Idhnillah.1. ‘‘And He has subjected to you, as from Him, all that is in the heavens and on earth: behold, in that are signs indeed for those who reflect’’[1][Ar: wa sakhara lakum ma fi al-samawaati wa ma fi al-ardhi jamee’am-minhu inna fee dhalika

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Research reveals that 7 cups of green tee a day for 12 weeks can help lower bad cholestrol levels by 16 percent.White tea slows the effect of ageing and red tea reduces anxiety...Black tea, as well as green tea, is excellent for colds and flus.''and in the creation, do you not ponder?''

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This article is the first step in filling this niche by providing the teacher, student, and home computer user with the ability to access Arabic on the Internet and to word-process in Arabic, irrespective of their current computer operating system and software versions. This article is technical in nature. It provides detailed instructions for enabling reading and typing Arabic capabilities

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Conversion of Hijri A.H. (Islamic) and A. D. Christian dates.

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An e-Text translation by Franz Rosenthal.

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The Excellence of Pursuing Knowledge over Worship, al-Majmu' Sharh al-Muhadhab (Arabic).Abu Darda' said: ''a moment of revising knowledge is better than standing in prayer all night.''Ibn Umar narrated from the Prophet (May Allah shower peace & blessings on him) who said: ''sitting in a gathering of understanding the deen (fiqh) is better than six years of worship.''Anas relates that the Prophet

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Kufah the Abode of Knowledge[1]This is a chapter from my extensive research on Imam Abu Hanifah, his school, colleagues, criticisers and most significantly his unparalleled rank in Hadith.Iraq was dominated by the Muslims during the caliphate of Sayyiduna Umar at the hands of Sa’d bin Abi Waqqas, May Allah be pleased with them both. Since its establishment in the17th hijri, Kufah received many

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An excellent website to all major Tariqahs in the world.Thanks to Sayyidi Fakhruddin Owaisi.

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An excellent biography...

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Some beautiful pictures of Shaykh Muhammad Al-Yaqoubi. Recent pictures with Dr Tahir al-Qadri in Damascus....Thanks to Sidi Harun Qayyum.

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[Extracted from Imam Zahid al-Kawthari’s Fiqhu Ahl al-Iraq wa hadeethuhum, The Muqaddimah of Nasb al-Ra’yah]Munawwar Ateeq Rizvi© Aqsa Publications This is a part of my recent reserach on Imam Abu Hanifah, his Madhab and contributions to Hadith.The following list is a vital blow to those who say Imam Abu Hanifah and the men of his school have no contribution to Hadith conveyance and textual

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A Translation of Shaykh Habib Ali's lecture by sayyidi Abu Hasan.Thanks to Sunniport.com.

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In the earth there are diverse regions side by side and gardens of grapes and cultivated fields, and date-palms sharing one root and others with individual roots, all watered with the same water. And We make some things better to eat than others. There are Signs in that for people who use their intellect. (Surat ar-Ra'd: 4)He sends down water from the sky from which We bring forth growth of every

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A beautiful description of the Prophet in pdf...May Allah shower peaceand blessings on him.

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For those brothers who regularly ask me about travel, tourism and employment in Syria...Here's a directory.

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This is excellent!Sidi Asrar, Rashid and Sajjad must check this out.As for Sidi Amar, i believe you've already checked it out, walhamdulillah :-)

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A beautufil work on our revivalists life and devotions. For brother Sadd Bhaiyyat, Allah bless you.

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Compiled by: Our teacher, Sayyidi Gibril Fouad Haddad. If you haven't read this book, you know very little about the excellence and blessings of visiting, living and yearning for Damascus.If you want a copy of this book, get in touch...Send a comment and i'll get back to you as soon as i can.Wassalam

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A taste of tradtionality blended with some modern design...

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I've just discovered some more beautiful pictures...A set of 65 Photos of Damascus.They say Majnun fell in love with the blag dog which bit him because of Layla's name. He fell in love with the walls of Layla's abode since she dwelled there...I've fallen in love with Damascus because Allah's messenger said 'Oh Allah bless ''our'' Shaam', not because it's blessed, i fell in love because it is

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This is a special link for Brother Qasim, Sister Safirah and the family. Allah bless you all & bring peace, rest and satisfaction in your homes, hearts and loved ones.

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This is for you Sayyidi Ijaz...Damascus is tranquility, peace & harmony. Shine on me oh Shaam!

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Subhanallah!It's for you Sayyidi Amar. Some beautiful memories come back again from our blessed abode in cool breezes...Certainly a captivating site.

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This copy has on 6 pages, with footnotes by Imam Zahid al-Kawthari and Abul Wafa al-Afghani. Print Hayderabad Dekkan.

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A major contribution to the history collection, detailed development and insight to the Hanafi Schoo from both ra'y and hadith perspectives. Arabic Text.

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A concise research on the reasons of Juridical differences amongst the Orthodox Fiqh schools and their Imams. Arabic Text.

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An outstanding piece of work. It remains unique in its domain till today.

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An excellent commentary to Imam Abu Hanifa's Aqidah text. May Allah have mercy on both.

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A must read in Arabic. Short & beautiful.

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'Bahjat al-Nazir fi al-Tawassuli bi al-Nabiyy al-Tahir' by Imam Hassan al-Saqqaf al-Qarashi al-Shafi'i (d.1985). Arabic text.First section on the excellence of our Prophet's station, May Allah's peace & blessings be upon Him.Second section on the proofs for interceding through the person of the Prophets in general and through our Propet in specific.Third section on the qoutaions of the sages and

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By Mulla Hassan Ibn Iskandar al-Hanafi.

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Complied by Mullah Hassan Ibn Iskandar al-Hanafi. Print Hayderabad Dekkan.

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'Risalah fi al-Dhab an Abi al-Hassan al-Ash'ari' by Abu al-Qasim Abd al-Mlaik bin Isa bin Darbas (Arabic). Print Hayderabad Dakkan, 1948 edition.

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Islam is balanced, broad, and universal on the subject of human rights. Except for those who strive to tear down the state or the legitimate administration, or who have willingly taken someone’s life, the Qur’an teaches us that to take the life of a person unjustly is a crime against the whole of humanity (Al-Ma’ida 5:32). Such an evaluation cannot be found in any other religion or modern system,

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There is also a play on words in this expression. The word Muslim and the verb selime both come from the root silm. Due to the similarity between some of the letters, this is a partial play on words. However the modes of these two words are separate. This similarity and dissimilarity reminds us of another meaning: For Muslims, every matter takes place in line with silm (security), selamet (safety

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Islam is a word derived from the roots silm and selamet. It means surrender, reaching and establishing security and mutual safety and accord. Islam is a religion of security, safety and peace. These principles permeate Muslims' lives. When they stand to pray, they cut their connection with this world, turn to their Lord in faith and obedience, and stand at attention in His presence. As if

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The Spiritual couplets of Mauwlana Jalal al-Din Rumi. Translated by Whinfield.

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A must read for every enthusiatic reader...

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A Translation of Shaykh Shihab al-Din Suharwardi's 'Hikmat al-Ishraq'.Kashf, Ishraq, Knowledge, Existence are some of the topics covered in this excellent work.

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Introduced by M.M Sharif.

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Introduced by M.M Sharif.

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The famous Persian (Shirazi) philosopher...His works are unitll today taught in Contemporary Dars-e-Nizami programs in the subcontinent.

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Life & works...

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A lecture by Seyyed Hossein Nasr.

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A Translation of Imam Razi's 'Kitab al-Nafs wa al-Ruh wa sharhu Quwahuma' by M.Saghir Hassan Ma'sumi.

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A Translation of the Mu'allaqat by Arberry.

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By Seyyed Hossein Nasr.

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It's by Seyyed Hossein Nasr so it must be read...!!! I know Sidi Ghulam Rasool is a big reader of Nasr, so it's for you first and others later.Munawwar Ateeq Rizvi

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Structure and growth of Philosophic systems. By Harry Austryn Wolfsen

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On the details of the Qur’an and vastness of the Muhammadan KnowledgeIn the fifth section (Ar.al-nazr al-khamis) of His far-famed epistle, al-Dawlah al-Makkiyyah bi al-Maadah al-Ghaybiyyah, Imam Ahmad Radha Khan (May Allah have mercy on him) says,‘‘And by Allah’s given ability I say; Our Lord’s speech is a perspicuous word and a just pronouncement. The Divine says,‘And We have sent down to thee

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By Shaykh Suhayb Webbwith with Comments by Shaykhuna Gibril F HaddadBismillah al-Rahman al-RahimQuestion: I'm a student in the UK and have learnt enough Nahu to read irab etc. But I find it hard to understand - vocab,meanings etc. What advice or methods (time-saving) would you give so I can read Arabic books with understanding? What Arabic literature would you recommend for beginners?Reply by

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If you like reading science, philosophy and relegion all togther, you'll certainly like this indispensible article...

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Necessity of Relegion, Status of Man, The concept of loss and gain, The working of Universe, Experiments are not permanently true, Human urge, How to satisfy the human urge...Thanks to Shaykhuna Gibril Haddad al-Haqqani.

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An Arabic poem by Sayyidi Ibrahim bin al-Haj Abdullah Inyas al-Tijani. An excellent poem on Haqeeqah and the necessity of taking a Sheikh on the journey to Allah...Jazakallah, Sayyidi Fakhruddin Owaisi

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Divine Reality & Muhammadan Reality o5/07/05Divine Reality: Haqeeqah Mutlaqah/al-Dhat al-Makhsusah/al-Huwiyyat al-MahdhahMuhammadan Reality: Haqeeqah Muhammadiyyah/a-Aqal al-Awwal/Haqeeqat al-Haqa'iq/Ruwh al-KulJazakallah Khayra for your 'interferance' sidi for surely you have provided a golden moment for me to learn from you. I hope others will benefit from this too and share some of their

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In Honour of The Most Praised OneMay Allah give him peace and blessingsYou are the discloser of ‘‘I was a Hidden Treasure’’You are the first light of the primordial ‘‘be’’Inwardly beginning of the Prophetic sequence, outwardly finalIn you is perfection of all first and lastProphethood circumambulates Your essenceYou are the pivot, the seed, and the nucleusIf I utter a say, your beauty is

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Excellent for Dummies!

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Notes from Sheikh Ibn Ata’illah’s (d.709h) Hikam with its commentaries by Ibn Ajeebah and al-Shurnubi with anecdotes from Imam Qushayri’s Risalah Worldly Provisions are decreed by Divine will previous to the suffering of human race. This is why human entreaty is not the reason for Divine provision. Man’s supplication is therefore the manifestation of his servitude, poverty and humility to his

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In the heavens and the earth there are certainly signs for the believers. And in your creation and all the creatures He has scattered about there are signs for people with certainty.(Surat al-Jathiyah: 3-4)"Atheism is rather in the life than in the heart of man."~ Francis Bacon (1561-1626) English statesman, lawyer, philosopher & essayist"Nature is the art of God."~ Dante Alighieri (1265-1321)

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May I recite your name night and dayMay my heart beat “Allah Hu”May every breath, eternallyBreathe for no one, but youWe are your chosen UmmahThough we do not deserve to beLord gave us the best of creationHow kind and merciful is He!?Oh my beloved, come!For this separation I cannot bareI long to see your beautyYour Nuri white face, your black hairAs the tears roll down my faceI raise my hands and

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It was in Iran that Sufi Poetry reached its zenith. Sufism produced men who were not only true mystics, but also poets. Persia, the abode of poetry, produced more poet-mystics, inspired by the most profound spiritual experience, than any other country had done. Sheikh Sa'di Shirazi (d.1292), Hafiz Shirazi (d.1389), Omer Khayyam (d.1122), Sanai (d.1389), Attar (d.1220), Rumi (d.1273), and Jami (d

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Persian: 'Aatishey shauwqey buta(n), dar dile uw janam Baqeest, Aey ajal baash key ba-yaarey bayanam baqeest'"The fire of the love is still aglow in my heart and soul; O death! Stay thy hand for a while so that I can narrate my story Of woe to my beloved."Persian: 'Alastey azal hamchuna(n) sha(n) baghauqsh,bafaryadey qaluw bala dar kharuwsh'“The eternal sound of ' alast' , i.e., the covenant

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The reply to Sidi Tahseen khan’s inquiry on 11-05-05Truly, there is very little of what I can say about the sciences that this extraordinary personality had acquired. It is sufficient to know that his knowledge, taqwa and level of mastery were acknowledged by the masters themselves; the renowned Jurists, masters of Hadith, and scholars of traditional Islamic sciences from the two Holy sanctuaries

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Definitions of Ibadah and Ubuwdah, notes on Malfuzat MehriyyahThe Modes of Divine Unity, notes on Malfuzat MehriyyahThe categories of guidance, notes from Baydhawi's exegesisThe stages of Intellect, notes from al-Birharwi's 'al-Nibras'Legal Maxims derived from al-Mirghinani's Hidayah Insha Allah.wa sallalahu ala Sayyidina Muhammadin wa alihi wa sahbihi wa sallim.

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Mawlana Abdal Aleem was a student of Imam Ahmad Radha, who eloquently lectured in many languages; English, French, Spanish, Arabic and others. Mawlana was the father of Allamah Shah Ahmad Nurani who passed away recently. He leaves many devotees in Maricious today where he called the nation to Islam. May Allah raise their ranks and benefit us with their works, ameen.

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May Allah guide us to a greater degree in nearness to Him and guide them from the satanic influences to light upon light...Surely Allah is the bestower of all guidance 'hidayah' and provider of Truth 'Haqq'. Wa sallalahu ala sayyidina Muhammadin Khatm al-Mursaleena wa alihi wa sahbihi wa sallim

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"My yearning for the loved one has intensified; why is my heart so very sad today? Love has permeated every tissue of my body. Why are my eyes shedding a shower of tears (due to separation) ?Glorified be Allah, Who created thee (O Prophet) in the most beautiful, the best, and the most perfect mold in every respect; Who is (the humble) Meher Ali to chant thy praises; what heights have his impudent

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"Do not forget that while you are writing, you are on a path that is finer than a hair and sharper than a sword." — Yesari Mehmed Es'ad Efendi (d. 1798) to one of his calligraphy studentsAn excellent read..The six scripts and their background, the history of Islamic calligraphy, and most important of all; a beautiful explanation to the Hilye of the Prophet Muhammad (May Allah shower abundant

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It is an obligation to know your deen. The Prophet (May Allah bless Him and shower upon Him peace) emphasised this saying, 'Seek knowledge even if you have to travel as far as China'.We have local Mosques, Alhamdulillah, more actively workig than ever before, local learned community members who have sufficient knowledge and can guide you, and websites like Sunnipath to help you in attaining a

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Translation of a beautiful compliation of salawat rendered into English by Ustadha Aisha Bewley.The recitation of this far-famed work is popular in its effects, blessings and opening. A book recited by all Tareeqahs.

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al-Seyyid Mehr Ali (May Allah be pleased with Him) attempted to bridge the differences between adherents of the two apparently divergent concepts of whadat al-Shuhd and wahdat al-Wujud by advancing the subsequent points of views. I find this very useful for those who are confused in this dispute.(a) 'Wahdat-ush-Shahood' represents the initial stages of suluk (spiritual journey), and the basic

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Referring to the overpowering majesty of the Holy Kaabah (the House of Allah), Pir Seyyid Mehr Ali (May Allah be pleased with Him) said that in the presence of that august structure even eminent Awlia-Allah were reduced to the stature of ordinary human being. Within those holy precincts, the spiritual light of Awlia-Allah was dimmed to such an extent that it became difficult to distinguish

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SECTION ONE: A brief outline of your own experiences of Religious Education (RE) as a pupil and a short account of what view of RE you have as you begin the course.I recall studying RE at school the early age of five, due to my primary school education commencing in a Roman Catholic environment in West Bromwich in a school named Holy Trinity Primary School. Every morning before registration and

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Sister Umm Zaid:It's pretty scary, if you think about it, how far we've come, generallyspeaking, from the level of adab and knowledge and reverence that the Muslimstrad'lly had for the Prophet (peace be upon him). After we had a mawlid in NYseveral years ago, one brother approached me very angrily and said "The sheikhtalked too much about the Prophet (peace be upon him), and that is a very

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‘The Morning of the Muhammadan Light’Excerpts from Shaykh al-Islam, Muhammad bin Alawi al-Maliki’s book entitled al-Bayan wa al-Ta’reef fi Dhikri Mawlid al-Shareef. May Allah shower His mercy on him.So it is those who believe in him, honour him, help him, and follow the light which is sent down with him- it is they who will prosper’ (Surah 7:157)Three preliminary Issues1- Mawlid; to make

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The answer to an objection made on al-Seyyid Muhammad al-Ya’qubi’s Mawlid discourse on Monday 2nd May 2005, Wembley Arena, LondonThis article is written in defense of al-Seyyid Muhammad al-Yaqubi’s subsequent statement which he expressed during His talk on the national Mawlid gathering in London, ‘I wish I was His urine which passed out of Him; pure and a cure’Here are some narrations which

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JUST BEFORE dawn on Friday the 15th of Ramadan of this year the Muslim community lost one of its most eminent scholars and men of Allah. Sayyid Muhammad ‘Alawi al-Maliki came from a long line of eminent scholars, Idrisi sharifs connected to the Prophet, may Allah’s blessings and peace be upon him, through Imam al- Hasan, may Allah be pleased with him. His ancestors came from Morocco many

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