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Muslim Saints of the North India

Tazkira Mashaikh-e-Banaras

Mausoleum of Hazrat Khaja Moinuddin Chisti

Translated by
Hafeez Anwar
Email: hafeezanwar@yahoo.com
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Published by

© Hafeez Anwar

First Published 1442/2021

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or stored in a

retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or otherwise,
without written permission from the publisher.

Contents
1. Author’s introduction………………………………………………....….…..o6
2.Preface………………….…….………………………..……..…………….....36
3.Tazkara Mashaikh-e-Banaras…..….…………....……….. ……………...…..38
4.Maktubat Hazrat Baqi Billah……………………………………………….....76
5.Tazkara Mashaikh-e-Jhansi…..….……….…....…………………………….141
6.Tazkara Mashaikh-e-Bahar…..….……….…....…………………………….199
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The verse Fateha (The opening)

It is difficult Your praise and it is hidden Your virtues in all

You are visible there in all and You are there in everything
For every particle, you are created from the beginning to end
You are Sustainer of all not in this world and another world
You are Lord of the worlds and you are forgiver of the worlds
You are kind to all and Your kind favor is there for all persons
Those who are pious then You are merciful to such persons
Your special favour and kindness is there for all of them
You are the owner everyone settle deeds on judgment day
In your hands is a penalty and a prize and you are the owner
All our worship is for Your sake, oh Lord of the two worlds
All slaves belong to you from the origin, if he is big or small
For all our needs you are must and Your personality is kind
You give all one who calls you as You are a kind helper to all
Guide us such right path now, on which path who went away
With Your graces and all passed away on such path indeed
But there will be no such way never, which is ignored by You
So who lost and misguided on such way due to your anger
This is prayer of your slave and the request of your lowest
Accept prayer of Hafeez as you are an owner of two worlds
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Translated by
Hafeez Anwar
Email: hafeezanwar@yahoo.com,
Hyderabad, India.
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Author’s introduction

My Guinness World Record

Claim ID: 287230
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Dear Mr. Mohammed Abdul Hafeez,
Thank you for sending us the details of your recent record proposal for 'The world
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The details of two episodes
Owaise of Qarni.
Tipu Sultan.
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A six page document entitled Universal Declaration of Human Rights, produced by
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An appreciation of work of the author by Iftekhari Silsila

This note shows as an appreciation of Iftekhari Silsila for the work of the translation
of the below book by the author and adding of this book ‘Muslim saints and
Mystics‘ (Tadhkirtal Aliyah by Farid al din Attar) which is very famous in the
Western world among the English knowing persons and on their website.
The link is as follows, which showing the author’s name in the book as Mohammed
Abdul Hafeez R.A., on their website. Its link is as follows

www.silsilaeiftekhari.in/SufiBooks/140/Mohammed%20Abdul%20Hafeez%20R.
A/Tazkara-tul-Aulia%20(Memories%20of%20the%20Saints).aspx

This is the Official site of Iftekhari Silsila. ... Mohammed Abdul Hafeez R.A; Sirat
Faqr-ul-Arifeen Maulana Hakeem Sayyed Sikandar Shah R.A; Swaneh-e-Maulana
Room Shaikh Shibli Nomani R.A; Sufi

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About Hafeez Anwar

Is a well-known author, some of his books are a fascination for readers like in the
Hadrat Khaja Shamsuddin Turk & Hadrat Bu Ali Qalandar book, this is one of the
most wanted HAFEEZ ANWAR author readers around the world.
Dear All
Salam
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Email hafeezanwar@yahoo.com

Author’s Introduction

The publication note in the Second Episode by Mr. David Rosenbaum of

New York Times

Farid Al- din Attar is considered one of the preeminent mystical poets of
the Persian Literary tradition. The duration of his life is uncertain, though
he can be placed in the 12th and 13th centuries c. e. born in Nishapur in
what is today Iran, Attar apparently was a pharmacist, but little information
about his personal life is known. During his lifetime he is believed to have
written approximately 9 books, including such famous works as the
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Manteq Al- Tayr ( the conference of the birds) and the Ilahi- Nama (the
book of god) . Muslim Saints and Mystics is an abridgement, translated by
A. J. Arberry, of Attar' s only known prose work: Tadhkirat Al- Auliya (
the memorial of the saints) , which he worked on throughout much of his
life and which was available publicly before his death. In what is
considered the most compelling entry in this book, attar relates the story
of the execution of Hallaj, the mystic who had uttered the words “ I am the
truth” in a state of ecstatic contemplation. Arberry's translation is an
abridgement; the entry on Owaise Al- Qarani translated by Mohammed
Abdul Hafeez, B. Com. , Hyderabad, India, omitted in Arberry' s text, is
included in the following link: Owaise al- Qarani.
Kindly note this episode is very popular on the internet and no other article
of the same title is not meeting the reader’s requirement and giving full
details. So for the reason in many countries, this article is very popular and
added on many web sites for the public reading as well for the reference
and research purpose. The detail on U.S.A. website on which the second
episode is available as follows.
============================================
Owaise of Qarni
113k - adobe pdf - view as html
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On him, which were explained by the prophet. Then Owaise of Qarni . . .
Translated from Urdu to English by Mohammed A. Hafeez, B.Com.
Hyderabad, India. , reference book . . .
www.omphaloskepsis.com/ebooks/pdf/Owaise.pdf.And

Tadhkiratal-Auliya’ by Farid-AL-Din Attar

Introduction
Farid Al-din Attar is considered one of the preeminent mystical poets of
the Persian literary tradition. The duration of his life is uncertain, though
he can be placed in the 12th and 13th centuries C.E. born in Nishapur in
what is today Iran. Attar apparently was a pharmacist but little information
about his personal life is known. During his lifetime he is believed to have
written approximately 9 books, including such famous works as The
Manteq Al-Tayr (The Conference of the Birds) and The Ilahi-Nama (The
book of God) Tadhkiratal-Auliya (Muslim Saints and Mystics) is
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considered world famous classical book of Persian literature which printed

and re-
Printed in many countries.

An abridgement, translated by A.J. Arberry, of Attar's only known

prose work Tadhkirat Al-Auliya (The Memorial of the Saints) which he
worked on throughout much of his life and which was available publicly
before his death. Arberry's translation is an abridgement. The entry on
Owaise of Qarani translated by me which was omitted in Arberry's text
is added to the above web site. In Tadhkiratal-Auliya Sheikh Farid-Al-Din
Attar wrote many chapters and in those chapters there is full information
and details of the titles are available . His style of writing is most interesting
and for this reason the readers will remember the chapters from the above
great book for a longer time .
Due to many great chapters this book is very famous in the world and it
translations are available in many languages of the world. Mr. David
Rosenbaum’s email message about the publication of the episode ‘Owaise
of Qarani’ on the website www.omphaloskepsis.com of U.S.A.
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On Jun 8, 2005, at 9:24 AM,
David Rosenbaum <lijphart@mac.com> wrote:

Attention : Mr. Hafeez,

I have received the RTF file.
Thank you.

Will post it during the next update of the site.

David Rosenbaum
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Thanks to Mr. David E. Rosenbaum of New York Times

The second chapter Owaise Al-Qarani was published on the following

web site by Mr.David E. Rosenbaum as he was the editor of the web site
below. Mr. David E. Rosenbaum's publication note about the entry on
Owasie of Qarni. Muslim Saints and Mystics is an abridgement, translated
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by A.J. Arberry, of Attar's only known prose work: Tadhkirat al-Auliya

(The Memorial of the Saints), which he worked on throughout much of his
life and which was available publicly before his death. In what is
considered the most compelling entry in this book, Attar relates the story
of the execution of Hallaj, the mystic who had uttered the words "I am the
Truth" in a state of ecstatic contemplation.
Arberry's translation is an abridgement; the entry on Owaise al-
Qarani translated by Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B. Com., Hyderabad,
India omitted in Arberry's text, is included in the following link: Owaise
al-Qarani.
====================
2. Owaise of Qarni (PDF)
will create 70,000 angels same as Owaise of Qarni
(Clone) and when ... Owaise of Qarni told him to stay
there and he went away and ...
www.omphaloskepsis.com/ebooks/pdf/Owaise.pdf - 113k -
View as html - More from this site –Save.
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New York Times reporter Mr. David E. Rosenbaum was beaten,

robbed and dispatched to his death
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On the Friday night of Jan. 6, 2006 in Northwest Washington, when New

York Times reporter Mr. David E. Rosenbaum was beaten,robbed and
dispatched to his death. But in history of the book TadhkiratAl-Auliya (
Muslim Saints & Mystics ) the name of Mr. David E. Rosenbaum will be
remembered always as he had published the above article with the special
note with the following details. 1. Some details about the life of Farid
Al-din Attar . 2. The details of the works by Farid Al-din Attar . 3. He also
introduced the translator ( Mohammed Abdul Hafeez B.Com. ) and his
work of translation of the second main chapter Owaise of Qarni from the
above book. The above second episode is from Tadhkirat Al-Auliya
(Muslim Saints & Mystics ) by Farid Al-din Attar.
My works.
Some of my English translation works include the following books.
1. Tadhkirtal Auliya (Muslim Saints & Mystics) - A.S. Noordeen Malaysia.
2.Muslim Saints of Hyderabad
3.Gulzar Auliya
4.Kashaf-ul-Asrar
5.Bahar-E-Rahmat.
8. Hasth Bahist
9.200 kid books
10.The 100 names of Madina city
11. The Muslim Saints of of Bider
12. The Muslim Saints of of Bejapur
14.Tadhkirtal Auliya (Muslim Saints & Mystics)
15.Biography of Hadrat Syed Shah Ghulam Afzal Biabani
16. Khair Majalis the advices of Hazrat Nasiruddin Chirag Dehlavi
17. Biography of Hazrat Khaja Usman Haruni
18. Biography of Hazrat Baba Tajuddin Nagpur
19. Anis Arwa by Hazrat Khaja Moinuddin Chisti
20. Biography of prophet Mohammed (peace be upon him)
21. Biography of Hazrat Mashooq Rabbani Warangal
22. Biography of Hazrat Shah Shah Afzal Biabani
23. Biography of Hazrat Syed Shah Sawar Biabani
24. Muslim Saints of Warangal
25.Muslim Saints of Chennai
25. Muslim Saints of Aurangabad

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In this book three lengthy episodes of Farid al-Din Attar’s book ‘Muslim
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Sheikh Abul Hasan Qarqani is available and it is informed of the general

public and other learned persons of knowledge of saints and mysticism that
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My three poems

Please find my three poems which are as follows and these are well known
and famous since my college days and which were already published in the
A.U. College Magazine of Hyderabad and now I have added these poems
in this book.
The Taj Mahal

In the darkness of night

I visited the tomb of white
Full beautiful in the glorious moon light
Shah Jahan’s love and Mumtaz’s beauty
Making fun of today’s love and poverty
No-one leaves without feelings of beauty
After seeing the Taj Mahal’s majesty
The Taj was reminding me the duty of love
And showing the king’s power of love
Even today in the darkness of strife
The Taj is preaching a lesson of love and life.
By Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B. Com.
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In Thy memory

Her death day came with the fragrance of loving memories

Which shaken the depth of our saddest loving memories
Even the seasonal changes and other worldly affairs
Could not diminish away her saddest loving memories
Due to the saddest grief, our souls are broken
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We are worldly losers and our hearts are broken

Oh : her saddest memories you must not die
Guide us to cover the deliverances of the world
Oh : the heavenly Lord takes Thou care of this beloved soul
Who never faced any worldly peace and pleasure.
By Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B. Com.
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The Dim flame

When the flame of her life was going to dim

No one of us not there to say goodbye
It is how painful for our whole lives
That we cannot see her at death time
Death is sure for every human beings
But how her strange death was indeed?
Her loving relatives were far from her
And they cannot reach for the last visit
We should believe in the heavenly Lord
Who made our vast and great human land
Sure, she has gained a position in the grave land
so, We should not worry Allah is great and known.
By Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B. Com.
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The author wept very much at the Kazipet grave yard

The author upon his return from his service of the foreign country visited
Qazipet after a gap of many years the grave of his grandfather and
grandmother at Qazipet recently in the month of May 2014.
When he visited the grave of his grandfather, which is under a big Neem
tree and its shed is spread over large areas of the graveyard and my
grandmother’s grave is situated beside the grave of my grandfather. Both
graves are well maintained so are available in the good condition.
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As the both graves are under the big old Neem tree so there is too much
shade as well as so much cold and peaceful atmosphere and comfort is
available there. So an atmosphere of peace and comfort is available there
too much due to the coolness of the branches of Neem tree which is
prevailing in the grave yard. For this reason an atmosphere of coolness
and peace condition is there and due to this reason there will be thinking
arise in the mind of the author that both of them living in the peaceful
condition.
However the author wept too much there because his grandfather who
was administrator of the shrine of Kazipet for many years and his
grandmother who lived in Kazipet village for many years and she did many
endeavour there and she helped many needy women and children there so
now both of them are buried in the graveyard of Kazipet shrine and
nobody is not there in the village to visit them from their lineage but many
unknown visitors are visiting their graves there and the author have
personally seen many flowers on the graves which were placed by those
unknown persons.

Connection of the author’s family members with Kazipet

When my grand dad Sheikh Dadan reached Kazipet Jagir on his transfer
from another place and he was attracted by the teachings of Sufi Center at
Kazipet Jagir during the period of Hazrat Syed Shah Sarwar Biabani Radi
Allahu anhu the successor and son of great Sufi master Hazrat Syed Shah
Afzal Biabani Radi Allahu anhu. When my grand dad became his disciple
and he left immediately the following things.
1 .He left his superior job in the police department. 2. He left his native
place of Medak. 3. He left his big house in Medak.
Due to the kindness and favour of Hazrat Syed Shah Ghulam Biabani Radi
Allahu anhu my granddad had got the job of estate administrator of Dargah
Sharif and a plot of land of 1000 yards from the center of Kazipet village.
On this plot my granddad had constructed a big house (Gulshan Manzil) on
500 yards and one big garden on 500 yards.

Bio, links of the author

My name is Mohammed Abdul Hafeez and I have graduated in commerce

from Osmania University, Hyderabad, India. I am a Translator of Islamic
books and interested in Sufi books and have translated 58 chapters from the
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famous Sufi book ‘Tadkiratal Awliya’ by Farid El din Attar in the year
2009 from Urdu to English and some chapters of the book were published
on the below web site and due to kind grace and help of Allah there is good
response from its readers in large numbers on so many web sites.
The book ‘Muslims Saints and Mystics’ was already published by A. S.
Noordeen Malaysia and in this book available 55 episodes in the year 2013
and another book Muslims Saints and Mystics also published by Kindle,
Amazon U. S. A., and in this book lengthy three episodes are available in
the year 2014.
I am a retired secretary and worked in a Gulf country for many years and
having one son and his name is Mohammed Abdul Wasi Rabbani , who
was studying in St. Domnics school Salimnagar colony Hyderabad and at
K.B.N. Engineering college Gulbega and he is an IT Engineer and working
abroad . We are having four little grandchildren and their names are as
follows and among them Shehzan is very smart boy and my wife’s name is
Ather Fatima and my daughter in law’s name is Juhi Yasmeen and she was
educated in St. Domnics school Salimnagar colony Hyderabad , Vani Girls
College and Madina Girls college as an extra-ordinary and brilliant student
of these educational institutions.1. Mohammed Sulaiman 2. Mohammed
Osman 3. Mohammed Shehzan 4. Sahrish Fatima
I enjoy doing translation of Sufi works and my translated first episode are
available with the following publication note of Mr. David Rosenbaum of
New York Times which is available on the above mentioned famous U.S.A.
website.
At Kazipet Jagir my dad, Mohammed Afzal and my brother Mohammed
Abdus Samad and Me Mohammed Abdul Hafeez and my sister Meher
Unisa were born there. In Qazipet my father married to Akthar Begum,
daughter of Mr. Abdul Majeed of Bidar district who was working at that
time in the education department as an education officer. After many years
of service at Qazipet Dargah Sharif (shrine ) with great fame and good name
my grand dad passed away and upon his death our big house was deserted
as all members of our family migrated to Hyderabad and some other places,
but my grand mom stayed in the big lonely house with her maidservant as
she never thinks to leave the place of his great Sufi master. Upon living
many years there she had been shifted to Hyderabad when she became ill
due to the fracture of her foot, but due to her great love for the great Sufi
Center at Kazipet upon her death, we had taken her dead body to Kazipet
from Hyderabad and she was buried at the back side of the tomb of her
Murshid (spiritual master) Syed Shah Sarwar Biabani. (R. A.)
During the 1986 I had tried my best to re-settle my family members from
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Hyderabad to Kazipet Jagir but I was not successful in this matter as my

son's (Mohammed Abdul Wasi Rabbani) application for admission in St.
Gabriel school Fatima Nagar was not accepted there due to late submission.
We are staying in Hyderabad with our family members, but we never miss
any chance to visit the holy shrine of Hazrat Syed Shah Afzal Biabani R.
A. And Hazrat Syed Shah Sarwar Biabani R.A. At Kazipet Jagir on regular
basis.
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An event of the theft during the service of period of my grandfather at
Kazipet shrine

During the period of Syed Shah Ghulam Afzal Biyabani this event was
happening. At that time there was a grant of Rupees fifty towards the
salaries of the staff of Noban Khana (the place from where time is
announced by the beat of the drum) in which there were some staff
members used to work there and it was headed by the supervisor. By the
government of H.E.H.The Nizam of Hyderabad there was every month the
royal grant which was used to reach to the custodian of the Qazipet shrine
through the supervisor from the government treasury. From there it will
reach to the administrator of the estate and who will used to distribute the
amount of salaries to all concerned staff.
As per reference by Tufazal Hussain advocate that one month the
supervisor of Nobat Khana who was obtained the amount of Rupees fifty
towards the salaries from the Royal treasury office and he was fled to
Hyderabad. But in the shrine building the staff members were waiting for
him to receive their salaries from him and but at last they were able to know
that the supervisor was fled from Qazipet and he was reached to Hyderabad.
At that time the custodian of the shrine of Kazipet was in Hyderabad.
So the estate administrator Sheikh Dadan, who was grandfather of the
translator of this book was informed the details of this case to Tufazal
Hussain advocate and this event was mentioned by Syed Khaja Sadat
Hussain Biyabani in his Urdu book ‘Lemat Biyabani’ (This book was
already translated by me with the title of Biographyof Hazrat Syed Shah
Ghulam Afzal Biabani and has been posted by in the paperback and
electronic book formats on amazon.com) and he was mentioned the details
of this event on the pages 110-111 of his book and he was requested to take
action against the supervisor of the police department. In his reply Tufazal
Hussain advocate wrote him that as the custodian of the shrine is present in
Hyderabad and if we start action against him, so due to kindness if the
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culprit will be forgiven by him then it will be not proper in this matter to
initiate the case against him. So it is better to take the approval of the action
from the custodian of the shrine first so that it is proper to take further action
in this matter.
It was learnt by me that the estate administrator Sheikh Dadan was sent
the letters by the post to Hyderabad for the kind perusal of the shrine
custodian there.
The estate administrator Sheikh Dadan who is the grandfather of this
translator and in whose memory this event was especially translated from
the following book for the information of the readers of the International
Internet Libraries in U.S.A. especially for the readers of these two websites
as follows. www.calmeo.com and www.scribd.com
Upon this it was happened that supervisor of Nobat Khana after spending
of the amount was reached to see the custodian and he told him all details
in this matter and he requested him to forgive his mistake and he made loud
and cry in this matter and he requested him to allow him to join back in his
post.
It was learnt later that the custodian of the shrine was kept the supervisor at
his residence in Hyderabad for a period of three days. During that period
the letters of the Estate Administrator and the advocate was reaching for
him. Upon this he was given the travel expenses from Hyderabad to Kazipet
to the supervisor of the Nobat Khana and was sent him from Hyderabad to
Kazipet and he was given the instruction to the estate administrator which
is as follows.
“ That the supervisor was presented in his service and he ashamed of his
bad deed so he was forgiven his mistake in this matter.So you also forgive
him and allow him to join on his duty. Otherwise, he is poor person having
small children with him so they will become economically poor and will be
destroyed in this matter. Arrange the salary of Nobat Khana staff members
from another fund.”
So after some days the supervisor was coming back to Qazipet from
Hyderabad and he was allowed to join in his post as per order the custodian
of the shrine of Kazipet and the staff members of the Nobat Khana was paid
their salaries from the other fund by the administrator of the estate.
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Reference: from the Urdu book ‘Lemat Biyabani’
By Syed Khaja Sadat Hussain Biyabani

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Translated by
Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B.Com.
Translator ‘ Muslim Saints and Mystics’
(The Tadhkirah al-Awliya of Farid)

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In the last I request the readers of this article to pray for our grandmother
and grandfather for which the author will be obliged to them for their kind
help and cooperation in this matter.
I am also obliged to the unknown visitors of the graves of the my
grandfather and grandmother at the graveyard of Kazipet shrine for their
kind visits and placing of the flowers on the graves and for which I could
not forget this favour and attention so I will pray for them in this matter to
extend my heartfelt thanks in this matter.

Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B.Com.

Translator ‘ Muslim Saints and Mystics’
(The Tadhkirah al-Awliya of Farid)
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Dear Mr. Hafeez Sahib
Wa Alaykum Assalaam,

Jazakallah for your sincere time and efforts it is an impressive

contribution Indeed, it is a nice English Translation and will help us to
share with English speaking people. There are certain places need to be
updated in your translation. May Allah swt bless you with the spiritual
support of Hadrath Syed Jalaluddin Jamalul Bahar Mashooq Rabbani.
I believe we should enhance the compilation done by Hazrath Syed Aulia
Quadri RA around some 55 years ago-- there are other historical books
(should be available in A.P. Archaeology and State Central Library and
other libraries .I know some books such as Mishkat un Nubuwwah by
Hazarath Syed Ghulam Ali Shah R.A., Mahboob-zil-Menon - Tadkiray
Aulia Deccan page 248 and Tawariqul Auliya second part page 528.
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Insha Allah, Ali pasha will gather the information on Hadrat Mashooq
Allah R.A from above mentioned books and from other sources and we will
print a revised edition soon.
Once again, thank you and our heartfelt appreciation for your translation
work.
Wassalam.
Kind Regards,
Syed Jalal Quadri
5873 E Beverly Circle
Hanover Park IL 60133
Cell# 847-436-8535

In the loving memory of my mother

Mother you lived long and left us on 3rd November 2016

And showed us a life by drawing a good road map of life

You protected us since childhood till present time of life

So we cannot ignore you during our entire period of life

Your life was not at all dull in the wasteful ways

It was an example of the struggle for the happy life

Your determination was so great to fight the life

By such you have good benefits you have gained

You acted in the world, but also active in the religion

Your presence was a grace due to the kindness of God

After your demise, was a loss and damage in the house

Her name Akhter, she was a star of the luck in her life

Her life journey was ended in 6 days in the hospital

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Left on us an impression which cannot be removed

Oh God, you have been given a position in the world

Kindly bestow the mercy on her final resting place
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Anwar Hafeez
Email: hafeezanwar@yahoo.com
Translator ‘ Muslim Saints and Mystics’
(The Tadhkirah al-Awliya of Farid Al-din Attar

HASTH BAHIST in the TURKISH EDITION

Dear ALL
Good day

Please find the link.

www.idefix.com/ekitap/hasth-bahist

Regards
Anwar Hafeez
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Tazkira Mashaikh-e-Banaras
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Mausoleum of Hazrat Khaja Moinuddin Chisti

Translated by
HAFEEZ ANWAR
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In the praise of Sultan Hind Hazrat Khaja Moinuddin Chisti

First, I kindly request for your help with my new books

Especially for the old book Tazkira Mashaikh-e-Banaras

Kindly bestow your attention and help in this matter

So that this book can shine in the world like a sky star

He is famous and known all over the world as Sultan Hind

He was a pioneer preacher came first and conquered India

He was popular in the subcontinent as helper of poor persons

But he is renown with all kings and poor people for his help

His title is famous in the world as a helper of the poor persons

For 800 years, his tomb has been known to help for the poor

There is such grace in his place and it is not found in anywhere

Hafeez, who is an old admirer of Khaja Sahib since a longer time

Hafeez gone in his mausoleum and got Hasth Baisht from there
The book Anis Arwa is the first book was translated by Hafeez

The above great Persian book is now in the top Amazon books
If you are reading then you cannot leave it without finishing it

In it, there are many discourses which made the book renown
So it is a heritage Persian book about preaching mission in India

There are many books of Khaja Sahib and all are well-known
But his audiobook ‘Israr e Haqiqi’ which surpassed all records

Hafeez is the slave of Khaja Sahib who translated Hasith Bahist

And in all these 8 books details of his teaching are available

By
Hafeez Anwar
Hyderabad, India
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Preface

In this book translation of biographical details of the Urdu edition of the book,
MUSLIM SAINTS OF THE NORTH INDIA are added by me upon its translation
into the English edition and this book is written by Abdus Salam Nomani and who
wrote this book in the Urdu language and I have translated this book of the most
ancient and celebrated Persian book about Sufi’ism into the English language will,
I hope, be found useful not only by the number of students familiar with the subject
at first hand but also by many readers.

These details have been translated by me into English language from the above
old book of the Urdu language and in which there are available some great
achievements, as well as the commands and teaching of the students of the mystic
way by Muslim Saints of the North India and which are not yet known to the general
and special persons, are added in this book and which are available in a very
interesting style so for this reason, the readers will find great interest and attention
in this matter. Due to the above facts and details, if the readers will start reading its
first page of the book and will not stop reading till they will reach this book’s last
page as some interesting events and as well as other great miracles and endeavours
of Muslim Saints of the North India is added in this book and these holy saints who
were passed away from the world many centuries and years ago.
Even though this is a small book, but due to its importance, it is so great due to the
coverage of many interesting events and positive information so it is like an ocean
of knowledge and information of Tazkira Mashaikhs of North India who were
passed away from the world upon doing their great endeavours and many hard tasks
for the teaching and propagation of the Islamic religion and the work of Islam and
which they have done in the area north India so this book is a great book and it will
present the ocean of knowledge for the guidance of people towards the right path of
Islam.

To write about these great saints and great spiritual masters is not only it is difficult
and but it is a very hard task. In Tazkira Mashaikh-e-North India in which there were
not only added biographies of great pious personalities of their time in the North
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India and who were also a great and famous spiritual masters so, in brief, they were
great holy persons of Allah of their time in the North Indian region.
For a long time, they were engaged in religious discourses, sermons, and spiritual
training of the people and they did also many great endeavours for the preaching and
propagation work of Islam in the North India and around this region and also there
was no such personality during his time in the world.

As in these books of the biographies of the holy saints are very short in length so
for this reason, the translator’s biography is added as per the requirement of the
length of pages of the book.
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1. Tazkira Mashaikh-e-Banaras

Fifth century

1.Hazrat Malik Syed Fakheruddin Shaheed Alwai

He has arrived in Banaras along with the group of the persons who were doing the
work of the propagation of the Islamic religion and who were added in the caravan
of Hazrat Syed Salar Masood Ghazi. And along with Hazrat Malik Afzal Alwai who
also came to Banaras. And his tomb is near the tomb of Hazrat Malik Syed at some
distance in the locality of Salarpur.
The garden of Banaras which was the first time become the bed of tulip by the
soldiers of Islam, in which included Hazrat Malik Afzal Alwai and Syed Hazrat
Malik Syed Fakheruddin Shaheed Alawai and so for this reason their position and
status is great in Banaras in this matter. And these two persons who came to Banaras
as soldiers of Islam and who have fought in Banaras for the cause of Islamic
propagation there.
This caravan of Islam who came to Banaras at the beginning of the fifth century
as per the writing of the author of the book Ganj Arshadi.
The construction of the compound of his tomb is in the adjacent mosque, which
was constructed there during the time of the Sultan Feroz Shah of the Delhi Kingdom
and by his local ruler of Banaras Ziauddin. And its details are recorded in the book
Asar Banaras.
His annual Urs (death anniversary) will be celebrated on the 14th Jamad Thani
every year and in which there will find a large number of visitors.
Around his tomb, there are found a large number of the graves of the martyrs.
And from which there will be able to know that in his caravan there were large
numbers of the Islamic soldiers who fought in Banaras and these details of the battles
which are added in the book of Asar Banaras.

2.Hazrat Khaja Naim Ahmed Kabuli

His native place was Kabul in Afghanistan and from where he went to Ajmer. And
he went into the service of the Hazrat Khaja Moinuddin Chisti. And he was blessed
with the company of the Hazrat Khaja Moinuddin Chisti. On the 6th Safar in the
year 556 Hegira on Wednesday at the time of Asar time Hazrat Khaja Moinuddin
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Chisti was awarded his caliphate and has sent him to Banaras as per Swahne and
Malfuzat Hazrat Khaja Moinuddin Chisti on page 54 printed by Azad Press Delhi.
He stayed in Banaras for a period of 31 years there. He has benefitted very much
the mankind here. It is regretted that the complete biographical details could not be
available in the records otherwise it would have been added in this book.
He has died on 5th Muharram in year 597 Hegira. He has died in the locality of
Ghazipura which is near Bada Bazar in Banaras. His grave is famous even today for
the fulfillment of desires and wishes of the persons who visit his grave. And his Urs
(death anniversary) which is celebrated on the 7th Muharram every year.
The tomb is situated in the compound and there is one mosque adjacent to the tomb.
And under which there is one underground cell for Chilla (Chilla (Persian: ‫چله‬,
Arabic: ‫أربعين‬, both literally "forty") is a spiritual practice of penance and solitude
in Sufism is known mostly in Indian and Persian traditions.) purpose and which is
required to be visited there.

Sixth century

3.Hazrat Mir Arifin

He belongs to the perfect category and who was a holy person of the connection
in the sixth century. It is very regretted that his grave of the light is not famous. But
this sincere person and the compiler of the book’s father who was Hazrat Moulana
Mufti Mohammed Ibrahim, who used to visit his grave for a long period of time on
a regular basis. And he as per instruction of his spiritual master Moulana Shah Zia
Al-Hasan Bhopali who started celebrating the annual death anniversary on the 10th
Rajab every year. And which continues till this time. In which large of the people
who used to attend this ceremony. His grave is situated in the locality of Pathani
Tola and is near Imam Bada of Mir Ghora at the higher ground level. And his grave
which was named as per his name. And the tomb is grand under the flat-roofed
building and which is in deplorable condition at the present time.
During the year 1339 Hegira my father who has constructed one mosque adjacent
to the tomb, but which was demolished during the present time.

4. Hazrat Maqdum Tajuddin

His mausoleum is situated at the back side of the Eidgah of Banaras and which
is well known and famous with the name of Maqdum Shah. He was among the caliph
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of Hazrat Sharafuddin Ahmed Yahiah Muniri. When he has got caliphate then he
was settled down in Banaras and began enriching mankind by his favour and
benediction.
There will be holding his annual death anniversary on the 7th Safar month every
year. His brief book of the Malfuzat Muniri in which brief biographical details are
found. But his life biographical details are not found.

5. Hazrat Moulana Shaikh Abdalla Banarasi

His genealogical link connected with Hazrat Abu Baker Siddiq (R.A.). Hazrat
Maqdum belongs to the caliphate of Hazrat Syed Asharaf Samnani and as per his
order, he has arrived in Banaras from Kutch. In the book Latif Ashrafi, his brief
biographical details and qualities are available and some details are as follows.
He was the leader of the persons of the knowledge. And he belongs to the lineage
of Hazrat Abu Baker Siddiq R.A. And he belongs to the persons of the eloquence of
his time. He was a great caliph of Hazrat Syed Ashraf Samani as per print by Nusrat
Press, Delhi in the year 1297 Hegira

His grave which could not be found upon much try and endeavours in this matter.

6. Hazrat Moulana Saeed Banarsi

Hazrat Maqdum who was among the famous caliphates of Hazrat Syed Asharaf
Samnani but his real biographical details could not be found. His tomb is famous by
his name and which is situated near the side of the Jalalpura railway line.

8th century

7. Hazrat Shah Noor Mohammed

His well-known tomb in situated at Shaker water tank. Hazrat Abdul Hameed
Faridi Panipati who has started his annual death anniversary celebration. And who
has constructed one shrine building adjacent to his tomb but his biographical details
which were not found at any place. But it was known orally that he has arrived in
Banaras during the rule of King Jehangir. He was a pledge in the chain of Madaria
of Hazrat Rafiuddin.
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8. Hazrat Moulana Shaikh Musa Firdousi

He was a person of connection and who belongs to the 9th century. He belongs to
the period of the Hazrat Shaikh Haji Chirag Hind and Hazrat Shaikh Badiuddin. He
has also got benefits in the company of the above two holy persons.

He was pledged in the linage of the Firdousia chain. And so, for this reason, he
was well known and become famous as Firdousi in this matter. His father Moulana
Shaikh Azizallah Yemeni who has arrived in India from Yemen and who has pledged
on the hands of his father Shaikh Ahmed. And who has pledged on the hands of his
father Shaikh Shihabuddin Yemeni.
His grandfather Shaikh Mohammed Yemeni who has got the company of the many
Mashaik (shaikh) persons of his time. At last, he went into the service of Shaikh
Shihabuddin Suherwardi and he has got a saintly dress from him.
His father died when he was ten years old. So for this reason he used to visit the
grave of his father on a daily basis. During his lifetime his father has advised him to
go Dar Al- Marafat Bihar. So as per this instruction, he has blessed to wear saintly
dress by the hand of Shaikh Sharafuddin Ahmed Yahiah Muniri. And then he has
returned back to his native place.
During his stay there he has acquired knowledge of Allah as well as the knowledge
of the innermost and knowledge of the manifest. Upon his return back to his native
place he has started the study circle of teaching and in which he used to teach the
knowledge of the Quran as well as other different kinds of knowledge as per the
handwritten manuscript Goharistan as per reference no. 3 of Marif volume 77 and
as per reference of the handwritten manuscript Manaib Arifin page 101 to 104.
Among his famous disciples, one holy person of Banaras Shaikh Mubarak
Banarasi was there and for his ability of the heart he used to praise him very much
in this matter. There are a large number of the Malfuzat (sayings) of Shaikh Musa.
He was died on 23 Zeqad in the year 1009 Hegira at the time of Fajar prayer. And
his grave is situated in the locality of Chatanpura on the upper side of the water tank
on the eastern side on the higher ground level. He was well known among the general
public as Fardu Baba. At the head side of the grave on the stone, some couplets are
inscribed in the Persian. And but now it is not readable.

9th century
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9. Shaikh of the Islam Khaja Mubarak

He belongs to the 9th-century holy person of revelation and miracles and he was
among good genealogy record holy persons. He has completed the knowledge of
manifest in the service of Hazrat Shaikh Musa.
During the period of his studies this event which was happening that Mir Ismail
Qandhari came from his native country in his service and he has presented to him
one piece of cover cloth of the Kaba in Makkah. And he has told him that “This gift
is in the compliance of the glad tidings which has been informed to him by the
prophet of Allah. And who said to him “ Ismail takes this holy cover cloth of the
Kaba to Banaras and to give in the service of Shaikh Mubarak. Because he is among
such persons and before him Allah has presented all his things like in the exemplary
shape for his approval. But he did not look upon all such things. Hazrat Khaja
Mubarak has put on his head the holy cover cloth and he has said to him that “This
is your good presumption and favour only. Otherwise this poor person
who is not eligible in this matter.”
During his time of studies, he saw the last prophet of Allah in his dream. The
model of mystic persons Hazrat Shaikh Mustafa Jaunpuri and who has mentioned in
his magazine that “ Hazrat Khaja Mubarak who has a higher level of status and
position during his time. During his beginning time, he was engaged in the service
of the teaching. After obtaining the knowledge of manifest then he was engaged in
the mystic way. And he has studied many books of mysticism. He has spent his life
days in the mystical exercise and endeavours. The following event which has
happened after the time of his graduation.
One day what he has seen in his dream that all Mashaiq (shaikhs) and religious
leaders of Banaras who were leaving from Banaras in the large numbers. Upon
asking them it was known that they were going to welcome the last prophet of Allah.
Hazrat Mubarak also accompanies with them and moving there. At last, they have
blessed to visit the last prophet of Allah. After that when he was standing from there
then at that time there was heard loud and cry that Hazrat Ba-Yazid Bustami was
coming there. So when he went there and he has found Hazrat Khaja Mohammed
Eisa Jaunpuri. And he has met him. And it was known that he was Ba Yazid of his
time. Hazrat Khwaja Mubarak who has the desire to meet Hazrat Khaja Mohamed
Eisa Jaunpuri and he has invisible devotion with him in this matter. This is the first
movement of benediction for him which he has got in his dream. Then as per
instruction he has made ablution and was prayed two Rakats of prayers. And after
that, he has prayed the prayer of divine help. After his repentance, Hazrat has put the
turban on his head. And asked him to go. When he was waking up from his dream
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then Khaja Mubarak who he has found a turban on his head and all the parts of his
body which were wet.
After his dream his devotion to him which was increased very much. With one
aim and power, he has gone towards Jaunpur. And he was entered into his devotion
there. After teaching and instruction, Hazrat has appointed him as his caliph and sent
him to Banaras for the purpose of reformation and teaching of mankind.
The tomb of Hazrat Khaja Mohammed Eisa is situated in Jaunpur and is famous
and well known there. And he died in the year 875 Hegira. He has kicked out the
treasures of the world. Many great kings who have got the blessing of the visit of his
door. One time Sultan Ibrahim Malik Sharaq of Janupur who has sent to him some
gifts in his service. And he has returned back the gift with the couplet in Persian
language and its translation and interpretated as follows.
“ I will not give my rag dress in place of the satin of the kings and I have with me
the grief of the poverty for the sake of King Sulaiman.”
One day he went with the intention to visit his spiritual master then he told him
that” There is coming sweet smell.” When he has reached near him then he has said
that “Brother congratulation you are having a sweet smell.” And from that day
onward he became famous and well known with the title of Sondu.
After returning back to Banaras he was engaged in the worship of Allah. Upon
hearing his holiness all the city people were rushing toward him. And a large number
of the people were benefited by him in this matter.
He has spent all his life in hunger and starvation. And never accepted gifts. If any
sincere person who will send him something then, in that case, he will eat something
then all the things he used to be distributed among the persons in the audience. He
will not come out of his loneliness.
He has died on 10th Shawwal and every year his annual death anniversary is
celebrated.
In the locality of Bhadan near the Kashi station his tomb is situated and the mosque
is situated in the compound area. And which was constructed by Shaikh Enayat
Allah and who was the disciple of Khaja Shaikh Taher in the year 1072 Hegira. In
the arch of the mosque, there is available one inscription in which there are details
of the construction of the tomb and mosque in the Persian language.
The tomb and mosque are not situated on the public road. For this reason, the
visitors could not reach there in a public way. At the time of the annual death
anniversary celebration, there will be a gathering of a large number of the people
there.
There are a large number of his caliphs and among them, his special caliph is
Hazrat Bandagi Shaikh Farid and who got many benefits in his company. And then
afterward he has got a higher status and position. The second caliph is Bandagi
Shaikh Sad Allah. And the third caliph is Shaikh Budh Haqqani Jaunpuri and his
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tomb is situated in Jaunpur.In the service of Hazrat Taj Jaunpuri, he has studied the
book Arif Marif and he has obtained the knowledge of the innermost. And he has
got title Haqqani. After that, he was reached Banaras and he has obtained a caliphate.
And in the knowledge of self-evident truths, he was a unique holy person of time.
He was died on 28th Safar as per reference to the book Ganj Arshadi page 989. And
his fourth caliph is Hazrat Shah Hasan Banarsi.

10.Hazrat Shaikh Islam Bandagi Farid

His genealogy link is connected with Hazrat Umar Bin Qattab R.A. So, for this
reason, he belongs to the generation of Farooqui. His ancestor Hazrat Shaikh Khalil
Farooqui who came from Velayat and he was settled down in the village Bhatri in
the district Ghazipur. So, for this reason, he was born in this place. He was buried
by Hazrat Khalil Farooqui in his land.
His father’s name was Shaik Qutub and he was married with the daughter of
Shaikh of time Shaikh Noor. And from her two sons Shaikh Farid Qutub and
Bandagi Shaikh Dawud who were born to her. When Bendagi Shaikh Farid was
born then he was taken by his father in the service of Shaikh Noor. Upon seeing him
Shaikh Noor has given him the glad tiding of the height of status of him. And he
stood to give him respect at that time. When Shaikh Bandagi and Shaikh Farid who
were becoming adults than at that time they have reached Banaras for acquiring of
knowledge there. At that time Shaikh Firdous was famous and well known in
Banaras. His attraction of innermost which brought them in service to get
benediction in this matter. When Hazrat Farid was seen first Shaikh Firdouse then
he has said that “Come on Farid Thani come on.” He has welcomed with much
respect and honour. He has brought two pieces of bread from the inside of the house
and given it to him. And after that, he was told that “The completion of the
knowledge of innermost and manifest of the two brothers which will be on the fate
by my brother Khaja Mubarak. And by the one person he has sent to them to the
shrine of Hazrat Khaja Mubarak. Upon reaching in that court Hazrat Shaikh Faird
who has completed the knowledge of innermost and manifest there.
When the last time of Hazrat Mubarak came then he has called his closed disciple
Hazrat Sad Allah but who did not come to see him at that time. And Hazrat Bandagri
Farid was present at that time so Bandagi Farid has got all graces from him for this
reason. He also had the grace of the caliphate from him. After that Bandagi Shaikh
Sad Allah came thereafter Fajar prayer and when he has seen the condition there
than he was fallen on his foot for this reason. And was shown his uneasiness in this
matter. Hazrat told him that “Whatever which was approved by Allah which was
happening so do not show uneasiness. And you have also graced and elegance with
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you so keep your heart in happy condition”.Then Hazrat said that “There are
available grace of Sad Allah with Sad Allah and the graces of Farid which will be
available to him till the day of the judgment.” So, for this reason, his glad tidings
which were proved correct word by world and Shaikh Farid's graces and chain of
his devotion are found still at the present time.
In the look of Hazrat Khaja Mubarak, there was much value of him as such that
despite of his own brother Shaikh Budhan and who was perfect in the knowledge of
piety at that time but he has made him as his successor for this reason.
In the beginning stage of his life, he was engaged in severe hard mystical exercise
and endeavours. During his program of tour and traveling, he has visited many holy
places as well as he has also visited Makkah for many times.
His mausoleum is situated in the locality of Madanpur adjacent to Faridpura in
the inside of one mosque. And this locality is well known with his name. His (Urs)
annual death anniversary which is held every year on 14th Shawwal. He has three
sons as follows.

1.Miya Shaikh Mohiuddin.

He was reading of books of current time by his father and he has been engaged in
the work of the teaching and instruction. He was perfect in peace-loving and piety.
He has visited Makkah along with his father many times and he has many sons with
him. His grave is situated in Mohiuddinpur village and which is at some distance of
the Banaras. And his sons were also buried there.

2. Shaikh Abulais.
He has not completed the knowledge of manifest. He has much interest in Sama
and ecstasy. Many times during the time of the Sama meeting he has observed many
strange events. He was buried on the platform of the grave of his father in Bhadun
village.
3. Miya Shaikh Habib Allah.
He has worn the saintly dress of the caliphate. He has got much affection for his
father. Upon obtaining the knowledge of innermost and manifest he has become a
perfection of revelation and mediation. He has gone with the intention of Hajj
pilgrimage, but on the way, European merchants who have drowned him in the
seawater and he has died. He has two sons as follows.
1. Miya Shaik Chand and who is his elder son and has got the saintly dress of the
caliphate
2.Miya Taher.
The Caliphs of the Shaik Farid.
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1.Miya Shaik Chand and who is his elder son who was a great learned man,
Muhadith (a scholar of the tradition of the prophet). And he was a person of
condition.
2. Hazrat Shah Hasan Banarsi and his details are mentioned in the next pages.
3. Hazrat Syed Budh Hussaini, during the rule of the Sultan Sher Shah of Delhi many
Afghani persons has become his disciples.
4. Hazrat Miya Shaikh Lad who was engaged in Jaunpur in the service of mankind
and he has died there.
5. Hazrat Khaja Mubarak Muhadith Faroqi. He was a great learned person as well
as Muhadith (scholar of the tradition of the prophet) of his time. And he was getting
the certificate from the great sheikh.
In the famous book of Hadith Masharif Anwar in which he has arranged Hadiths
in this book in a special way and renamed the book Madaraj Akhbar. Sultan Sher
Shah of the Delhi Kingdom who used to found in his company usually. His sons
were found in Banaras and Jaunpur.

11. Hazrat Shah Hasan Dawud Banarsi

He was a well known and famous person of his time and among a learned person
of Banaras. The chain of devotion which was reached to the lineage of the Chistia
chain through his uncle Bandagi Farid. And he got caliphate from him. The
knowledge of manifest as well as books of knowledge of current time which he has
finished by living in the service of his uncle and then he has was engaged in the
teaching and instruction. He was written books. So in this matter, he has written one
magazine of Saraf Nahu. He has written another magazine of Marqub Talibin and
which based on the instructions of Malik Ulema.
When his interest in teaching and instruction was cooled down by him then in
the helplessness condition he has put the books in the window and then he was
engaged towards Allah. He has done mystical exercises and endeavors with hard
work. He used to open the fasting with dry bread on a daily basis.
His father Bandagi Shaikh Dawud who has constructed one room near the joining
place of river Ganga and Barna in the remains of the fort of Raja Barnar and in which
he has lived for a long period of time but seven years before his death he has
constructed one room in Alwipura and in Alwaipura there are many graves of the
martyrs. And for this reason, he has a conversation with the souls of the martyrs
usually in that place. There will be a revelation of the details of the graves upon him.
There will be such his condition of engrossment that upon hearing the prayer call
then he will become unconscious. And upon praying then he will be gone again in
the condition of the engrossment. In such of his condition, there was the desire in his
heart to visit Makkah and Madina. And he left his place. But there was an attack on
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his boat by the European robbers. And his boat drowned in the seawater. So in this
way, he got the position of the martyr. This event which was happening to 4th Jamadi
Awwal in the year 900 Hegira and at that time he was 50 years old. The people who
said that on the day when he was drowned at the time of Zuhar prayer when he has
lifted the prayer mat and from inside of it he has found Hazrat Hasan Dawud’s comb
and beads. And upon seeing it there came tearing in his eyes due to reason of
separation. Then he said that “The leader left from the world at this time .” After
some years Hazrat Shah Ismail Banarsi was with him in his journey and who came
to Banaras. And he has explained the complete details of his martyrdom and he has
also informed the date of his martyrdom. And which was explained by Bandagi Farid
by revelation.
He has left behind him three sons and details are as follows.
1.Hazrat Bandagi Masood. 2.Hazrat Shaikh Moinuddin. 3. Hazrat Shaikh
Naseeruddin.

12. Hazrat Bandagi Masood

He was young during the lifetime of his father. So, for this reason, he could not
able to get a caliphate and devotion from him. Hazrat Bandagi Farid who has added
him in his circle of devotion upon decoration him in the knowledge of innermost and
manifest. After that, he was living a period of two years in the service of Hazrat Shah
Abdul Aziz Jaunpuri Delhi. And Hazrat found him in the complete status and
position. So, for this reason, he has given him permission and his caliphate. And he
has advised him endeavor and recitals of the chain of Chistiya. Then he has worn his
saintly dress by his hands and send him back to Banaras. He was settled down in
Mandwa Deh and he has constructed one room and lived in solitude corner and
where he used to perform endeavors and deeds with much promptness on a regular
basis.
In the last days of his life, he has called by the one-time Shaikh of time Maqdum
Shah Tayyeb Banarsi. But he did not present in his presence at that time. Hazrat
Bandagi Masood said with regret that “There was the desire of this fakir by heart
that whatever this fakir person which has got from holy persons which I want to hand
over that to my son in this matter.” After this event subsequently later at some hours
his lovely soul which has reached in the court of Allah. There were not found details
of the date and year of his death.
His final resting place is situated in the Mandwa Deh garden.
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13 Hazrat Shaikh Moinuddin

He was a pledge at the hands of his elder brother Bandagi Masood, then he was
settled own in Mandwa Deh. His elder son’s name is Hazrat Tayyeb Ansar Banarsi.
And he has died at the age of 30 years. His holy grave is situated in Mandwa Deh
near the water tank in the compound area. And generally, it is known in the village
like a big shrine building.

14. Hazrat Shaikh Naseeruddin

He was the younger brother of Bandagi Masood and he died during his youth
period. He has no male sons with him. His grave is situated in Mandwa Deh in the
compound of the big shrine building.
Hazrat Shah Yasin, who has compiled the book Munaqib Arifin and in which he
has mentioned that Hazrat Bandagi Shah Hasan has no caliphate except Hazrat
Shaikh Naseeruddin. And its lineage is still continued.

Tenth century

15.Hazrat Shaikh Danial Banarsi

He was among great learned persons of status and position. He used to be engaged
in the night worship. He was very strong. He was given a large number of benefits
to mankind in the Banaras area for a long period of time and all city people who
were his devotees due to his saintliness. The author of the book Bahar Zaqqar who
has written from the reference in the book Tuhfatal Abar that he was the caliph of
Sultan Shaikh Mahmood and his chain of devotion with some sources which will
reach to Hazrat Sadur Sadoor. The chain of Sader Jehan which will connect with
Syed Jalal Bukhari who was the caliph of Hazrat Qutub Almadar. He was also
getting caliphate from Hazrat Syed Tayyeb Zafarabadi. The author of the
book Bahar Zaqqar has written as follows.
“That Hazrat Shaikh Mahmood Qalandar who was the ancestor of the author of
the Bahar Zaqqar who has got the saintly dress from Hazrat Syed Tayyeb.”
He died on 19th Jamad Thani in the year 1015 Hegira. Taqiuddin Haider wrote in
book Nufqat Amberia on page number 110 that “His grave is situated in the old Raj
Ghat Fort of Banaras in the western direction.
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16. Hazrat Khaja Noor Uddin Mohammed

He has seemed like a great pious person of the connection and Allah knows in
this matter. His grave is situated in the locality of Qazaqpura adjacent to Lat Bhiru
in the size of 4.5 feet in the length x 2.5 feet width and also it high to the same extent.
On the grave, there was found one inscription of the date of the death which is
found there and but it is in deplorable condition and there is missing half couplet on
it. However, it is known from this inscription that he died in the year 977 Hegira.

17. Hazrat Haji Shaikh Arzani

His lineage is connected with the second caliph of Hazrat Umar Farooq (R.A.) and
he was a great holy person. He has visited Makkah and his grandfather Khaja
Mubarak Arzani who was Muhadith ( a scholar of the tradition of the prophet) and
whose some details have been mentioned above.
He has died in the 980 Hegira and his ancestors who came from Rahatak and who
were settled down in Bakhara village. This village is situated in the southern side of
Banaras at the bank of river Ganga.

11th Century

18. Hazrat Maqdum Shah Tayyeb Farooqi Banarasi

His genealogical link is connected with Hazrat Umar Farooq (R.A.) and his
ancestor Hazrat Velayat who has come to India from the Arab country and he was
settled down in the surrounding area of Ghazipur. In the surrounding area of
Ghazipur, his many sons were born there and they were going to different places.
The two grandsons of Hazrat Khalil Farooqi Shaikh Farid and Shaikh Dawud who
came to Banaras for acquiring the knowledge. And as per instruction of the spiritual
master they have married and in the surrounding area of the Banaras and chain of
his sons which was spread there. Hazrat Maqdum Shah Tayyeb who belongs to the
sons of the Hazrat Dawud Ibn Shaikh Moinuddin Ibn Hazrat Shah Hasan Dawud ibn
Shaikh Dawud and Hazrat Shaikh Moinuddin who was died when his son who was
ten years old. His mother was living but who was brought up by his aunty. At that
time he was reading the Quran. After reading the Quran and some books of Persian
then for some days he went to the school of Miya Shaikh Nizamuddin and where he
has studied the book of Saraf and Nahu. During the education of his time, the teacher
used to like his style of study in the school very much. And there was his favour and
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attention towards him. He used to say usually that from this boy there is coming off
the smell of the leadership very much. The world will get a share from his favour
and this family will get enlightened by the light of the personality of this boy. After
studying here then he has gone to Jaunpur in the service of Hazrat Noor Allah Harvi
and where he was studying Sharah Waqia, Husami and some other books of Mani
(spiritual).
He used to like very much loneliness but as per the advice of some men of the
rights, he was married. During his stay of one year in Jaunpur, Moulana Khaja Kalan
who came there and with him Khaja Tajuddin Jhansi (who was the caliph of Moulana
Kalan). Hazrat Maqudm has much devotion to him during his time of education. On
this meeting, there was shown his devotion. So, for this reason, Moulana Khaja
Kalan who added him in his chain due to his pious condition and also he was given
him permission in this matter.
Hazrat Shah Yasin Banarasi caliph of Hazrat Maqdum Shah Tayyeb Banarasi
author of Manaqab Arifin who was present in the meeting by chance. During the
conversation time, Hazrat Maqdum began saying of his conditions and he has said
that “There was his long-standing desire that to have caliphate from the caliph of
Hazrat Shah Hasan. So he has got this benediction of the caliphate from Hazrat
Moulana Khaja Kalan and who was the caliph of Hazrat Shah Hasan Banarsi.” And
after this heart of the fakir which disgusted with the world. Afterward, he was passed
away the harder stages of mystical exercises. And due to tightness of economical
condition, he was in the service of the rulers of the Banaras. But he did not like this
and afterward he has left the employment. And by leaving all attention of the world
and then upon him there was prevailed condition of madness and insanity. As per
schedule, he used to be busy in the worship of Allah. He used to read the holy Quran
very much. He usually used to sit in the garden and in the corner places. At that time
among his friends who were decided for the visit to Makkah. So when he was heard
this then he was becoming uneasy and disturbed in this matter. At that time there
was a revelation to him suddenly and in which it was told to him that still, you are
not eligible for it. And it was told to him that first go in the service of the spiritual
master and get mystic knowledge. And after this, he got benediction of this holy
journey. So he was taken with permission from his mother and aunty and he went
to Shaikpura (Jhansi). As per the custom of the army, he went with the arms on the
horse in the service of Hazrat Moulana Khaja Kalan. He was not aware of the method
of abstraction and so, for this reason, Moulana who was guessed by manifest that he
has on the journey for the intention of the employment. Then after this, he has
explained his details before Moulana. So Moulana consoled and comfort him in this
matter by chance there was living there Moulana’s caliph Hazrat Tajuddin. He has
much devotion to him. So, for this reason, there was a desire for him to get favour
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from both these holy persons there. So upon getting favour from them he has
returned back to Banaras after some time.

His chain of devotion and caliphate details are as follows.

Hazrat Maqdum Tayyeb Banarsi from Shaikh Tajuddin Jhansi from Moulana
Khaja Kalan from Hazrat Shah Hasan Banarsi from Shaikh and uncle Hazrat
Bandagi Shaikh Farid Banarsi Qutub of Banaras from Shaikh Khaja Mubarak Sondu
Banarasi and from
Shaikh Hazrat Maqdum Mohammed Eisa Taj Jaunpuri from Hazrat Shaikh Fatah
Ali Awadhi from Hazrat Shaikh Saderuddin Tayyeb Dulha from Shaikh Hazrat
Naseeruddin Charaq Dehlawi from Shaikh Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya.
He has also obtained permission from Maqdum Tajuddin in the chain of
Suherwardia. The deeds and recital of Chistia he was obtained from Hazrat Moulana
Khaja Kalan. Endveaours of Quaderia he was obtained from Khaja Kalan. But he
could not get the saintly dress of Quaderia from his hand because he was left away
from the world soon.
Hazrat Maqdum Shah Tayyeb who has visited Delhi to meet his spiritual master
there. And he has gone into the service of Hazrat Abdul Haq Muhadith Dehlavi and
who was well known as the leader of the chain of Quaderia of his time. When
Maqdum Shah Tayyeb has found his chain as correct then he has worn a saintly dress
from him for this reason. At the age of 20 years, the passion of the demand for the
truth helped him in this matter. And as per instruction of the Hazrat Khaja Kalan, he
went in the service Hazrat Tajuddin and he was benefitted in this matter. And after
giving permission and completed training then he has said his goodbye for Banaras.
So he went to Mandwa Deh and he stayed there for some period of time. But his
heart and mind which was in the search of peace and loneliness. At the joining place
of river Ganga and Yamuna, he has constructed one room in the remains of the old
fort in which he was engaged in worship and mystical exercise. Upon seeing this
many of his servants who have also constructed their houses and began to live there
always in his service. He has named that place as Shariatabad. Still, there is one
village with this name which is found there but it is there on the other side of the
Barna river. In the starting period, he has an interest in Sama hearing but in his last
period of life, he has no interest in this matter. He used to say that now I should not
be heard Sama hearing because it has not left on its conditions and the time of bad
deeds and unfavorable conditions has come. As such that one day he has repented in
this matter. And he said that “Now I hear from Allah and there is no need of hearing
of the Qawwal (choristers)”.Still, there is the effect of the repentance of the Sama in
this lineage and so, for this reason, Sama is not heard and nobody did not hear
Qawwals (choristers) in this lineage.
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In Islamic law, he has the perfection of firmness and his action and deeds which
were as per the Sunnah (practice) of the prophet. In the chapter on command and
prohibition, he has such an influential person. In that place, there will much
innovation in the customs of marriages like Jalwa (bridal display) and beating of the
trumpets. He has tried his best to finish all such customs of innovations. In the
childhood period, the persons have found him reciting the following couplet and its
meaning and interpretation as as follows.
“ Oh, Allah if about in your personality and attributes all creations began thinking
then they will be in a helpless condition and will recognize that and will say oh Allah
still now we could not know about you nothing in this matter.”
He used to recite the above couplet and will weep so much so for this reason and
there will be tears in his eyes so in this way there were be daybreak.”
He has also fondness of writing of the books so he has compiled a big volume of
the book about the issues of the Islamic Law and Sufism and has been given its
name as Salwat Tayyabi. Moulana Reza Ali Banarsi in the year 1312 Hegira in many
of his many legal opinions has given the reference to the above book. So in his
book Fuoz Reza he has written the following lines as follows.
“ He was a learned person and having intimate knowledge of Allah and Islamic law
and research scholar.”
He used to perform Friday prayer usually in the mosque constructed by King
Akbar. One time orator who has mentioned the name of King Akbar. Due to passion,
he was going to ask to get down the orator from the pulpit. And told him why he is
mentioning the name of the infidel person in the sermon. By chance at that time,
there were present in the mosque Harat Moulana Khaja Kalal and Shaikh Tajuddin.
The City Qazi (judge) and who could not say anything in this matter due to his
horror. Those people came into service of both holy persons and said to them that “
We are employees of King Akbar and if the king will know about this event in this
matter then he will destroy our houses.”Moulana Khaja Kalan has advised Shaikh
Tayyeb that at the present time the king is an infidel person so he does not go to the
mosque of Akbar and he should perform the prayer in the mosque of the Mandwa
Dei.
Sometime before his death he performed ablution in the mosque in Mahapur
(Jhansi) in the courtyard. When there was called Allah Akbar ( God is great) then
his soul left from the body to meet his Lord in another world. This event which was
happening on the 7th Shawwal in the night on Monday in the year 1042 Hegira.
Bandagi Miya Sheikh Nasir who was himself an absolute caliph and who has
brought his dead body to Mandwa Dei from Banaras and he has buried him there.
The servants have mentioned the date of his death in the poetry. The famous sheikh
who has written many dates of his death and one of it as follows.
The date of his higher procession of the Aswadi
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Which is the place of magnificence in the empyrean

(1042 Hegira)
The platform of the grave which was constructed by disciples during the year of
his death. After that his special disciple Khaja Abdul Gafoor who has constructed
tomb over his grave. And Shaikh Tajuddin has written the date of the construction
as “Misla Janna.”
His tomb in Mandwa Dei which is famous even today for the fulfillment of desires
and wishes of the persons who visit his tomb. The compound of the tomb is very
wide. And in it, there is a grand mosque which was constructed by Sultan of India
Khaja Moinuddin Chisti of Ajmer in the year 1219 Hegira. And again its repair work
was done in the year 1305 Hegira. In the arch of the mosque, there is an inscription
which was fixed by Moulana Wakil Ahmed Skindarpuri as follows.

There were repairs of this mosque of the Moinuddin

So that it should be there for years for the Muslims

On the outside of the compound at the western side of the old water tank in another
compound, there is the final resting place of his father Shaikh Moinuddin is situated
there and is known as a big shrine building. And in the compound, there are available
graves of his family members.
There will be celebrated every year Urs (annual death anniversary) on the 7th
Shawwal which will be organized by the shrine of the Rasheedia in Jaunpur.
There were three caliphs of Hazrat Maqdum Tayyeb as follows.
1. Hazrat Shaikh Nasiruddin 2.Hazrat Bandagi Dewan Shaikh Abdul Rasheed
Jaunpuri and his grave is situated in a Rasheedabad graveyard in Jaunpur. And the
shrine building of Rasheedia was named on his name. 3. Hazrat Maqdum Shah Yasin
Banarsi who was the author of the book Munaqib Arifin

19. Hazrat Miya Shaikh Alam

He was the uncle of Hazrat Maqudm Shaikh Tayyeb. He used to spend his timings
in the obedience and worship of Allah. He was incomparable in the following.
1.The goodness of state and piety. 2. Mystical exercise and endeavours. 3. He was
incomparable in humility and courtesy.
There was his special practice with him that in the night time
in the Tahjud prayer, he used to wake up and take water for ablution by his hands
and he used to engage in the prayer and for this matter, he did not disturb anybody
in this matter.
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He was becoming a disciple by pledging at the hands of Hazrat Shaikh Tajuddin

Jhansi. And he was blessed to wear the saintly dress of the spiritual masters of the
chain of the Chistia. He was staying in Mandawa Dei but when Hazrat Shah Tayyeb
began living in Shariatabad then he was also shifted there.
He has even his uncle of Maqdum Shah Tayyeb but he used to have the devotion
to him by his heart very much and used to give him very much respect and honour.
At once Shaikh Maqdum in the condition of the overpowering who has asked him
to ask any of his wishes, then he has said that he wants to live in his service and then
left of the world. And you will present at my funeral. And Hazrat Maqdum has
accepted his desire in this matter. After a period of one year, his desire was fulfilled
and he has died when Hazrat Maqdum Shah presented at that time. And he died in
the year 1041 Hegira.
As per reference from the handwritten manuscript
Maqnab Arifin on page number 19 his grave is situated in Mandawa Dei and
attached with shrine built on the upper side of the strongly built of the water tank.
But the general persons are not aware of this matter.

20. Hazrat Shaikh Abdul Momin Kashmiri

His native place was in Kashmir. And from there he has reached to Banaras. He
was a seeker of his special mediation and companion of Hazrat Maqdum Tayyeb
Banarasi. He was a person of the miracles and higher position and status. First, he
was employed in the service of the king. Then afterward he went into the service of
Hazrat Maqdum Tayyeb Banarsi. He has passed away the stages of endeavours and
mystical exercise there. He has spent whole life in the following of the ancestors as
well as he was in the service of Hazrat Maqdum Tayyeb Banarsi.
He has died on 28 or 29 Zeqad at the time of Asar prayer in the year 1080 Hegira
and he was buried near the tomb of Hazrat Maqdum Tayyeb Banarsi in Mandawa
Dei.

21. Hazrat Khaja Mohammed Taher

Ibn Shaikh Chand Ibn Hafiz Habib Eldin ibn Hazrat BandagI Farid Banarsi. He
was among special disciples of Hazrat Maqdum Shah Tayyeb Banarsi. He has
constructed one room in Shariatbad in which he was engaged in the worship of Allah
for a long period of time. His grave is situated in the compound of the tomb of the
Hazrat Khaja Mubarak Sondh in Baddun. At the joining place of
of the two rivers of Ganga and Yamuna he has constructed one mosque and shrine
building and probably there is the grave of his father Shaikh Chand near the mosque.
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And famous among general persons as grave of Hazrat Chandan Shahid there. And
the above details are added in the article from the handwritten manuscript Manaqib
Arifin on page 19.

22A. Shaikh Hasan Banarsi

He was among special companions of Hazrat Maqdum Tayyeb Banarsi. He has

spent his whole in the following of spiritual masters. There was a rush of the people
towards him very much. After the death of Hazrat Maqdum Tayyeb, he has lived for
a period of 7 years. He died in the year 1049 Hegira. He was constructed one mosque
in Shariatabad and he was buried in the courtyard of that mosque as per reference of
hand manuscript Manaqab Arifin page number 21.

22B.Shaikh Hussain Banarasi

His younger brother’s name is Shaikh Hasan. These two brothers did not get direct
devotion from Hazrat Maqdum Tayyeb Banarsi but there were such faith and love
and which was more than devotion. But the saintly dress of the Chistia chain which
was worn to both brothers by Hazrat Maqdum Tayyeb Banarasi. His disciple
Moulana Rohaki and who was a great person of miracles and a scholar and a learned
person of his time. In his presence, there will be used to come to infidel persons to
study. And them due to his good excellence by entering into the fold of Islam. He
has spent his whole life in content and in the service of mankind. He was seen
popular among the general persons. He was inquirng about the methods of the
different Sufi chains. For a long period of time, he has kept his soul in the condition
of the imprisoned.
As per writing in the book Ganj Arshadi in which it was written that he was
buried in the old fort of Rajghat and I have visited his grave there as per reference
of handwritten manuscript page number 989.

23. Hazrat Maqdum Moulana Shah Yasin Banarsi

Among the persons who were trained by Maqdum Tayyeb Banarsi and among
them his personality is very important.
For a long period of time, he has lived in his service and he has obtained excellence
in this matter. He has obtained a caliphate from Hazrat Dewan Shaikh Abdul
Rasheed Jaunpuri.
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In the service of Hazrat Maqdum Tayyed Banarasi, he has obtained the

knowledge of manifest and also he has studied with him some parts of the book
Nuzhat Arwa. At the age of 15 years, he has studied books of Irshad and Kanzal
Daqaiq. After that his kind spiritual master has sent him to Jaunpur. Then he reached
in service of Hazrat Miyan Shaikh Afzal and Hazrat Dewan Shaikh Abdul Rasheed
Janunpuri. And he has studied the following books.
1.Books of Nahu (syntax).2.Mantaq (logic). 3 Fiqa (Islamic law) 4.Usool Fiqa
(Principles of Islamic law and some magazines of wisdom and he has lived in the
service of the holy persons for a period of 7-8 years and during this period he used
to come to Banaras to visit Hazrat Tayyeb Banarsi every year. And he used to get
favour and the benediction from him in this matter.
In the year 1040 Hegira in the last ten days of the Ramdhan month as per the order
of Hazrat Maqdum he was sat in Etekaf (retirement to the mosque for continued
prayer) and at that time he was 20 years old. On the Eid (festival) day he has given
him the saintly dress of the chain of the Chistia. And he instructed him many recitals
and endeavours. And he has given him permission of the chains of the Chitiya,
Quaderia, and Suherwardia.
There is his special book Manaqab Arifin which he has written in the year 1054
Hegira. In this book, he has mentioned the details of all holy persons of his chain
and starting from Maqdum Shah Tayyeb Banarsi to all spiritual masters and
disciples of all chains and learned persons of Chistiya and this book’s handwritten
manuscript which is found in ‘Jamia Azhar Banaras’ library which is damaged by
the insects.
He died in the year 1074 Hegira. The author of the book Bahra Zaqqar who has
mentioned that his grave is situated in Mandwa Dei. But Hazrat Moulana Shah Syed
Shahid Ali Sabzposh Ghorakpuri who has mentioned that his grave is in Jhansi
adjacent to Maqdum Shah Tajuddin and which is correct.

24. Hazrat Shah Abdul Rasool

He was among great pious persons of Banaras city. He has got a caliphate from
Hazrat Muja Qalandar Laherpuri and for mankind, in Banaras, he has benefitted
much for a long period of time. And he was died and but about his grave which is
not found. The above details are found in the book Nafqat Anberia on page number
165.

25. Hazrat Syed Ibrahim Owasi

He has a connection with Owasia's order with Hazrat Owaise. He was a great Sufi
and pious person of status in the 11th century. His grave is situated in the big mosque
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of Kamalpura and he was well known there as Syed Ibrahim Baba and on the stone,
his date of death is mentioned as 1109 Hegira. The above details are found in the
handwritten manuscript Bahar Zaqqar.

12th Century

26. Hazrat Mufti Shaikh Noor Allah Chisti Banarsi

And he was the son of Hussain Mufti Mohammedabadi Banarsi. And he was well
known learned person and famous Muslim Jurist and Islamic jurisprudence of his
time. He was Qazi of Banaras at the time of King Aurangzeb Alamgir. King Alamgir
used to take his advice in the affairs of the government. In Banaras the property
granted by King Aurangzeb in his name and which is well known. In Dara Nagar
Fawara mosque and to its adjacent the shrine building which was constructed by him
and remembers his name and which was constructed by King Almgair upon his
advice in the year 1066 Hegira. And all other details are available in the book Asar
Banaras.
His chain of the spiritualism which is connected by Hazrat Shaikh Mohammed
Rasheed Bin Mustafa Usmani Jaunpuri. And he was wearing the saintly dress by
Hazrat Shaikh Mohammed Irshad Bin Mohammed Rasheed Jaunpuri. In the
book Ganj Arshadi, his qualities are written.
Late Moulavi Abdul Hai in the book Nuhat Qatar in which he has mentioned
details about him that “He was learned person, Islamic jurist and the Sufi person of
the good condition.”
His son Moulana Hafiz Aman Allah Hussain who was a great learned person as
well as a well- known and famous author of the books in India. He died in the year
1104 Hegira. His tomb of the light which is situated in a grand flat-roofed building
in the Alwaipura on the backside of orphanage home Mazhar Uloom in the
southwestern corner side. The tomb of his son is also inside of the flat-roofed
building. In the next pages, the biographical details are recorded.

27. Hazrat Hafiz Aman Allah Husaini Banarsi

He was Son of Mufti Noor Allah and who the son of Shaikh Hussain Banarsi
and who belongs to well-known and famous learned and author of the books of India.
During the ruling period of King Aurangzeb there was found a large number of
learned persons and sheikhs.
The father of King Aurangzeb, King Shah Jehan when he will see all these learned
persons in Banaras, and in around Jaunpur and Ghazipur so he will be used to say
this area as a Shiraz city for this reason.
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Hafiz Aman Allah Banarsi who was a great learned person and his works of
philosophy and logic and religious branches of knowledge are well known. In a
mystic way and good terms he has a great position and status. So for this reason from
all corners of India the thirsty persons of India for knowledge and knowledge of God
who used to come in his service and get over their thirstiness. And whoever will sit
in his teaching circle than for this reason he will become the future leader of the
time and a great learned person. Like present-day dry circles of the Maulavi persons
in which there will be worthy of reliance on the teaching of the knowledge of the
manifest only but every learned person of his circle who will be a Sufi person of
attribute and who will have possession of spiritualism with him.
Hafiz Banarsi went to Lucknow and he was taken teaching from Mulla Qutub
Uddin Shalavi and other famous learned persons of the time who were found there
at that time. It is apparent that one who has trained in the circle of Mulla Qutubuddin
who will be sitting on the seat of the teaching of perfection. In the Farangi Mahal
institution he has completed his knowledge. And in Lucknow, he has accepted the
post of the chief justice as per the order of King Aurangzeb. As he has natural interest
and fondness of heart was there with him for the reading so for this purpose he has
established an institution of knowledge and spiritualism in Banaras. And this
excellence which was happening to Banars in India that the founder of the course
of the Nizamia teaching and a famous teacher of time Hazrat Mulla Nizamuddin
Farangi who was sitting before Hafiz Banarsi for learning purpose. And he has
acquired completed knowledge of the introduction with him. And in the book Masar
Alkaram he has written that “ After the martyrdom of his father the completion of
the knowledge of introduction which was done by Hafiz Aman Allah Banarsi and
Moulavi Qutubuddin Shamsabadi as per writing on page number 241.”
When Hafiz Banarsi who was Chief Justice of Lucknow then at that time India’s
famous learned person and author Mulla Muhiballah Bihari who was Qazi of
Lucknow at that time. Among both of them, there was used to be held a discussion
of the knowledge and dialectics as per the writing of the book Muslim Al-Subut by
Mulla Muhibllah Bihari in which there are many references of Hafiz Banarsi in the
book in many places. But there is no meaning of the dialectic of the present-day
learned persons who will have enmity among both of them in this matter. But among
both of them, there was a friendly and cordial relationship between them.
He has written many books but many of them were damaged by the passing of a
long time as well as changes of the time in this matter and only the book of Usool
Fiqa’s meaning and exegesis who has written in Arabic and its explanatory book
Mahkum Usul who has written by him and this book’s handwritten manuscript and
which was damaged by the insects. And which is available in my library and which
was written approximately 200 years before.
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He has written marginal notes on many Arabic and current books and which are
as follows.
1.Baizawi 2.Azadi 3.Talwih and but on the books Sharah Muqwif, Sharah
Hikmat Ain, Sharah Eiqad Jalali his marginal notes which are memorable. There
was the discussion between Mir Baqer Esterabadi and Mulla Mahmood Jaunpuri on
the problem of the newness of the atheism. Upon this discussion, he has written one
book about his decision based on the comparative study on this matter.
In the book of Duwani’s old and new edition, he has written marginal notes in
both of them. The famous book of the art of the dialectic which is known as Kitab
Rashida in this book he has also written the criticism.
In the last age, he went into the service of Hazrat Shah Khub Allah Allahabadi
and he was a pledge on his hands in the chain of Naqshibandia. And at the last stage
of his life he spent in the worship and mystical exercise sincerely.
He died in the year 1133 Hegira. He was buried at the side of his father Mufti
Noorallah. He has constructed his tomb during his life period and on its stone, it is
mentions the date of construction as 1096 Hegira.
His many males' sons who are still found living in the area.The property near the
mosque Fawara which belongs to the estate of his time and his sons who are found
at the present time and who are following the Shia sect system of the Islamic religion.
At the present mosque of Fawara and the shrine building of Mufti Noor Allah and
which is adjacent to the mosque and whose custodian is Farhat Hussain and who is
a professor in Queens College. There is an inscription on the shrine building showing
its construction year 1096 Hegira.

His tomb is in Alwaipura street at the side of Field road at the backside of the
new building of Mazhar Uloom orphanages in the corner of western south of the
grand flat-roofed building and in which his tomb is there on which there is the
inscription showing its year of construction as 1104 Hegira.

28. Moulana Shah Syed Mohammed Waris Rasulnuma

His name is Mohammed Waris and his title is known as Rasulnuma. And he
was Syed. And his lineage and genealogical record are as follows.

Moulana Syed Mohammed Waris Ibn Syed Qazi Enyat Allah Ibn Syed Habib
Allah Ibn Syed Abdul Raqib Ibn Syed Salem Ibn Syed Ladle Ibn Syed Mohammed
Maruf Ibn Syed Saluni Ibn Syed Sad Allah Ibn Syed Khuda Baksh Ibn Syed Yahiah
Ibn Syed Qutub
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Ibn Syed Amir Masood Amir Mulk Sadat Ghazi Ibn Syed Jalaluddin ibn Syed Abdul
Wahed Ibn Syed Abdul Hamid Ibn Syed Hasan Ibn Syed Sulaiman Ibn well known
as Kufar Shikan Ibn Syed Zaid Shaheed Ibn Syed Ahmed Zahed Swansi Ibn Syed
Hamza Ibn Syed Abu Ali Ibn Syed bin Syed Mohammed Tuqta Ibn Syed Arif Jalil
Ibn Syed Ahmed Tuqta Ibn Syed Missal Rasul Ibn Syed Ali Alkafi Ibn Syed Hussain
Thani Ibn Syed Mohammed Madni Ibn Syed Hasan Almuhaiz well known as Shah
Nasir Altarmazi Ibn Syed Musa Almuhaiz Ibn Syed Ali Sajjad Ibn Syed Hussain Ibn
Syed Hussain Asghar Ibn Syed Ali Zainal Abidin Ibn Imam Hussain Bin Ali murtaza
of Karbala.
He was born in the year 1087 Hegira. At the time of his birth, an astrologist told
that “The boy who is born will be second Hazrat Shaikh Abdul Quader Jilani of his
time.” The date of birth is available from the word “Khalifa Talrasul”.
His native is a Nonhra village in Ghazipur and which was the central place for
learned and shaikh persons of the time. During the rule of King Aurangzeb Alamgir,
his father was Qazi of Banaras. And for this reason, he used to stay in Banaras. And
even after the death of his father, he began living in Banaras. And after the death of
his father, he has accepted the post of Chief Justice of Banaras.
He was seven years old then from that time there was evident upon him the love
of the prophet of Allah. The students of his school who used to recite the poetry of
the love of the world but he used to say that he is beloved of the last prophet of
Allah and except him, there are no more with him. And from that age, he began the
practice of living in loneliness in the room after Asar prayer. And he used to live in
the room in solitude and while closing the door of the room from inside. In the
loneliness, he used to recite the poetry of love. And while weeping very much he
used to say that “ Oh prophet of Allah, I am your lover. And beloved who will give
happiness to the realization of the meeting of the lovers. The lovers who will be in
proud condition upon meeting with the beloved. It is bad luck that his luck is in
sleepy condition. There are no favours and kindness to me from your side. There
was his such condition as stated above for a period of two years in this matter. He
was in the condition of un-easiness as well as the fondness of the meeting with the
prophet of Allah. So, for this reason, he was blessed to see the magnificence of the
personality of the prophet. Hazrat Moulana who has seen the prophet of Allah by his
eyes of the innermost. And the prophet has consoled him in the matter and he has
told him that “Now you do not have any room of the complaint with you. If the
beloved who will make happy the lover then for this purpose I came to here to make
you happier in this matter.” When the prophet was leaving from there then at that
time Moulana has caught the edge of the shirt.
Then he said that “ Oh eager of the ardent persons where you are going.? Then
where and how there will be available your kissing of the foot?.” Then the prophet
told him by the kindness that “ Do not worry I will meet you daily.” So for this
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reason he used to have magnificent of the prophet by his eyes of the manifest on a
daily basis. So from that time, there was available to him his look of grace in his
eyes of manifest in this matter. There was much love and affection of the prophet
upon him. So, for this reason, he can have his look of grace on a daily basis for him.
But not only this, but he has some recitals and endeavours which were given to him
by the prophet. One day the prophet said that some places, there were a manifestation
and some attributes which were given these graces to the holy persons who were
living at the passing time. Now due to favour of Allah which were given again to
your lineage. Especially two things which were given by Allah to your chain in this
matter.1. The method of prayer of Maktubi and which is enough only to get
perfection of the intimate knowledge of God. The lucky persons who got the limit
of the position with the help of these two things and only by the reading of that Darud
(blessing of the Holy Prophet) or by the method to pray the prescribed prayer and
which will take the student to the final destination. After getting the look of the
prophet and reciting the blessing on the prophet on the prescribed method and its
increase and is more beneficial. It is the elixir to remove frenzy in this matter.
During his period of student life when his position was not known at that time to
anybody. Then the teacher asked to fill a fire bowl in his hookah so he has set the
right fire bowl and then he went to the courtyard to make it in the fresh condition
and the hookah which was made of up of the glass and he put it in the palm and
began to check the water level in it.But in this matter, it does not known that his eyes
who understand of God and what eyes have seen. So, for this reason, there was
prevailed the condition of surprise upon him. When there was a delay in his return
so his teacher has sent another student to check with his hookah whether was broken
or not so there is happening such delay in this matter. The student has come to see
him and he has found that hookah is on his palm and he was looking at some other
side and there was a prevailed condition of surprise upon him there. And from his
head to the sky there is seen one pillar of light. So the student was surprised to see
such a condition and he has reported this matter to the teacher. The teacher stood
along with all students and all people have seen such a condition. The teacher was
among the mystic person and he has understood the reality. So he has stood there by
watching his surprise event. When there was a relief for him then the teacher left
from there. When Hazrat has completed relief in this matter then he has arranged
hookah in the service of his teacher. Then the teacher stood to see him and he has
said that I am sorry that “It is not proper to take such service from you.” But the
student afraid that due to a delay in the service the teacher was becoming angry. So
he began to immediately regret from his side in the service of the teacher. The
teacher told him that “There is no matter of grief and from today I have recognized
your reality. And from today onwards your position which was increased in the look
of the teacher. So, for this reason, he began thinking for deserving more position and
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love with the teacher. In a period of two years, he has obtained excellence in the
following knowledge.
1.Islamic law 2.excegis 3.Hadith (traditions of the prophet) 4. And other current
knowledge like logic, wisdom, and philosophy.
His teacher and whose name was Mohammed Ali Harvi and who was at that
time who was excellent and as well as the very important position which he gained
in the following knowledge.
The current knowledge, works of philosophy and logic
At the age of 12 years when there was an instruction by the prophet to pledge at the
hands of Syed Rafiuddin Quaderi then he has requested him that he has the intention
to pledge on his hands so for this reason the prophet has to accept his pledge in this
matter. But he was told by him that in the chain system it is required of the pledge
of manifest so pledge at the hands of your grandfather Syed Raifuddin so he was
become disciple in the chain of Quaderia as per details in the book Nuzat Jawahar
by Moulana Mohammed Abdul Hai published by Dairal Marif Press Hyderabad
Deccan on page number 12.
He has written the exegesis of the Quran and marginal notes for the book Sharah
Veqaya. And upon completing the knowledge of the manifest he was engaged in
teaching and education, command and instruction. As per the fondness of the time
he also began giving his teaching and education of argument and logic at the highest
level and with good arrangements. So, for this reason, he has a dispute of knowledge
with Qazi Mubarak who wrote the book Sharah Salalm and who was contemporary
of his time.
It was his habit that he never spread his legs, so at the time of the sleeping also
he will never spread his legs and sleep in the condition of two knees by folding in
this matter. When if the servants ask him to sleep then he used to say to them that
“It is not good to live in the condition of manner-less in the presence of God.”
He did not have bearing ability to hear Sama's hearing. He will be in the
condition of surprise that how people come back from Sama meetings in the living
condition. One day his friends have the desire of hearing the Sama meeting. Then
he said that Sama meetings which ignite the fire of the love. And which fire has
cause to start burning then there are no needs of ignition of the Sama in this matter.
But for the condition of that person, for this reason, there was danger of his death
due to hearing about the Sama.
On the thin skin of his right palm, there was found the name of the prophet which
was written in green signs. And which can be read by any person with easiness.
There will find a smell of musk from his body especially after the time of his
meditation. Even the infidel person who used to visit him for their desire and wishes
and who will smell of the musk. For anything when his hand will reach then, for this
reason, there will find the smell of musk from that thing.
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One time he went to visit the tomb of Hazrat Baba Shaikh Qasim Sulaimani* and
which is 30 miles away from Banaras in Chinar and due to chance his caliph Hazrat
Taj Arifin who was also with him. At the time of the return from there, he was told
that “Hazrat Qasim who is polite and when he was at the door of the tomb then at
that time he was welcome me and he has taken me to his grave.” And such same
event which was happening at the tomb of Hazrat Dewan Abdul Rasheed in Jaunpur.
When there will be a discussion of the people of the tomb then he will be used to
praise the two holy persons in this matter.
His tile Rasulnuma which is well known and famous. He used to help persons to
have sight of the prophet of Allah. And its condition which will be that when there
will be any person in need then he will be asked for him augury for three months
and 15 days in this matter. If the needy person who will follow for his advice then
during this period of time then he will be blessed with the seeing of the prophet.
He was died on 11th Rabil Thani in the year 1166 Hegira and from words Ba
Bazaatnbi his date of death which will be found.
After his death the people of Banaras who has seen one holy person who in the
condition of uneasiness while holding the earth. And he was saying that “ There is a
severe earthquake condition of the earth.” And for some time there was his same
condition in this matter and after its recovery, he has said that thanks to Allah, thanks
to Allah. When the people have asked him what is reasonable in this matter then he
has said that “The Qutub (highest cadre in spiritual pivot) of time left of the world.
So, for this reason, the earth is going upside and down. And when its successor was
selected then there was peace and recovery to the earth.
His tomb is situated in the locality of Maulviji Kada in Banaras. And which was
named upon him.
Every year his annual death anniversary will be held on 12-13-14 of the month
of Rabi Thani on the grand scale and which will be organized by the shrine of
Mujibia Phulwari Sharif.
The Hazrat Rasulnuma’s special caliph is Taj Arifin Hazrat Shah Mohammed
Quaderi Phulwari Sharif. He has compiled a book of his sayings and in which
different magazines are added in it. The details are as follows.
Resala (magazine) Azzan, Resala Namaz, Resala Darud and Azkar and all these
magazines are studied especially in this family. He has with him 17 permanent
caliphs and among them Par Saheb Missal and other two who were perfect.

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*and who was a pious person of connection and saintly link and who belongs to the
10th century Hegira. His ancestors were residents of Mount Sulaiman in the Serhind
area. So, for this reason, his title has become famous as Sulaimani. And as per
lineage genealogy, he is Afghani and he was born at the side of Budni river in the
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year 565 Hegira. In his family for 9 generations, there were born holy and learned
persons. So, for this reason, he is called shaikh. He has visited Makkah, Madina,
Baghdad, Naja Sharif, Baitul or Baytul-Maqdis is itself the Masjid Al-Aqsa mosque.
Al-Aqsa Mosque located in the Old City of Jerusalem and Karbala then he has
reached back to his native place then he came to Peshawar and Lahore. During the
rule of King Akbar, he has reached Chinar as per invisible indication. He died on
19th Jamad Awwal in the year 1016 Hegira. There will be celebrated his annual
death anniversary every year.

29. Hazrat Wali Miyan

He was the son of Hazrat Rasul Numa and he was a saintly person by his birth.
On all of his life periods, there was a prevailed condition of divine meditation upon
him. There was always prevailed upon him overpowering the love of Allah so, for
this reason, there was no news to him about the world and all that is in it. There were
happened with him many miracles and revelations by him.
He died on the night of 28 Rajab and his tomb is situated adjacent to the tomb of
Hazrat Maulana Rasul Numa.

30. Hazrat Mir Mohammed Ghouse

He was among his special intercessor. Moulana was his in relation and he was his
sister’s son. Upon him, there was his special favour and attention. In a short period
of time, he has studied knowledge of the manifest under the supervision of well-
known and famous learned persons of the time. He was a pledge in the hands of
Hazrat Rasul Numa. And he was engaged in the mystical exercises. In a period of
two years, he has completed the following knowledge.
1.Mysticism and knowledge of God and the method of Owasia and Wasrisia in a
complete way.
He died on 9th Rajab in the year 1130 Hegira. He was buried near the place of
Hazrat Rasul Numa. His title is well known as Ghose Tariqat and Ghouse Alam.

31. Hazrat Shabz Tariqat Shah Khuda Baksh

From the lineage of the caliphate of Hazrat Taj Arifin Shah Mujib Allah Quaderi
Phulwari and his source is reached to Hazrat Rasul Numa. His lineage genealogy
record of sources of Hazrat Zainal Abidin which will reach Hazrat Nasiruddin
Chiragq Dehlavi.
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His native place was Phulwari Sharif. But he has stayed in Banaras. He died at the
time of Zuhar prayer in the month of Rajab in the year 1231 Hegira and he was
buried at the downside of the platform of Hazrat Rasul Numa. On his grave there is
a tablet in it there is an inscription which is as follows.
“Hazrat Shah Khuda Baksh Shahbaz Tariqat Moulana Rasul Numa.”

32. Mulla Shah Mohammed Umar Sabiq Banarsi

Hazrat Mulla Umar’s genealogy link which is connected with second caliph
Hazrat Umar R.A. The lineage genealogy record is as follows.
Qazi Abdulla famous as Mulla Mohammed Umar Sabiq Banarsi Bin Qazi
Mohammed Ghouse Bin Qazi Mohammed Saeed Bin Qazi Noor Mohammed Bin
Qazi Abdul Kareem Bin Qazi Maruf Bin Sulaiman Bin Qazi Sad Allah Bin Qazi
Ibrahim Bin Shaikh Sharafuddin Bukhari Alqutub bin Shaikh Alauddin Al-Qutub
Bin Shaikh Ghiyasuddin Al-Ghouse Bin Shaikh Azeemuddin Bin Shaikh Ahmed
Bin Shaikh Mohammed Bin Shaikh Usman Bin Hazrat Abdallah Bin Hazrat Umar
bin Qattab R.A.
His father first came from the Arabian area into Gulbar and Bukhara region. And
from there in the reign of King Akbar and he has arrived in India. Due to his royal
connection, he has been appointed as Qazi of Kant village in district Mirzapur and
which is attached to Bandiachal. Mulla Sahib was born in the village of Kant 1132
Hegira year.
He has studied the current books of Persian and Arabic with his father. And then
he was free afterward. He has the nature of poetry with him and he used to engage
in the poetry works since his childhood time. And for the completion of the Urdu
poetry work he went to Delhi. And where he has stayed a period five years in Delhi
he has studied the knowledge of logic, wisdom, mathematics, Islamic law, exegesis,
Hadith (tradition of the prophet), speech and explanation (branch of rhetoric dealing
with the metaphorical use of language ) which he has completed there.
In those days he was met with Sirajuddin Ali Khan Arzo and Alif Bagi Shirazi
and Mullah Sahib who used to the taken correction of his poetry work with the above
two persons and he has adopted his pen name as Sabiq.
In his Masnavi book Qaza and Qadr he has mentioned his tour and traveling
details in it. He has the interest of poetry work which was matched to his natural
habit in this matter. So, for this reason, he has links and contact with famous poets
of his time. One couplet from the above book is as follows.

As basil of the youth which was fresh and new

For this reason of pressure, he started a journey
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His return back from his tour and travel then he was engaged in the work of
teaching and education. So for this, there was a group of students from long distance
by suffering from the difficulties of the journey who will come to see him and were
benefitted in this matter.
At that time Iran’s famous poet Ali Hazin Isphani was present at the time of
Mulla Sahib in Banaras. So, for this reason, they have established between them
wide relations and contacts.
At the beginning of the life period, he has a connection with the British
government. But he has left his job and in his place, he has entered his son Maulavi
Enayat Ali in the government service.
Mulla Sahib has many nature of humbleness and a good Sufi and holy person.
And he was such a humble person so he did not have a fondness of wealthy dress for
him. Or he did not like fine dishes for him. And he has constructed one small mosque
in his house. And in his timings, he used to engage in worship, daily rounds of recital
and incantation.
His elder son Maulavi Mohammed Ibrahim and who has returned from the
journey and he has brought one costly carpet for him but he did not accept it. The
friends and intercessors have requested by him in this matter and they said to him
that “Even you did not accept it for your indigence and content but in there will be
sad feelings for it for your son in this matter. Mullah Sahib told that “ He did not
accept it that there will be a comfort to rebellious of the soul.” Yes, I will accept on
insisting of Ibrahim that there will be spread of his mat on his carpet. So it was done
like that. He used to take care of not visiting the house of the rich and wealthy
persons. The rich and Nawab persons who used to visit his house but he did not go
to see them at their houses. The following couplet is showing his nature.

I have trust upon on my Lord and never leave from it

Like tiny thorns are in my pocket than outside flowers

The above couplet shows his formation of the nature of Mulla Sahib and which
was not his saying but it was his policy on which he has acted upon it during his
whole lifetime.
He has written many books and his first book is Ganj Shaigan
and in this book there are details of poets from olden time till the present time and
as well as details of eloquent persons of India and Persia are included in it. This
book’s handwritten copy which is found in the library of late Abdul Quader advocate
in the locality of Katapura. But at present, it was already damaged. The book of his
Persian Dewan (collected odes of the single poet) and other books that could not be
traceable at the present time.
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He died on 4th Shaban on Tuesday in the year 1225 Hegira. In the area of Takiya
Dansara on the water tank on the north side of the road and on the platform there is
his tomb which is available there.
In his family, there were born many learned as well as Shaikh persons and by
their services, there was a benefit to the persons of the Banaras and especially the
last person of this family Hazrat Shah Reza Ali Banarsi who was Qutub (highest
cadre in spiritual pivot) of Banaras and each and every person in Banaras who know
him very well. On the following map, we are showing the details of the sons of Mulla
Umar Saheb.

The lineage genealogy record of Mulla Umar Sabiq Banarsi and his two sons as
follows.

1.Maulavi Mohamed Ibrahim

and he has three sons

A. Maulavi Qadim Hussain

B.Maulavi mohammed Yaqub
c. Maulavi Abdul Ali

2. Maulavi Enayat Ali and who has three sons' details are as follows.

A.Mufti Ismael Mohammed (and he has one son Hakim Maulavi Mohammed)
B.Mufti Saqawat Ali (and he has one son Moulana Reza Ali Banarasi )
C.Maulavi Wajid Ali

1.Maulavi Mohammed Ibrahim

He has studied primary books by his father. Then he was learned and completed
the books of knowledge of wisdom, intellectual, traditional and astronomy, and
numerical and he has spent his whole life in teaching and education. In many books,
he has written marginal notes on them and he was then engaged in the correction of
old Arabic books. At the beginning of his life, he was working as head clerk of Lord
Lek. Then upon demand of Nawab Mir Sadat Ali ruler of Awadh, he went to
Lucknow. Then he was working there as Chief Justice in the High Court in Lucknow.
In the books Muhati and Isharat he was writing the marginal notes.
Upon suffering from the illness of tuberculous for a period of a long time he was
died on 3rd Jamad Awwal in the year 1254 Hegira in Lucknow and he was buried
there. The famous poet of Lucknow Mirza Dilgir who wrote his date of the death
and one couplet’s translation and interpretation is as follows.
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The mystic of the right way and light of the law of Islam
Person of unique and person of unmatched manners left

2.Maulavi Enayat Ali

He was a younger son and he has obtained the knowledge from his father. Till
the life of his father, he has worked as a reader in the Magistrate’s office at the Patta
Pasara place. After the death of his father he was seen his father in his dream and
who said to him that “Our school is empty. So leave the employment and continue
work of teaching and education.”So, for this reason, he was engaged in this work of
teaching for his whole life. He died on 21 Shaban in the year 1253 Hegira.

3.Mufi Mohammed Ismail

He was the son of Mohammed Ibrahim and who was the elder son of Mulla
Umar. And his historic name is Abdul Mughni. He has studied the book of the
teaching, the knowledge of the intellectual and traditional which he has studied with
his father. The books of medicine he has studied by Mirza Mohammed Ali Khan. At
the beginning time, he was interested in poetry. And his pen name was Sabit. Upon
the retirement of his father, he has taken charge of the jurist. When the Kingdom of
the Lucknow was ended when he came to Banaras. Then he was busy there in
teaching and education as well as in the writing of the books. He has much interest
in the knowledge of philosophy and metaphysics. He has used to be engaged usually
dialects work with atheists persons. And in this connection, he was writing about
100 magazines. In the last as per the demand of Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, he has written
some detailed magazines about proof of the prophet-hood and teaching. And he was
writing the replies of some old clergy persons. As he has a fondness of the poetry so
for this reason he has writes sometimes the replies in the form of poetry for this
reason. Regarding proof of Wajub Wajud (self-existent) some other issues,
philosophy, and praise in which he has added many encomiums and quatrains.
He died on 10th Jamad Akhir in the year 1305 Hegira.

4. Mufti Saqawat Ali,

He was the second son of Moulana Ibrahim and he has acquired knowledge
from his father. He has much interest in knowledge of literature and religion. Some
years he has worked in the court of Bahraich as a magistrate there. Then he has come
back to Banaras and he was engaged in the work of teaching and education. He was
an expert in the art of history. He has written many stanzas of history. Zahur Haq
which is the date of chronograph of his birth as 1219 Hegira year. He has died on 29
Jamad Akhir in the 1319 Hegira due to the illness of cholera disease.
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5. Moulana Wajid Ali

He was the younger son of Moulana Ibrahim. He was born in Lucknow. He
has acquired knowledge from his father. He has much interest in intellectual
knowledge by nature. A large number of students were benefitted by him. There are
many of his students were available in all over India. In the beginning period, he
went to Patna also. Maulavi Waheeduddin Salim Shams Ulema and Maulavi Feroz
who were benefitted from him in Patna at that time. During the rule of the King
Wajid Ali Shah, he was a jurist of the residency for a period of 15 years. After the
end of this kingdom Maharaja Batiaya during his rule due to his excellence was
appointed him as a staff officer of Saran district. Due to this reason, there were many
students of Bihar and Bengal who were benefitted by him. He was died on 23rd Rabil
Awwal in the year 1276 Hegira on Friday in Chapra. “Wa la yabguna enha hawla”
is the chronogram date of his death in Arabic.

6. Moulana Qasim Hussain

He was the son of the Maulavi Enayat Ali son of Mulla Umar. And his primary
education was completed at the house. Then he went into the service of his uncle in
Lucknow. And in the five years, he has completed knowledge and then he has come
back to Banaras. Then he has engaged in the work of teaching and education.
Moulana Abdul Subhan Banarsi who has studied with him some prose and Diwan.
In the month of December year 1845, he went to Allahabad as he has appointed the
advocate of criminal court and he has appeared in the examination of the judge and
he was successful and was obtained an examination certificate. On 24th March in
the year 1848, he has taken charge of the Munsif (judge) of the village Ghosi in
Azamgarh district. On the 4th of April, there was published a notifice of his
appointment in the government gazette. At the time of the mutiny of 1857, he was
working as a judge of village Mohammed Ghana. Due to his fine administration, he
has kept law and order under his control. Mr. W.D.R who was a judge of Azamgarh
who has written about him that “ In the previous days Maulavi Qadim Hussain judge
who was very superior in the district. He has helped Tahsildar of Mohammedabad
two times when there was the eviction of all European officers from there. He has
also kept under his control peace in the region of tahsildar.”
During the government service after duty work, he used to be engaged in the study
of the books and reading and recitals and except this, there was no work for him. He
used to care too much about the timing and style of the work with him and his nature
was kind and serious. He was taken a pledge at the hands of Hazrat Azeemuddin Asi
Skindarpuri. He has also interest and fondness of poetry. Late Maulavi Abdul
Quader advocate resident of Katwara who is his son.
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He was died due to illness of heart disease on 10th Rajab in the year 1313 Hegira
on Friday. And his wife who a worshipper and generous and good-natured woman.
He has constructed one small mosque in his house and which is still found and its
date of construction is 1244 Hegira.
7. Maulavi Mohammed Yakub
He was the second son of Moulavi Enayat Ali. He studied Arabic and Persian
with his father. His elder son Moulavi Mohammed Ayub who practicing pleader
with much ability and capability died on 17th Rabbil Awwal in the year 1305 Hegira
and Moulavi Mohammed Idris who was working as an attorney of the court in
Banaras and who also died on 5th Jamad Akhir in 1305 Hegira. Due to these sad
events, he was much affected in this matter. He has died when his age was more than
92 years on 7th Rajab on the night of Monday in the year 1322 Hegira. The last
couplet about his death is as follows.
The voice has called about the couplet of the death
It said he was subtle of the Persian and a lovely writer
8. Moulavi Abdul Ali
He was the younger son of Moulavi Enayat Ali and in Lucknow, he has acquired
all knowledge of intellectual and traditional, and exactly during his youth period in
the fondness of the knowledge of Allah he has disconnected himself with the world.
And he has left his world by putting book Dewan Hafiz in his armpit while reciting
the following couplet he left the house and did not come back to his house.
Oh heart which will be destroyed by wines and flowers
Do not run for treasure and honour and pride of Qarun

9. Hakim Mohammed Ali

He was the younger son of Mufti Mohammed Ismail. First, he has studied books
of current knowledge, philosophy, and logic with his father. Then he has studied
medicine with Mashi Doula. King Wajid Ali Shah has appointed him as a magistrate
in the criminal court. Then he moved to Chapra along with Moulana Wajid Ali.
Then he has left employment. And he has established his clinic there. He has much
of his natural interest in poetry. And he has taken correction from Mirza Natiq in his
poetry works. His one writing Aqladis which is very famous and well known. He
was in the illness of paralysis for a period of 17 months and then he died in the year
1303 Hegira.

10. Hazrat Moulana Shah Reza Ali Qutub Banarasi

Ibn Saqawat Ali Ibn Moulana Ibrahim Ibn Mohammed Umar Banarsi and his
lineage of the genealogical connection with Hazrat Umar Faruq R.A., and the details
are mentioned in the genealogy record of Hazrat Mulla Umar Saqbiq Banarsi. So,
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for this reason, he is Faruqi by lineage genealogy. And he was the last lamp of light
of the family of Hazrat Mulla Umar Sabiq Banarsi. He was a great learned person
and perfect darwesh of the 13th Hegira century. In the family of Mulla Saheb due to
his presence, there were a lot of benefits that were available to mankind of the
Banaras. And still, this favour is being continued for them in this matter.
He was born on 16 Safer in the year 1246 Hegira on Sunday in Pathra village
which belongs to the maternal side. In the year 1264 Hegira has complete knowledge
and arts in Lucknow. And in the year 1266 Hegira, he has memorized the Holy
Quran. And he has also learned knowledge of recitation of the Holy Quran. In the
year 1275 Heigra, he went to Makkah for the Hajj pilgrimage.
In Banaras, his circle of the favour of the teaching was very wide. In the royal
mosque of Dahrara he used to give sermons and lead the Friday congregational
prayer. In the Central Lot Eidgah of the city, he used to lead the festival prayers.
There will be used come persons from all long distances of India for seeking advice
on a point of religious law in his service. And for which he will give replies in this
matter. His book of collection Fatwa Faiz Reza was published. He has the contact
of knowledge with Moulana Abdul Hai Hanfi Farangi Mahali Lucknawi. Once he
has gone to Lucknow to inquire about one issue. Around Lucknow, there was much
influence on his knowledge of excellence and perfection. Moulana Siraj Yaqin
Bilgrami who has mentioned in his book Shams Arifin and his details are as follows.
“ That he was a great person of knowledge and a person of excellence, Quran-corner
and reciter, perfect darwesh person, the person of connection and pious person.” The
writer of these words who met with him many times. He was come to Kursi to see
my father. Then at that time, this Fakir met with him. All time he was found in the
condition of inclination and engrossment. His recitation of the Holy Quran was such
that due to its melodious voice the hearer will become overpowering and absorbed.
An the previous time he has stayed in Lucknow and in the last age of his life he was
going to his native place Banaras and there was one his attender of Shah Saheb who
told in this matter that “In the night time at the time of remembrance of Allah his
hands, legs and all his parts of the body used to be separated from his body.” As per
reference to the book Shams Arifin on page 75.
His library has many books of rare and most valuable manuscripts of knowledge.
Many of the books he has handwritten by himself. His handwriting was very fine.
He was a poet so he has tried in all categories. In Arabic, Persian and Urdu and he
has left a large stock of the manuscripts of the odes and
Diwans (collected odes of the single poet). He has written some books of Mazhar
Al-Haq Arabi, Milad Sharif Ke Jawazme, Zeqayab Al-Bab in Persian, Alim Qirat,
Safarnama Hindustan and these books are very famously and well known.
In the year 1276 Hegira at the hand of Moulana Shah Ahmed Saeed Majaddi
Dehlavi and who was the caliph of Hazrat Mazhar Janejana and who is in the chain
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of Naqshabandia and Majaddia. And he has introduced this chain in Banaras. Also,
he has got the permission of the other chains in this matter. He has mentioned the
lineage genealogy record of the Naqshbandi chain in only seven couplets in the
poetry.
He has two sons.1. Maulvi Mohammed Sharif who was died after his acquiring of
the knowledge in the youth period on 21 Zil Hajj in the year 1310 Hegira during the
lifetime of his father.2 Moulavi Mohammed Taraif who was his elder son and he
was died after 5 years of the death of his father and was buried at the side of his
father.
He was died on 21 Shaban in the year 1312 Hegira on Monday in between of the
Asar and Maghrib prayers. And he was buried in the eastern side of the graveyard
of Eidgah ( Eidgah or Idgah, also Eid Gah or Id Gah is a term used in South Asian
Islamic culture for the open-air enclosure usually outside the city (or at the outskirts)
lot in Banaras. There is the inscription on his tomb building and its translation and
interpretations are as follows.

Due to magnificence and the kindness of Allah

Shah Mohammed Ali has become an eternal person

Every year his death anniversary will be celebrated on his death date and due to
the organization of Hazrat Moulavi Shah Ghulam Mohammed Rizvi and Shah
Mohammed Azam, there will be conducted meetings of verse Qul and Verse Fateha
on the regular basis. During this ceremony, there will be a gathering of a large
number of visitors in the shrine building.

13th Century

34. Moulavi Shaikh Tufail Awasi

He has spent all his life on the trust of Allah and mystical exercises. He was a
pledge in the chain of Owasia. He died in the year 1201 Hegira. The members of his
family are still found. But they could not explain his life details and condition. His
grave is situated in the courtyard of the mosque of Do Nim Kangra Chohatta Lal
Khan.

35. Moulana Shah Abdul Haq Muhadith Banarsi

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In Banaras, his name is first in the instruction and teaching of knowledge of Hadith
(tradition of the Holy Prophet). He was born in the year 1206 Hegira in Nevti village
in district Anav. Nevti is among such a village which is called by King Shah Jehan
as Shiraz of his kingdom. His historic name is Fazal Rasul. And his lineage
genealogical connection is linked with Hazrat Usman Bin Affan R.A. His father
Fazalallah Nevtani who came to Nevtani from Banaras and he was settled down in
Nevtani.
As Moulana Abdul Haq has studied with many of his teachers of knowledge but
such teachers such fellow students which he got by him are rare with him in this
matter as nobody could not able to get such facilities with them. He has joined in the
circle of the teaching of Shah Abdul Quader Muhadith Dehlavi. And also got
benefited in the company of Syed Ahmed Shaheed. And he has visited Makkah for
pilgrimage purposes.
In Delhi, he has acquired and completed knowledge. For fondness and obtaining
the knowledge of Hadith (tradition of the Holy Prophet), he has gone to Yemen. He
has studied Hadith by Imam Mohammed Bin Qazi Shokani Yemani. Then he has
obtained a certificate and personal permission from Imam Shokani and left Yemen.
And the certificate is known as Ethaf Akabar Baasnad Dafatar which is as per
specialty is considered as very pious in this matter and he was benefitted by Qazi
Abdul Rahman Bin Ahmed Bin Al-Hasan Al-Bahkala Shaikh Abdulla Bin
Mohammed Ismail Amir Yamani Shaikh Mohammed Abed Bin Ahmed Ali Sindi as
per the book of Syed Ahmed Shaheed by Moulana Abul Hasan Nadvi on page
number 445.
In his teaching circle of Hadith (tradition of the Holy Prophet) Qazi Shaikh
Mohammed Machli Shahri and Qazi Syed Jalaluddin
Banarsi who used to present there.
He has visited Makkah seven times for the Haj pilgrimage purpose and he was
reached to Bombay and he died on 8th Zil Hajj in the year 1286 Hegira. And from
Fazal Rasul, his date of death will be known and he was buried in the mosque Khair
in Bombay.

36. Shah Shams Haq Dehlavi Banarsi

He was migrated from Delhi and was settled down in Banaras. He was among the
sons of Hazrat Muhadith Abdul Haq Dehlavi. The details of his biographical
information could not avail. His tomb is situated in the area of Noor Eldin Shaheed
in Banars cantonment. He has died on 29th Muharram in the 1312 Hegira on Friday
night.
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37. Moulana Shah Karimallah Banarsi

His native place is Zahurabad in Ghazipur district. For acquiring knowledge he

has come to Allahabad and he has acquired knowledge of the manifest and innermost
there. In Allahabad, he has lived in the company of Hazrat Qutubuddin Allhabadi
and has become his disciple. Then he was engaged in mystical exercise and
endeavours. During this period he has visited Makkah for the Hajj pilgrimage. He
has visited Makkah seven times for the Hajj pilgrimage purpose and in the last
journey on the way he died in the year 1229 Hegira when he was 60 years old.
His wife was a very pious lady as well as she was a worshipper. He has married her
in Zahurabad and he has brought her to Banaras and where his son Moulana Shah
Abdul Ala was born in Banaras from her body. Still, the lineage of his sons which
are found in the Banaras.
38. Moulana Shah Abdul Ala Banarsi
His connection of genealogical lineage-linked with Jaferi and Sadiqi. He is Sayed
(Sayed definition, (in Islamic countries) a supposed descendant of Muhammad
through his grandson Hussein, the second son of his daughter Fatima.) from her
mother's side. The lineage genealogical record is as follows.
Moulana Shah Abdul Ala Bin Moulana Shah Karimallah Bin Shah Zahur Ibn
Mohammed Bin Shah Jalal Ben Qazi Shah Ghulam Mustafa Bin Qazi Shah
Qiyamuddin Bin Shah Abdulla Bin Qutub Al Aqtab Shah Mohammed Gwaliari Bin
Shah Khatir Uddin Zahurabadi Bin Shah Abdul Latif Bin Khaja Moinuddin Qattal
Bin Qatiruddin Bin Bayazid Bin Farid Eldin Attar Neshapuri Bin Abu Saeed Bin
Hazrat Ahmed Sadiq Bin Hazrat Najibuddin BinTaqiuddin Bin Noor Eldin Abu
Baker Bin Mohamed Bin Ismail Bin Imam Jafer Sadiq Bin Imam Baquer Bin Imam
Zainal Abidin Bin Imam Hussain Bin Hazrat Ali Ibn Talib R.A.
In his tenth generation, Hazrat Khaja Moinuddin Qattal Neshpuri came to India
during the rule of the Sultan Feroz Shah Tuqlaqh of Delhi kingdom . As the sultan
who was friendly with learned persons. At that time there was required
administration of Jaunpur and its suburbs and province of Allahabad. So, for this
reason, he has given him to rule in the village of Zahurabad in Ghazipur district and
its sounding areas. Because in the areas around it he has conquered the rule there.
After this, in his family, the post of Qazi has remained till 1833 Hegira. The
registration work of all villages of Subdivision Zahurabad will be done especially in
the department of the chief justice. With knowledge of manifest as well as there was
much interest of the family members in the endeavours of Sufism.
Hazrat Khatiruddin’s son Hazrat Shah Syed Shaikh Mohammed Ghouse who is
linked with him in his 7th lineage and who after completed of the knowledge of
manifest then he has gone into the service of Hazrat Hameeduddin Shattari ( these
people who used to call themselves as Shuttari because in good turn and Tariqat
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(mystic way of life) who are very fast and hotter (Shuttar) than other holy persons
and he has pledged on his hands. And for a period of 12-13 years, he has lived in the
jungle of the Yamuna river by the eating leaves of the trees and there he was engaged
in the hard mystical exercise. He has become very famous and well known that King
of Mughal empire Sultan Himayun who was becoming his disciple and devotee and
due to his prayer Sultan Himayun who has acquired the lost Mughal kingdom of
India second time. And its proof is there in the book Gulzar Abrar in which there is
added one copy of the letter of King Himayun. And at the last period of life, he was
settled down in the Gwalior. And he died in the year 970 Hegira year. And his tomb
is also situated there. His famous books are as follows.
1.Risala Merajnama 2.Jawar Qamsa 3.Aurad Ghousia. There is one water tank in
Zahurabad which was named as Ghouse Talab.
Hazrat Shah Mohammed Ghouse and his brothers who were becoming well
known as shaik. The family relation of Hazrat Shah Mohammed Ghouse with village
Bharti in district Ghazipur which is very much and more. And which is an old place
of gentleness and Sadat (Sadat (Arabic: ‫ ) سادات‬is a suffix, which is given to females
believed to be descendants of the Islamic prophet, Muhammad) persons. The place
of his ancestors is Zahurabad in Ghazipur. The above two places which have a
connection with the kings of the Delhi kingdoms. As in India Jaunpur which was
well known and famous for sheikhs and learned and venerable persons. And for this
reason, Sultan Shah Jehan who used to call it as Sheraz of India. Many of the learned
persons who belong to this area. Banaras, Ghazipur, Azamgadh is included in the
suburbs of the Jaunpur. Usually, people of the above three districts are called as
people of Jaunpur, for example, Mulla Mahmood Jaunpuri who was the author
of Shams Bazega, etc, and who was from Azamgadh but he is called for the people
of Jaunupur. Moulana Shah Abdul Ala has an old relation with the family of
Faruqi.In the above district of Banaras, Janupur, Khanpur, and Azamgadh including
Salwat and Abbasi, Siddiqui, Faruqi, and Ansari, clan people who are habituated
there.
Moulana Shah Abdul Ala who has complete knowledge of the books of Persian
of the current time, Saraf and Nahu (accidence and syntax) of Arabic has completed
studies at the age of 11 years. He was a very generous person by nature. And after
that in intellectual and in the books of Islamic law and duties and he was gaining
such perfection that he was surpassed in this matter from other learned persons of
his time. At the age of 17th years, he has completed a study of the educational books.
He has studied Hadith (tradition of the Holy Prophet) from his father Moulana Shah
Karim Allah. And its certificate is as follows.
Moulana Shah Karim Allah from Shah Qutubuddin Allahabadi and he from his
father Moulana Fakher Allahabadi and he from Shaikh Mohammed Hayat Sindhi
Makki and he from Salem Basri Makki and he from his father Abdullah Bin Salem
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Basri Makki and he from Abu Hamed Bin Mohammed Bin Mohammed Bazaz and
he from Abul Rahaman Basar Bin Hakam Neshapuri and he from Saifan Bin Aina
and he from Abu Qabos and he from Abdallah Bin Umar Bin Aas and he from the
Prophet of Allah has studied Hadith and narrated.
Kitab Hisan Hisan is a handwritten manuscript that was with him. And many
books of Fakher Allahabadi which were available in his library. And from which it
is known that there was much interest and fondness of the Hadith (tradition of the
Holy Prophet) which was always found in this family. In the chain of Sufism, he was
a pledged on the hand of his father. And who with Moulana Shah Qutubuddin Bin
Moulana Mohammed Fakher grandson of Shah Mohammed Afzal Allahabadi and
who has pledged to with him in the lineage of the Chisti chain. The princes of the
Mughal Delhi Kingdoms who were living in Banaras all were his disciples. From
the Sultan of the Himayun till the kings of Mughal Kingdom till the present time all
were his disciples. In the last age when he lost his eyesight then he used only to
engage in the remembrance of Allah and work of the making disciples.
He has an interest and fond of writing and compiling the books and his books are
as follows.
1. Hidayat Muslimin is Deniat in Persian in which added about duties and
knowledge of inheritance 4. Resala Tasawuf in Persian is a memorable magazine
and he has also written one magazine of Sufism in Persian in which he has added
many writings from the magazine Salat Nabi written by Tayyeb Ansari. So in one
place, he has written in Persian and its translation and interpretation is as follows.
“ Since it is known that the main purpose of the Sufi persons in this matter was
that they want to follow the Sunnah of the prophet of Allah.”
In the poetry Tahzib, in the Arabic version, he has written for his younger son
Kamaluddin. As at the beginning of the poetry, it is mentioned its reason in this
matter. Bu Kamaluddin has died.
There was a collection book of his legal opinions and from which it can know his
wide look and due to bad luck the last person of his family member Khatiruddin who
has destroyed all those books. And from the family of knowledge now the
knowledge was ended at the present time.
Moulavi Saqwat Ali Jaunpuri who has written one Hadith (tradition of the Holy
Prophet) book of “Al -Alqaum Fe Ahadith Al-Nabi Karim” which was written on
the style of the book Miskuwat and this book was published by Nawab Mohammed
Ali of Tonk in the Siddiqui Press Banaras. The British government has imprisoned
Nawab on the charges of mutiny and this Nawab Sahib who was the ruler of the
State of Tonk. And he was the grandfather of the present ruler of Tonk. At present
Nawab Sahib only engaged in the knowledge and religious endeavours. He has
constructed one grand mosque in Ardabil bazaar. Still, this mosque is there and is
famous as the mosque of Nawab Sahib of Tonk. Hazrat Abdul Haq Muhadit
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Dehlav’s son Moulana Noor Al-Haq who has written a book Taisaral Qari which is
an exegesis of Bukhari in Persian and its many volumes which were published by
Nawab Sahib’s expenses in this matter. Moulana Abdul Ala has correspondence with
Moulana Karamat Ali Janupuri who was the author of the book Muftal Janna.
Moulana Shah Abdul Haq Muhadith Banarsi who used to see him.
Shah Sahib’s elder son is Moulavi Jalaluddin. And younger son
Kamaluddin Ahmed and who died at the age of 25 years. They stayed in the Chit
Ganj area. All these sons who were followed methods of the Ahle Hadith (Ahl-
e Hadith, meaning the people of hadith, is a religious movement that emerged in
northern India in the mid-nineteenth century. They regard the Quran, Sunnah,
and hadith as the sole sources of religious authority and oppose everything
introduced in Islam after the earliest times. March 11, 2018) sect but at present
nobody is not living.
Hazrat Shah Abdul Ala who was died in the year 1274 Hegira. He was buried inside
the graveyard of the princes of Delhi who lived in Banaras situated in the mosque of
Fatima Bagh in the corner of the southeastern side toward the upper side of the tomb
of prince Jehandar Ibn Bahadur Shah Ibn Shah Alam Delhi. As per advice, his grace
is not permanent.

39. Moulana Hadi Ali Hafat Qalam Banarsi

He was the son of Moulavi Mohammed Mahdi calligraphist son of Moulavi

Mohammed Azeem Banarsi. He was born in the lane of Delo adjacent to old court
in the year 1214 Hegira. When he has became an adult then upon the advice of his
father he was in the service of learned persons of Farnagi Mahal where he has
completed learning of the knowledge. Then he was in service of Hafiz Mohammed
Ibrahim calligraphist and has made the practice of with him and he has become well
known. The books of the Quran written by him are printed and are found in India.
Many big and famous calligraphists are his disciples. In the year 1234, he was
disconnected from Banaras and he was purchased one house in Lucknow and was
shifted to Lucknow. Then afterward he paid attention toward mystic way. And he
was a pledge on the hands of Hazrat Khaja Hasan Maudud Chisti Lucknawi. He died
in the year 1286 Hegira and he was buried in Kakori. As per writing in the book
Azkar Abrar on page number 414.

40. Moulana Abu Barkat Banarsi

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He was the son of Moulana Fazal Imam Hanafi Quaderi Mujadadi Bihari Suma
Banarsi. He was among learned and pious persons. Upon obtaining knowledge in
India he went to Makkah. He has performed the Hajj pilgrimage two times. He has
visited Egypt, Syria, and Al-Aqsa Mosque located in the Old City of Jerusalem is
the third holiest site in Islam. The mosque was built on top of the Temple Mount,
known as the Al Aqsa. He was returned back to India in 1279 Hegira then he has
proceeded again to Madina. His chain of the pledge is linked with Shaikh Abdul
Rasheed Bin Hazrat Shah Ahmed Saeed Mujdadi Dehlavi. He has written some
books in Madina and the details of books are as follows.
1. Barkat Anas Lilzari Qudus, Kutub Rahla, and these books were written in Arabic
in the year 1279 Hegira and he was writing
in the Persian Barkat Darin Llhujaj Harmain Manasak Hajj,
He was died on the last night of the Safar month in the year 1289 Hegira in
Madina as per writing in the book Nuhat Khwatarj volume 7 page number 9.

41. Haji Shah Maqsood Ali Banarsi

He was a person of innermost and a follower of Shariat (Islamic) law and a pious
person. And he has become a disciple of the Miyan Ji Abdul Wahid Ansari resident
of the Lilapur in the chain of Chistia. And he was obtained permission and caliphate
from him. In the Lilapur he has constructed one room in the garden in which he used
to engage in the remembrance of Allah and endeavours. For this room Badi Imaman
who has registered and executed this Gift deed in the year 1277 Hegira in his favour.
He has a large circle of his disciples and the disciples. Many miracles have been
done by him. Among his caliphs, Haji Yousuf Ali Shah is well known and famous
and he died on 17th Shaban in the year 1330 Hegira.
He has much interest and fondness in the poetry of his nature. And he has a pen
name as Shaur. In his poetry, there was the especial colour of Sufism which was
found in it. In his Dewan, there are found odes of Persian and Urdu languages. And
which is saved by his disciples.
He died on 12 Rabil Awwal in the year 1285 Hegira and he was buried in the room
in the garden in Lilapur locality. There will be an arrangement of the annual death
anniversary.
42. Shah Gharib Hussain Banarsi
He was a person with the knowledge of Allah and a darwesh person of Allah. Babu
Jagat Narayan Singh a wealthier person of Banaras who has many devoted to him
and who has constructed one mosque in his memory. And the locality of that place
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was named as Jagat Ganj in his name. Shah was such a strange person on whom
there was faith by Hindus Muslims persons equal.
He died in the year 1205 Hegira and he was buried inside of the mosque of Jagat
Ganj.

43.Shah Gafur Ashraf Samani

He belongs to the family of Sultan Ashraf Jehangir. He was a great Sufi person of
his time. He lived in Banaras for a long period of time. He has died on 17 Shaban
in the 1226 Hegira. On the other side of the Ganga river, his grave is situated in the
Basihsurpur village adjacent to Ramnagar village.

44. Moulana Shah Abdul Subhan Machli Shari Banarsi

He was born on 11th Zil Hajj in the year 1233 Hegira in the morning time on
Friday at the place of Machli Shahri. His father’s name was Moulana Fazal Imam
Abbasi and as per lineage genealogy, he was Abbasi and Ansari from her mother's
side. At the time of his birth his grandfather who was very famous and well know
and expert in astrology. He was predicted at that time that “This boy will be affected
in severe disease at the age of seven years. If he will be safe from this disease then
he will be drowned in the water and if he will be safe from calamity by the grace of
Allah then he will reach the age of 80 years. And in such age, he will be benefitted
from services of big learned and sheikh persons of his time.” As per his prediction,
he has become ill by blood dysentery and in such time of disappointment Hazrat
Shah Fazal Allah Dehlavi who came to Banaras by chance. And due to his prayer,
he regained his health and was becoming well due to the recovery of his health. Then
at the age of 10 years by chance, he went to the water tank along with his father to
have a bath there and he was drowned in the water but he was safe from this problem.
Upon recovery of all these problems, he was began engaged in the study of the
Quran. He has studied the Quran with his father. And he studied Persian with Shaikh
Barkat Allah Ansari. Then he came to Jaunpur. But there he could not find sources
of the knowledge so he went to Banaras and he was lived in service of Moulana
Talib Al-Haq Lucknowi who was a resident of Mosque Chowk Banaras and from
him, he has studied Arabic. He has an interest and fondness with for learning Persian.
So he went in the service of Qadim Hussain and who a resident of Katwapura and
who was a member of the family of Mulla Umar. And who has come to Banaras
from obtaining knowledge from Lucknow. He has studied with him his books of
composition and Dewan. During that period he was appointed as a teacher to teach
Velayat Hussain Khan and Qurban Hussain Khan in the villa of Nawab Shariat
Allah. And during that period he has studied some books of Arabic by Mustafa Sher
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Bihari and who was the disciple of Moulavai Qadim Hussain. At that time Banars
became a central place of learning and knowledge. During that time following
learned and well-known persons who were staying in Banaras.
1.Moulana Ahmed Allah Muhadith Dehlavi.2. Moulana Rahmatullah Dehlavi and
who was the special disciple of Moulana Shah Abdul Aziz Dehlavi 3. Moulana
Ghulam Yahiah Banarsi.4. Moulana Ghulam Hussain Janupuri.5. Astrologer
Moulana Ghulam 6. Moulana Qutubuddin Farang Mahli. He has mentioned one
event of his student days as follows.
One day at the time of morning prayer he was going in the Mosque of Chowk and
after the prayer, he has seen one pious person who was in sleeping condition on the
floor of the mosque. And that person has asked him “Who are you.”He has replied
to him that he is a student. Then he was asked his name. So he told him his name as
Abdul Subhan. After that, he has asked his education and place of residence. Then
he asked his name so he was told him that his name is Syed Abdallah Qandhari.
Then he asked him “When did he come there.”? And he has said that he arrived
yesterday night. So for this reason by the way, he was thinking that he is a pious
person did not eat food and drink in this matter. Then he brought food and drink for
him soon. That holy person has asked which he did this trouble in this matter so he
said to him that for the sake of benediction in this matter. So he has eaten something
from that food and he has given some food for his eating. Then that person told him,
brother, to come to visit him. And he said yes by the will of Allah. Then afterward
he used to be in his service on a regular basis. Due to the service of Syed Sahib and
under his shadow of coordinating he was completed nourishment of knowledge and
spirituality.
One day he said to him that “I am watching your interest toward logic brother read
Islamic law, duties and principle, faith, so that which will help you in this matter. So
on the next day before Friday prayer, he has brought book Waqaya and at that time
Hazrat was sleeping. He was waking up and he has recited verse Fataha while raising
his hands. After reciting verse Fataha there was finding a good smell and which
spread in the whole building of the mosque there. At that time reading the book was
started. Then he has asked him “Do you know why there was a smell there.?” Then
he said that “ He felt as such that there came two holy persons after the recitation of
Fatah. And the smell was coming from the dress of those persons.” Then he said that
“You are saying right. The last prophet of Allah along with the author who came
here.” Then the student told him that “ This is the result of your favour of attention
otherwise where is the connection of the personality of dust and where is status of
the pure world.”
During the time of the reading of the Waqaya, he has seen strange dreams as
such that he will find him in the place of one meeting, sometime he will find himself
at the bank of the river and sometime in the desolate plain area. One day he went
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into one meeting in the dream. One holy person has given him one book and he has
asked him to keep that book safely with him. Then he went into service of Syed
Saheb then he has asked whether you have got any book in the last night. So he said
yes. Then after laughing, he said that tomorrow Sharah Waqaya which will be ended
with good and in happy condition and it was its glad tiding. So it has happened like
that.
He has the connection of pledge and devotion with Shah Gulzar Kashnavi. Till
his stay there he has lived in the locality of Kandi Gartola. A large number of people
who were becoming his disciples. And who is still found. The handwritten
manuscript of his sayings (Malfuzat) and Dewan which is not printed and which is
found safely in the Hindustani Printing Press and his son Maulavi Shah Noor Al-
Haq is the owner of the above press. And who has died. And his son Qari
Mohammed Ibrahim and with him, these books are safe and secure. His library of
handwritten books is still founded. And it is full of rare books.
He has much interest and fondness to collect the books. There was one book store
of Abdul Ahad Irani under the Mosque of Chowk. And that person has much
fondness of handwritten books. He usually purchases books from his shop.
He died on 27 Rabil Awwal in the year 1323 Heigra when his age was 89 years
old. And his successor is his grandson Qari Mohammed Ibrahim. His son Moulavi
Noor Al-Haq who died in recent time.
His tomb is situated near the Onchu mosque near the Shaker water tank and which
is at higher ground level. The death anniversary is celebrated every year. His disciple
Haji Ghansan also buried near him. Noor Al-Haq has fixed inscription on his father’s
tomb and one couplet’s translation and interpretation are as follows.

He was special Sufi and who had good attributes

So it is said he was a special person of merciful God

45. Syed Shah Saber Ali

He was a holy person of Banaras in the 13th Hegira century. He has got the saintly
dress from Qari Noor Al-Haq Rampuri. And he has become a disciple in the chain
of Chistiya. And who in his whole life he was avoided to sleep. And he was always
engaged in daily recitals. In the condition of drowsiness, he will sit by the side of the
wall with the help of a pillow in the remembrance of the name of the personality of
Allah for 125,000 times and he will be used to finish in one breath. And a long period
of time he was observed fasting on a permanent basis. And he has spent the nights
waking. He will be used to breakfast with 7 loaves or 3 dates.
Many miracles have been done by him. And which are famous and well known.
The number of disciples is very much in Banaras and around its nearby places.
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He has left this world on 4th Safar in the year 1277 Hegira when he was 60 years
old. In the Baquer Kund near the side of the Salar water tank, his tomb is situated on
the higher ground level. His shrine building and houses are there. His disciple Saleh
Shah Qutub Ali who has re-constructed his tomb on the grand scale. His son Shah
Syed Shams Haq who was inscribed on the door of the tomb his date of death and
its translation and interpretation is as follows.

On the 4th Safar, Saber went on his last journey

So he left this world and towards the heavenly abode

His tomb in Banaras which is famous even today for the fulfillment of desires and
wishes of the person who visits his grave. Every year there will be celebrated his
annual death ceremony and in which a large number of the visitors will participate
in it from far and near places.

46. Hazrat Shah Qutub Ali Banarsi

His old native place was Azamgarh and from there he was migrated to Banaras
on a permanent basis. His lineage genealogical link which reaches to Hazrat
Maqdum Biabani. And who is the caliph of Hazrat Haji Chiragh Hind Zafarabadi
Suherwardi. He was a pledge on the hands of Hazrat Shah Syed Sabir Ali Banarsi
and he was wearing the saintly dress of the caliphate and he was engaged in worship
and mystical exercise. He has performed Chilla (Chilla (Persian : ‫ چله‬, Arabic : ‫أربعين‬
, both literally "forty") is a spiritual practice of penance and solitude in Sufism is
known mostly in Indian and Persian traditions.) in the Chilla place of Hazrat Chiragh
Hind Zafarabadi. One day he went to visit the tomb of Hazrat Shaikh Sharafuddin
Yahiah Munir Bihari. And where he has stayed there for 11 days. And he was living
there without taking food and drink. On the 12th day one guest who has arrived there
so for this reason he was worried about this matter. So he went into the jungle and
he has prayed in the court of Allah that “ Oh Allah still he was alone there and now
one more guest has come there. You are the keeper of the respects. He came there at
the time of Maghrib prayer and prayed. After Eisha prayer one holy person who
came there with a tray in which there was food. Upon asking with him the holy
person told him that “Your grandfather Adam has sent the food. And my name is
Ilyas.
He lived for a period of 8 years in the endeavors in Pakpatam by eating Farid herb
only there. And he was living for a period of six months in the condition of Chilla in
the tomb of Syed Mizan Pheka Tarmazi Swani in Kaliyar Sharif for a period of six
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months and he was engaged in the inverse endeavor in the Chilla place of Hazrat
Syed Abdul Quddus Gangohi. In Rudli he has lived there for a period for a long time
by only eating grass in his endeavours.
In the beginning period with permission of his spiritual master, he was staying
on the mountain in a Bhava village in Mirzapur district and from where there was
started water spring and he was made one room on the big rock of the stone. In which
he stayed in it for a period of two years and the room which is still found there.
In the year 1315 Hegira, he was visited Makkah for the Hajj pilgrimage. In Delhi,
he was completed on Chilla on the tomb of Hazrat Bakhtiar Kaki. At the time of
Tahjud, Fajar and Maghrib prayer he was used in conducting the circle of the
remembrance of Allah. He will give special instructions to the disciples for the
performance of the daily prayer. A large number of his disciples who are found in
Rudli and in Banaras. He went to Ajmer along with caravan people via Ramnagar
Chakiya. And from Ajmare he has come to Rudli Sharif then he has become ill there.
He died on 26 Rajajb in the year 1319 on Sunday. And from there, his corpse was
shifted to Banaras. In Banaras, he was buried near the tomb of his spiritual master
Hazrat Shah Syed Sabir Ali. The flat roof of his tomb is the same as per the model
of Ajamare. The tomb is made of high-quality marbles. There is an inscription of the
date of death on the door of the tomb.
There will be an organized annual death ceremony every year. And for his tomb,
there are properties that are in the endowment. So, for this reason, there will be an
available public kitchen for the entire year. So, for this reason, his place of the tomb
is well known and famous as Lungar (public kitchen).
Shah Saheb has arranged money for digging many water wells and construction
of the mosques for public welfare works. In Chakia he has constructed tomb of Shah
Abdul Latif and one well and one mosque there. In Rudli he has constructed tomb
of Hazrat Maqdum Abdul Haq. And for which there were spent Rupees five
thousand. And in Nandavan he has constructed one mosque in which there is
available a piece of a chain of Hazrat Baba Shaker Ganj Shrine and also there is the
stone of Kaba from Makkah which is found there.

47.Shah Syed Shams Al-Haq Chisti Banarsi

He was the single son of Shah Syed Sabir Ali Banarsi and in the year 1315 Hegira,
he was a pledge on the hands of Shah Qutub Ali Sahib. And he has obtained the
caliphate and permission from the family of Chahar. There were many benefits from
his personality in Banaras. He has written many magazines is Sufism. He has died
on 7th Safar in the 1316 Hegira and he was buried inside of the flat-roofed tomb of
his father Hazrat Shah Sabir Ali.
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48. Hazrat Shah Mohammed Ismail Banarsi

He was well known and famous pious of Banaras. He has much interest and
fondness of the reading of the books from his childhood. First, he has memorized
the holy book of the Quran. Then he was living in the service of Reza Ali Qutub
Banarsi and he was much benefitted in his company. His father Hakim Bab Allah
who was died in his childhood period. So, for this reason, he was also an orphan. He
has studied knowledge of medicine of the human body in the service of a famous
doctor and Hakim Baderuddin who was a resident of Salimpur locality. For the
training of spirituality, he went into the service of Moulana Shah Mohammed Fasih
Ghazipuri and he was pledged on his hands in the Chain of Naqshabandia.
During that period he was going to Makkah for the Hajj pilgrimage. There are
some of his books which are well known and famous. I have seen two books which
are as follows.
1.Darah Nizam Fi Mana Qarah Qalaf Imam and which was published in the year
1292 Hegira by Siddiqi Press in Bareli. As per the law of Hanfi in which it was given
proof of not reciting verse Fateha behind the Imam. 2 Vasilisa Magfira Fe Yaum Al-
Akhira and which was published in the year 1293 Hegira after his death by Rahmat
Press Nag Kuwan. In these books, there are the order of funeral prayer and funeral
rites and ceremonies of the dead persons.
There were done by him many of the miracles. The miracle of Duwa Istasqa (Salat
ul Istasqa (Arabic: ‫ )صالة اإلستسقاء‬is a prayer consisting of two rakaah performed
during the times of drought to ask Allah for rain. salah = Prayer Rak'at = (One cycle
unit of Muslim prayer from standing position to prostration, back to standing
position) is still well known and famous. And its story is as follows. Once there was
no rainfall and river Barnandi has become dried up in Banaras and there was blowing
off the dust particles there in it.
The Muslim persons have organized the prayer in this matter in Eidgah on the other
side of the Barnandi river where Muslim persons have gathered while keeping
fasting there. The first day at the time of the Asar prayer Moulavi Hakim Baderuddin
came over there. On the second day one another holy person who was standing there.
On the third day, all Muslims by agreeing in this matter has requested in his service.
He said to them that “ He is a useless sin person as there are available many holy
persons in the gathering.” All people told him that “Today is your turn.” At last upon
much insisting he was agreed to go on the pulpit. As per the statement of Haji
Mohammed Taher who was a resident of Kachi Bagh that when he was reached on
the pulpit it was burning like a frying pan so the person wants to spread the cloth on
the pulpit and arrange there for an umbrella for him. But he was not agreed on this
matter. He was stood there and began praying by weeping by removing the turban
from his head. The prayer was accepted by Allah as such that immediately one piece
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of the cloud appeared in the sky at that time. And heavy rainfall was started with
much force. When the people have prayed Asar prayer there then the faces of the
persons were drowned in the water level. After the Asar prayer river Barnadi was
flowing with higher-level water so the boats were brought from the Ganga river so
for this reason return journey was made possible to the persons who were gathered
in Eidgah place for the rainfall prayer. All the people of the city were surprised due
to his great miracle. The businessmen of the city who were standing in two rows to
give him respect and put flowers on him.
He was died on 18th Ramadhan in the year 1294 Hegira on Thursday. At that time
his teacher Moulana Ali Reza Qutub Banarasi was shocked very much due to his
death and he was told that “ Today our right hand was cut off.” And he was saying
one rubai (quatrain) which is inscribed on the grave which is situated on Bato Shahid.
‘Ah Hafiz Ismail’ is the chronogram date of his death. His son Moulana Khail
Rahman who was ten years old at that time. And afterward, he has becoming his
successor. Among his three sons his elder son Moulavi Safi Rahman who was
become his successor upon his death. And who has died. And now his two sons
Moulavi Hafiz Rahaman and Aziz Rahman both are living. These two persons are
the successors of his father and his brother.
From this sincere person (compiler of the book) ’s father Moulana Mohammed
Ibrahim, Moulavi late Hafiz Rahman who has got many connections. And he was a
teacher as well as his brother in relation. Also, he has performed the Hajj pilgrimage
together with him in Makkah so he is called an Arfati brother for this reason. Both
were disciples of one spiritual master Hazrat Shah Abdul Latif Santhanvi.
Moulana Khalil Rahman died at the age of 69 years and he was buried at the side
of his father.

The end.

Final note

In this book, the biographical details of the learned and sheikh persons of Banaras
up to the 13th century, which was added in this book.It is regretted that the details
of some holy persons which were not traceable correctly. So for this reason in this
book, those details are not found. It is possible that after me some other person can
add those details. So the readers are requested to pray Allah for the completion of
the book on this matter.
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The biographical details of the learned and sheikh persons of Banaras who
belonged to the 14th century and which is not available in this book.
If there will be help from the side of Allah then there will be biographical details
that will be gathered and which will be added in another book with the title of
Tazkira Mashaik Banaras which will be published.

Fakir Abdus Salam Nomani

The compiler of the Urdu edition of Tazkira Mashaiq Banaras

THE END.
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2. Maktubat Hazrat Khwaja Baqi Billah

The mausoleum of Hazrat Khawja Baqi Billah

Translated by
Hafeez Anwar
Email: hafeezanwar@yahoo.com
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Published by

© Hafeez Anwar

First Published 1442/2021

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or stored in a

retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or otherwise,
without written permission from the publisher.
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Contents
i. Author’s introduction………………………………………………………….o6
2.Preface………………….…….………………………..…………………………..
.33
1.Maktubat Hazrat Khwaja Baqi Billah……….……………………..….36
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Author’s introduction
My Guinness World Record
Claim ID: 287230
Membership Number: 252956
Dear Mr. Mohammed Abdul Hafeez,
Thank you for sending us the details of your recent record proposal for 'The world
record of translation of two episodes We are afraid to say that we are unable to
accept this as a Guinness World Record.
The details of two episodes
Owaise of Qarni.
Tipu Sultan.
Unfortunately, we do already have a record for this category and what you have
achieved does not better this. The current world record is:
A six page document entitled Universal Declaration of Human Rights, produced by
the United Nations in 1948, was translated into 321 languages and dialects from
Abkhaz to Zulu.
We realize that this will be disappointing to you. However, we have considered your
application carefully in the context of the specific subject area and that of records as
a whole and this is our decision.Guinness World Records have absolute discretion
as to which Guinness World Record applications are accepted and our decision is
final. Guinness World Records may at its discretion and for whatever reason identify
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As your record application has not been accepted, Guinness World Records is in no
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Once again thank you for your interest in Guinness World Records.

Yours sincerely,

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Records Management Team
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An appreciation of work of the author by Iftekhari Silsila

This note shows as an appreciation of Iftekhari Silsila for the work of the translation
of the below book by the author and adding of this book ‘Muslim saints and
Mystics‘ (Tadhkirtal Aliyah by Farid al din Attar) which is very famous in the
Western world among the English knowing persons and on their website.
The link is as follows, which showing the author’s name in the book as Mohammed
Abdul Hafeez R.A., on their website. Its link is as follows

www.silsilaeiftekhari.in/SufiBooks/140/Mohammed%20Abdul%20Hafeez%20R.
A/Tazkara-tul-Aulia%20(Memories%20of%20the%20Saints).aspx

This is the Official site of Iftekhari Silsila. ... Mohammed Abdul Hafeez R.A; Sirat
Faqr-ul-Arifeen Maulana Hakeem Sayyed Sikandar Shah R.A; Swaneh-e-Maulana
Room Shaikh Shibli Nomani R.A; Sufi

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About author Hafeez Anwar

Is a well-known author, some of his books are a fascination for readers like in the
Hadrat Khaja Shamsuddin Turk & Hadrat Bu Ali Qalandar book, this is one of the
most wanted HAFEEZ ANWAR author readers around the world.
Dear All
Salam
Please find the link as follows
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Regards
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Anwar Hafeez
Email hafeezanwar@yahoo.com

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Author’s Introduction

The publication note in the Second Episode by Mr. David Rosenbaum of New
York Times

Farid Al- din Attar is considered one of the preeminent mystical poets of the
Persian Literary tradition. The duration of his life is uncertain, though he can be
placed in the 12th and 13th centuries c. e. born in Nishapur in what is today Iran,
Attar apparently was a pharmacist, but little information about his personal life
is known. During his lifetime he is believed to have written approximately 9
books, including such famous works as the Manteq Al- Tayr ( the conference of
the birds) and the Ilahi- Nama (the book of god) . Muslim Saints and Mystics is
an abridgement, translated by A. J. Arberry, of Attar' s only known prose work:
Tadhkirat Al- Auliya ( the memorial of the saints) , which he worked on
throughout much of his life and which was available publicly before his death.
In what is considered the most compelling entry in this book, attar relates the
story of the execution of Hallaj, the mystic who had uttered the words “ I am the
truth” in a state of ecstatic contemplation. Arberry's translation is an
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abridgement; the entry on Owaise Al- Qarani translated by Mohammed Abdul

Hafeez, B. Com. , Hyderabad, India, omitted in Arberry' s text, is included in the
following link: Owaise al- Qarani.
Kindly note this episode is very popular on the internet and no other article of the
same title is not meeting the reader’s requirement and giving full details. So for
the reason in many countries, this article is very popular and added on many web
sites for the public reading as well for the reference and research purpose. The
detail on U.S.A. website on which the second episode is available as follows.
============================================
Owaise of Qarni
113k - adobe pdf - view as html
=============================
On him, which were explained by the prophet. Then Owaise of Qarni . . .
Translated from Urdu to English by Mohammed A. Hafeez, B.Com. Hyderabad,
India. , reference book . . .
www.omphaloskepsis.com/ebooks/pdf/Owaise.pdf.And

Tadhkiratal-Auliya’ by Farid-AL-Din Attar

Introduction
Farid Al-din Attar is considered one of the preeminent mystical poets of the
Persian literary tradition. The duration of his life is uncertain, though he can be
placed in the 12th and 13th centuries C.E. born in Nishapur in what is today Iran.
Attar apparently was a pharmacist but little information about his personal life is
known. During his lifetime he is believed to have written approximately 9 books,
including such famous works as The Manteq Al-Tayr (The Conference of the
Birds) and The Ilahi-Nama (The book of God) Tadhkiratal-Auliya (Muslim
Saints and Mystics) is considered world famous classical book of Persian
literature which printed and re-
Printed in many countries.

An abridgement, translated by A.J. Arberry, of Attar's only known prose

work Tadhkirat Al-Auliya (The Memorial of the Saints) which he worked on
throughout much of his life and which was available publicly before his death.
Arberry's translation is an abridgement. The entry on Owaise of Qarani
translated by me which was omitted in Arberry's text is added to the above web
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site. In Tadhkiratal-Auliya Sheikh Farid-Al-Din Attar wrote many chapters and

in those chapters there is full information and details of the titles are available .
His style of writing is most interesting and for this reason the readers will
remember the chapters from the above great book for a longer time .
Due to many great chapters this book is very famous in the world and it
translations are available in many languages of the world. Mr. David
Rosenbaum’s email message about the publication of the episode ‘Owaise of
Qarani’ on the website www.omphaloskepsis.com of U.S.A.
-------------------------------------------------------------
On Jun 8, 2005, at 9:24 AM,
David Rosenbaum <lijphart@mac.com> wrote:

Attention : Mr. Hafeez,

I have received the RTF file.
Thank you.

Will post it during the next update of the site.

David Rosenbaum
----------------------------------------------------------------------------

Thanks to Mr. David E. Rosenbaum of New York Times

The second chapter Owaise Al-Qarani was published on the following web
site by Mr.David E. Rosenbaum as he was the editor of the web site below. Mr.
David E. Rosenbaum's publication note about the entry on Owasie of Qarni.
Muslim Saints and Mystics is an abridgement, translated by A.J. Arberry, of
Attar's only known prose work: Tadhkirat al-Auliya (The Memorial of the
Saints), which he worked on throughout much of his life and which was
available publicly before his death. In what is considered the most compelling
entry in this book, Attar relates the story of the execution of Hallaj, the mystic
who had uttered the words "I am the Truth" in a state of ecstatic contemplation.
Arberry's translation is an abridgement; the entry on Owaise al-Qarani
translated by Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B. Com., Hyderabad, India omitted in
Arberry's text, is included in the following link: Owaise al-Qarani.
====================
2. Owaise of Qarni (PDF)
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will create 70,000 angels same as Owaise of Qarni

(Clone) and when ... Owaise of Qarni told him to stay
there and he went away and ...
www.omphaloskepsis.com/ebooks/pdf/Owaise.pdf - 113k -
View as html - More from this site –Save.
====================

New York Times reporter Mr. David E. Rosenbaum was beaten,

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robbed and dispatched to his death

On the Friday night of Jan. 6, 2006 in Northwest Washington, when New York
Times reporter Mr. David E. Rosenbaum was beaten,robbed and dispatched to
his death. But in history of the book TadhkiratAl-Auliya ( Muslim Saints &
Mystics ) the name of Mr. David E. Rosenbaum will be remembered always as
he had published the above article with the special note with the following
details. 1. Some details about the life of Farid Al-din Attar . 2. The details of
the works by Farid Al-din Attar . 3. He also introduced the translator (
Mohammed Abdul Hafeez B.Com. ) and his work of translation of the second
main chapter Owaise of Qarni from the above book. The above second episode
is from Tadhkirat Al-Auliya (Muslim Saints & Mystics ) by Farid Al-din Attar.
My works.
Some of my English translation works include the following books.
1. Tadhkirtal Auliya (Muslim Saints & Mystics) - A.S. Noordeen Malaysia.
2.Muslim Saints of Hyderabad
3.Gulzar Auliya
4.Kashaf-ul-Asrar
5.Bahar-E-Rahmat.
8. Hasth Bahist
9.200 kid books
10.The 100 names of Madina city
11. The Muslim Saints of of Bider
12. The Muslim Saints of of Bejapur
14.Tadhkirtal Auliya (Muslim Saints & Mystics)
15.Biography of Hadrat Syed Shah Ghulam Afzal Biabani
16. Khair Majalis the advices of Hazrat Nasiruddin Chirag Dehlavi
17. Biography of Hazrat Khaja Usman Haruni
18. Biography of Hazrat Baba Tajuddin Nagpur
19. Anis Arwa by Hazrat Khaja Moinuddin Chisti
20. Biography of prophet Mohammed (peace be upon him)
21. Biography of Hazrat Mashooq Rabbani Warangal
22. Biography of Hazrat Shah Shah Afzal Biabani
23. Biography of Hazrat Syed Shah Sawar Biabani
24. Muslim Saints of Warangal
25.Muslim Saints of Chennai
25. Muslim Saints of Aurangabad
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This book is already released by Amazon books U.S.A. during the year 2014 and
its selling price is USD 5.00 per copy and which can be had directly the from
the below address.
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In this book three lengthy episodes of Farid al-Din Attar’s book ‘Muslim Saints
and Mystics’are added and in which world famous episode about Sheikh Abul
Hasan Qarqani is available and it is informed of the general public and other
learned persons of knowledge of saints and mysticism that the biographical
details of Sheikh Abul Hasan Qarqani are not found except in this episode of this
book. Address is given as follows from which this book can be had directly.
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My three poems

Please find my three poems which are as follows and these are well known and
famous since my college days and which were already published in the A.U.
College Magazine of Hyderabad and now I have added these poems in this book.
The Taj Mahal

In the darkness of night

I visited the tomb of white
Full beautiful in the glorious moon light
Shah Jahan’s love and Mumtaz’s beauty
Making fun of today’s love and poverty
No-one leaves without feelings of beauty
After seeing the Taj Mahal’s majesty
The Taj was reminding me the duty of love
And showing the king’s power of love
Even today in the darkness of strife
The Taj is preaching a lesson of love and life.
By Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B. Com.
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In Thy memory

Her death day came with the fragrance of loving memories

Which shaken the depth of our saddest loving memories
Even the seasonal changes and other worldly affairs
Could not diminish away her saddest loving memories
Due to the saddest grief, our souls are broken
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We are worldly losers and our hearts are broken

Oh : her saddest memories you must not die
Guide us to cover the deliverances of the world
Oh : the heavenly Lord takes Thou care of this beloved soul
Who never faced any worldly peace and pleasure.
By Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B. Com.
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The Dim flame

When the flame of her life was going to dim

No one of us not there to say goodbye
It is how painful for our whole lives
That we cannot see her at death time
Death is sure for every human beings
But how her strange death was indeed?
Her loving relatives were far from her
And they cannot reach for the last visit
We should believe in the heavenly Lord
Who made our vast and great human land
Sure, she has gained a position in the grave land
so, We should not worry Allah is great and known.
By Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B. Com.
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The author wept very much at the Kazipet grave yard

The author upon his return from his service of the foreign country visited Qazipet
after a gap of many years the grave of his grandfather and grandmother at
Qazipet recently in the month of May 2014.
When he visited the grave of his grandfather, which is under a big Neem tree and
its shed is spread over large areas of the graveyard and my grandmother’s grave
is situated beside the grave of my grandfather. Both graves are well maintained
so are available in the good condition.
As the both graves are under the big old Neem tree so there is too much shade as
well as so much cold and peaceful atmosphere and comfort is available there. So
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an atmosphere of peace and comfort is available there too much due to the
coolness of the branches of Neem tree which is prevailing in the grave yard. For
this reason an atmosphere of coolness and peace condition is there and due to
this reason there will be thinking arise in the mind of the author that both of
them living in the peaceful condition.
However the author wept too much there because his grandfather who was
administrator of the shrine of Kazipet for many years and his grandmother who
lived in Kazipet village for many years and she did many endeavour there and
she helped many needy women and children there so now both of them are
buried in the graveyard of Kazipet shrine and nobody is not there in the village
to visit them from their lineage but many unknown visitors are visiting their
graves there and the author have personally seen many flowers on the graves
which were placed by those unknown persons.

Connection of the author’s family members with Kazipet

When my grand dad Sheikh Dadan reached Kazipet Jagir on his transfer from
another place and he was attracted by the teachings of Sufi Center at Kazipet
Jagir during the period of Hazrat Syed Shah Sarwar Biabani Radi Allahu anhu
the successor and son of great Sufi master Hazrat Syed Shah Afzal Biabani Radi
Allahu anhu. When my grand dad became his disciple and he left immediately
the following things.
1 .He left his superior job in the police department. 2. He left his native place of
Medak. 3. He left his big house in Medak.
Due to the kindness and favour of Hazrat Syed Shah Ghulam Biabani Radi
Allahu anhu my granddad had got the job of estate administrator of Dargah
Sharif and a plot of land of 1000 yards from the center of Kazipet village. On this
plot my granddad had constructed a big house (Gulshan Manzil) on 500 yards
and one big garden on 500 yards.

Bio, links of the author

My name is Mohammed Abdul Hafeez and I have graduated in commerce from

Osmania University, Hyderabad, India. I am a Translator of Islamic books and
interested in Sufi books and have translated 58 chapters from the famous Sufi
book ‘Tadkiratal Awliya’ by Farid El din Attar in the year 2009 from Urdu to
English and some chapters of the book were published on the below web site and
due to kind grace and help of Allah there is good response from its readers in
large numbers on so many web sites.
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The book ‘Muslims Saints and Mystics’ was already published by A. S.

Noordeen Malaysia and in this book available 55 episodes in the year 2013 and
another book Muslims Saints and Mystics also published by Kindle, Amazon U.
S. A., and in this book lengthy three episodes are available in the year 2014.
I am a retired secretary and worked in a Gulf country for many years and having
one son and his name is Mohammed Abdul Wasi Rabbani , who was studying in
St. Domnics school Salimnagar colony Hyderabad and at K.B.N. Engineering
college Gulbega and he is an IT Engineer and working abroad . We are having
four little grandchildren and their names are as follows and among them Shehzan
is very smart boy and my wife’s name is Ather Fatima and my daughter in law’s
name is Juhi Yasmeen and she was educated in St. Domnics school Salimnagar
colony Hyderabad , Vani Girls College and Madina Girls college as an extra-
ordinary and brilliant student of these educational institutions.1. Mohammed
Sulaiman 2. Mohammed Osman 3. Mohammed Shehzan 4. Sahrish Fatima
I enjoy doing translation of Sufi works and my translated first episode are
available with the following publication note of Mr. David Rosenbaum of New
York Times which is available on the above mentioned famous U.S.A. website.
At Kazipet Jagir my dad, Mohammed Afzal and my brother Mohammed Abdus
Samad and Me Mohammed Abdul Hafeez and my sister Meher Unisa were born
there. In Qazipet my father married to Akthar Begum, daughter of Mr. Abdul
Majeed of Bidar district who was working at that time in the education
department as an education officer. After many years of service at Qazipet
Dargah Sharif (shrine ) with great fame and good name my grand dad passed
away and upon his death our big house was deserted as all members of our
family migrated to Hyderabad and some other places, but my grand mom stayed
in the big lonely house with her maidservant as she never thinks to leave the
place of his great Sufi master. Upon living many years there she had been shifted
to Hyderabad when she became ill due to the fracture of her foot, but due to her
great love for the great Sufi Center at Kazipet upon her death, we had taken her
dead body to Kazipet from Hyderabad and she was buried at the back side of the
tomb of her Murshid (spiritual master) Syed Shah Sarwar Biabani. R. A.
During the 1986 I had tried my best to re-settle my family members from
Hyderabad to Kazipet Jagir but I was not successful in this matter as my son's
(Mohammed Abdul Wasi Rabbani) application for admission in St. Gabriel
school Fatima Nagar was not accepted there due to late submission. We are
staying in Hyderabad with our family members, but we never miss any chance to
visit the holy shrine of Hazrat Syed Shah Afzal Biabani R. A. And Hazrat Syed
Shah Sarwar Biabani R.A. At Kazipet Jagir on regular basis.
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An event of the theft during the service of period of my grandfather at Kazipet

shrine

During the period of Syed Shah Ghulam Afzal Biyabani this event was
happening. At that time there was a grant of Rupees fifty towards the salaries of
the staff of Noban Khana (the place from where time is announced by the beat of
the drum) in which there were some staff members used to work there and it was
headed by the supervisor. By the government of H.E.H.The Nizam of Hyderabad
there was every month the royal grant which was used to reach to the custodian
of the Qazipet shrine through the supervisor from the government treasury. From
there it will reach to the administrator of the estate and who will used to
distribute the amount of salaries to all concerned staff.
As per reference by Tufazal Hussain advocate that one month the supervisor of
Nobat Khana who was obtained the amount of Rupees fifty towards the salaries
from the Royal treasury office and he was fled to Hyderabad. But in the shrine
building the staff members were waiting for him to receive their salaries from
him and but at last they were able to know that the supervisor was fled from
Qazipet and he was reached to Hyderabad.
At that time the custodian of the shrine of Kazipet was in Hyderabad. So the
estate administrator Sheikh Dadan, who was grandfather of the translator of this
book was informed the details of this case to Tufazal Hussain advocate and this
event was mentioned by Syed Khaja Sadat Hussain Biyabani in his Urdu book
‘Lemat Biyabani’ (This book was already translated by me with the title of
Biographyof Hazrat Syed Shah Ghulam Afzal Biabani and has been posted by in
the paperback and electronic book formats on amazon.com) and he was
mentioned the details of this event on the pages 110-111 of his book and he was
requested to take action against the supervisor of the police department. In his
reply Tufazal Hussain advocate wrote him that as the custodian of the shrine is
present in Hyderabad and if we start action against him, so due to kindness if the
culprit will be forgiven by him then it will be not proper in this matter to initiate
the case against him. So it is better to take the approval of the action from the
custodian of the shrine first so that it is proper to take further action in this
matter.
It was learnt by me that the estate administrator Sheikh Dadan was sent the
letters by the post to Hyderabad for the kind perusal of the shrine custodian there.
The estate administrator Sheikh Dadan who is the grandfather of this translator
and in whose memory this event was especially translated from the following
book for the information of the readers of the International Internet Libraries in
U.S.A. especially for the readers of these two websites as follows.
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www.calmeo.com and www.scribd.com

Upon this it was happened that supervisor of Nobat Khana after spending of
the amount was reached to see the custodian and he told him all details in this
matter and he requested him to forgive his mistake and he made loud and cry in
this matter and he requested him to allow him to join back in his post.
It was learnt later that the custodian of the shrine was kept the supervisor at his
residence in Hyderabad for a period of three days. During that period the letters
of the Estate Administrator and the advocate was reaching for him. Upon this he
was given the travel expenses from Hyderabad to Kazipet to the supervisor of the
Nobat Khana and was sent him from Hyderabad to Kazipet and he was given the
instruction to the estate administrator which is as follows.
“ That the supervisor was presented in his service and he ashamed of his bad
deed so he was forgiven his mistake in this matter.So you also forgive him and
allow him to join on his duty. Otherwise, he is poor person having small children
with him so they will become economically poor and will be destroyed in this
matter. Arrange the salary of Nobat Khana staff members from another fund.”
So after some days the supervisor was coming back to Qazipet from Hyderabad
and he was allowed to join in his post as per order the custodian of the shrine of
Kazipet and the staff members of the Nobat Khana was paid their salaries from
the other fund by the administrator of the estate.
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Reference: from the Urdu book ‘Lemat Biyabani’
By Syed Khaja Sadat Hussain Biyabani

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Translated by
Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B.Com.
Translator ‘ Muslim Saints and Mystics’
(The Tadhkirah al-Awliya of Farid)

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In the last I request the readers of this article to pray for our grandmother and
grandfather for which the author will be obliged to them for their kind help and
cooperation in this matter. I am also obliged to the unknown visitors of the
graves of the my grand father and grand mother at the graveyard of Kazipet
Dargah for their kind visits and placing of the flowers on the graves and for
which I could not forget this favour and attention so I will pray for them in this
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matter to extend my heartfelt thanks in this matter.

Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B.Com.

Translator ‘ Muslim Saints and Mystics’
(The Tadhkirah al-Awliya of Farid)
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Dear Mr. Hafeez Sahib
Wa Alaykum Assalaam,

Jazakallah for your sincere time and efforts it is an impressive

contribution Indeed, it is a nice English Translation and will help us to share
with English speaking people. There are certain places need to be updated in
your translation. May Allah swt bless you with the spiritual support of Hadrath
Syed Jalaluddin Jamalul Bahar Mashooq Rabbani.
I believe we should enhance the compilation done by Hazrath Syed Aulia Quadri
RA around some 55 years ago-- there are other historical books (should
be available in A.P. Archaeology and State Central Library and other libraries .I
know some books such as Mishkat un Nubuwwah by Hazarath Syed Ghulam Ali
Shah R.A., Mahboob-zil-Menon - Tadkiray Aulia Deccan page 248 and
Tawariqul Auliya second part page 528.
Insha Allah, Ali pasha will gather the information on Hadrat Mashooq Allah R.A
from above mentioned books and from other sources and we will print a revised
edition soon.
Once again, thank you and our heartfelt appreciation for your translation work.
Wassalam.
Kind Regards,
Syed Jalal Quadri
5873 E Beverly Circle
Hanover Park IL 60133
Cell# 847-436-8535

In the loving memory of my mother

Mother you lived long and left us on 3rd November 2016

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And showed us a life by drawing a good road map of life

You protected us since childhood till present time of life

So we cannot ignore you during our entire period of life

Your life was not at all dull in the wasteful ways

It was an example of the struggle for the happy life

Your determination was so great to fight the life

By such you have good benefits you have gained

You acted in the world, but also active in the religion

Your presence was a grace due to the kindness of God

After your demise, was a loss and damage in the house

Her name Akhter, she was a star of the luck in her life

Her life journey was ended in 6 days in the hospital

Left on us an impression which cannot be removed

Oh God, you have been given a position in the world

Kindly bestow the mercy on her final resting place

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Hafeez Anwar
Email: hafeezanwar@yahoo.com
Translator ‘ Muslim Saints and Mystics’
(The Tadhkirah al-Awliya of Farid Al-din Attar

HASTH BAHIST in the TURKISH EDITION

Dear ALL

Good day
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Regards

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The verse Fateha (The opening)

It is difficult Your praise and it is hidden Your virtues in all

You are visible there in all and You are there in everything
For every particle, you are created from the begining to end
You are Sustainer of all not in this world and another world
You are Lord of the worlds and you are forgiver of the worlds
You are kind to all and Your kind favor is there for all persons
Those who are pious then You are merciful to such persons
Your special favour and kindness is there upon all of them
You are the owner everyone settle deeds on judgment day
In your hands is a penalty and a prize and you are the owner
All our worship is for Your sake, oh Lord of the two worlds
All slaves belong to you from the origin, if he is big or small
For our needs you are essential and Your personality is kind
You give all one who calls you as You are a kind helper to all
Guide us such right path now, on which path who went away
With Your graces and all passed away on such path indeed
But there will be no such way never, which is ignored by You
So who lost and misguided on such way due to your anger
This is the prayer of your slave and its is request of your lowest
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Accept the prayer of Sahwi as you are an owner of two worlds

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Hafeez Anwar
Email: hafeezanwar@yahoo.com

In the praise of Hazrat Khwaja Baqi Billah

Oh Shah Baqhi you are famous king of the world

And your name and status is well known everywhere

Hafeez is your devotee, so help him in this project

So that his book can shine in the world with success

Oh Shah does not ignore Hafeez as he is in the need

So that this book project may successful in the world

Oh Shah Baqi still your teachings are like shining starts

When the English edition will publish so it can shine

And will become a light of guidance to the dark world

Those who read book then they can know knowledge

The Shah's chain is fine and so it is working with success

If you want success so can see the Shah Baqhi’s sayings

So Hafeez request with Khwaja Sahib for success of book

So that in the globe this book can show the right way

By Hafeez Anwar, email hafeezanwar@yahoo.com

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Preface

In this book translation of episodes from the Urdu edition of the book Maktubat
Hazrat Khwaja Baqi Billah which is written by the Qazi, Alimuddin is added by me
upon its translation from Urdu into the English and this book is well known and
famous in the Urdu and Persian language. These episodes have been taken from the
above old book of Delhi region and in which there are available some great
achievements of Hazrat Khwaja Baqi Billah in the area of the Delhi, which are not
yet known to the general and special persons and which are added in this book and
which are available in a very interesting style so for this reason, the readers will find
great interest and attention in this matter. Due to the above facts and details, if the
readers will start treading its first page of the book and will not stop reading till they
will reach this book’s last page as some interesting events and as well as other great
miracles and endeavours of holy saint is added in this book and this holy saint was
passed away from the world many centuries and years ago.
Even though this is a small book, but due to its importance it is so great due to
the coverage of many interesting events and positive information so it is like an
ocean of knowledge and information of Khwaja Baqibillah who was passed away
from the world upon doing his great endeavours and many hard tasks for the teaching
and propagation of the Islamic religion and this work of Islam, he was done in the
Delhi area so this book is a great book and it will present the ocean of knowledge
for the guidance of people towards the right path of Islam.

To write about this great Sufi saint and great spiritual master is not only it is difficult
and but it is a very hard task as Khwaja Baqi Billah was not only a great pious
personality of his time in the area of the Delhi but he was also a great and famous
spiritual master so, in brief, he was Qutub (highest cadre in spiritual pivot at axis) of
his time in the Delhi region.
For a long time, he was engaged in religious discourses, sermons, and spiritual
training of the people and he did also many great endeavours for the preaching and
propagation work of Islam in Delhi religion and around this region and there was no
such personality during his time.

The brief biography of Hazrat Khwaja Baqi Billah, the anniversary is on 25

Jamadi us Sani, His name was Razi-Uddin ‘Abul Mowayyad ‘Abdul Baqi bin
‘Abdus Salam of Badakhshan. Popularly known as Khwaja Baqi Billah of Kabul, he
had migrated to Delhi and was a profound sage presenting the picture of the Quranic
verse: “We have not created the jinn and man save for Our worship”.
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Excelling in devotion, piety and holy endeavour,he was the very crucible of
devotion to God emitting the brilliance of love divine. Born about 971-72 Hegira at
Kabul-, he took Maulana Muhammad Sadiq Halwa’i as his teacher and accompanied
him in his tour to Transoxania. There he set his heart on betaking the path of spirit
and terminated his education to call upon the mystic Shaikhs of the area. First of all,
he enlisted himself as a disciple of Shaikh Khwaja Ubaid, a spiritual successor to
Maulana Lutf Ullah. Aspiring to attain the highest reaches of divine truth, he took
Shaikh Iflikhar and then Amir Abdullah of Balakh as his spiritual guides but was not
satisfied till he was drawn in a mysterious manner to Khwaja Baha’uddin
Naqshband, who created in him an inclination to follow the path of mysticism
requiring strict observance of the holy law. After some time he came to Kashmir and
met Shaikh Baba Kubrawi in whose company he acquired excellence and perfection
of spirit. It is reported that during this period of his complete absorption in God, the
unveiling of a stage that the mystics call fans, or extinction was experienced by him.
Khwaja Baqi Billah again took to scouring the country for another spiritual mentor
after the death of Shaikh Baba Kubrawi. During his travels, he had a vision of
Khwaja‘Ubaid Ullah Ahrar from whom he learned the secrets of the Naqshbandiyah
order. There after Khwaja Baqi Billah took the road to the region of Transoxania
where he was granted leave by Shaikh Muhammad Amkanki to practice the
Naqshbandiyah discipline and also to enlist disciples in that order only after three
days’ stay with him. Khwaja Baqi Billah returned to India, stayed for a year at
Lahore where he met the scholars of the town, then he came down to Delhi and took
up residence in the fort of Feroz Shah. The fort had, in those days, a spacious mosque
and a wide canal running beside it. Khwaja Baqi Billah continued to live at this place
until the end of his life’s journey. Being inflamed with the love of God, Khwaja Baqi
Billah often gave way to transports of ecstatic raptures but he always tried to conceal
his spiritual excellence from others owing to his temperamental modesty.The
Funeral of Khwaja Baqibillah one of the mureeds (disciples) of Khwaja Baqibillah,
may God sanctify his secrets, asked him the meanings of the Sufi terms ‘fana’
[annihilation in God] and ‘baqa’ [Everlasting subsistence in God]. The Shaykh said,
"When I die, ask this question to the person who prays my funeral prayer."The
Shaykh had left a condition that only a person who has never missed a single tahajjud
prayer (supererogatory prayer in the middle of the night in addition to the five
canonical prayers a Muslim must perform in a day) in his life should pray my funeral
prayer (Namaz-e-Janazah) and when this condition was prayed out during his funeral
everyone present lowered their heads and no one dared to come forward to read his
Namaz-e-Janazah. Finally a man, his face veiled, came forward and prayed the
funeral prayer. After the prayer as the veiled man walked off the mureed
remembered his Shaykh's answer and ran to the veiled man and grabbed him by the
arm. "My Shaykh asked me to ask you a question about what is fana and baqa'" he
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said. At this, the veiled man removed the veil from his face. It was Khwaja
Baqibillah himself! "The man whose funeral prayer you have just prayed is fana",
he said, "And what you see before you is Baqa!"

Maktubat Hazrat Khwaja Baqi Billah

In the name of Allah the most Beneficent and Merciful

After praise is due to Allah and there should be a blessing on the prophet, and it
should know that this low Fakir person who due to his poor knowledge he is could
not eligible to enter his name in this higher book of knowledge. Due to favour of
unending as well as perpetual kindness the giver of the shelter of the persons of the
worlds and asylum of the persons of truth. The venerable personality of truth and
pious persons. The sun of the guidance, the sky of knowledge of God, the complete
light, the great secret of Allah and owner of soul and universal usage. The person of
time of the Khwaja Mohammed Baqi Naqshbandi Owasi and that of his existence
oh Allah there will be favour on the people of the world, and by his meeting there
will be open chests of the Muslim persons. It is required to mention here that the
author when was entered among servants and slaves of his court and many times
there was the feeling of his fear and pomp and show as well as his horror which was
difficult for me to enter his special lonely residence. Due to his general favour of the
river which helped and given permission to present me in that place. In some of his
meetings the tongue of the time when he will speak the language of pearls then at
that time in this sincere person’s burnt heart of affection and fondness there was
came thought that these phrases of him which will increase the length of life and
happiness of the heart, and which will increase the power of hearing, and which will
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reduce carelessness, and help the guidance of the heart, and which will make the
mind fresh and renewed and for conscious person it makes un-conscious, and it will
give freedom to the soul, so, for this reason, it should be brought in the writing form.
So that the person who has in his heart taste and fondness of godliness and also he
can find the taste of realism and capability so he wants to demand of research and
systematic investigation to establish facts and he can feel happiness upon its reading
and get benefits. Perhaps the God-fearing person’s reflection of the innermost which
can befall upon the time of the writer. And so it will finish for his tightness of
relations. Now this sincere who will be successful upon those desires.

May Allah keep establishing the existence of Khwaja Sahib upon the heads of the
students perpetually. These valuable pearls may continue to appear on the page of
manifestation for the sake of the prophet and his descendants

It should not be hidden that in this magazine where ever you will find the name
of Hazrat Eishan word in this book, then it should be understood that this is referred
as Khwaja Baqi Billah Sahib and those realities and Marif (knowledge of God)
which were spoken by his tongue but as the power of intellect of the copyist which
could able to know perception of the realities. There is short in the power of memory
to understand those gentle passages. If there will be any mistake of the meaning or
word to explain such Malfuzat (sayings) then, for this reason, there may be excused
the writer of this book in this matter for his mistake, understanding, and condition
of a mistake by thinking as resulting from it. May Allah forgive this poor person and
all Muslims persons.

After the above details this sincere person wants to mention some beginning
details of the condition it means from which places Hazrat Eishan has found
a connection and from which chain of the intermediary of the previous time he
was got the way. For writing details at the beginning of this magazine I have
gathered these details from one of his letters which are as follows.

First, he was going into the service of Khwaja Obeidallah and repented for his
sins. But in the innermost still, there was thinking of return and also there was the
intention of leaving. And in appearance, there was the request of starvation. Khwaja
Abdallah, who was the caliph of Hazrat Moulana Lutafallah.And Moulana
Luftafallah who was the caliph of Moulana Khajigi Damidi. When he did not find
firmness in him, then for the second time he went into the service of Iftikhar Shaikh
and who was from Samarqand and who belongs to the family of Khwaja Ahmed
Yasir and he repenting before him. Even though that holy person was not agreed on
in this matter and he used to tell him you are still young. As there was the firm
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intention of Khwaja Eshan.So inevitably he was reciting Fateha and he was praying
for firmness for him from the side of Allah. As per wisdom of the heart of those holy
persons his such intention was broken also. There were fallen many kinds of bad
things. Then, without his ceremony and option, he went into the higher service of
Hazrat Amir Abdalla Balqi and he has repented again before him and upon shaking
his hands there was available to him such grace which was not hoped in this matter.
It is hoped that till the day of the judgment the benediction of the bestowing and
reward will be available there. In short, for some period of time in this way he has
kept in his look on Sharia (Islamic law) law and mystic way’s limits. Then, due to
the effect of the name of despicable, there was broken the wall. At last, only due to
advice of Allah in the dream he was repenting in the service of Hazrat Khaja
Bahauddin Naqshband. There was created the desire of the way of the holy persons
in the heart. As the drowning person who will struggle for holding the piece of grass
in the water so in this same way he went here and there and he was tried and
did endeavours in this matter. One day some pious person who was told him that
recital which will reach by hand to hand to the prophet of Allah. Which is much
more beneficial in this matter. As there was a desire in the heart. Upon hearing this
matter he was followed remembrance of Allah, recitals and meditation method of
that holy person’s chain. As it was heard that unless there will be no endeavours of
the recital of the plain of the Laillha by mystic persons for a period of 40 years then
he will not reach the destination Illah. So for the misunderstanding, he thought this
matter as a blessing for him. He thought that such and such time should be spared in
the remembrance of Allah. And so in this worship of manifest, it should be required
content in this matter. Even though there will be invisible indications of some other
mystic way during this time. But as there was foot, which was fixed on this matter
so for which he was not left from there for this reason. So the holy persons of this
mystic way’s earth (Here there is a verse from the Quran and its meaning and
interpretation are that “In which there is everything which is desired by the soul)
of favour in which who will sow seed in it. It was known that due to favour of the
hand of the holy person that seed will be irrigated and will become green by the
water of the river. There is the verse of the Quran here and its meaning and
interpretation is that “It was not seen it in the eyes as well as not heard by the ears”.

At last, he was reached to Kashmir. And he was reached in the presence of Hazrat
Shaikh Baba Bhai Wali and due to chance of the grace of his eyes, he was much
benefitted. There was the praise of Allah and his favour and so those looks have
opened the door of approval. As the above Sheikh, who has with him the permission
of religious instruction of the system of the chain of Naqshbaniya. The student's
capability will be toward the door of his holy persons. So due to favour of Allah’s
swing the door of that family will shake in this matter. After the death of Khwaja
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Sahib that invisibility was manifested and which was reliable with Khaja
Naqshaband. The souls of the holy persons who appeared in the dream and given
him religious instruction in this matter. And due to favour of the holy persons, the
connection has become very strong.

And the circle of invisible has become wide and there will be ahead of the way
which will become clear and clean. And there will be available some peace in this
matter. Until such that the favour of such holy persons who pull him
towards patron of realities and giver of religious instruction and skill and his name
is as follows and in the whose service of blessing of the Khwaja Amakangi he was
present there. Upon my willingness and inclination was shaking his hand and done
pledge and was able to get the system of the spiritual masters. Due to the blessing of
the prophet and due to favor of the Khwaja Naqshband as well as due to the sake of
the souls of his caliphs and due to mystic initiate persons of this way and it was
possible for me to entry among humble persons of this court.

“Oh, Allah keeps me alive as a poor person and kill me as a poor person. And
raise me among the group of poor persons.”

There is Salam upon such persons who follow the way of the
guidance.

The first meeting

On the Saturday on the first Safar month in the year 1009 Hegira this Fakir person
who was present in the service of the Hazrat Eishan. In those days there was the love
of one young person in my heart. There was coming of thinking of that young person
always and which used to disturb me. By the language of the innermost, I have
sought help from this personality of dignity (Hazrat Eshan). So that there will be no
more worry in this matter. After some time one person came to the meeting place.
And he was saying Salam and respect in the service of Hazrat Eishan. And he was
paid much attention and kindness to that person. And he has given him the order to
sit there. After part one some time Hazrat Eishan said that “There are three faults of
marriage. The first fault is to the soul. Because in the soul there will be much
thinking of sex in it like the snake, which will be killed by cold and which will be
lying there by unconscious condition and without any movement. When there will
be a fall of sunlight upon him then he will become alive again. In the same way soul
at that time, which will be out of control. And its cure is that there should be not
required engrossment always in the thinking of sex and success. And should not
leave loose bridle of the control. The second fault will fall on the heart. So, for this
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reason, there will dismiss the faith. Because at that time in the faith about
Razzaq (Sustainer) of reality and which will be there as fault as well as there will be
damage to the trust in Allah. And its cure is that “Not to be about thinking of
sustenance because Allah is the guarantor of sustenance to all slave persons.In that
situation, Hazrat Eishan said that “It is not trusted to leave all resources and live in
the condition of idleness because it is an act of manner-less thing. But to use sources
as per Islamic law like copying work, etc., and have looked at the sources. Because
the source is the door which was made by Allah for reaching of sustenance. If any
person who will shut down the door and think that there will be a fall of the
sustenance from the upper side so there will be how is such an act of the mannerless-
ness.Because the door which was made by Allah to keep it open. And ahead of it,
there is the option of Allah to send sustenance from the door or from the upper side.
And have look at success. Also, there is the same condition of it. Because by
empowering upon the endeavors and which will be to look at the success is less
courage and is like of the left of the sources.

The third fault is spiritual. And that is slow of the absorption. And which created
due to attract of the beautiful things. Because the soul is a place of absorption of
Allah.When there will be fondness of beautiful and lovely women. And there will
become less absorption of Allah.Its cure is that there should be no fondness of
beautiful and lovely women very much because in this world who will involve in the
love of the beautiful faces than for always he will live in the heavy veil and covering
for this reason. And if that woman should be not Mahram and who is marriageable
kin with whom marriage or sexual intercourse would be considered no haram, no
illegal in Islam, or people from whom purdah is obligatory or legal escorts of a
woman during journey longer than a day and night, 24 hours. So on the day
judgment, their best face, which will be changed to bad face and she will be given
to the person who was in her demand and will be given to the lover of that beautiful
face of the world woman. At that time there will be no taste for that person in the
presence of Allah. For this holy person who has counted this love of faces into love
mystic ways in which is hesitation in this matter.On the higher mystic way of
Naqshbandiya which is untrustworthy and improbable. Then Hazrat Eishan said that
“In some books, it is mentioned that Khwaja Bahauddin used to cure some of the
students who will have the poor capability with them so for this reason he used to
ask such students that they should have first love of faces.And when they will have
the perfection of un-relation in this love then till such except this one relation they
did not have any relation with them then with his some usage he will turn their hearts
from love of the faces. All their relations have been kept away from them by this
time. So, for this reason, they will have a presence and knowledge.This action of
Hazrat Eishan depends upon the issue of Islamic jurisprudence that doctor of an
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expert who will give the order to the patient to eat unlawful things. As there is no
cure for the patient other than this prescription of the unlawful thing.Then, with some
of the Imams (Imam, Arabic imām (“leader,” “model”), in a general sense, one who
leads Muslim worshippers in prayer. In a global sense, the imam is used to refer to
the head of the Muslim community (Ummah). Eating of the unlawful thing is
lawful.Khwaja Ganj Baksh who is the leader of the mystic way. Who said infidel
persons who say the above thing is permissible. So instead of it, Khwaja Ganj Baksh
will not prefer to establish an axis of mysticism on this matter.And this is not
the dignity of pious Khwaja Sahib said that “In every person who have the ability
and capability of mysticism, whether he will give him order, no but those who want
to enter in the mystic way, but in his capability there will be no way of acceptance
of presence and knowledge before so for this reason, in the beginning, he will engage
him in this work for some days. Then, with his attention and usage, he used to take
the person to a higher aim.”During this period this Fakir has asked him that, “ If the
person on the mystic way and presence if he will be involved in this difficulty than
what cure it should be applied in this matter.?” Then Hazrat Eishan told that “If he
has his spiritual master then he should tell him before this.So that he can help him
and save from that problem with his usage.Or has shown him the option of the
travel.”And he can leave the city.When he will have presence and knowledge of the
connection to some extent.Then he will not have much love with him. And the
journey will not be much more difficult for him because in presence there is such
power that so against of it there will not there taste or décor of anything. For
perpetual presence, Hazrat Eishan recited following Urdu couplet and its translation
and interpretation is as follows.

For some days are silent and have a failure

But after that sit with wine glass and friend

After Hazrat Eishan said that “There was a sincere friend of Khwaja Ahrar and
his name was Mulla Lutf Allah. And he has the nature of much humour. So, for this
reason, Hazrat Eishan many times used to joke with him. One day he was asked to
him that “Mulla Lutf Allah, if you want to marry, then tell him in this matter which
type of woman you want to have in marriage.” He said to Hazrat Eishan “Green and
sweet.” Then Hazrat Eishan told him that “In the short period of time there will be
over sweetness from him. And there will be remained Sabzi (vegetable). As per the
suitability of this matter, Hazrat Eishan told that “Among the holy person nobody
paid attention towards the perfection of the face. Maulana Jami, who was the leader
of this group of caravan and who left this in the last period of time and which are
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found in his condition and in his poetry. Among them one of the couplet’s translation
and interpretation as follows.”
There has not remained the fear of the love of idols
The sign of their love was totally removed from the heart
He has become a lover of beauty and which is in existence
Then he has removed beauty from the heart, which is mortal

Then by that time, Hazrat Eishan’s sermon was over. May Allah keep Hazrat
Eishan safe and secure. When this copyist was standing and left from the meeting
place, then by that time there was no connection of the relation and which left over
from my heart and it was there no name and sign in the heart. And it was already
removed. So there are praise and admiration of Allah in this matter.

The second meeting

On the second Safar in the year 1009 Hegira on Sunday there was found the
blessing of the wealth of kissing of the foot of the Hazrat Eishan. One person asked
among the audience “That presence without the obstruction of affirmation and
negation as it was written in the magazines of this higher mystic way. So what is its
meaning.?”He said “Presence clearly which it will be established automatically and
it will be available. Then there will be no obstruction of affirmation and negation.”
Then he said that “Salik (mystic initiate) will have personal presence then its
meaning is clear presence which is available. Then he will not be out from the prison
of Touhid (unity of God) of the body. So the existence of body for himself and for
unrelated know it as the existence of reality. There will be available there distinction
and difference. And by this time soul will not reach such a position of destruction
and engrossment. Because of every thing’s distinction will be there with the soul.
This unitarian who will not reach up to this unity of God. Which are authorized and
confirmed by the learned person of Islamic religion and as per research scholars of
the Sufi persons. And in this matter, there is one verse which is as follows with its
translation and interpretation in this matter. “

Pronunciation

‫َو ه‬
‫َّللاُ ِمن َو َرائِ ِهم ُّم ِحيط‬

Wallahu min wara-ihimmuheet

Translation

While Allah encompasses them from behind.

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and God is behind them, All-Encompassing — they have no protector against Him.

(Verse Buruj)

In the above verse, this meaning is mentioned in it. It means it is free and pure
and keeping away from sins. Unless there will be no shine of the light of personal
presence and without causing no ‘fana’ [annihilation in God] to the soul and
engrossment so for this reason there will be no removal of the veil from the face of
the aim. Even this condition will prevail even for one moment and his condition
which is written as per his fate and which will be available as per the ability of the
person. So it may be waiting for this order that Allah may give the existence of
bestowal with cleanliness. And with it, Allah has specialized in his close
personalities. And there is no matter of endeavor and which only relates to the
salvation of Allah. In this situation, the meaning of the following line poetry and
which is matching in this explanation is as follows.

By passing of the knowledge and reach to the known

This is a great success.

The third meeting

On Thursday of the sixth Safar month in the year 1009 Hegira, I was present in
service of Hazrat Eishan. There was a discussion about the research of the personal
love and love of attributes. He said “ The love of the attribute is that somebody who
will keep some person as his friend because he is learned or brave person. In this
case, his love will be for the sake of the attribute of knowledge or bravery. And if
this attribute will be removed, then his love will not be there with that person for this
reason. The personal love is that somebody who will love somebody without caring
for the attribute. It means if there will be the existence of any attribute, then the love
will be more or if there will be no existence of any attribute then the love will be no
more there. Then he said that “In among persons of the omnipresence of God as a
mystical experience, then that person will have personal love when that person does
not have a personal need. So for some persons of this direction (side) which will
keep the love and in that there will have the taste and flavour from the look of the
beloved. So it is not against of personal love. But this matter is the perfection of
personal love. At that time Hazrat Eishan who was taken one book of Hazrat Jami
in his hands which were lying there. In which he was found this holy Hadith
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(Ḥadīth in Islam refers to the record of the words, actions, and the silent approval of
the Islamic prophet Muhammad.) and its meaning and interpretation are as follows.

“To whom my love killed I am its ransom.”

Then Hazrat Eishan told that “In it, Allah was explained method of the
meditation. That when personal love will reach by the degree of fana’ [annihilation
in God] and with entrusting thing then-lover by a finding of the magnificence of
the personality's fondness he will become successful. Here the meaning of ‫ ویت‬is
fond of gain and which will appear in the personal love after fana’ [annihilation in
God]. It means the above method of mediation is the love of personal fondness and
its appearance.So it will reach to the final aim of the destination.

Our mystic system depends upon the following 3 methods.

1. To be firm on the belief of Ahle Sunnah Wa Jamat (The adherents of Sunni
Islam are referred to in Arabic as 'Ahl As-Sunnah Wa l-Jamāʻah')
2. Perpetual Huzur (presence)
3. Worship

If anybody there will be the fault of any one of the above things, then for this
reason that person is out of the method. We pray Allah for his protection and not to
disgrace us after giving us respect.And after acceptance, do not reject us. After this,
the copyist has requested in his service that “ There is a desire by this Fakir what
there is discussed in the meeting, which should be recorded in the writing.” After
much-requested, he said that “Whatever he will write that should show him in this
matter”.The Fakir was much happy due to this reason. There is thinking in the heart
that this is great wealth for this Fakir. Perhaps this happiness which was available to
this Fakir person. Some writings about some meetings which were written by me
without permission of the Hazrat Eishan were submitted in his service. After reading
he told me that “Such matters which were found in the books of the pious persons
so what there is need of writing those details that you have heard from such and such
persons.” Then this Fakir told him that “Due to the light of these sayings the heart
of the Fakir person’s innermost will be enlightening.There will be the power to
understand the saying of the holy persons. The way will become clear and get light.”
He said, “If you are interested in these matters, then you learn this knowledge.” And
what is there need of the writing my sayings. In which there is much interference of
your soul.” So in the helpless condition, I have taken away my hand from this wealth.

And I have out this thought from my heart

The soul kept me away from this thing
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Which caused me to pull me in this fault

Where will I get the caravan I do not know
As such vulture will bring my bones from there

Till such that in the month of Ramadan there was favour of Allah which was there
with me. There was a turn of my good fate. There was an opened bud of hope. There
was removed the veil from the face of the aim. There was available with my fruit of
benediction. It means Shaikh Sarhindi and others who were persons of nearness and
accepted persons of Allah who came there to attend one of the function. So for the
second time, I have requested in his service to write his sayings in the writing. After
much hesitation and reluctance, he was accepted, my request and he said that” To
write such things which are in a mystical way. There should be no mention of stories
and dealings, of the learned persons about which there will be usually much more
there will be discussed on this matter in the books. And not to make like a shop”.As
there was the desire of this Fakir before on this matter.By this time sensual desires
were away from natural intention. And also which was becoming weak. So, for this
reason, this wealth was available to this Fakir. This wealth of benediction which was
got by this mad person.

As per the order of Hazrat Eishan, those stories which will be heard in the
meetings were not added in the script. Even in which there will be much benefited
that were not added in this most possible way. But such stories were added in this
book which was connected by the sayings of the Hazrat Eishan.

Now this Fakir by the help of Allah and with the assistance of the souls of the
spiritual masters as well as the support of the innermost of Hazrat Eishan this Fakir
which started this work. May Allah help me to avoid mistakes and errors in this
matter.

The fourth meeting

On Thursday at 11Th Ramadan in the 1009 Hegira, this Fakir was blessed with
the kissing of the earth. After breaking the fasting one Sufi person who belonged
among the circle of the Hazrat Jalaluddin Thanesari came to visit Hazrat Eishan.
This person came there before breaking the time of fasting. But he was sitting on the
door because he wants to eat food there. There was his habit to eat food always after
Tahjjud supererogatory prayer in the early hours of the morning. And he used to
keep fasting always. Upon Hazrat Eishan his condition has prevailed. He said by
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addressing the audience that “Fasting is like an attribute of Allah and with which
that may attach to it. Allah is free from food eating and drinking. So the slave also
must want to have this nature of Allah and to be attached to it for some time. But the
man should eat at the time pre-dawn meals during fasting time, so that he can express
his meekness. Then he will have the start of the fasting with the manner and with
respect. So that he cannot go out of the circle of slavery. And nature and power
which is a special attribute of Allah so that with which he should be attached. And
in this way standing of the night prayer and which is also attributed so that with
which he should be attached. As in reality, Allah is free from sleep. So, for this
reason, the slave by following this attribute he starts standing in the night prayer. By
becoming rude do not adopt this attribute and on your trust of the power and
capability. But it is required that by evening time to have meals soon and so that
there should be seen the meekness of the slave in this matter. That person who has
changed his previous schedule and demanded the meals soon. If meals were ready,
then the person should eat it. It is said that a person who such stubborn and willful
that even upon the advice of eating meals with the parents he does not use to eat his
meals soon. And that person who used to have meals after a performance of Tahjjud
(Tahajjud may be performed in the early part of the night, the middle part of the
night, or the later part of the night, but after the obligatory `Isha’ Prayer (night
Prayer).) and Tarawih (Tarawih (Arabic: ‫)تراویح‬ refers to
additional prayers performed by Muslims at night after the Isha prayer during the
holy month of Ramadan.). He used to keep fasting on a perpetual basis . He said has
submitted his request in the presence of Hazrat Eishan for which he came there and
after that, he was left from the meeting place. Hazrat Eishan said” in the book
Fawid Fawad at the beginning of his life condition of the Hazrat Ibrahim Bin
Adham that who used to sell firewood for his livelihood. In those days one
worshipper who came into his presence and who used to spend the whole night in
the worship of Allah.It was known to Hazrat Ibrahim that this sustenance is not
lawful. And he told him that it is better you have food with us for some days. Then
he was agreed and without two or three days due to a loaf of lawful sustenance his
work of worship which was becoming such loose that he was unable to perform
Sunnah Mukkadah (Sunnah Mu’akkadah refers to any voluntary act of worship
(such as the Eid prayer, or the two Rakat after the Maghrib prayer) which the Prophet
continuously performed and almost never abandoned. These are not obligatory, but
a person who abandons them is considered blameworthy.) prayer with great
difficulty.” Here the conversation of Hazrat Eishan was ended. His stay was as
sensual due to the blessing of lawful loaf there was no more sensuality with him.
And in its place there came over reality with him.
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The fifth meeting

On Wednesday on 21st Shawwal in the year 1009 Hegira. I went into the
presence of Hazrat Eishan and at that time he was reading the book Nafat An-Nas.
The discussion about status was started. He said Sheikh Abdalla Khafif who got such
status and position that the great persons of time used to offer their daughters in his
service as indigence and benediction as well as meekness to him. And bring their
daughter in his marriage. For keeping every woman he used to give divorce the first
woman. In this way, he has married 70 women. But among them, he did not reach
nearness of any woman who was married to him.

When he repented and achieved perfect saintliness he received proposals from all
sides. He married two or three at a time. One lady, the daughter of the minister, was
married to him for forty years. His wives were once asked her how Ibn Khafif
behaved with them privately.

“We know nothing about his company,” they replied. “If anyone knows, it would
be the minister’s daughter.

”So they asked her. “When I learned that the Shaikh was coming that night to my
apartment,” she said, “I would prepare delicious dishes and adorn myself. When he
arrived and saw what I had done, he would send for me and look at me for a while.
Then he would contemplate the food for a while. Then one night he took my hand
and drew it into his sleeve and rubbed it over his belly. I felt fifteen knots from his
breast to his navel. ‘Girl, ask me what these knots are,’ he said. ‘What are they?’ I
asked. ‘All these,’ he replied, ‘are the violent flames of fortitude which I fastened
knot by knot, to withstand your offering of such beauty and such delicious fare.’ He
then left me. That was the only time I was bold with him, so extreme was his self-
discipline.”

Hazrat Eishan then told that “In every period Allah used to keep leaders in such
condition. And in which there is a better condition of the disciples. At that time
marriage of the disciple, which will not good for them.”At that time one Majzub
(one lost in divine meditation) person who was in the audience and who said “Those
holy persons who were given order (there was his indication about those holy
persons about them there was mentioned in the book Nafhat.) and who have done
an assessment of the conditions of the learned persons that such and such holy
person was like this and other learned person like that. Whether he was seeing the
details of the learned person in the tablet or they were written or whether they have
written as per their thinking and estimation.”
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He said that ” Whatever they say as per revelation from the side of Allah. Or
complete wisdom which will be given by Allah to them. As per such knowledge they
give the order in this matter.Everybody as per their attribute which was given by
Allah and from the origin of the attribute of Allah with which they can have from
there and they will understand something. Leaders and jurist who were given the
order of the Islamic law and knowledge of the meanings of the Quran. The pious
persons from such meaning they were able to find out the significance and points of
Islamic Shariah law. The pious persons from such meanings they were able to find
out realities and intimate knowledge of God.”

Then he said that “One person who was asked with Hazrat Ali Ibn Taleb “Whether
he belongs to the Ahle Bait ( there is a consensus amongst Sunni and Shi'a Muslims
that the "Ahl al-Kisa"Hadith refers specifically to Ali, Fatimah, Hasan, and Husayn.
Mention of the Ahl Al-Bayt, Muhammad's household, is present in a verse of the
Qur'an.) of the prophet of Allah. With the prophet, there was no such person who
was so close as such of the Hazrat Ali Ibn Taleb. You tell that whatever which is
said by the prophet of Allah to you and which he did not tell you others.” “Then
Hazrat Ali Ibn Taleb replied to him that “There is no such thing in this matter.
Whatever the prophet used to say other persons which will be said to me, but Allah
was given to me such wisdom and understanding and which is not available to other
persons.”

Here is a couplet as follows.

Upon hearing your name all people of the religion

So they visit you and learn good deeds from you
Before your birth for many years, they know you
As they know all your condition well in this matter.

Then that Majzub said that “ The jurist who will commit a mistake and but he will
get the reward and it means that who are having the enmity of the holy persons and
which is a kind which is against the leaders of the Islamic law. The mistake among
all of them is in only is in the meaning of their sayings. But in the original issues, all
are agreed on in this matter. There is only a mistake in meaning. It means convinced
persons are not eloquent. There is a mistake in his passages and for this matter, it
will not make an argument for its meaning, or another reason is that condition of one
which will not match with the other person’s condition. One who has understood the
extra condition of the other with his condition. And he was making a mistake in this
matter. Shaikh Alauddin Samnani who has made mistakes about Shaikh Mohiuddin
Arabi. And which is the second kind in this matter. In the book Nafqat it is mentioned
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that that holy person who are devotees of the above pious persons who have done
research in this matter. There is objection only of these holy persons in the meaning
only. In the original issue, there is no difference at all. But the scholar person did not
know the objection from the second kind. But he did not excuse his
misunderstanding. It is written In the book Nafqat. It is also written that Shaikh
Alauddin wrote on the margin of a book of Fatuhat about Shaikh that “ Oh research
scholar, oh person of truth. And where he was done mistake there and also it was
accused of infidelity charge on the Shaikh. From this matter, it is confirmed that the
mistake was done to misunderstanding. It means whatever he was understood he will
accept it and whatever he did not know for which he will negative for it. In which
there is no matter of the sensuality in it. Then that Majzub who said that “Whether
they have their ability from birth or they become as extraordinary of with bigger
status. Or with the attention of the spiritual master they have reached on the status
of the saintliness.”He said that “There were two things in it this and that. As the
spiritual master is like an alchemist who by a mix atom of mercury, copper and etc.,
who can able to make gold. And from the soil, he cannot make anything. As per the
following poetry line.

Unless there will be no knowledge of delicate points

For this reason, no perfect person will not pay attention

After that there was a discussion about caring about loaf was started. By
mentioning the name of one holy person he said that who said that “Must to eat food
from the heart. So it should not be eaten by carelessness. A loaf is like a seed. If it
will be eaten with presence, then there will be created presence otherwise there will
be worry and carelessness. Whether it should be a loaf of lawful. Upon hearing this,
one Fakir from the audience who was told that “If a loaf of doubtful which should
be eaten with the presence of the heart. Then also there will be created a presence in
this matter.”Then Hazrat Eishan said, “Why It should not there?.” But there will find
fault in the comfort. The way of progress that could not find without perpetual
comfort. The person of comfort is such a person who will stand at the door of the
generous person like the caller there and who will ask there always something. At
last, one day, he will find something from there. As per this conversation, he was
quoted the following Hadith (sayings) of the prophet as follows.

“ The one who knocks, the door of the generous person and if he will insist, then
he will not enter there. If he will not have the comfort then he will get uneasy. The
person of uneasiness is such a person who is the caller and standing at the door of
the generous person. And he is going here and there for some important work. Then
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he will lodge a complaint that he will not be given and why he will not be given. In
such a condition, he will not get any condition.” Fakir has questioned whether except
comfort and regret is there any condition.?”. Then Hazrat Eishan said that “The
condition of the student which will be in the two conditions. Whether there will be
a comfort or regret. If any student who could not have one thing about the above
then, in that case, he is not a student.” Then he said that “The loaf of suspension is
like smoke and which is to be seen and so which will be seen and which will be
obstructed in between. And which covers the face of the aim by the look. The person
who knows about the presence of Allah then he will understand in this matter. And
he will become uneasy.” Some pious person who prohibit their disciples from two
journeys.

1.From the journey of Khorasan

Because Awakaf of that place usually not care and disciples were dangerous and
kept them away from the aim.

Secondly from the journey from Yemen where there too many lovely women
were there. So there disciple, which were becoming imprison of lovely women and
may leave the path. There is given permission by a pious person's love of faces. They
by such power of usage that they can take away from them. And they will see the
capability in the disciples as such that without this there will be not done the work
of the disciples. But with love of faces which will not be find anything and it is
totally harmful. The way of innermost is that way with that man can find his final
destination. Then Hazrat Eishan recited this couplet in Urdu language and its
translation and interpretation are as follows.
Your personality is your bag and purse
If you are ramin (1) so search lover
Your personality is like Turkey bag
In your favour, there are calamities
Why you are searching here and there?
As your beloved is hidden in your armpit

1. There was one lover and whose name was Ram Yara Amin and his beloved’s
name which called Aurdis or waisa.

Once Hazrat Eishan asked with one sincere person that which intention did come
into his presence.?. That person told him that “With the intention to become
Muslim.”He told him that “ Yes, this should be his intention.” Then he told that to
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accept orders of perpetual of Allah. And as per such order, there should be required
obedience in this matter. Until there will be no complete personal magnificence, then
it is difficult to become Muslim persons as per following poetry.

There should be no this and that only it needed Muslim

One day some learned persons who are employed with the kissing of the place of
Hazrat Eishan. About Sharah Rubiat and they were discussing Execegis of the
Quatrain which is written by the pen of the writing of the realities of Hazrat Eishan
and for which they have shown doubt in this matter that if there will be a reflection
of the faces of the knowledge, trust of existence, a reflection of the ranks. It means
there will be a reflection of the faces of the knowledge and so it is falling in the
mirror of time. At that time Hazrat Eishan reached for him and he said that “What
discussion is going on.” Then have said to him about their doubts about this matter.
Then Hazrat Eishan said that “There is the end of the limit of Allah is not like this
way. Which is like in the human bodies which are found there as per length and
breadth. But it will find as per without belief and without credence. Secondly, there
are no faces of personality place for them. And for it, there should be compulsory
for its place. But its place is doubt like a painting of the picture in the mirror which
will be not there inside as well as outside of the mirror. But there will be an order of
doubt. That is in the mirror. And its place is thinking. And which is called
missal mutasil (like the example of the contiguous). As the mirror which will be
known for its pure colorless.” Then he said that” To obtain Touwid (unity of God)
and scholastic and research scholars of Towhid is that it means all our nature we
should hand over to Allah and should empty ourselves. Some modern learned
persons who prove some nature which is discussed above in the slave. This is their
Touwhid La Mabud Illah. This is right from religion that “La Massur Fe Wajud Illal
Lah” and the Sufis who think nature and action from the side of Allah. The balance
7 attributes of knowledge, seeing, hearing, life, conversation, which are from the
side of Allah. They said La Majud Illah’s aim of Towhid should be acquired. If it is
not finding the reflection, then for this there were not asked in this matter on the day
of judgement. There will be no question about special Towhid for which man was
undergone trouble. And which is called Lamud Ill-Lah. With Sufi persons without
Towhid which is agreed and approved by them and without which there will be no
completion of the complete sincerity. It is said to be careful the religion of pure is
for the sake of Allah. Because for this Towhid should be acquired so that there
should find sincerity.”

One day Hazrat Eishan who was studying the book Muqamat Shaikh Hussain
Khawarzami and he praised him very much and Shaikh Khalil Allah who was the
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caliph of the Shiekh. When status was left of his hand. With this related topic he said
the status of love which will depend on the two kinds. First which is there with the
persons and secondly which is the love of the soul and it is from desires. This love
of the status with the people is instead of the infidelity.The second position is with
Allah and which is instead of the soul and from desires. Which is said by holy
persons that the rude think which is out from the head of the true persons is status.
And from it refer to the second thing. This status is away from them. So for some of
his disciples in his system, there was available to them the ability of learned persons.
And who used to live near his mausoleum. And they used to live in solitude. And
they never go to any place and did not show their status of saintliness. And all this
is due to look for him only. Also in these places it is mentioned that on one of the
disciples of the Shaikh there was prevailed condition at that time and who said before
Shaikh that “ I was found in the jungle of the light with the presence of Allah there.
And still sitting with friends and invisible of them and present in this jungle.Sheikh
by indicating him, he was told that Khilwat Dar Anjuman which is found in the chain
of Naqshbandi . And Hazrat Eishan said that Khilwat Dar Anjuman which is there
is the chain of Naqshbandiya and which is a different thing and as well this thing is
different and which was found by the persons in the beginning in the day time. Then
there was the discussion about the firmness of the Shaikh Noor Uddin was started
that “Shaikh Noor Uddin, who was a famous learned person of the Panjab
region.And many persons of that region who were disciples of him.He said that” He
was reached at the age of 120 years. And he has become very older. He used to
perform a large number of supererogatory prayers. And he used to pass the nights in
the wake-up condition. He used to endeavors in the deeds.It is said that for a period
of period 30 years his side of the body did not touch the earth.” One person from
the audience who asked him that, “ From him, there were no heard about the realities
and knowledge of God.”

Hazrat Eishan said that” The man commnaded on the following of Islamic
Shariah Law and not for the realities and knowledge of God.” The prophet did not
give trouble to any person for knowledge of the Sufi persons. And also he used to
give religious instruction of the Islamic Shariah Law. This is a higher degree of
benediction that man should follow the prophet and his companions firmly. And he
should do endeavor in the deeds. He also said that “There are many kinds of
knowledge of God. And there is also its status. If the man who will get a much more
portion from realities and intimate knowledge of God than it is good and
better.But the real work is to be firm on the Islamic Shariah Law. The complete
Tawhid (unity of God) is that to imputed all of your defects and faults toward faith.
And know its capability to attribute all perfection toward Allah. Whether If he will
be devoted to La Majud. One person from the audience has asked that “Shaikh Bu
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Ali Formadi who said that “It is possible that Salik may attach with names and
attributes of Allah. And still, he is not got realization. And this saying is against that
saying in which it is said that there will be an attachment of the manners of Allah
and which will be possible after realization.”

In his conversation there is came word of Tawnd (can).So it is possible that for
some people before Sair Fe Allah and before realization this thing they could have
with them. But for many persons, it has happened that upon reaching the place of
Sair Fe Allah, then at that time this status which will be acquired. And if anybody
who will correct then this thing which will be acquired by him before realization.
But usually, it will happen that upon reaching the place of Sair Fe Allah this status
which will be acquired. And if anybody who corrects himself before realization, then
it will be said this term to create and upon realization for creation it is required
research.

The sixth meeting

On Monday 13th Zeqad in the year 1009 Hegira, there was available felicity of
kissing the earth. Then there was a discussion about numerous of the Peer was started
and Hazrat Eishan said there are 3 kinds of Peers.

First is the Peer of the spiritual chain. Secondly, the peer who shows about
remembrance of Allah. Thirdly Peer of the company and in his company, there are
many benefits and advantages. It should be clear that Peer of Khirqa (The khirqa is
the initiatory cloak of the Sufi chain of spirituality) is that who has worn Khirqa of
faith and who have acquired from any person of the Khirqa of benediction and
permission. In terms of these persons, it is called Peer of Khirqa and the condition
of Peer who shows remembrance of the Allah and his condition is which is
manifested.

Then he said that “In India chain of Naqshbandiya and Suherwardia which there
is depend upon Khirqa. In terms of the persons of these chains, it is called Peer of
Khirqa and who is called Peer Mutlaq (entirely). So, for this reason, the Peer’s
numerous condition is not unlawful. Then for education and company of Peer which
is called Murshid (spiritual master). In this matter, by mentioning one name of the
pious person he said that “Who has written in the magazine that many of Peers of
Khirqa which is dis-approved. And there is the same condition as the Peer of
education. Yes, there will be many Peers of the company. If the first Peer will give
permission or if his company will be finished away. Upon this, he said yes, but there
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will be no many Peers of Khirqa. But there will be a Peer education as a Peer of the
company who will be more. On this, there are dealings of mystic initiates.” Then he
said that “In these chains there will be shown certification of the Khirqa which will
be linked with the prophet of Allah and there is no mention of from such and person
in the papers of lineage. But in the chains of Naqshbandia and Kibria there is mention
of such and such person and with the son of the such and such person who are linked
with the prophet, Hazrat Abu Baker Siddiq and Hazrat Ali Ibn Taleb by hand by
hand and which will be up to date with the present-day connection of the chain.
There is a medium in the middle.” In this situation, one person from the audience
who said that “It is said that in the chain of Naqshbandia link started with Hazrat
Abu Baker Siddiq and in the chain Quaderia link of the connection which was started
with Hazrat Ali Ibn Abi Taleb. So how it is there?.” He said that “Those who are in
this chain who say that as per their way which is called Waquf Adadi.As of sufficient
of the soul which will reach with the prophet and with him the link which reaches
hand by hand with Hazrat Abu Baker.The system by way of the company which was
reached from him.Because he was there in his company in travel and stay and who
has got favour from his system of the company. There is the importance of the
company in this work. And the connection is its shadow. If there will be no company
of appearance, then the connection is the company of innermost is there. And which
will be sufficient in this matter. Then any person by the company of Peer if he will
acquire a position of perfection, then he will not require Peer of education. So that
he can learn remembrance of Allah. Suppose if any person who has reached the final
destination, then what he will require to purchase of the horse for him in this matter.
? “After finishing this conversation then this saying came in the look of Hazrat
Eishan that Hazrat Jami, who wrote in his book Laqd Mansuf that sometimes it will
happen that at the time of presence there will be a matter of his invisibility. There
will be revealed realities to them about the matters related to invisibility. And which
are called Mukashifa (revelation). And which will never be false. Because in
Mukashaf the soul will be separated from the veil of the human body and which
itself will study the affairs of invisibility. Then Hazrat Eishan said that “This subject
matter was translated by Jami from the book Tarjama Awarif. This is a research
matter that in some revelation there will be interference of thoughts and for this
reason, there will be the possibility of the mistakes. But in that knowledge of belief
on perception by the way of revelation. And in which there will be no possibility of
the mistakes.” At that time one person from the audience who has told, that “In some
knowledge there was shown to perception by way of revelation in which also there
will be a possibility of the mistakes.” He said that” There is the reason in this matter
that in some cases of the truth which are proved by the persons of revelation and
who will be added by them with that knowledge. So, for this reason, there will be a
possibility of a mistake. Otherwise, where there is only inspired knowledge is there.
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And where there is no requirement of address. And for this reason, learned persons
of the intellectual part of the knowledge who uses knowledge of the intellectual part
in this matter. And they keep their look of knowledge on logic. And in their thinking,
there will be happened mistakes. Its reason is that in their prescribed cases which
think them surely and added in it otherwise logic is such knowledge upon following
it there will be no chances of mistake in deeds and thinking. If there will be the use
of knowledge of logic and so he did not add cases in it from their side, then there
will be no possibility of the mistake in this matter.

Upon finishing this conversation he said that “Those who have attended toward
Allah, then they do not have any need of the revelation and revelation have two
kinds.Kashaf Denavi (revelation of the world) and which is entirely useless and
having no beneficial use. Secondly, Kashaf Uqravi (revelation of the other world) is
already manifested in the holy book of the Quran and in Hadith (sayings of the
prophet). And which are sufficient to act upon them. With this revelation, there is no
other revelation that is equal to this. He also said that “For learned persons there is
one thing among three things which is the training of mankind. And which will cause
the command. First Allah’s revelation and then secondly orders of the spiritual
master. Thirdly showing kindness to mankind. When they will find mankind in the
misled then they will remove this damage. These are the following damages.

1.For example punishment of hell.2.Condition of the day of judgment and its

fear,etc. So the aim of Islamic law is to follow its order and give advice and sermons
to the people. So that they can look at the manners of the Islamic law and as well as
its limits. And to follow Islamic orders, to study Fiqa (Islamic jurisprudence) and
Hadith (sayings of the prophet of Allah) and also teach these two pieces of
knowledge to others and to act according to the above two pieces of knowledge. And
there is not required of them that to realize them. And to realize is not a condition of
kindness. Regarding the kindness of the above matter is enough which is mentioned
above.” Then after some time, there was a discussion about the excellence and
dignity of the learned person upon each other. He said” Rank which is an attribute.
It means one person’s intimate knowledge of God, which will be more than another
person’s intimate knowledge. That one person’s supernatural habit will be more
important than another person’s supernatural habit. But in the personality, all are the
same and equal. There is one matter that one Peer (spiritual master who will have a
large number of disciples with him and other Peer who will have fewer numbers of
disciples with him. Nobody does have the cause of excellence with them.
The excellence which is a matter of reliability and so which is near with Allah and
what much intimate knowledge of Allah which he has acquired by him.” And he also
said that “The aim of this way is the training of absorption of the faith and for which
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there were sent prophets and messengers into this world from the side of Allah.” He
also said that “With the personality of Allah the limit of the nearness and attachment
is there to such extent that he should get perpetual knowledge and comfort in this
matter. And with its help, he can reach the place of destruction. When he will get
this connection, then Salik (mystic initiate) is as such that he has the excellence of
the position of saintliness. Those perfections which are there with the names of
Allah’s attribute’s position and magnificence will have excellence.

For the people of other chains, these details will be available and which are other.
But due to getting nearness and attachment of Allah and for this reason, he will be
on the special position of saintliness and which he will be acquired by him.” He also
said that “The first run of students in this way is toward the limit of the destruction.
In the beginning, to have a limit of position and so also its meaning is this and of
which were pointed by higher grade holy persons of this chain.” He also said that
“In the beginning, this thought used to come from the heart for the number of times.
So that there will be treated in detail. And which is done in the chain of Kiria. Hazrat
Mohammed Parsa who met in the dream and he said that doing of mystic initiation
with details and its meeting is that to get good manners. When this aim will be
obtained, then mystic initiation is a useless thing.”

He also said that “For the people of the calamity they could not see calamity in
this matter, nor they think it's as bad by them because they know that it is acting
from the side of Allah.” He also said that “Hazrat Daud Denavi said that “Stomach
is the place of food. If in it will be put lawful, then there will be an increase in
slavery. If there will find doubtful food, then there will be kept away the way of
reality. If there will be unlawful food, then there will be an increase of disobedience
and sins in this matter.
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Mausoleum of Abū-Sa'īd Abul-Khayr in Iran

He also said that “Shaikh Abu Saeed Abul Khair who was going in some way and
at that time somebody came from behind him and who has slapped him. When
Shaikh was turned and looked at the backside and seen the person so that person was
told him that “Oh Sufi what you are seeing?. And you know this is from the side of
Allah.” The Shaikh told him that “I know that it is from the side of Allah, but I see
that misfortune and revealing place of bad luck and hardship.”
The seventh meeting
On the Saturday 23rd Zeqad in the year 1009 Hegira, there was acquired felicity
of the kissing the earth. There was started discussion about taking the caring of the
about of loaf. There should be not be done sufficiency of the lawful food but also it
is required wood, utensils, and water which should be acquired by lawful sources.
The cooking person should have a presence with Allah. And at the time of eating
there should have presence and knowledge with Allah. Because with careless loaf
with which there will find such smoke and which stop the way of favour. The pure
souls which are the medium and which are not against the heart. Then he said that
“For the persons of a weak mind then should have to eat such food which will be as
per comprehension and which should bring energy to the mind. For example, if the
weak person will have the bread of barley then there will be produced dryness in the
mind and which will stop the way of the favour in this matter. The much of
sustenance which should more be not to be made compulsory for yourself and which
is the cause of the weakness of the mind. Especially for the persons of revelation,
they should take much about the energy of their minds because due to dryness of the
mind there should be interference in the revelation. Then at that time one person who
said in his presentation of higher status that “Such and such person (who has
mentioned one name of the one pious’s person of the time) that you are converting
the belief of your students on the holy persons which they have on the holy Peer
before you. You think benefit on this stand.” He said that “This does not matter. And
real thing is that I used to see in some student hesitation and disturbance in this
matter. So, for this reason, I will advise them to follow one way only. Such are many
things which are available in their books. So one holy person who says that one who
is available in one place and who is also available in every place. And who is
available in all places and then he is not available at any place. One more holy
persons say that the meaning of one is the condition of the way. As per supposition,
the real matter is like this. So whatever is reality there. Which if I did not tell them
they will be dissolute. Those who will come to me for benefit. And there is no other
aim in this matter. Then he said that “The faith in which we have holy persons of the
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chain of Naqshbandi and Suherwardia and other people do not have such faith.
Especially the faith of the general persons of India which is near to the polytheism.
We know people of this chain as people of contemplation and these people in their
faith think them effective on a perpetual basis. Then there was started the discussion
about the holy Hadith (saying of the prophet) which is as follows.
Allah says “ He is near to the slave according to his thinking.” Then he said that “
We should have good faith with Allah.” And with his soul, we have bad faith and to
have to keep in the fear condition with it.” There is a difference by holy saints that
there should be overcome the condition of hope or fear. Some persons have said that
in the old age to have good hope and in the youth period there should be required
fear in this matter. But as per research, it was proved that there is required always
hope in this matter. In the Hadith of Tamata it is mentioned that “If the person who
will remember me in his soul then he will too remember him in my soul. And if he
will remember in the group then I will remember in the better group it means in the
group of the angels.” He said that “If the group is good and decent which is possible
in the condition that then Allah will remember the man in the group of the prophets.
Not for that, the group of the prophets is better than a group of the messengers and
group of the angles is better than a human being. But it is good that the status of the
prophet's existence is spiritual and inmates of heaven.
Allah will remember the man in this group or goodness of the group is for
credence is the group of angels and which is called Mahamin. Which is better than
the group of the messengers and angles and human beings. And Allah will remember
the human being in such a group.

The eight meeting

On the Monday on the 25th Zeqad in the year 1009 Hegira there was blessing
obtained by the kissing the earth.There was started discussion about the progress
after the death. He said Shaikh Ibn Arabi who said that “If any person who has with
right intention and right belief and then who will enter on the way of Allah. And
who will fulfil the condition of the Islamic law in the best way. And in his life he
will not have any thing of fondness and ecstasy of Sufi way. Then after death all
these things which will be given to him an essential things.After some time Hazrat
Eishan said that for such person before his death in the world the wealth will be
given to him. After that he told that “Right belief, following of the Islamic law
(Shariah Law), sincerity, perpetual attention in the court of Allah which is higher
grade of the wealth. So any fondness and ecstasy is not equal with this. If this will
be acquired then no other thing in not required in this matter.
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The 9th meeting

On the last Saturday in the month of Zequad, I was present at the meeting place.
One person among the audience who questioned “The connection of the spiritual
master who are older so what is that thing.?” With which Hazrat Naqshband was
connected with it. And for this reason, this chain has become famous and well known
as Naqshbandia Chain.” He said that “Some instructions and conditions which he
has added more.As per the writing of Khwaja Ahrar who wrote that since he was
discontinued of this connection completely. The Khatim is such a person, who will
complete the work and finish it. Hazrat Khawaja Naqshaband who said that” I have
opted for such a method and no doubt which will take toward Allah. And which is a
special method of love and absorption. And which is dealing in this way.” And after
this Hazrat Eishan said that “No doubt the love and absorption method which will
take toward Allah. And its direction is only toward the personality of Allah.Against
of it other ways which have a direction toward light also. So for this reason some
will kept remain in the lights. This method of absorption and love which is available
in this higher chain. In this chain, there will be given training for this absorption in
this matter”. Hazrat Eishan used to say that” By looking at Allah with eyes on the
day of the judgment and doomsday which is promised in this matter. From this, it
can be known that we can see Allah by the eyes of the heart in the heart in this world.
As per research like seeing Allah by heart and seeing with eyes which are promised.
Because the meaning of seeing is a complete revelation. When there is a realization
of the soul with the body. Then full revelation is not possible. Whether how it will
be disconnected. Then there will be the relation of life which will be there. Even
though he will not be there on real honesty. But there will be watery relations in this
matter. Then for some time, there was a discussion about Towhid (unity of God)
Wajudi (existentialist) and its difference in between Shaikh Alaudowla Samnani
with Shaikh Mohiuddin Arabi.

Hazrat Eishan said that” Those learned persons who are disciples of the both of
the above two holy persons. The dispute and difference which is really about the
application of it in between them. And which is there a difference of the words. And
they have written like that Shaikh Mohiuddin Arabi, who said the existence of Allah
as absolute and Shaikh Alaudowla Samnani for its application and for absolute on
the condition of nothing and for this he has objected, taunt him and he thought on
Shaikh Mohiuddin Arabi him as the doer of mistake. In this matter, this does not aim
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at Shaikh Mohiuddin Arabi. But Shaikh Mohiuddin Arabi’s aim is about the
application and its condition of absolute of nothing. And also the goal of Shaikh
Alaudowla Samnani is the same in this matter. So the difference between two holy
persons is about in words. And not in the meaning. Then Hazrat Eishan said that this
difference and dispute will not be settled unless Shaikh Alaudowla Samnani will not
agree that external existence is due to the degree of the knowledge only. And faces
of knowledge which are personalty’s confidence and credence. One day Miya
Sarhandi and who was among his holy friends of Hazrat Eishan and who was going
towards Sirhind.At the time of his leaving, he said to him that to keep this as secret
as possible in this matter that to sit from Fajar on the prayer mat till Ishraq prayer
and do not sit in the circle. And after this start lesson of the knowledge of the
religion. But there will be no time of students in between this to engage time in the
correction of the books as well as in the reading of the books. If there is talking is
must so, then talk as learned persons and not as like Sufi persons. If there will be a
chance to talk like Sufi persons, then speak such conversation that for it nobody
understands it except the addressing person. So that it may happen that such a person
who understands such and such meaning and which will cause him a wrong action
of the attribute to bad judgment in this matter. To be silent from Tahjjud prayer till
the morning prayer. Then Hazrat Eishan said “At this place that the way of benefit
and use and which depends upon the class of person and occasion. For the benefits
of miracles and supernatural habits, one should have occasion and which will be
good for him. And from that person to such extent he will get benefited from his
perfection in this matter and as per the category. He will have the observation of
supernatural habits and usages and as per class of person, he will become his
devotee. If he will have devotion upon someone for mysticism and he knows
someone as a lover of Allah. So then it is known that in his innermost there is the
material of Irfan (mysticism) and in his capability, there is lineage connection’s
reflection will be found there. If there is no in manifest, then there will be found in
the innermost. For bad attributes that should be thought upon it. For example, if the
worshiper of the stone which will such connection with the stone so as per that he
will acquire perfection from that stone. And due to the reason of the same class with
stone, then he will get gain and profit. In short, until there will class person and
occasion in between then there will be the closed door of benefits and gain. The
prophet of Allah who has shown how many usages in favour of Hazrat Abu Taleb
and as well put on view a large number of miracles.Even though he was watching
miracles of the prophet since his childhood. Here there is quoted, one verse from the
Holy Quran and its interpretation and translations are as follows.

Allah said, “Oh prophet you cannot give guidance to anybody as per your wish
yes, Allah can give guidance to anybody.”
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Moulana Rumi said as follows.

Miracles are no basis of the faith

The smell of category will attract hearts
Miracles will put down the enemies
The heart meets with the smell of category

The tenth meeting

On 13Th Zil Hajj in the year 1009 Heigra this Fakir was reached in the court of
higher status. When Hazrat Eishan was seeing me then he smiled and he said that
“Are you come here to listen to a talk”. Then Hazrat Eishan who addressed one
person who was among the audience that Abu Abdalla Marvazi when he will hear
talking from the learned persons, then he will ask some persons to write these,
talking for him. So upon listening instructions from holy persons, he was compiled
one book by him in this matter. He used to keep that book always with him. One day
he was doing ablution at the bank side of the river. And at that time that book was
fallen into the river. So, for this reason, there was great grief for Abu Abdalla
Marvazi and in the condition of grief one night he was seen Abdalla Tastari in the
dream. He said to him that “There should be act upon the sayings of the pious persons
accordingly. And what is there a benefit for writings for them?”.In that condition of
the dream he has seen the prophet of Allah in his dream after some time and he was
shown him the perfection of magnificence. And he said to Abu Abdallah Marvazi “
To say Siddiq it means Abdallah Tastri that the writing of the pious persons is a sign
of their love. And their love is exactly is aiming.”Then for some time, there was a
discussion about Sama (ecstasy) and someone has recited a half-line of the poetry as
follows.
That pleasure of self is the power of the soul
It means seeing the beauty and prettiness is the pleasure of the self and hearing
of song and music is food and diet of the soul. Then Hazrat Eishan said “Both are
same and equal. And in both of them, there is the pleasure of self as well as the power
of the soul” In the imperfect thinking of the mind of the writer which is
understanding that one who is involved in sensual human wishes. And for him from
two he will get the pleasure of self he will find in them. The person who is free from
imprisoning of sensual desire and for him from two he will get spiritual food. And
with these people who said listening to a song as Sama by them.
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The eleventh meeting

On Monday 16th Zil Hajj in the year 1009 Hegira this lowest person present in
the higher meeting place and at that time one person wants to claim against another
person, but due to reason of prestige he did not go into the court of Qazi
(judge).Hazrat Eishan said that “Qazi is the deputy of Islamic law (Shariah) and
when there will arise any dispute as that person is also governed under Islamic law
then he should go into the presence of Qazi and it is a must.” Relating to this subject
he has told one story that during the rule of the period Hazrat Umar Bin Qattab one
person has claimed upon Hazrat Ali Ibn Talib. When the two parties went into the
presence of Hazrat Umar Bin Qattab then he told him “Oh Aba Hasan to sit with the
claimant so that he can hear about the dispute and this was not liked by Hazrat Ali
Ibn Talib in this matter. And he said to him that” You have called me with my lineage
so I did not tell my petition with you. You should have asked me that “Oh Ali sit
with claimant so that there will be shown equality in this matter. And there will not
be damage to any dignity.” And with reference to this event, Hazrat Eishan told “One
more event in this matter that in the presence of Hazrat Maqdum Khwajgi in the
village Amkana there was rising a dispute between two persons and Khwaja Sahib
was aware of this matter. When they both approached with Qazi of the village, then
he was demand witness from both of them. So Khawaja Sahib was given witness in
the favour of such a person who was right in this matter. Then the second party said
that unless there will be no swearing by the Khwaja Sahib he will not accept his
witness. Khwaja Sahib said that true swearing is allowed in Islamic law so I should
not delay in the order of Shariah (Islamic) law.”

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On Monday on 17th Zil Hajj in the year 1009 Hegira this Fakir was present in
the higher meeting place. Hazrat Eishan addressed to this Fakir person that “When I
will see you then I come to know in my heart that you come here to hear the
conversation. There is no big work to hear the conversation. Try hard and make
progress. So that from your such conversation may be done by you. We have not
lived in any company nor heard such a conversation. Then the conversation started
about “Al-Salaf al-Salih (the righteous predecessors)” and their way. Then he
said using “Al-Salaf al-Salih (the righteous predecessors)” The way was such that
first they used to near of the soul and to acquire a position. As for the nearness of
Allah, there are obstacles to the sensual desires of the soul, and which will not keep
away except by dangerous purification. So as per purification of soul their power of
the light of faith which will become strong. As such, that before their eyesight, there
will be nothing except Allah. All attributes and action which will be seen from the
side of Allah. And faces and bodies which will be seen to them like a mirage. And
they think phenomena as creature and extinct. For some people after the revelation,
there was seen by them Towhid (Unity of God) of Suri (outward) and some persons
who will not get this. Hazrat Eishan said that “The mystical way of Naqshibandia is
which is the way of al-Salaf Al-Salih (the righteous predecessors). In their way, then
he said beginning for acquiring the status there is no bound. They follow the method
of Tawhid Suri (outward) and they have many dangers. Then Hazrat Eishan said that
“There may be possible that one person who is near in the court of Allah.It means
who can see the destruction and existence. And there is no respect. So one person
has status with him, but there will be no result of position with him so he does not
have destruction and existence with him. Then that person is respected with Allah.
Allah says in the Holy Quran “ Among you that person is most pious with Allah who
is much pious among all of you.” And which is said about him?

And after that, he said, for something about velayat baksar wav,
and velayat ba fatah wav for some time. Then he said velayat ba fatah Wav and its
means is nearness which the slave has with Allah. And velayat bakasar wav and its
meaning are that the slave will become famous among mankind. And the people of
the world become his obedient. And he was related to the universe and supernatural
habits and his uses are which belongs to the second kind. One person among the
audience who questioned that the blessing which will be available to Mustaid (ready)
persons and so which effect of the saintliness it belongs.? Hazrat Eishan said “It is
the effect of the velayat of bafath of wav.” And after this, he said about benefits that
“When the mirror of the student will be before the spiritual master then whatever
will be there in the spiritual master’s mirror as per appropriate that there will be a
reflection of it in the mirror of the student.” Then he said that “It is possible that one
person who will have his complete share from two saintliness or other person who
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will have his share from one saintliness. And he will not have his share from another
saintliness. Or each person has one more share and less of another share.” Hazrat
Naqshband’s saintliness of Bil Fatah, which was overpowering on the saintliness
of bil kasar.Then he said that “When the spiritual master will die in the world, then
at that time his saintliness of bil kasar wav which he will hand over to one person
among his sincere persons. And he will take away saintliness of bafath wav with him
in the other world. Due to reason of mistake and fault, there will be taken back
saintliness of ba kasar wa from the pious person for this reason.”

So Ibn Fariz who has written that there was Peer Baqal and when the time of his
death came, then he made his final advice to me that “When he will die than to take
his funeral on such and such mountain and keep it there. And wait there. There will
come a person and who will pray for my funeral prayer. So you should join in his
prayer.” And I have done like that what I have seen that there came one person from
the upper side of the mountain like an animal in a very fast way and he was such a
person to whom persons used to keep away before their shops in the market. And
that person started a funeral prayer there. There were animals in the green and
white colour who there fell from the sky to the earth and all were busy in the
glorification of Allah. When there was over funeral prayer, then came a big power
green bird and who was taken that funeral of that Baqal and flown in the sky and
afterward went away from the eyesight of the persons. Upon seeing this condition I
was surprised in this matter that person told me that “Why you are becoming
surprised in this matter. Whether you have not heard that the souls of the martyrs
will be in the shape of green birds. Those who were killed in the love of Allah, then
also their bodies will be in the shape of green birds. While pointing that Baqal he
said that he was also among them. And also I belonged to such persons, but their
mistake which was committed by me so for this reason I was falling down from such
status. So there was no formal act of approving among the look of mankind.

Then Hazrat Eishan said that “The matter of doomsday and purgatory and which
is a matter of far and distant thing. And anything does not have felicity with it. If
some have love with Allah and such love which should become perpetual than at
that time there will be no need of awaiting in this matter.”

Then he said that “Man was sent to the world for the sincerity and manners and
quality of love is to burn unrelated for you. And except this, there are kept many
difficulties of Islamic law upon the man. Then he started his conversation about the
status of slavery, then dignity and higher status of sincere persons and quality of
obedience and sincerity and weakness of the human souls. Hazrat Eishan explained
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well in detail each and everything in this matter, but this fakir person who forgot all
such details.

Then Hazrat Eishan said the existence of man, which depend upon 7 layers like
soul, heart, head, etc., the knowledge which will be available to layer of the heart
then which will be available to all other layers and for this reason for those ranks’s
differences in between which is hidden by the general persons. So, for this reason, it
cannot be separated the difference between one’s knowledge from others. With the
perfect person, the difference in rank is clear and evident. They know everybody’s
status of the knowledge of as separate and distinct.

Then Hazrat Eishan said that “ To do work, whether it will know or not know the
status in detail.”

One day Hazrat Eishan who was weeping in the mosque in congregational prayer.
As there was not habit to weep except in the solitude. At that time there was one
friend who was available there and who was among his benefitted persons. As such,
that friend who very much dear to him in his eyes. And he has a closer connection
with him. He was surprised in this matter and he was asked with the reason of his
weeping there. He said that” In the prayer, soul fly to reach the final place and this
aim he did not achieve. And was returned back and came into the soul in the uneasy
condition. In a manifest way, its meaning will be that it wants to know there will be
any other reason in this matter. Which will not come into perception and
understanding of the writer. Hazrat Eishan used to read the following couplet as
follows.
Oh, there is a higher wall of the love
And its founder is my beloved person

The 13th meeting

On the Sunday on 10th Shawwal in the year 1010 Hegira I was present in the
service of slaves of the Hazrat Eishan. There was started the discussion by the Hazrat
Eishan about the holy persons and he said that there are 3 categories of holy persons.

1.Abid (worshipers)persons 2. Sufi 3 Malamati (censure persons)

The Abid is such a person who thinks sufficient on the worship of the manifest
and after performing of obligatory and Sunnah (The word Sunnah (Arabic: ‫ )سنة‬is an
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Arabic word meaning "tradition" or "way." For Muslims, Sunnah means "The way
of the prophet". The Sunnah is made up of the words and actions of Muhammad, the
prophet of Islam. Muslims believe Muhammad's life is a good model for them to
follow in their own lives.) prayers and who engaged themselves in supererogatory
prayers and as well as in the pious deeds. Even they will not miss any chance of
charity and good goods. From the fondness and the ecstasy of Sufi persons, they
could not get anything or portion in this matter. If from a group of Abid persons if
they will have a fondness and ecstasy of Sufi persons than they are like that they are
leaving by their status and they were joined in the group of Sufi persons.

The Sufi is such persons who are fortunate of unitarian and fondness. They did
not keep away their miracles and supernatural habits of mankind and they are all
look at all affairs which will depend upon Allah. They know mankind as the
manifestation of Allah. In this group, there will be something of arrogance and grace
which will be available to them.

Malamati is such persons who live in the dress of the general persons. And in
them and generally persons, there is no difference at all. In appearance, they perform
obligatorily and Sunnat-e-Muakkadah (Sunnat-e-Muakkadah Salaat is an
emphasized Sunnah which Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) performed
punctually without leaving it out.

The Fuqahaa (Islamic jurists) have stated that a person will be sinful for not
performing his Sunnat-e-Muakkadah Salaat (Shaami vol.1 pg.498;
Kuwait). ) prayers. They try their best in the sincerity. By showing miracles and
supernatural habits they do not want to become famous. Or did not show them in
this matter. In this matter, they have followed Allah. As they know that this world is
not a place of the manifest. Allah has kept himself hidden from the look of the
general persons. So for this reason these people who used to keep themselves hidden
from the look of the mankind. And for this reason, many usually people think them
as they belong to their group. And they think they like it, as per themselves. There
is not, find arrogance in them or there is not providence remains in them. And they
have reached the limit of the final destination of providence. Shaikh Mohammed Ibn
Arabi, who wrote that prophet of Allah and his companion Hazrat Abu Baker Siddiq,
Hazrat Salman Farsi, are from Mashiq (learned persons) and Hazrat Bayazid
Bustami, Abu Saeed Khazaz, Abu Masood, and for himself he was declared as chief
of the above all persons. But from other pious persons, he is silent in this matter.
And he did not negate them. The method of Hazrat Shaikh was that in some special
time there will come to him by revelation and which he will use to write that in this
matter. In the group Malamati person who presents himself to mankind as censure
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person and upon trusting in the Islamic Shariah la us w, they used to disclose
something which is not prohibited in a manifest way and they pass from the persons.
For example, during the month of Ramadan in the condition of traveling they used
to eat food and drink in the bazaars. So that they come with the look of
general ,persons as persons of no trust and low. These persons are lower in the
position than Sufi persons. Till now mankind has not fall in their look.

Then about the song the discussion was started and Hazrat Eishan and who said
that “Islamic jurists declared it as unbecoming (bad) and some learned (Mashaiq)
persons who said that it is permissible but they did not think the beginners as
deserved. Those who are convinced by listening to the song and with them there is
wisdom in it is that at the time of listening to the song the temperament will become
silent and it will be established at is the place. So, for this reason, the soul will more
in the perception of the singer because their beloved will be singers. And they think
singing as jewelry. Otherwise, the soul is not involved in the song.”

In the Malfuzat (sayings) of Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya, it is mentioned that “

There is one condition among the conditions of listening to a song and which is that
there should be overpowered of the love of Allah upon the listener of the song. Upon
this situation, this Fakir person was asked what is a sign of the love of Allah.? Then
Hazrat Eishan said the following things.
1.The perfection of the obedience of the prophet of Allah.
2. To the following completely in this matter.

Then he said that “Perhaps the aim of the persons of the following is to enter into
heaven or to keep away from the punishment of the hell.”Then he said that “As such,
that person is not a complete follower of him then they did think him that he is not
among the group of pious persons of Allah. There will be seen their way of the
following way of the manifest and following of innermost way is that to think that,
except Allah ,there is no desire.”

The 14th meeting

On Friday 14th Rabil Awwal in the year 1010 Hegira was the available blessing
of kissing of the Hazrat Eishan. There was started discussion about the excellence
of the companions of the holy prophet of Allah. The four companions who as per
were in serials were Qutub of absolute. Regrading Hazrat Ali Ibn Talib there are
large number of his superiority which were available and the reason of it is that
during the rule of Bani Ummiya dynasty there was increased a large number of
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people Kharji (Khārijite, Arabic Khawārij, the earliest Islāmic sect, which traces its
beginning to a religio-political controversy over the Caliphate.) sect.So for this
reason holy persons of an al-Salaf al-Salih (the righteous predecessors)” who at that
time thought it is necessary to much write about the excellence of the Ahl al-Bayt
(the Ahl al-Bayt are central to Islam and interpreters of the Quran and Sunnah. Shias
believe they are successors of Muhammad and consist of Muhammad, his
daughter Fatimah, his son-in-law Ali, and their children, Hasan and Husayn) so for
this reason, many of excellence about them were written and added in the books.
Then after that, there was a discussion about mysticism and miracles was started.
Hazrat Eishan said that “During the period of the companions of the prophet there
were not many miracles, but after them, there were happened much more of miracles.
And its reason is that at the perfection of the hands and without the order of Allah
the usage will not be happening due to this reason. And due to this reason by prophets
without their intention, supernatural events were used to happen. And from some of
them as per the requirement of time when infidels will not accept their authority. So
without their usage and desire, there will be used to be happened miracles with them.
Then there was started about the refusal of the learned (Mashaiq) persons. “He said
that holy persons are not safe from big sins. And if any sin will be happening with
them, so on their condition to pass the order of refutation is an act of ignorance and
unwise thing. It is to be seen that where they are in the place and destination on the
perpetual or a basis and what is that.? In this condition due to this reason for human
nature, if there will be happening any mistake in this matter,or then, for this reason,
we have thought them excused.
Then “He said that if the people will say to learned (Mashaiq) persons as a
religious hypocrite and irreligious like the condition of Hazrat Zanon Masri. But
Zanon Masri, who was becoming popular after his death. Because he was clear and
exempted from the world. If he will live in the world, then he will be king or his
minister, but in spite of his refusal which he was doing in his life then for this
purpose, nobody did accept him. And even after his death, he will not be saved from
a person’s taunt and censure for this reason. All these differences were not found
among the companions of the holy prophet. Its reason is due to the throne of the
caliphate. Otherwise, those companions would have been gone to the mountain
places and they will spend their lives in the condition of indigence. Nobody did have
the talk and have made a conversation about them. Also, discussion about
companions is not part of religion and faith. There are many Muslims persons are
there who do not know, except the prophet and Allah.”

The 15th meeting

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On Friday on the 10th Jamadil Awwal in the year 1010 Hegira this Fakir person
was entered in the meeting. The writer of these lines it means this Fakir person for
requirements of Islamic law has requested permission of tour and travel. Hazrat
Eishan asked me “Where you will go.?” Then this Fakir upon looking my meekness,
and less courage, and said that “I am going away from the wealth of his nearness and
going to separate from the meeting of love and with much manners and in the
surprise, condition told him that “ Going to have calamity and problems.”Then
Hazrat Eishan paid much kindness and favour. And that toward one person who
was the lover of the world, but he was famous as a pious person among his friends
and for that person who belongs to the jungle of regret’s dissolute and for his
recommendation he was agreed to write some phrases. For some period I have
passed in the separateness of Hazrat Eishan in the manifest and as well as the
distance from his place. From separating the wealth of manifest and innermost I have
suffered a lot of difficulties and as well as many kinds of regrets in this matter.
During that period with the heartache, I have written letters with signs of devotion
and the condition of the heartache details with the pen of the meek and which used
to pass among the audience of the high-level meeting.
And those writings were studied by the slaves of the meetings of the Hazrat
Eishan. One day Hazrat Maqdumi Haji-sheikh Abdul Haque’s letter was received in
which there were found fine realities and good advice, and that was manuscript of
completely and which belongs to benediction and which was received and on the
backside of that letter Hazrat Eishan’s pen which use to write fine subjects and from
that pen, there were written some phrases which have passed from thirst and awaited
look of the Fakir person and upon reading those phrase and there was prevailed such
condition and which is out of courage of pen and paper. And it’s some taste which
will be found in the following line of the poetry.
“When I have taken beloved by mouth, then I have become unconscious.” Those
phrases of reality which are found in verse are as follows.
“Allah is friend of the persons of the faith. And he takes them from darkness toward
light.” Whatever which was necessary and required to write and which was written
in the letter of Hazrat Maqdumi. What more I should write. With leisure and power
and with time and think all these as proper and pass life according to these things. It
is regret that now in this helpless and imprisonment of the soul person who has no
power with him to work. Otherwise with the divine help of Allah in a such short life
period like mad persons in his remaining life will be engaged in mourning and my
all life which will be sacrificed in this way. Allah in this helplessness and less
courage period may Allah give pain and fondness in this matter. So that in the works
of the two worlds so that which should be handed over to the possession of the rule
so that I can free from all arrests, imprisonment, independence and be get
sacrificed. (Amin). I hope that brother to get desire of this Fakir person he will
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prostrate in the court of Allah and pray in this matter. Because prayer by invisible
brother for his invisible brother, which will be accepted by Allah very soon. There
will be praying and Salam. The group of these persons who have such taste and who
are knower of the realities who are manifesting upon ignorant persons that from
those phrases there is how such thristiness, and fondness and to hidden himself and
there will be no finding of the vanity and its meaning will be willingness. As per
line of a verse which is as follows.
The friend knows that he is not unrelated

The 16th meeting

On Saturday in the first of Safar month in the year 1002 Hegira. This Fakir
person was blessed with his presence in the meeting of Hazrat Eishan. He was asked,
“Where you have gone and how did you live and what you brought.”?Even though
there was a reply to this question on the tongue that went the limit of misled and
lived in indifference and separation and was brought regret and repentance. Due to
the horror and, fear of Hazrat Eishan, there did not come any reasonable reply of the
tongue except silence. Or understand it is sufficient that the presence of personality
of the knower of the condition of hearts and hidden matters in which it is enough the
talking by the tongue of the condition instead by the tongue of talking which is
useless and an act of manner-less thing. When have seen the magnificence of
perfection and study of destruction and existence, and personal lights which were
shining on the manifest of names and attributes of Allah. And its reflection of lights
which were fallen upon this Fakir person. So there was gone all wisdom and
consciousness. So, for this reason, he was becoming out of control and began
weeping bitterly. And left and gone to separate place from the meeting place. And
wept too much as per to heart’s covent. Many of the friends and well-wishers who
consoled and asked me for patience me, but there was not stopped the weeping and
but not prevailed condition of the enduring in this matter.
By weeping it is possible to get aim from the beloved
So in this way life will be lost in the work of the weeping
There are praise and favour of Allah that the carelessness of verdigris which
was falling on the mirror of capability due to relations of the world upon separation
from the company of Hazrat Eishan and which went far away. The ink of the
company of the unrelated person and the fraudulent dev of the wisdom it means
one’s baser self and dust of the company which was removed. The heart of this Fakir
person’s heart was becoming fond, of meeting of appearance and hearing valuable
advice. As Hazrat Eishan was able to know by invisible indications that the door
should be closed to mankind. Then there is the value of this Fakir. Many of the
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sincere people who want that Hazrat Eishan used to be present at the meeting place
as per his schedule. But there was no such presence that was available. And due to
this reason Hazrat Eishan’s reality of verses as well as the source of phrases which
did not become a chance to hear in this matter. Due to invisible indication,
Hazrat Eishan began living in loneliness and in the separation of the condition. And
he also began not paying attention to the command of preaching and he has become
the cause of not asking the condition of the disciples in this matter. This narration
and which is correct and which is added here from a reliable source that Hazrat
Eishan for his connection he was seen at the event. And its last there was this passage
and which is written as follows.
“Now you live in the loneliness with the separate condition.”And such was shown
in the other events. To appoint disciples on every place and on every attitude. Hazrat
Eishan was advises with kindness and advice that there is the order of Allah and his
willingness to leave humbled so, then the friends should think that they are not
eligible for the training. And so they should have any other place to get their
aim.There are left two or three friends who were not involved in this trouble. When
the expectant’s hearts were worried very much about this matter. Then Hazrat
Eishan said with kindness and favour that “ I will not give the command so that they
must go.” By saying this there is my aim that I want to free from my responsibility.
Because some friends who were engaged in teaching and instructional education and
some were acquired knowledge, some were left their jobs and business dealings and
who were undergoing and endeavours and difficulties of indigence.” In those days
when I left usage and was paid attention to one sincere person, but it has appeared
that there was no willingness of Allah in this matter. So in this matter, he was
worried. Perhaps in this matter, there are no favour and kindness of Allah was there.
After two or three days it was proved that they 're much favours of Allah in this
matter. And in it, there are many hidden secrets. Then this worry was no more with
me. By saying and action all things about eating and drinking like that petal of the
flower which is fallen on the way and who will be shiver for against going
willingness of Allah. And who live firms like a mountain on the way of acceptance
and willingness. This order which belongs to that period when his last days were
near. And this thinking has become very heavy. Before his death, he was saying this
many times. And which was seen as that “Among chain of Naqshabandiya one great
holy person will leave the world.” After that time there came to think in heart of
Hazrat Eishan to go settle in some area in the surrounding area of the Delhi and to
avoid meeting with mankind. And when there will be over of age, then he will be
buried at that place. In this matter, many friends have done augury and when he was
firm on this intention then he was not given permission. So he has left his intention.
There was one more event which was more evident than this which was seen and its
subject and meaning was that “ The purpose of bringing you into the world which is
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completed. Now you have to travel from here.” A few days before death Hazrat
Eishan said that “ He was seen a very strange dream in which he was informed that
one big Qutub (highest cadre in spiritual pivot) was left of the world. At that time I
was reading best ode of mourning in my elegy in which there was found a higher
level of hints and amorous.” In this way, on another occasion, he said to another
sincere person that there is another Qutub of time. But he does not have any complete
attributes with him. In such attributes, we are his helpers and partners. Those who
were in his service and appointment, usually and who read the manuscript of
perfection in the previous days, so who are agreed that in reality Hazrat Eishan ’s
attributes which have reached up to here. And there is nobody more than him at that
time and it can think about this matter.
He was glass in the world and in existence of light
But he was manifested in the original shape
In those days there was less attention of Hazrat Eishan toward command and
preaching. One dear person asked with him “What is the reason for his life of
loneliness and solitude.?” Hazrat Eishan said to that, “ He was shown such place for
which he was waiting for a long time.? After that, there will reach many benefits to
friends. Now those people who have paid attention to us. And our presence, as well
as invisible, is the same and equal in favour of them in this matter. They should be
engaged in their work. Our invisible condition and not asking their condition which
is not a hindrance in their progress. But in this matter, whether we will become a
sheikh or spiritual master or something which will be done by our option and which
was left in between us. Then that dear person asked him that, “What are necessaries
for this.? And what is time for reaching there.? Then he said that “Its time is that
when our age will reach 40 years. And its necessaries are that one who will see us
then he will prostrate before us. When the age of Hazrat Eishan was for 40 years,
then he has left this mortal Sarai and went toward the country of another world.
There are found in the world the joy of the spring and autumn
Also, there will be found happiness and intense of the sorrow
Some special persons who think that the event of explanation is such a dream
who said before, some days of his death in which in those days there was given to
us permission of all chains and every Muslim where is living he should be there. It
is said in the Holy Quran that “Whatever which is there in the sky and in the earth,
which all of them used to prostrate before Allah with willingness or without
willingness.” And as per this verse, there will be an available benefit to that person
whether he will know or did not know.
On the 15th Jamad Al-Thani in the year, 1002 Hegira also in his old diseases
Hazrat Eishan who was seen in a healthy condition and he has also fever with him.
And this was his last disease in his lifetime.During the condition of illness from this
disease, Hazrat Eishan used to say that in the dream condition he was met with
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Hazrat Khwaja Ahrar. Khwaja Sahib was paid much kindness and favour toward me
and he was given the order to wear the dress. Upon saying this event Hazrat Eishan
was smiling in this matter. Then he said that “If he will, then he will act upon it.
Otherwise, the shroud is his dress.
One day before upon becoming a patient of this disease, he said to one of his
wives that “When his age will become 40 years then there will be happening a great
event upon him. For explaining this by joking, he went near, and he was shown his
palm and he said that this line which is there in his hand’s palm and which is a sign
of that event. All persons of the house surprised and worried about hearing this
matter. Then he said 40 years are not less. Whether the life of the 40 years is less.?
And for the satisfaction of them, then he said that this line connects to another line.
When he used to say about revelation and supernatural habit, miracle, then he will
not connect with himself but he will connect with some other things. So, for this
reason, this kind of example which will be mentioned in the last episode of this book
if Allah wills. One week before his disease, he was declared clearly about his death
forecast. Its details are as follows that in the manifest in the hands of a benefactor in
the world who has given sustenance, lineage, descendants of the holy prophet,
blessed with felicity and happiness. (And may Allah keep him as per name as
singular for always in respect and honour). He was called a group of friends in his
service. In which this fakir person was also included. There was one dear person has
said from my side that for him for his demand, whether to send in the army in this
matter. Then Hazrat Eishan said that “For some days he should not go to any place
because the bazaar of his life is going to be closed. Now our work is over. Now for
it, he should be a desire to gain from us. This prohibition with such neglect he used
to pay in favour of the disciples and which is not free from unfamiliarity and
surprise.”
On a Saturday on the 17th Jamad Al-Thani in the year 1012 Hegira, Hazrat
Maqdum Haji Shaikh Abdul Haq and this Fakir person were present at the meeting
place. Then at that time, Hazrat Eishan said that “Yesterday night body parts and
joints which were disarranged that it seemed condition of agonies of death and till
midnight it was such condition upon me. After that, there was comfort due to
the kindness and favour of Allah. If it is mean of the death, then it is grace because
the heart does not like to come out of this condition and in such his disease, he was
making his final advice that “He has with him 2 books of the suspect and send them
to the owners. Even as per the deed of gift of Islamic Shariah law which were in his
possession and in his ownership. The inheritance which was left by Hazrat Eishan is
as follows.
Among cash one Rupee, and from some books, one horse, and one carpet and this
method which is prevailing among his disciples which are mentioned as follows
If there will be sacrificed the life on your way
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So oh soul your love will be left in the inheritance

On the 23rd on Thursday evening Hazrat Eishan was looking very much healthy
and happy. So, for this reason, he was taken staff in his hand and he was moved to
his holy foot from one place to another place. With much happiness, he was entered
into that house which was at the bank side of the river from which there will be used
to come in the air from the opposite direction. And he was entering there. And he
was performing evening prayer by indication. Those clothes he used to wear always
during the day of illness, then he was removed from his body. He began reciting
‘Masnavi Moulavi Manavi’ in a loud voice. Hazrat Eishan has a small sealed
container for Zamzam water with him. Those sincere persons who were appointed
on taking care of his service during his illness were surprised and astonished in this
matter. Some audience has asked questions about hidden knowledge and one person
has asked about the holy book of the Quran in which there is the order of belief on
the invisible and which is there for general persons or for persons of the observation.
Because the people of observation have a belief with the observer. Hazrat Eishan
this is not like that the Eman (faith) if invisibility is both for general and special all
Muslim persons. As per the following couplet.
Whatever you think about Allah, he is hidden from it
He is bigger than your wisdom and thinking
In the last part of Thursday night, there came weakness to the heart of Hazrat
Eishan. And he has become unconscious. Then after some time, he becomes
conscious.His holy face was in much fresh condition with the perfection of relief
and comfort he has opened his holy eyes. But from that till his death he was not
talk anything. At the time of that silence which was remained in a time of 12 parts
of the day and during this time, there were such medicines which were rubbed with
him which were against of his nature. There did not come to any grief in the
condition of Hazrat Eishan. He was focusing on the willingness of Allah. Before
prevailed such condition of silence one friend said that with love and affection that
Allah be praised there were what fewer old and new diseases there inside
inflammation which was increased after this. So Hazrat Eishan has scolded him and
prohibited. He said Allah is the owner of his property and he can useage in it as per
his desire. And nobody has the right to say in this matter. In short. By death, he was
living in a condition of comfort and relief. And there never came changes in it, but
due to coming of the Hindu doctor there was a great shock to the holy soul of the
Hazrat Eishan. He thought to come to him as unbecoming in this matter. In the
condition of angry he turned his face from the Hindu doctor.Upon seeing such
condition Khwaja Nizamuddin told him that” This mistake was due to
the willingness of your mother.Other wise we know the condition of your nature
that Hazrat Eishan is not willing to bring the Hindu doctor.” Upon hearing this
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his colour of his face was changed. And he was, agreed upon the willingness of his
mother in this matter. At that time one friend said Il-Alamin and Hazrat Eishan was
seen on that side very soon. Then he kept his head in uneasy condition. And
he turned his face toward that person.One person among audience told that upon
hearing the name of the beloved there was much fondness which was found in Hazrat
Eishan. Upon hearing this there came tearing in the eyes of reality of Hazrat Eishan
for this reason.

The 17th meeting

On the Saturday on 25th Jamad Al-Thani in the year 1002 Hegira this Fakir person
was getting the felicity of the presence of Hazrat Eishan. It was like that it was the
last day of Hazrat Eishan. And his death was standing at the backside of him. At that
time when there will come, sincere person, then he looked at him and then by his
indication of the eye or by the closing of his eyes he will ask him to go from there.
When this Fakir came before his look of the holy eyes, then he paid much attention
toward this Fakir for much time. And then at that time, he did not look at the other
persons against his habit he was looking at this Fakir many times with his look of
kindness and favour. Oh, Allah gives us a benediction from his personality.
Hazrat Maqdumi Khwaja Hussamudddin Ahmed, who was weeping. Hazrat Eishan
was seen at him with such a look which will be seen at the time of the farewell. He
was seen at his side and he was paid much attention and kindness toward him. But
on the face of Hazrat Eishan which as per his habit, there was found a smile and
surprise and it means was that there was a surprise that you think among the group
of darwesh persons. But in this matter, you are weeping like children. Then, with
much kindness and affection, he took his hand in his hands and he held for much
time. And he touched his hand on his mouth and head. In this last phase of illness
except for Khwaja Hussamuddin there was nobody among his friends in his service
of status. Even though Miya Shaikh Allah Dawud who was near him. But by seeing
weakness and illness of Hazrat Eishan he was affected by weakness. So, for this
reason, he was unable to come to the service of Hazrat Eishan.In short, he used to
be present-day and night in the service of Hazrat Eishan especially during the days
of illness and he used to be present at the meeting place. Except for him no other
friend who did not appoint for his service. As the place was very tight. So for this
reason friends who visit Hazrat Eishan one by one and after visiting him leave from
there. This Fakir upon indication of those holy persons came outside. Oh, Allah for
the sake of those looks and due to cleanliness of those timings and to this Fakir
person who is endeavor in the unsuccessful jungle and who is having the raw habit
and have his salvation, save him from bad ending. And due to favour and kindness,
forgive sins and mistakes and which done in the company of the python who was
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brought up in the house and making of the fraud of the wisdom in the gang in the
company Satan and soul and which are being done these sins and not made to stop
of the realization on the way of Allah.
In short, from the Saturday day when there was the time of day left and he was
engaged in reciting the names of the personalty of Allah in loud sound. And in such
condition, he has left this mortal world after 2 or 3 parts of the day and he was gone
and settled down in the heavenly abode.

This world is light brown and dark

In it there are mourning and happiness of marriage
And things about grief and happiness are together
Someone weep and some will be happier
Someone said the cause of hope died
Some said that the wealth of eternal has died
The envious the sun from the top said that
By the closing of the eyes the sun has died

The End.

TAZKARA AULIYA JHANSI

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Tomb of Hazrat Shaikh Shihabuddin Suhrawardi in Multan

Translated by
Hafeez Anwar
Email: hafeezanwar@yahoo.com

Published by
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© Hafeez Anwar

First Published 1442/2021

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or stored in a

retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or otherwise,
without written permission from the publisher.

Contents
1. Author’s introduction…………………….……………………………....…….o6
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2.Preface………………….…………………………..…………………………...36
3. Tazkara Auliya Jhansi……..………………. ……………….…………………38
4. Sheikh Shibuddin Suherwardi………..………….……………………………..44
5.Hazrat Shaikh Bahuddin Naqshaband………………………..………………….48
6.Hazrat Shaikh Maqdum Bhauddin Zikeria Multani……..………………….…..54
7. Maqdum Hazrat Shaik Saderuddin Mohammed………………………………..57
8. Hazrat Maqdum Jahaniyan Jahangasht………………………………………….58
9. Hazrat Shaikh Najamuddin Ibrahim…………………………………………….60
10.Maqdum Shaikh Minhajuddin Haji Harmain…………………………………..62
11.Hazrat Shah Madar Makanpuri………………….……………………………..65
12. Hazrat Mir Syed Mohammed Makai………………..…………………………65
13. Hazrat Shaban Al-Millat………………………………………………………67
14. Maqdum Shaikh Taqi…………………..………….…………………………..83
15.Hazrat Maqdum Shah Moin Al-Haq………….……..………………………....88
16. Hazrat Maqdum Syed Tajuddin……………..…………………………………93
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The verse Fateha (The opening)

It is difficult Your praise and it is hidden Your virtues in all

You are visible there in all and You are there in everything
For every particle, you are created from the beginning to end
You are Sustainer of all not in this world and another world
You are Lord of the worlds and you are forgiver of the worlds
You are kind to all and Your kind favor is there for all persons
Those who are pious then You are merciful to such persons
Your special favour and kindness is there for all of them
You are the owner everyone settle deeds on judgment day
In your hands is a penalty and a prize and you are the owner
All our worship is for Your sake, oh Lord of the two worlds
All slaves belong to you from the origin, if he is big or small
For all our needs you are must and Your personality is kind
You give all one who calls you as You are a kind helper to all
Guide us such right path now, on which path who went away
With Your graces and all passed away on such path indeed
But there will be no such way never, which is ignored by You
So who lost and misguided on such way due to your anger
This is prayer of your slave and the request of your lowest
Accept prayer of Hafeez as you are an owner of two worlds
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Translated by
Hafeez Anwar
Email: hafeezanwar@yahoo.com,
Hyderabad, India.

Author’s introduction
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My Guinness World Record

Claim ID: 287230
Membership Number: 252956
Dear Mr. Mohammed Abdul Hafeez,
Thank you for sending us the details of your recent record proposal for 'The world
record of translation of two episodes We are afraid to say that we are unable to
accept this as a Guinness World Record.
The details of two episodes
Owaise of Qarni.
Tipu Sultan.
Unfortunately, we do already have a record for this category and what you have
achieved does not better this. The current world record is:
A six page document entitled Universal Declaration of Human Rights, produced by
the United Nations in 1948, was translated into 321 languages and dialects from
Abkhaz to Zulu.
We realize that this will be disappointing to you. However, we have considered your
application carefully in the context of the specific subject area and that of records as
a whole and this is our decision.Guinness World Records have absolute discretion
as to which Guinness World Record applications are accepted and our decision is
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As your record application has not been accepted, Guinness World Records is in no
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Once again thank you for your interest in Guinness World Records.

Yours sincerely,

Ralph Hannah
Records Management Team
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An appreciation of work of the author by Iftekhari Silsila

This note shows as an appreciation of Iftekhari Silsila for the work of the translation
of the below book by the author and adding of this book ‘Muslim saints and
Mystics‘ (Tadhkirtal Aliyah by Farid al din Attar) which is very famous in the
Western world among the English knowing persons and on their website.
The link is as follows, which showing the author’s name in the book as Mohammed
Abdul Hafeez R.A., on their website. Its link is as follows

www.silsilaeiftekhari.in/SufiBooks/140/Mohammed%20Abdul%20Hafeez%20R.
A/Tazkara-tul-Aulia%20(Memories%20of%20the%20Saints).aspx

This is the Official site of Iftekhari Silsila. ... Mohammed Abdul Hafeez R.A; Sirat
Faqr-ul-Arifeen Maulana Hakeem Sayyed Sikandar Shah R.A; Swaneh-e-Maulana
Room Shaikh Shibli Nomani R.A; Sufi

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Author Hafeez Anwar

Is a well-known author, some of his books are a fascination for readers like in the
Hadrat Khaja Shamsuddin Turk & Hadrat Bu Ali Qalandar book, this is one of the
most wanted HAFEEZ ANWAR author readers around the world.
Dear All
Salam
Please find the link as follows
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amp-hadrat-bu-ali-qalandar/11969862/407172e5/#

Regards

Anwar Hafeez
Email hafeezanwar@yahoo.com

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Author’s Introduction

The publication note in the Second Episode by Mr. David Rosenbaum of

New York Times

Farid Al- din Attar is considered one of the preeminent mystical poets of
the Persian Literary tradition. The duration of his life is uncertain, though
he can be placed in the 12th and 13th centuries c. e. born in Nishapur in
what is today Iran, Attar apparently was a pharmacist, but little
information about his personal life is known. During his lifetime he is
believed to have written approximately 9 books, including such famous
works as the Manteq Al- Tayr ( the conference of the birds) and the Ilahi-
Nama (the book of god) . Muslim Saints and Mystics is an abridgement,
translated by A. J. Arberry, of Attar' s only known prose work: Tadhkirat
Al- Auliya ( the memorial of the saints) , which he worked on throughout
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much of his life and which was available publicly before his death. In
what is considered the most compelling entry in this book, attar relates the
story of the execution of Hallaj, the mystic who had uttered the words “ I
am the truth” in a state of ecstatic contemplation. Arberry's translation is
an abridgement; the entry on Owaise Al- Qarani translated by
Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B. Com. , Hyderabad, India, omitted in
Arberry' s text, is included in the following link: Owaise al- Qarani.
Kindly note this episode is very popular on the internet and no other
article of the same title is not meeting the reader’s requirement and
giving full details. So for the reason in many countries, this article is very
popular and added on many web sites for the public reading as well for
the reference and research purpose. The detail on U.S.A. website on
which the second episode is available as follows.
============================================
Owaise of Qarni
113k - adobe pdf - view as html
=============================
On him, which were explained by the prophet. Then Owaise of Qarni . . .
Translated from Urdu to English by Mohammed A. Hafeez, B.Com.
Hyderabad, India. , reference book . . .
www.omphaloskepsis.com/ebooks/pdf/Owaise.pdf.And

Tadhkiratal-Auliya’ by Farid-AL-Din Attar

Introduction
Farid Al-din Attar is considered one of the preeminent mystical poets of
the Persian literary tradition. The duration of his life is uncertain, though
he can be placed in the 12th and 13th centuries C.E. born in Nishapur in
what is today Iran. Attar apparently was a pharmacist but little
information about his personal life is known. During his lifetime he is
believed to have written approximately 9 books, including such famous
works as The Manteq Al-Tayr (The Conference of the Birds) and The
Ilahi-Nama (The book of God) Tadhkiratal-Auliya (Muslim Saints and
Mystics) is considered world famous classical book of Persian literature
which printed and re-
Printed in many countries.
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An abridgement, translated by A.J. Arberry, of Attar's only known

prose work Tadhkirat Al-Auliya (The Memorial of the Saints) which he
worked on throughout much of his life and which was available publicly
before his death. Arberry's translation is an abridgement. The entry on
Owaise of Qarani translated by me which was omitted in Arberry's text
is added to the above web site. In Tadhkiratal-Auliya Sheikh Farid-Al-
Din Attar wrote many chapters and in those chapters there is full
information and details of the titles are available . His style of writing is
most interesting and for this reason the readers will remember the
chapters from the above great book for a longer time .
Due to many great chapters this book is very famous in the world and it
translations are available in many languages of the world. Mr. David
Rosenbaum’s email message about the publication of the episode ‘Owaise
of Qarani’ on the website www.omphaloskepsis.com of U.S.A.
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On Jun 8, 2005, at 9:24 AM,
David Rosenbaum <lijphart@mac.com> wrote:

Attention : Mr. Hafeez,

I have received the RTF file.
Thank you.

Will post it during the next update of the site.

David Rosenbaum
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Thanks to Mr. David E. Rosenbaum of New York Times

The second chapter Owaise Al-Qarani was published on the following

web site by Mr.David E. Rosenbaum as he was the editor of the web site
below. Mr. David E. Rosenbaum's publication note about the entry on
Owasie of Qarni. Muslim Saints and Mystics is an abridgement,
translated by A.J. Arberry, of Attar's only known prose work: Tadhkirat
al-Auliya (The Memorial of the Saints), which he worked on throughout
much of his life and which was available publicly before his death. In
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what is considered the most compelling entry in this book, Attar relates
the story of the execution of Hallaj, the mystic who had uttered the
words "I am the Truth" in a state of ecstatic contemplation.
Arberry's translation is an abridgement; the entry on Owaise al-
Qarani translated by Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B. Com., Hyderabad,
India omitted in Arberry's text, is included in the following link: Owaise
al-Qarani.
====================
2. Owaise of Qarni (PDF)
will create 70,000 angels same as Owaise of Qarni
(Clone) and when ... Owaise of Qarni told him to stay
there and he went away and ...
www.omphaloskepsis.com/ebooks/pdf/Owaise.pdf - 113k -
View as html - More from this site –Save.
====================
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New York Times reporter Mr. David E. Rosenbaum was beaten,

robbed and dispatched to his death
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On the Friday night of Jan. 6, 2006 in Northwest Washington, when New

York Times reporter Mr. David E. Rosenbaum was beaten,robbed and
dispatched to his death. But in history of the book TadhkiratAl-Auliya (
Muslim Saints & Mystics ) the name of Mr. David E. Rosenbaum will
be remembered always as he had published the above article with the
special note with the following details. 1. Some details about the life of
Farid Al-din Attar . 2. The details of the works by Farid Al-din Attar . 3.
He also introduced the translator ( Mohammed Abdul Hafeez B.Com. )
and his work of translation of the second main chapter Owaise of Qarni
from the above book. The above second episode is from Tadhkirat Al-
Auliya (Muslim Saints & Mystics ) by Farid Al-din Attar.
My works.
Some of my English translation works include the following books.
1. Tadhkirtal Auliya (Muslim Saints & Mystics) - A.S. Noordeen
Malaysia.
2.Muslim Saints of Hyderabad
3.Gulzar Auliya
4.Kashaf-ul-Asrar
5.Bahar-E-Rahmat.
8. Hasth Bahist
9.200 kid books
10.The 100 names of Madina city
11. The Muslim Saints of of Bider
12. The Muslim Saints of of Bejapur
14.Tadhkirtal Auliya (Muslim Saints & Mystics)
15.Biography of Hadrat Syed Shah Ghulam Afzal Biabani
16. Khair Majalis the advices of Hazrat Nasiruddin Chirag Dehlavi
17. Biography of Hazrat Khaja Usman Haruni
18. Biography of Hazrat Baba Tajuddin Nagpur
19. Anis Arwa by Hazrat Khaja Moinuddin Chisti
20. Biography of prophet Mohammed (peace be upon him)
21. Biography of Hazrat Mashooq Rabbani Warangal
22. Biography of Hazrat Shah Shah Afzal Biabani
23. Biography of Hazrat Syed Shah Sawar Biabani
24. Muslim Saints of Warangal
25.Muslim Saints of Chennai
25. Muslim Saints of Aurangabad
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Muslim Saints and Mystics’
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Al-Awliya of Farid al-Din Attar
(Supplementary version)

This book is already released by Amazon books U.S.A. during the year
2014 and its selling price is USD 5.00 per copy and which can be had
directly the from the below address.
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In this book three lengthy episodes of Farid al-Din Attar’s book ‘Muslim
Saints and Mystics’are added and in which world famous episode about
Sheikh Abul Hasan Qarqani is available and it is informed of the general
public and other learned persons of knowledge of saints and mysticism
that the biographical details of Sheikh Abul Hasan Qarqani are not found
except in this episode of this book. Address is given as follows from
which this book can be had directly.
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My three poems

Please find my three poems which are as follows and these are well
known and famous since my college days and which were already
published in the A.U. College Magazine of Hyderabad and now I have
added these poems in this book.
The Taj Mahal

In the darkness of night

I visited the tomb of white
Full beautiful in the glorious moon light
Shah Jahan’s love and Mumtaz’s beauty
Making fun of today’s love and poverty
No-one leaves without feelings of beauty
After seeing the Taj Mahal’s majesty
The Taj was reminding me the duty of love
And showing the king’s power of love
Even today in the darkness of strife
The Taj is preaching a lesson of love and life.
By Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B. Com.
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In Thy memory

Her death day came with the fragrance of loving memories

Which shaken the depth of our saddest loving memories
Even the seasonal changes and other worldly affairs
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Could not diminish away her saddest loving memories

Due to the saddest grief, our souls are broken
We are worldly losers and our hearts are broken
Oh : her saddest memories you must not die
Guide us to cover the deliverances of the world
Oh : the heavenly Lord takes Thou care of this beloved soul
Who never faced any worldly peace and pleasure.
By Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B. Com.
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The Dim flame

When the flame of her life was going to dim

No one of us not there to say goodbye
It is how painful for our whole lives
That we cannot see her at death time
Death is sure for every human beings
But how her strange death was indeed?
Her loving relatives were far from her
And they cannot reach for the last visit
We should believe in the heavenly Lord
Who made our vast and great human land
Sure, she has gained a position in the grave land
so, We should not worry Allah is great and known.
By Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B. Com.
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The author wept very much at the Kazipet grave yard

The author upon his return from his service of the foreign country visited
Qazipet after a gap of many years the grave of his grandfather and
grandmother at Qazipet recently in the month of May 2014.
When he visited the grave of his grandfather, which is under a big Neem
tree and its shed is spread over large areas of the graveyard and my
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grandmother’s grave is situated beside the grave of my grandfather. Both

graves are well maintained so are available in the good condition.
As the both graves are under the big old Neem tree so there is too much
shade as well as so much cold and peaceful atmosphere and comfort is
available there. So an atmosphere of peace and comfort is available there
too much due to the coolness of the branches of Neem tree which is
prevailing in the grave yard. For this reason an atmosphere of coolness
and peace condition is there and due to this reason there will be thinking
arise in the mind of the author that both of them living in the peaceful
condition.
However the author wept too much there because his grandfather who
was administrator of the shrine of Kazipet for many years and his
grandmother who lived in Kazipet village for many years and she did
many endeavour there and she helped many needy women and children
there so now both of them are buried in the graveyard of Kazipet shrine
and nobody is not there in the village to visit them from their lineage but
many unknown visitors are visiting their graves there and the author have
personally seen many flowers on the graves which were placed by those
unknown persons.

Connection of the author’s family members with Kazipet

When my grand dad Sheikh Dadan reached Kazipet Jagir on his transfer
from another place and he was attracted by the teachings of Sufi Center at
Kazipet Jagir during the period of Hazrat Syed Shah Sarwar Biabani Radi
Allahu anhu the successor and son of great Sufi master Hazrat Syed Shah
Afzal Biabani Radi Allahu anhu. When my grand dad became his disciple
and he left immediately the following things.
1 .He left his superior job in the police department. 2. He left his native
place of Medak. 3. He left his big house in Medak.
Due to the kindness and favour of Hazrat Syed Shah Ghulam Biabani
Radi Allahu anhu my granddad had got the job of estate administrator of
Dargah Sharif and a plot of land of 1000 yards from the center of Kazipet
village. On this plot my granddad had constructed a big house (Gulshan
Manzil) on 500 yards and one big garden on 500 yards.

Bio, links of the author

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My name is Mohammed Abdul Hafeez and I have graduated in commerce

from Osmania University, Hyderabad, India. I am a Translator of Islamic
books and interested in Sufi books and have translated 58 chapters from
the famous Sufi book ‘Tadkiratal Awliya’ by Farid El din Attar in the
year 2009 from Urdu to English and some chapters of the book were
published on the below web site and due to kind grace and help of Allah
there is good response from its readers in large numbers on so many web
sites.
The book ‘Muslims Saints and Mystics’ was already published by A. S.
Noordeen Malaysia and in this book available 55 episodes in the year
2013 and another book Muslims Saints and Mystics also published by
Kindle, Amazon U. S. A., and in this book lengthy three episodes are
available in the year 2014.
I am a retired secretary and worked in a Gulf country for many years and
having one son and his name is Mohammed Abdul Wasi Rabbani , who
was studying in St. Domnics school Salimnagar colony Hyderabad and at
K.B.N. Engineering college Gulbega and he is an IT Engineer and
working abroad . We are having four little grandchildren and their names
are as follows and among them Shehzan is very smart boy and my wife’s
name is Ather Fatima and my daughter in law’s name is Juhi Yasmeen
and she was educated in St. Domnics school Salimnagar colony
Hyderabad , Vani Girls College and Madina Girls college as an extra-
ordinary and brilliant student of these educational institutions.1.
Mohammed Sulaiman 2. Mohammed Osman 3. Mohammed Shehzan 4.
Sahrish Fatima
I enjoy doing translation of Sufi works and my translated first episode are
available with the following publication note of Mr. David Rosenbaum of
New York Times which is available on the above mentioned famous
U.S.A. website.
At Kazipet Jagir my dad, Mohammed Afzal and my brother Mohammed
Abdus Samad and Me Mohammed Abdul Hafeez and my sister Meher
Unisa were born there. In Qazipet my father married to Akthar Begum,
daughter of Mr. Abdul Majeed of Bidar district who was working at that
time in the education department as an education officer. After many
years of service at Qazipet Dargah Sharif (shrine ) with great fame and
good name my grand dad passed away and upon his death our big house
was deserted as all members of our family migrated to Hyderabad and
some other places, but my grand mom stayed in the big lonely house with
her maidservant as she never thinks to leave the place of his great Sufi
master. Upon living many years there she had been shifted to Hyderabad
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when she became ill due to the fracture of her foot, but due to her great
love for the great Sufi Center at Kazipet upon her death, we had taken her
dead body to Kazipet from Hyderabad and she was buried at the back
side of the tomb of her Murshid (spiritual master) Syed Shah Sarwar
Biabani. (R. A.)
During the 1986 I had tried my best to re-settle my family members
from Hyderabad to Kazipet Jagir but I was not successful in this matter as
my son's (Mohammed Abdul Wasi Rabbani) application for admission in
St. Gabriel school Fatima Nagar was not accepted there due to late
submission. We are staying in Hyderabad with our family members, but
we never miss any chance to visit the holy shrine of Hazrat Syed Shah
Afzal Biabani R. A. And Hazrat Syed Shah Sarwar Biabani R.A. At
Kazipet Jagir on regular basis.
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An event of the theft during the service of period of my grandfather at
Kazipet shrine

During the period of Syed Shah Ghulam Afzal Biyabani this event was
happening. At that time there was a grant of Rupees fifty towards the
salaries of the staff of Noban Khana (the place from where time is
announced by the beat of the drum) in which there were some staff
members used to work there and it was headed by the supervisor. By the
government of H.E.H.The Nizam of Hyderabad there was every month
the royal grant which was used to reach to the custodian of the Qazipet
shrine through the supervisor from the government treasury. From there it
will reach to the administrator of the estate and who will used to distribute
the amount of salaries to all concerned staff.
As per reference by Tufazal Hussain advocate that one month the
supervisor of Nobat Khana who was obtained the amount of Rupees fifty
towards the salaries from the Royal treasury office and he was fled to
Hyderabad. But in the shrine building the staff members were waiting for
him to receive their salaries from him and but at last they were able to
know that the supervisor was fled from Qazipet and he was reached to
Hyderabad.
At that time the custodian of the shrine of Kazipet was in Hyderabad.
So the estate administrator Sheikh Dadan, who was grandfather of the
translator of this book was informed the details of this case to Tufazal
Hussain advocate and this event was mentioned by Syed Khaja Sadat
Hussain Biyabani in his Urdu book ‘Lemat Biyabani’ (This book was
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already translated by me with the title of Biographyof Hazrat Syed Shah

Ghulam Afzal Biabani and has been posted by in the paperback and
electronic book formats on amazon.com) and he was mentioned the
details of this event on the pages 110-111 of his book and he was
requested to take action against the supervisor of the police department. In
his reply Tufazal Hussain advocate wrote him that as the custodian of the
shrine is present in Hyderabad and if we start action against him, so due to
kindness if the culprit will be forgiven by him then it will be not proper in
this matter to initiate the case against him. So it is better to take the
approval of the action from the custodian of the shrine first so that it is
proper to take further action in this matter.
It was learnt by me that the estate administrator Sheikh Dadan was sent
the letters by the post to Hyderabad for the kind perusal of the shrine
custodian there.
The estate administrator Sheikh Dadan who is the grandfather of this
translator and in whose memory this event was especially translated from
the following book for the information of the readers of the International
Internet Libraries in U.S.A. especially for the readers of these two
websites as follows. www.calmeo.com and www.scribd.com
Upon this it was happened that supervisor of Nobat Khana after
spending of the amount was reached to see the custodian and he told him
all details in this matter and he requested him to forgive his mistake and
he made loud and cry in this matter and he requested him to allow him to
join back in his post.
It was learnt later that the custodian of the shrine was kept the supervisor
at his residence in Hyderabad for a period of three days. During that
period the letters of the Estate Administrator and the advocate was
reaching for him. Upon this he was given the travel expenses from
Hyderabad to Kazipet to the supervisor of the Nobat Khana and was sent
him from Hyderabad to Kazipet and he was given the instruction to the
estate administrator which is as follows.
“ That the supervisor was presented in his service and he ashamed of his
bad deed so he was forgiven his mistake in this matter.So you also forgive
him and allow him to join on his duty. Otherwise, he is poor person
having small children with him so they will become economically poor
and will be destroyed in this matter. Arrange the salary of Nobat Khana
staff members from another fund.”
So after some days the supervisor was coming back to Qazipet from
Hyderabad and he was allowed to join in his post as per order the
custodian of the shrine of Kazipet and the staff members of the Nobat
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Khana was paid their salaries from the other fund by the administrator of
the estate.
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Reference: from the Urdu book ‘Lemat Biyabani’
By Syed Khaja Sadat Hussain Biyabani

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Translated by
Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B.Com.
Translator ‘ Muslim Saints and Mystics’
(The Tadhkirah al-Awliya of Farid)

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In the last I request the readers of this article to pray for our grandmother
and grandfather for which the author will be obliged to them for their kind
help and cooperation in this matter. I am also obliged to the unknown
visitors of the graves of the my grand father and grand mother at the
graveyard of Kazipet Dargah for their kind visits and placing of the
flowers on the graves and for which I could not forget this favour and
attention so I will pray for them in this matter to extend my heartfelt
thanks in this matter.

Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B.Com.

Translator ‘ Muslim Saints and Mystics’
(The Tadhkirah al-Awliya of Farid)
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Dear Mr. Hafeez Sahib
Wa Alaykum Assalaam,

Jazakallah for your sincere time and efforts it is an impressive

contribution Indeed, it is a nice English Translation and will help us to
share with English speaking people. There are certain places need to be
updated in your translation. May Allah swt bless you with the spiritual
support of Hadrath Syed Jalaluddin Jamalul Bahar Mashooq Rabbani.
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I believe we should enhance the compilation done by Hazrath Syed Aulia

Quadri RA around some 55 years ago-- there are other historical books
(should be available in A.P. Archaeology and State Central Library and
other libraries .I know some books such as Mishkat un Nubuwwah by
Hazarath Syed Ghulam Ali Shah R.A., Mahboob-zil-Menon - Tadkiray
Aulia Deccan page 248 and Tawariqul Auliya second part page 528.
Insha Allah, Ali pasha will gather the information on Hadrat Mashooq
Allah R.A from above mentioned books and from other sources and we
will print a revised edition soon.
Once again, thank you and our heartfelt appreciation for your translation
work.
Wassalam.
Kind Regards,
Syed Jalal Quadri
5873 E Beverly Circle
Hanover Park IL 60133
Cell# 847-436-8535

In the loving memory of my mother

Mother you lived long and left us on 3rd November 2016

And showed us a life by drawing a good road map of life

You protected us since childhood till present time of life

So we cannot ignore you during our entire period of life

Your life was not at all dull in the wasteful ways

It was an example of the struggle for the happy life

Your determination was so great to fight the life

By such you have good benefits you have gained

You acted in the world, but also active in the religion

Your presence was a grace due to the kindness of God
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After your demise, was a loss and damage in the house

Her name Akhter, she was a star of the luck in her life

Her life journey was ended in 6 days in the hospital

Left on us an impression which cannot be removed

Oh God, you have been given a position in the world

Kindly bestow the mercy on her final resting place

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Hafeez Anwar
Email: hafeezanwar@yahoo.com
Translator ‘ Muslim Saints and Mystics’
(The Tadhkirah al-Awliya of Farid Al-din Attar

HASTH BAHIST in the TURKISH EDITION

Dear ALL

Good day

Please find the link.

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In the praise of Hazrat Shihabuddin Suherwardi

He is well known as the Qutub and Ghouth of his time

So, for this reason, his status is well known in the world

He was a pioneer of the Suherwardi chain from Multan

And his tasks, meditation, and miracles are well known

Oh Shaikh of time and world, look Hafeez and his work

So that his book of Tazkara Aulia Jhansi become popular

Oh, Shah of the world, your endavourd and task are famous
Which could not be possible in this small book of Hafeez

Kindly look into this matter with your favour of kindness

So that this book will shine not only in East but in the West

Oh, Shah of time, I hope that due to your kind favour

This book, which will shine in the world as the sun

Oh Allah to increase the status of the Shah to a high

So that he can get the dignity in both worlds as well

For the sake of Shah Madina, there may higher his level
And there should be the success to lineage and its people

At last, Hafeez, who is a Shah’s poor devotee and a slave

So, for this reason, Allah may give success to his old book

By Hafeez Anwar
Email hafeezanwar@yahoo.com

Preface
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In this book translation of biographical details of the Urdu edition of the

book Tazkara Aylia Jhansi is added by me upon its translation into the English
edition and this book is well known and famous book which is written by
Mohammed Farooq and who wrote this book in the Urdu language and which was
translated into English language by me.
These details have been translated by me into English language from the above old
book of the Urdu language and in which there are available some great
achievements, as well as the commands and teaching of the students of the mystic
way by Muslim saints of Jhansi in the area of the Jhansi and which are not yet known
to the general and special persons, are added in this book and which are available in
a very interesting style so for this reason, the readers will find great interest and
attention in this matter. And for the above Urdu’s book is given title is given
as Tazkara Aylia Jhansi and the same title“ Takara Auliya Jhansi” I have given for
my translated book’s English edition.
Due to the above facts and details, if the readers will start reading its first page of
the book and will not stop reading till they will reach this book’s last page as some
interesting events and as well as other great miracles and endeavours of Muslim
saints of Jhansi is added in this book and these holy saints who were passed away
from the world many centuries and years ago.
Even though this is a small book, but due to its importance, it is so great due to the
coverage of many interesting events and positive information so it is like an ocean
of knowledge and information of Tazkara Auliya Jhansi who was passed away from
the world upon doing his great endeavours and many hard tasks for the teaching and
propagation of the Islamic religion and the work of Islam and which they have done
in the area of Jhansi so this book is a great book and it will present the ocean of
knowledge for the guidance of people towards the right path of Islam.

To write about these great saints and great spiritual masters is not only it is difficult
and but it is a very hard task. In Tazkara Auliya Jhansi in which there were not only
added biographies great pious personalities of their time in the area of Jhansi and
who were also a great and famous spiritual master so, in brief, they were great holy
persons of Allah of their time in the Jhansi region.
For a long time, they were engaged in religious discourses, sermons, and spiritual
training of the people and they did also many great endeavours for the preaching and
propagation work of Islam in Jhansi and around this region and also there was no
such personality during his time in the world.
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As this book of the biographies of the holy saints is very short in length so for this
reason, the translator’s biography is added as per the requirement of the length of
pages of the book.

3.Tazkara Auliya Jhansi

If anybody who could not get a meeting with his friend then in that condition if
he will prefer for the endeavours and talking about his friend and which will bring
for peace and comfort to his heart in this matter. There is a saying of the prophet in
this matter that “If somebody who will spread a mat for the eating food and if there
will befall of the mercy of Allah then there will be the share of the benefit of
something in this matter for this reason”.Also, there is the great saying of the prophet
which is available by hearing to the followers of his nation and who are residing in
faraway places. And which is as follows.
“One who will have love of any group than for this reason he will be counted among
that group.”
Hazrat Ibrahim Bin Adham who said that “I have seen one dream in one night that
one angel who was writing something in one register.” I have asked him “What you
are writing in it.?” The angel replied to me that “He is writing the names of the
friends of Allah in this register.”I have asked with the angel whether there his name
which is found in it.” And then he said to me that “No.”Then I have told him that
even though I am not among the friends of Allah but he will keep the friends of Allah
as my friends in this matter. Still, I was saying this then at that time there was reach
the commandment of Allah to the angel that “To put the register in the upside-down
and write the name of Ibrahim in the first position in the register because he is the
friend of our friends.”
From Shaikh Abdulla Salmi somebody has asked with him “How do you recognize
pious persons of Allah.” Then he has said that “ By softness of the tongue, who will
be recognized while eating something good, be in good spirits, liberal of soul, lesser
objections, to accept objections, full kindness on all mankind, so, for this reason,
their friendship is friendship of Allah and their nearness is nearness of Allah as well
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as their endeavours is endeavours of Allah and meeting with them is meeting of

Allah, and their respect is respect of Allah.”
Shaikh of Islam Khwaja Abdallah Ansari who said that “Oh Allah what you have
done and what deal you have done with your friends and those who have searched
them then they have found you in this matter and those who did not see so, for this
reason, they could not recognize them.”
Sheikh Abul Khair Habshi who said that there is required by the courageous person
should see only a courageous person. Those who have seen him then he has not seen
him but he has seen Allah. The system method of this gentle group is not one method.
Every way has its own method and which is different from each other group. Some
group is in manifest and other groups which are hidden. Some group who declare
their miracles by command of Allah. So on this group for the fate it is compulsory
to show the miracles as per requirement otherwise the aim and purpose of these
persons is higher and great than their miracles. Some other group who do not show
miracles due to pride of the soul in this matter. So, for this reason, they do not want
to disclose their miracles. Some are not appointed on these miracles. But whatever
which will be done by them which will be a revelation from the side of Allah in this
matter. Unless they will be not appointed then they will not show their miracles. And
they will not speak unless there will be not asked by them in this matter. They will
not eat unless they will not be provided food and they will not be drunk unless they
will not be provided water to them. The method of perfection of some persons who
are of giving up and abstraction.
Some persons who will be engaged in the sources of manifest and world. And
their method which will be Solitude in the Crowd (Khalwat Dar Anjuman). So the
person of this group who will not involve in the rejection of the complaints, also as
well as will not file objections and refuse and the sayings and secrets in this matter.
Mamshad Denuri who said that “One who will refuse the friendship of Allah so,
for this reason, there is lesser punishment for him and then will not include him
among his friends.” In the Hadith (Ḥadīth in Islam refers to the record of the words,
actions, and the silent approval of the Islamic prophet Muhammad.) it is mentioned
that Allah who will say my friends who will be hidden in my tunic and except me
nobody will recognize them.”Yes, by my recommendation they can recognize them.
So for this person, it should not be looked at any person of piety with the look of
hate. Because the friends of Allah who will be kept away from the look of the
unrelated persons in this matter. Unless there will be no insight, discernment, and
truth there is not required usage among mankind. So, for this reason, it will be cruelty
upon you.
Hazrat Zanoon Masri and Abu Torab Bakshi who said that” When Allah will
ignore any person then that person’s tongue which will become sharp for taunt,
rejection and in the act of rejecting of the authority of the pious persons of Allah.”
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Hazrat Abu Abdallah Sanjari said that “ For the people which is most beneficial
is the company of the pious persons as well as to act and follow their action and
deeds.”
Abu Abdallah Maghrabi said that “Holy persons of Allah who are guardians of
Allah upon mankind. Due to benediction of their foot mankind is free from calamity
and for this reason the calamity is disconnected from mankind.”
The teacher of all holy persons Hazrat Shaikh Abdul Quader Jilani who said that
“This group of holy persons who are Sultan of this world as well as for another
world.”
Hazrat Khwaja Mohammed Parsa who said that “The existence of the holy persons
is the miracle and their giving of the invitation of the reality to mankind is one grace
among the graces of Allah. To make alive the dead heart is one verse among their
verses. These holy personalities are the reason for the peace for the people of the
world. And their presence is the blessing of the time and due to their presence, there
will be rainfall in the world. Due to their presence, there will be a given livelihood
to mankind. There is said for their dignity that their conversation is medicine and
their look is the cure. This person sits together with Allah. These are persons who
belong to such a nation and so, for this reason, one who sits in their company which
will never become deprived and belongs to a bad fate. And their friends, for this
reason, will not become disapproved.

Shaikh Abul Hasan Ghaznavi who said that “The holy person is rulers of the world.
The sky will send rainfall due to the benediction of their foot.”
The head of the group of the holy persons of Allah, Syed Junaid Baghdadi who
said that “Remembrance of holy persons of Allah are Hisan Hisan religion and it
means it is the strong fort of the religion of Islam.”
So the personality of holy persons is the cause of benediction and as well as the
cloud for existence and their remembrance is the cause of the happiness of Allah.
Their sayings and conditions which are the cause of life water for the dead hearts of
human beings. Their sayings which are as comforts for hearts of misguided persons
are as life, sweetness, comfort and the condition the holy persons are like rare wine
which will satisfy the thirsty persons of the love. And their sayings and uttering
which will guide to the people who are in the valley of misleading and for the persons
who are sleeping in the carelessness and for the students of the guidance it is like an
argument for them in this matter and guidance for them.
So, for this reason, these some pages in which there is the description of the events
of the biography details of the holy persons which are submitted in the presence of
such persons who have their love and affection and who smell their love and so I am
submitting some pages for the sake of benediction. Their biographical details and
translations details are taken from printed books and handwritten manuscripts in the
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Persian language. And for that information which was given the shape of the dress
of the Urdu language upon translation. And it is hoped that for the Urdu readers in
general and as well as for Muslims of our area and also for the family members of
Muslim Saints of Jhansi and their relatives and as well as for the disciples which will
be a matter and source of happiness and good news in this matter. And hope that
they will accept the details in this matter.
In this book, there is aim and purpose to mention Tazkira (details) of the holy saints
of Jhansi but as a matter of fact, in the books of biographies, there are not available
details of the holy persons and their lineage. And also there is mention of the Shaikhs
of the mystic way who belongs to their family. And such information as well as
details which are not available. So, for this reason, their brief life biographies and
other details which were added in this book as which was must for the above reason
in this matter. So for insight and as well as to mentioned great dignity and pomp of
holy persons of Jhansi so their biographical details which are added in this book in
the brief but all-important facts and information which is found and added in this
book and given the title of this book as Tazkira Auliya Jhansi.
There is the request of prayer with Merciful Allah to fulfill my aim and purpose
and make this book as a cause of benefit and make it most popular among special
and general persons. And make this book for me as a source of benediction and cause
of salvation.

Mohammed Farooq Chisti Saberi Ashrafi

Etranvi Allahabad

It has seemed to me proper that first there will be mention of the spiritual masters
and shaikhs of Auliya (holy persons) of Jhansi in this book in brief and afterward
there will be mention of the biographical details of the Auliya of Jhansi.
So for this reason of the benediction at the beginning of the book, there is added
biographical details of Hazrat Sheikh Shihabuddin Suherwardi who was the founder
of the chain of the Surherwardia.

4.Sheikh Shibuddin Suherwardi

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His holy name is famous and he is called with the name of Umar. And he is among
the sons of Hazrat Abu Baker Siddiq. And his lineage which is connected with
Hazrat Abu Baker Siddiqi in the 13th lineage. His genealogical link is as follows.
Umar Bin Mohammed Albkari Suharwardi Bin Adallah Bin Shaikh Abu Saeed
Bin Shaikh Hussain Bin Qasim Bin Nasar Bin Qasim Bin Abdallah Bin Abdul
Rahman Bin Qasim Bin Mohammed Bin Abu Baker Siddiq.
His patronymic name is well known as Abu Hafaz. And his title is well known as
Shaikh al-Shaikh Shihbuddin. He was Qutub (The Qutb is the Sufi spiritual leader
that has a divine connection with God and passes knowledge on which makes him
central to, or the axis of, Sufism, but he is unknown to the world) of his time and
Ghouth (Ghouth goes well beyond its origin, to uncover valuable insights into one's
destiny and luck, as well as beneficial ) of his time learned person, excellent and
perfect person of the time. And he was the leader of the time. He was the leader of
the group of the chain of Suherwardia and he belonged to the followers of the
religion of Shafei. He was followed the method which was as per Sunnah of the
prophet as well as per Islamic law. He was a good dialectician of his time in Baghdad
and he was the disciple of his uncle Shaikh Ziauddin Abu Najib Suharwardi.
Shaharward is a city near Zanjan in the area of Iraq and Ajam. He was born in this
place of the Shaharward. He was the most pious and virtuous personality. He did a
hard endeavor in worship and mystical exercise. He always engaged his endeavours
for the good return on the way of good deeds. In the last period, there was no such
person like him in his place. He was found the Shaikh of time and Shaikh of the
world Hazrat Shaikh Abdul Quader Jilani. Due to benediction of the company of
Hazrat Abdul Quader Jilani he was benefited by great advantages for this reason and
which he has got all of them with him. He has written many of his fine books during
his life period. Among all of his books book Awarif Marif which is a well known
and famous book of his time in the world. There was a large crowd of the general
and special persons towards him in Baghdad. There was one group of the Sufi
persons who have done endeavours under his guidance and there was much rush for
him in his loneliness from Sufi persons and for this reason they have obtained
knowledge of Sufism and perfection in this matter.
He has mentioned that in his youth period he was busy in some books of
knowledge of the conversation and has memorized some books of this knowledge
by me.
Sheikh Shibuddin Suherwardi has said that “During his youth period he was
engaged in the reading the book of scholastic philosophy and some of these books I
have memorized. As such that I have become an expert. And my uncle Sheikh
Najibuddin used to prohibit me in this matter. But I did not use to hear from him
anything in this matter. And one day who was going to see the Sheikh Abdul Quader.
And he was also taken with me there. When I went near him then he said that “Oh
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Omar, Allah said “Ya ahi lazina amanu eza najitam faqadamu baina yadiu
najawakam sadqa.”At this time we are in the presence of such a holy person and
whose heart will give information about Allah.” So keep you alert so that you will
not get benediction from his visit.” When I visited Sheikh Abdul Quader and able to
look his face and upon sitting for some time then I have told him that “This is my
nephew and his name is Omar and I have prohibited him number of times not to read
books of scholastic philosophy by him but he is ignoring my advice in this
matter.”Then Sheikh Abdul Quader has asked “Oh Omar which books of this
knowledge you are studying by you”.I have told, “ I read such and such books by
me.” Then Sheikh was touched my chest than for this reason there has not remained
any knowledge that I was memorized. But at that time Allah has opened the door of
inspired knowledge upon my heart. And from there I was standing by, saying the
knowledge of wisdom. He said to me “Oh Omar, you are among the famous
personalities of Iraq.”
Najamuddin who was the friend of Sheikh Suhibuddin who said that “ One day
he was sitting in loneliness with Sheikh Shihabuddin and after 40 days what I have
seen that Sheikh Shihabuddin, who was sitting on the top of the mountain and he
was pouring a pot of the jewels on the people. And people are collecting them. When
he will pour down the pot, then again the pot will full with jewels automatic like a
stream of the jewels.”
In the evening time, I left loneliness and went to see the above Sheikh then before
saying something he said to me that “ Najamuddin whatever you have seen which is
exactly right. Such are the many things which I have with me. And which have given
to me by Shiekh of time Muhiuddin Abdul Quader in turn for knowledge of
scholastic philosophy.

He was born in the year 539 Hegira in Saharward and he died in the mourning
period of the Muharram in the year 632 Hegira. And his mausoleum is situated in
the inside of the City of Baghdad. But in this history book of the ibn Qalqan, it is
mentioned that his holy grave is situated in the Saharward.
There were many of his disciples and all of them are well known for perfection
and excellence as well as the famous and well known. And their names are as
follows.
1.Maqdum Shaikh Bahuddin Zikeria Multani
2.Najimuddin Ali Barash
3.Shaikh Hameed Nagori
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5.Hazrat Shaikh Bahuddin Naqshaband

The Mausoleum of Hazrat Khaja Bahuddin Naqshaband

In the praise of Khaja Bahauddin Naqshaband

He is the king of the Bukhara and everybody knows him

As he is also king of the world and no one is such like him
His praises are too much and difficult to write in the books
And if rivers become inks, then so there will be a shortage
Sultan of Bukhara help Hafeez who is there at your door
Who is your servant and he is in need of your great help
This is your miracle so this book’s trial version is popular
Hafeez is needed your help for the early end of the book
Kindly do a favour and look into this matter for its success
In your biography, there are chains of miracles and events
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Which helps us to know all your miracles were done by you

Oh, Sultan, you are great, so even kings were your servants
Please help Hafeez in the translation of your great old book
So the present and future generations may know about you
For sake of Sultan of Madina help Hafeez in this great work
So that your biography book will be published very soon.
Oh Shah Naqshaband you are King of Bukhara but you
Are known and famous around all corners of the world
Your teaching and preaching are based on the Holy Quran
And your explanations are touching the hearts of persons
Hafeez never forgets you for your kind help for his writing
Your famous book in English with details of your teachings
Kindly do not ignore Hafeez as he is your old slave servant
And he is at the slit of your kind door in hope of your help
Kindly do a favour and make his book most world-renown
Because in it there are many discourses and lots of miracles
Oh my master guide and help Hafeez for your kind favour
Marking the launch of your advice, book as the fame event
What is important for which Hafeez wrote this great book
Because in it there are a treasure of knowledge and miracles
So, for this reason, oh master help Hafeez a lot for this book
At the close of admiration help all persons as well as Hafeez
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By
Hafeez Anwar
Email hafeezanwar@yahoo.com
Hyderabad, India

His name is called and his name is well known as Mohammed Bin Mohammed
Bukhari in the magazine of Bahia in which it written the status and position of the
Hazrat Khaja Bahuddin Naqshband and also in which Khaja Sahib himself
mentioned the meaning of Naqshanad that me and my father who used to engage in
the work of carpet making and painting. And this was also written by Hazrat Abdul
Rahman Jamai in this matter.
He is the founder of the chain of the Naqshbandia and he was head of this
group.Hazrat Khaja Baba Sumasi who has accepted him as a son. And he has become
a disciple of Khaja Amir Kalal. When Khaja Baba Sumasi who has accepted him as
his son then at that time he said to his companions that “ He is person of Allah and
this is such flower which is going be to smell and he will soon become leader of the
time and then he was looked at his disciple and caliph Hazrat Amir Kalan and he
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said to him that “Oh Amir in favour of my son Bahuddin apply your favour and
training and do not neglect in this matter otherwise I will not forgive you if you will
commit mistake in this matter.” Amir stood on the knees and he said that to him
while putting his hands on his chest that “He will not be a man if he will commit any
mistake in this matter.”So, for this reason, he has become a disciple of Hazrat Amir
Kalal and he was get training by him. And he also belonged to Owaise lineage. He
was benefitted by the spiritualism of Abdul Khaliq Ghujduwani and also he was
benefitted to a large extent by Hazrat Fatam Sheikh and Khalif Ajaju who belong to
venerable Shaikhs of Turkistan. He was Ghouth (Ghouth goes well beyond its origin,
to uncover valuable insights into one's destiny and luck, as well as beneficial) of his
time. And he was head of the group of the holy persons of Allah. So, for this reason,
there was much rush of general and special persons towards him. His method was in
confirmation as per Islamic law. And he has followed the religion of the Imam Abu
Hanifa. And many holy Shaikh persons of this chain who belonged to the religion of
Imam Abu Hanifa. The people have asked with Khaja Buzrug that whether there is
Jabar (compulsion), Khilwat (solitude) and Sama is there is your chain.?” And he
said that “No”.Then the people have asked him what is your method.?”He said that
“Khalwat dar Anjuman is in manifest and which is called solitude in the crowd
(khalwat dar Anjuman). There are two kinds of retreats. One is the outward kind in
which the seeker, far from people, sits alone in his cell until he comes into contact
with the spiritual world. This result comes about because the external senses
withdraw themselves and the inner senses extend themselves to signs from the
spiritual world. The second kind of retreat is the hidden one, where the seeker is
inwardly witnessing the secrets of the real while he is outwardly surrounded by
people. Khalwat Dar Anjuman is of this second type of retreat: outwardly to be with
people, inwardly to be with God. In all your outer activities remain inwardly free.
Learn not to identify with anything whatsoever. Khwaja Awliya Kabir, one of the
deputies of 'Abd ul-Khaliq Ghujduwani, explained Khalwat Dar Anjuman as
follows: "' Retreat within the crowd' is that state when one is so constantly and
completely absorbed in divine remembrance that “One could walk through the
market-place without hearing a word." They are with their Lord and simultaneously
they are with the people. As the Prophet said, "I have two sides: one faces my Creator
and one faces creation." 'Abd ul-Khaliq Ghujduwani himself was known to say:
"Close the door of the formality of saintly and open the door of friendship. Close the
door of khalwat (solitary retreat) and open the door of suhbat (companionship)."
Baha Ad-din Naqshband said in this connection: "Our path is in companionship. In
[physical] retreat there comes fame and with fame comes calamity. Our welfare lies
with the assembly and its companionship, on condition that [self-] negation is found
in one another."
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It is said that there were no slave and slave girls with Khwaja Naqshband. When
it was asked with him then he said that “There is no truth of slavery with being a
master. Somebody has asked him up to where your chain has reached so far. Then
he said that “ Nobody will reach to his place with the lineage. The people have
demanded miracles with him then he said that “ It is our miracle in the manifest that
in spite of so much weight of the sins he is walking here and there on the earth. “
Somebody has asked whether your darweshi which you have got from your
inheritance or from the school. He said that “It means the passion of truth and it's
one passion among which is equal to deeds of the world and hereafter.” and from it
was got excellence. He used to say that one of the nearest ways for us is the negation
of existence. But without leaving the option there will be not available seeing faults
of the action of the deeds. For the person who walks in this way, the connection of
Allah is moreover a great veil. Up to where it should be described in this matter as
there are so many of his sayings and which are belongs to sayings of great wisdom
and spiritualism. Due to the length of the matter which is not ignored for this reason.
Hadrat Baha-Ud-Din Naqshband Bukhari (Persian: ‫( )بهاءالدین محمد نقشبند بخاری‬1318–
1389) was the founder of what would become one of the largest and most influential
Sufi Muslim orders, the Naqshbandi. Many great Sufi persons of time who were
entered in his Sufi chain like Khaja Mohammed Parsa, Khaja Nasar Parsa, Khaja
Alaudin Attar, Khaja Aluddin Ghujduwani, Maulana Yaqooq Charqi, Khaja
Obiedulla Aharar, Hazrat Moulana Nizam Qamosh, Moulana Abdul Rahman Jami,
Hazrat Khaja Baqibillah, Hazrat Mujadid Alif Thani, Shaikh Ahmed Sarhindi,
Hazrat Mazhar Alam Mirza Mazhar Jan Janan Dehlavi, Hazrat Shah Ghulam Ali
Dahlavi.
One of his titles is well known as Khaja Buzrug. There are many of his miracles
so for this reason, it is even difficult to even describe one of his miracles.
His mother told me that “Even my son Khaja Bahuddin who still was four years
old and in our house there was one cow that was pregnant cattle and who grown up
in our house and which was also pregnant cattle. Then at that time my four old years
son who said that there were will be born calf to the cow with a white face. After
some months such calf with the above attribute was born to the cow.”
When he was visited Makkah and at that time Haji persons were scarifying their
animals there. He said that “We have also one son with us which we have sacrificed
in the way of Allah.” The darwesh persons who were with him on this journey who
have recorded the date in this matter. When they have arrived in Bukhara and they
have investigated then they found that on the same date his son has died in Bukhara.
As Khaja Sahib who was a person of usage during his life and in the same way, he
is still he is now a person usage even upon his death.
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He was born in the 718 Heigira in the Qasar Arifan and he has left this world on
the night of Monday in the month of Rabil Awwal in the year 791 Hegira when his
age was 73 years old.
One day he said that with Abu Saeed Abul Khair the persons have asked with him
“Which verse which is recited in his funeral procession then he said that there is a
big thing to recite verse but read the following couplet.” And its short meaning and
interpretation is that “The friend which reached near the friend who was near to him
very much.” And upon saying this he has said that with his funeral proceed with the
following couplet which should be recited and its meaning and interpretation is as
follows.
“That poor has reached to the place of your door and kindly show your look of
magnificence and extend your favour of the hand toward our bag and send your
kindness of cloud from your hand and welcome us in your place of dignity”

6.Hazrat Shaikh Maqdum Bhauddin Zikeria Multani

His name is famous and well known as Hazrat Maqdum Shaikh Bhauddin Zikeria
Multani. And his patronymic is called Abu Mohammed Abu Barkat. His father’s
name is Wajihuddin Kamaluddin Ali Shah Qureishi. His genealogical link connected
with the grandfather of Hazrat Ali Bin Taleb (R.A.) and whose name was Asad
Qureshi. His ancestor came to Kharwazam from Makkah first and then they have
settled down in Multan. Hazrat Zikeria Multani was born in Multan. And after
memorizing the holy Quran he went to Khorasan. And where in the period of seven
years he has obtained from the holy persons of Allah the knowledge of manifest and
innermost at that place.

In the knowledge of manifest and innermost, Islamic jurispricdiction, Hadith, Usul

(principles) and branches, in which he was learned person as well as the perfect
person. He was Qutub as well as Ghouth of his time, and he was Shaikh of Islam
during his period. He was incomparable in his time and he belongs to the religion of
Abu Hanifa. And he was the successor of Shaikh Shuabuddin Suherwardi. And he
was a caliph and as well as complete disciple. And who has having a higher grade
of position and who has manifested his miracles and supernatural habits. And he
belongs to cousin brother of Hazrat Baba Fariduddin. When he has come back from
the Hajj pilgrimage and he has reached Baghdad and was searched for Shaikh
Shahabuddin Suherwardi and he was reached in his service and who becomes his
disciple there. The event of his getting caliphate and the saintly dress was that when
he was reached in the presence of the Shaikh then he was want to become his disciple
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and want to get his source and he was thinking when he will get the saintly dress for
him.? One day he has seen the prophet in one event and who was present in one
house and Shaikh Suherwardi who was standing before him on his knees. There was
find one rope which was fixed there in that house. And on that rope, there were
hanging some saintly dresses. The prophet who demanded me there. Then Shaikh
Suhabuddin holds my hand and who enabled me to touch with the foot of the
prophet. Then prophet who has pointed out at the one saintly dress and he said: “Oh
Umar wear this saintly dress to Bahuddin.”So as per the order of the prophet, Sheikh
who has given me one saintly dress to wear by me there for this reason.
In the early morning, the Sheikh has called me to present in his service. And when
I have seen that saintly dresses which were hanging on the rope. Then at that time
Hazrat Shaikh who was stood from his place and given me to that saintly dress which
was pointed out by the prophet of Allah. And he has asked Bahuddin “ Do you know
which saintly dress is this.?” I have replied that “This saintly dress which was
pointed of the prophet for you. And I am in between except source nothing more in
this matter. And I will not give it to anybody without permission.” Then Maqdum
Shaikh who was taken permission from his Shaikh and he went to Multan and he
was settled down there and made Multan as his native city in this matter. He was
busy there for showing the path of righteousness and training of the students. And
due to the foot of good fortune’s benediction, there was the large number of mankind
which was benefitted and have got guidance in this matter. The people of this place
who were become his disciples and devotees. The well-known poet Iraqi who was
his son in law. The Sultan of Sindh and Sultan Multan have much devotion to him.
There were happened many miracles and supernatural habits from him. And for
this reason, there is no counting of them in this matter. He was born in the year 866
Hegira in the fort Kotgarh. And he was died on Thursday after the Zuhar prayer in
the month of Safar in the year 966 Hegira and at that time his age was 100 years. His
mausoleum is situated in the old fort of the Multan city.
Hazrat Maqdum Zikeria Multani who was the grandfather of Hazrat Maqdum
Shaban Al-Millat of Jhansi.

7. Maqdum Hazrat Shaikh Saderuddin Mohammed

His name is famous and well known as Saderuddin Arif Mohammed and his
patronymic name is Abul Ghanem. He was the pious son and perfect disciples as
well as the caliph of Hazrat Zikeria Multani. He was sat on the prayer mat of his
father for a period of 52 years and he was busy showing the path of the righteousness
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and training of the students. He was well known and as well as great personality in
the knowledge of manifest and innermost, revelation and miracles.

When he was in the stomach of his mother than his mother when a period of seven
month period of pregnancy and which was over then she was visited in the service
Maqdum Bahuddin Multani to visit and to say Salam to him then Maqudm Bahuddin
Zikeria Mulwtani who stood at that time immediately and paid respect. Shaikh
Rukanuddin’s father Shaikh Saderuddin who find this habit and this practice as
strange matter and so he was surprised in this matter.
Then he said that this respect is for that person which is there in the womb of your
wife and who is the lamp of the family and who is the person of his time.
On the 9th Jamad Al-Awwal he was engaged in the prayer of Salath Tasbih and he
has died in the last Rakat of the prayer. His grave is near the grave of his
father.Hazrat Shaban Al-Millat of Jhansi and who lived in his company for many
years and obtain favour of innermost as per his command he went in the presence of
Haji Harmain Shaikh Minhajuddin in Bihar and he was got the holy saintly dress of
Suherwardia chain from him there.

8. Hazrat Maqdum Jahaniyan Jahangasht

He was well known and called with the name of Hazrat Syed Jalaluddin Bukhari.
His ancestors it means his grandfather Hazrat Syed Jalaluddin Bukhari Surq. The
first person of this tribe who came to India was Hazrat Syed Jalal Bukhari Surq.
When he has arrived from Bukhara then he has become a disciple of Hazrat Maqdum
Shaikh Zikeria Bhauddin Multani. He belongs to the right genealogy of the holy
persons. He was perfect in the knowledge of manifest and innermost. And he has
with him, three sons. 1.Syed Ahmed Kabir 2.Syed Bahuddin. 3.Syed Mohammed.
Syed Ahmed Kabir’s two sons who were pious and obedient. And one of them
was Qutub and Ghouth of his time, Shaikh of venerable persons, supervisor of his
time, incomparable and unique of the time and who was well known as Maqdum
Jehanian and second son Syed Raju Qattal and who was among holy persons of
Allah.
Even though his training was done by his father in the best way but he has become
a disciple of Hazrat Shah Rukanuddin Bin Saderuddin Bin Maqdum Bahuddin
Zakaria. And due to the path of righteousness and training, he has obtained
perfection in every branch of the knowledge and he has become incomparable of the
time. The reason for his title Maqdum Jehania which was becoming well known on
the Eid festival day Hazrat Shaikh Baharuddin and who went on the tomb of Hazrat
Shaikh Saderuddin and he was demanded Eidi (gift) there. And then he has heard an
invisible call that “ Allah who has made you Maqdum Jehania. And which is your
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Eid gift in this matter. Then he has reached on the tomb of his spiritual master Hazrat
Rukanuddin then there he has heard this call.”There is the grace of Allah in this
matter that at that time there was Maqdum Jehania on the tongues of every person.
There were done many of his miracles and as well as supernatural habits by him. He
was visited Makkah and there he was met Imam Abdalla Yafai and among both of
the holy persons, there was established love and unity as such that there will be no
thinking of such great love and unity in this matter. After visiting him in Makkah
then he left for India and in Delhi, he was Hazrat Nasiruddin Chiraq Delhlavi and he
was got the saintly dress of Chistiya chain and he was wearing it.
He was born in the month of Shaban on the first Friday of Shaban month in the
year 700 Hegira and he has left this world at the time of sunset on the Wednesday
on the Eid Al Azha in the year 785 Hegira and at that time his age was 78 years, 3
months and 6 days. His mausoleum is in Multan City.

9. Hazrat Shaikh Najamuddin Ibrahim

He is famous and his name is well known as Ibrahim. And his patronymic name is
known as Abu Mohammed and his title is well known as Najabuddin. In the book
Bahar Ansab it is mentioned that he genealogical link and which is connected with
Imam Musa Kazim in the 14th lineage. He has become a disciple of Hazrat
Saderuddin Arif Bin Hazrat Maqdum Zikeria Bahauddin Multani. And he has
become caliph of his son Hazrat Rukanuddin and he was much benefitted in his
company. His condition of strange and wonders which are well known and are many
in the number. And he was a person of revelation and miracles. It is said that he has
become the lover of one Hindu boy. And that boy who belongs to the Rajput tribe.
One day the people of the tribe who have taunted him much that you have become
beloved of the Turk person. Due to this taunt of the tribe, there was created in his
heart too much lesson and a sense of honor in him in this matter. When Hazrat
Maqdum who was reached before the boy then he was taken a sword and began
striking on the body of the Sheikh of the time Hazrat Maqdum. As a matter of fact,
on his body, there were many strikes of the swords by the Hindu boy. But there was
no effect on any strike on his body. And it has seemed that it was falling on the air
and water. And strikes were not falling on his body. The people were watching this
show at that time due to this reason. So when the infidel persons have seen this
condition of occurrence. And have observed this miracle by their open eyes on the
spot. So, for this reason, there was an effect of the greatness of the Islamic religion.
So, for this reason, all were accepted the religion of Islam for the above cause and
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reason. Hazrat Maqdum Shah Minhajuddin Haji Harmin who was his disciple. And
due to his piousness, he has also become famous as Shaikh Najamuddin Ibrahim.
On the 9th Ribbil Awwal in the year 741 Hegira on Thursday he left this immortal
world and went to the perpetual world. His mausoleum is situated in Mahinda village
in the district of Allahabad.

10.Maqdum Shaikh Minhajuddin Haji Harmain

He was well known and his name and his patronymic are famous as Abu
Mohammed and the title is called Minhajuddin. The link of his ancestors which
connect with Imam Baquer in the 17th lineage. He is right origin Syed (Arabic: ‫سيد‬
[Syed], Persian: [said]; meaning "Mister"; Arabic plural: ‫ سادة‬sādah; feminine:
‫ سيدة‬sayyidah) is an honorific title denoting people accepted as descendants of
the Islamic prophet Muhammad and his cousin and son-in-law Imam Ali (Ali ibn
Abi Talib) through his grandsons, Hasan ibn Ali and Imam Husayn ibn
Ali (combined Hasnain), sons of Muhammad's daughter Fatimah and Ali.) and but
well known as Shaikh. He was the caliph of Shaik Najamuddin Ibrahim. And he was
Shaikh of Maqdum Shah Shaban al-Millat Bahkri of Jhansi. He belongs to the
innermost state of Bihar.
His conditions are strange and full of wonders. When he will be used to sit in the
meeting of remembrance of Allah then at that time of saying La Ilaha then his
existence will be engrossed and when he will say Il lalah then his existence will be
present there. One day Hazrat Maqdum Syed Shaban al-Millat of Jhansi who said to
him that “If there will be order from your side then I will go Makkah for visit purpose
there.” Maqdum said to him that “Oh Syed your Kaaba is in my sleeve.” When
Shaban al-Millat has seen towards his sleeve than what he has seen that there was
found Kaaba in reality there.
There was one woman who was his disciple and she has one son who was involved
in one disease and he has died. That woman who came into his presence in
overpowering condition and she strike her hands on his knee and she said to him that
“In your service, she has got this result that my son who has left from her hand. And
upon saying this she began making loud and cry in this matter. There was a prevailed
condition of passion on the Maqdum Sahib. He told her that “ Do not be grief as
your son is live and who is sitting on the door of the house.” Then that woman who
went to her house in the condition of weeping and crying there and what she was
seen that her son who was sitting on the door in the living condition.
Hazrat Maqdum when he was has finished the rituals of the visit in Makkah then
he has gone to visit the mausoleum of Hazrat Hasan Basri in Basra then at that place
there was prevailed information in the mankind that one holy person Maqdum
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Minhaj Haji Harmain who was arrived in Basra. So, for this reason, the King of
Egypt who came to Basra to visit him there and what he has seen that there are sitting
12 persons in the same shape. At last, the king has asked who is Maqdum
Minhajuddin Haji Harmain. And there was the reply that all are Maqudm
Minhajuddin Haji Harmain. So, for this reason, the king was surprised and in the
condition of astonishment. And due to too much devotion, he was included in his
circle of devotion and was becoming his disciple and king was left from there while
taking his permission in this matter. After some period of time, he was called the
King of Egypt and was informed him of his final advice that on such and such date
he will going to left this world. And he may be buried near the grave of Hazrat Hasan
of Basra. The king told him that “In this land where did not accept three or seven
persons.” Then Hazrat told him that” The land will accept us.” So as per his saying
when he has died then he was buried at the foot side of Hazrat Hasan of Basra. When
he was buried then at that time the king was given order to some of his men to stay
at the burial place and he asked his men if the land will remove of the dead body of
Hazrat from that land then they should take the dead body of the Hazrat in our
mausoleum and so, for this reason, his burial which will take place there. So, for this
reason, the king's men have stayed there. When there was nightfall then there was
heard the invisible call and which was heard by all persons there and which was
coming from the grave of Hasan of Basra and he was saying that “Oh this to come
at the side of my grave. And I do not like and approve to spread my foot towards
you.” Upon hearing of this invisible call then grave of Hazrat Maqdum which came
at the side of the Hazrat Hasan of Basra. But the grave which was to some extent
towards the foot side of Hazrat Hasan of Basra.”
His year of the death is 745 Hegira and his grave is situated in Basra.

11. Hazrat Shah Madar Makanpuri

His name is well known and his name is called Badiuddin and his genealogical link
connected with Abu Huraira. The genealogical record is as follows.
Badiuddin Ali Shah Kafur Bin Qutub Bin Ismail Bin Mohammed Bin Hasan Basri
Bin Bahuddin Bin Bader Bin Abdul Hafiz Bin Shuhabuddin Bin Taher Bin Mather
Bin Abdul Rahman Bin Abu Huraira and he was disciple of Mohammed Tafur
Shami and his connection and devotion and spiritualism due to old age and or any
other reason and he was connected with the prophet of Allah in fifth or sixth lineage.
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His condition of wonder and strange habits were very high and his miracles were
famous and well known. His greatness of holiness is more so, for this reason, it is
difficult to record in the writing and speech.
It is said that he was not eating food for a period of 12 years. When he will wear
one dress then there will be no need of required for its washing for another time. He
used to be always in a clean condition and wear a white dress. Sheikh Abdul Haq
Dehalavi wrote that he was reached the position of sublimity and which is the
position of the pious persons and who followed the way of Allah. Allah has given
him such handsomeness and prettiness of higher grade that one who will see his face
then he will prostrate before him without control upon him. So, for this reason, he
will wear always a veil on his face.
He died on 6th Jamal Al-Awwal in the year 740 Hegira and his grave is situated
in the Makanpur village. Which are adjuncts of Qannuj city. There will be celebrated
his death anniversary every year in the month Jamad Al-Awwal. In which there will
be the participation of men and women, as well as the general and special person
who used to participate in it from all corners of India in the number of 5 to 6 lakhs
persons with flags there.

12. Hazrat Mir Syed Mohammed Makki

His name was Syed Maki and his patronymic name was is well known as Makki.
And his title was known as Shujah Mulk and Syed Jafer Thani. And he was the
grandfather of Maqdum Syed Al-Millat and Doulat Jhansi. His genealogical record
is as follows.
Mir Sayed Mohammed Makai Bin Abu Mohammed Syed Muhamid Bin Syed
Ahmed Bin Abu Mohammed Bin Syed Mohammed Syed Anwar Bin Abu Ibrahim
Syed Munwar Bin Abul Qasim Syed Afzal Bin Abul Fazal Syed Akram Bin Syed
Karim Bin Abu Akram Syed Sharif Bin Abu Alsharaf Al-Ahmed Syed Asharaf Bin
Syed Nasrallah Bin Abu Nasarallah Bin Abu Nasar Ismail Bin Jafer Bin Ali Hadi
Al-Naqi Bin Imam Taqi Bin Musa Raza Bin Musa Kazim Bin Jafer Sadiq Bin Imam
Mohammed Baqer Bin Zain al- Abidin Bin Hussain Ali Murtuza.
His father Syed Mohammed Muhamid who was the ruler of Taif for some period
of time. And his grave is in Makkah. The birth of Mir Syed Mohammed Makki which
took place in the Kaba and it has happened that his mother who went to visit Kaba
in Makkah and in the condition of circumambulation of Kaba there was the pangs of
birth to her mother and due to this reason she could not have the power to reach back
her house from Kaba. So she could not find such a chance in this matter. And at last,
she has entered into Kaba and where he was born there and his birth which took
place in the year 540 Hegira. When he was 30 years old than by the power of his
sword he has conquered the country of Yemen. And where he has killed all people
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of Abasaid clan and he was obtained ruling power there. Approximately he was ruled
on Yemen country for a period of ten years. He was married to the daughter of
Shaikh Shihabuddin Suharwardi. So there his two sons who were born in Yemen
and their names are as follows.
1.Mir Syed Shams Ma 2. Mir Syed Ma. When the period of his ruling Yemen
kingdom which was over then he was seen the prophet of Allah in his dream. And
who has given him two pieces of bread and Aftaba (spouted jug) and has said to him
that “He has given you exit from Yemen for India.” And in the morning he has left
for Madina while making somebody the in-charge of his Yemen Kingdom.

13. Hazrat Shaban Al-Millat

He was born in one place known as Lahandi in India in a village that is adjacent
to Sukkar and Bhukkar village. When his age was reached to 30 years than at that
time there was the passion which overpowering upon him and which made him
uneasy and troubled and there was thought in his mind for joining of the beloved. So
for this reason when he will hear about news of pious persons of the truth and reality
then he used to reach there and entered into their service and facility. At last, he has
arrived in Multan. And he has met the holy person of Allah Hazrat Shamsuddin Ariz
there. And has requested him to make him his disciple. Then Hazrat has disclosed
him about him many details of the information in this matter. He said to him that
your fate of devotion is in another place. And your place of the fate of the saintliness
is mysticism. Here with us there is a passion for training. Upon hearing this he was
asked with him the place of the fate of his becoming disciple. Then Hazrat has said
to him that to go and met with Hazrat Zikeria Multani’s grandson Hazrat Shah
Rukanuddin Abul Fatah. So he went into service of the Hazrat then he has seen him
and with his look, he was much happier in this matter. And he said that “ There are
thanks of Allah that one male tiger who came into his trap.” And he began paying
attention and affection to him very much. For some period of time, he was engaged
in his service and worship and mystical exercise. As such that a period of two years
was over. After two years he was asked with Hazrat to say him some advice. Then
Hazrat told him that “In the Surharwardia chain first way is to keep 40 days of fasting
of Tai, 40 days of haft Dawam, and 40 days of Chilla Chilla (Persian: ‫چله‬, Arabic:
‫أربعين‬, both literally "forty") is a spiritual practice of penance and solitude
in Sufism known mostly in Indian and Persian traditions). After that, he told him
that he will explain to him further later. Then as per the order of the Shaikh of time,
he was completed worship of fasting. Then above Shaikh told him about the
engagement of the 40 names. After that, during this period of time, he has met
Prophet Khizer. And he was also benefitted by him in this matter. After passing of
some time Hazrat Shaban Millat who has requested the Shaikh for making his
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disciple. Then Shaikh told him that “His friend Minhajuddin Hasan Haji who
belongs to our friend. And who is residing in Bihar. And your fate of becoming a
disciple is with him there. So go there and get it. Allah, Allah how such a difficult
trail is finding on the way of lover and beloved.

I went in the valley of love on the path of grief

So I was fond on each step the wells to fall there

As per the order of the Shaikh, Hazrat Shaban Al-Millat arranged his baggage for
traveling and tourism toward the Bihar region. And he has proceeded for the journey
to Bihar. The author of the Urdu edition of this book Fakir and the lowest person
Mohammed Farooq who mentioned that to see his passion for demand in this matter
that where is Bhakkar in Sindh and where is Multan. And where is the Bihar region.
At that time the ways were full of the dangers, long-distance journey, ways full of
difficulties and problems and journey with hindrances and there was not available
with him provisions of the journey and without other sources of the journey so for
these reasons how and when he has reached to the destination.

When there will be a breeze of the love of pain

Which will make every difficulty as an easy act

In short this mad person of Allah who did not care about danger and difficulties
like a cloud of hot and with burning chest of the love of Allah who went on the
journey while reciting the following poetry and I have translated two couplets as
follows.

With a fondness of love of Allah went on the way

also was gone for the demand of the peace of mind

At last, he has reached in Bihar. What he has seen that Hazrat Maqdum Shah
Minhajuddin who was standing out of the city and he was on the way. Upon seeing
him he has called that “ come, coom oh Syed I was waiting for you .”
He went towards him by running toward him and has kissed his foot. Then he went
to his place of residence. And he began living at that place. He has not lived one day,
two days, ten days or 20 days but he has lived there at that place for a period of 12
years in the engagement of endeavours as well as mystical exercise and worship of
Allah.After a period of 12 years Hazrat Minhajuddin who has accepted the pledge
of Hazrat Shaban Al-Millat and admitted him in the circle of his group. He has told
him “Your place of residence is Shabakhpur so go there and reside there. So as per
the order of his Shaikh, he resided there for a period of further two years.So he has
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obtained the grace of the wealth of innermost from Shaikh of time. One day Maqdum
Minhajuddin who has called him in his presence and he has told him that “ Tonight
I have seen the prophet of Allah and visit him in the dream and I have seen that he
is departing you from this place. And he is saying you to go Priyag it means Allahbad
which is the place of infidel persons. Go there and introduce the custom of the
Islamic religion”.Upon hearing this order Hazrat Shaban Al-Millat began ready for
his onward journey to Allahabad. At last with 50 fakirs and pious persons and friends
of who realized the personality of the truth, and friends of the mystic way who
proceeded towards Allahabad. And on the way, they have reached in Jhansi. And at
that time name of Jhansi was Hadbongpur and where Raja Hadbongpu who ruler
there at that time. Toward Jhansi there was much more jungle area. And in that jungle
area, Hazrat Shaban Al-Millat began staying there. At the time of the prayer the
Fakir persons who made prayer call at the bank of river Ganga. There was heard
prayer call of Allah Akbar (God is great) in the land of infidels. So there was heard
the call of Allah Akbar and call of Touhid (Unity of God) in the land of India. When
there was heard this call and its echo then there was the fire that spread in the edge
of the shirt of infidels and in the worship place of infidels so, for this reason, there
were problems and disturbance for this reason. The call of prayer which has reached
in the ear of the Hindu Raja Hadbongpu of Allahabad. So then he has said “From
where this pagan person came here. And who is making the prayer calls in our
city”.The king was in overpowering due to the power of his rule in the kingdom. So
for this reason what will be their value of Fakir persons in the look of the Raja of the
Allahbad in this matter. The Fakirs who were able to know that they have support
and favour from the power of the invisible. And that as per the command of Allah
and the prophet of Allah they have arrived in Allahabad. The Raja has sent a message
by his men to Fakirs persons that “This place which is places of the Hindu persons.
So they should leave the place immediately. Your stay in this place which is not
good.” Hazrat Shaban Al-Millat who has sent his message with much carelessness
to the Raja that “He has come to this place as per the command of Allah and his
prophet. And he was settled down in this place. He did not come there as per the call
of the Raja nor he will go from this place as per his order. Understand in this matter
that we want to introduce the customs of the Islamic religion in this place. And it
does not work of us to go and fled from this area.” The unfortunate Raja who could
able to hear the reply of the Hazrat Maqdum Shaban. So, for this reason, he has sent
some soldiers and he was given the order to them to cut the head of all Fakir persons
and throw them in the river. The soldiers went in the search of the Hazrat Maqdum
and they went to kill all of them by removing the sword from the case of the swords
for this reason. But there was the support of invisible power with the Fakir persons.
The star of mercury was under his order and under his control and obedient to him.
So, for this reason, Hazrat Maqdum who was pointed out his finger of witness toward
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the sky and by the look of majestic and by not look of his eye. And he was made a
slogan as “Uqtal Ya Mariq” it means “Oh mercury kill”.When there was heard of
the slogan of Hazrat Maqdum then at that time head of all soldiers of the infidel army
were cut and fell down on the earth. When this news was reached in the service of
the Raja then he was upset due to his anger. Then he was riding on his horse and he
was reached on the spot with his army. And for one part of the day, there was the
fight with the swords between Raja’s army and Fakir persons of the Hazrat Maqdum.
Due to the fate of Allah, there were martyred seven Fakir persons. When the work
of fate of Allah has completed then Hazrat Maqdum who has stood and made the
slogan of “Uqtal Ya Mariq”. When there was heard call of the slogan of Hazrat
Maqdum then due to this reason heads all army and Raja’s head was cut and was fell
down on the earth for this reason. But still, his majestic condition which was on its
higher level so he has looked on the fort of the Raja two times. And he was made
the slogan of majestic and due to this reason, at last, the fort began shaking and it
began moving around. And at last the foundation of the fort which was damaged and
it was fallen down on the earth. So, for this reason, the infidels and Hindu army all
have died and remaining Hindus who were feared very much in this matter due to
earthquake and for this reason, all were coming in the lap of the Islamic religion.
And the custom of Islamic religion which was introduced in the place of Allahabad.
Then Hazrat Shaban Al-Millat who was settled down in that place. After living some
period of time then Hazrat Maqudm Shaban Al-Millat after leaving some Fakir
person in Jhansi and who went another place to Haveli Prayag. It means near Syed
Sarayan in one village Charai he went there. And where he was engaged in the
worship and mystical exercise there. And at the other side his Shaikh Hazrat
Maqdum Minhajuddin Haji Harmain who has decided to go Makkah on his
pilgrimage. And he was departed to Makkah from Bihar. And he has reached to
Jhansi and he has asked there “ Where is our friend Syed Shaban Al-Millat”?. The
people have informed him that “ He is sitting in Charai village in the Chilla.”
Maqdum Minhajuddin Haji who proceed to that place. And he did not know where
is that village situated. There was one garden which was attached to Syed Sarayan
and he was sat down in that garden for this reason. And at the other side Hazrat
Maqdum Shaban Al-Millat who was able to know by meditation that Maqdum Sahib
has come there and he was in the condition of uneasiness to meet with him there.
Some person who has brought milk in his service as offering and Hazrat has some
rice in his room. So he has put that milk in the rice and by tray cover on it then he
began running towards his spiritual master. When he was reached there in the garden
and he has found his spiritual master there in the garden. Hazrat Minhajuddin who
was seen that in spite of his position and sources with much humility and meekness
Hazrat Shaban Al-Mmilat who was coming towards him in the fast running
condition. Upon seeing him his spiritual master told him “ Come on, welcome oh
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Syed.” The veil of the light which was there on the heart of Hazrat Maqdum Shaban
Al-Millat and which was removed there for this reason.Maqdum Sahib who ate rice
mixed in the milk with a much happier condition. And remaining food Maqdum
Sahib who was given to Hazrat Maqdum Shaban and asked him to eat the food so
that your sons and disciples can eat it till the day of the judgment. And the grace of
innermost which was remaining and which was given to him by the Shaikh at that
place. And he said to him that “ Oh my son your work is finished and it was
completed.” And after living for some days in the Charai village then after that, he
has proceeded toward Makkah. At the time of leaving for Makkah, he has said to
him that “He is going to Makkah and he will die there. So you go to Bihar and collect
that saintly dress which was given to me by Peer Shaikh Najamuddin Ibrahim. And
which given to him by his Shaikh Rukanuddin Abul Fatah and I will give that saintly
dress to you.You go there and wear that saintly dress and live there for some period
of time. Then you should train the son of Fakir Saderuddin then come back to the
place of Jhansi and settle down there.”After his advice, Hazrat Maqdum
Minhajuddin went toward Makkah. And Hazrat Maqdum Shaban Al-Millat as per
the order of his spiritual master he has proceeded toward Bihar.Upon reaching there
he was able to know by the persons by orally that Shaikh Saderuddin upon leaving
of his father Hazrat Maqdum Mihajuddin from there he was tried his best to open
the lock of the room to get the saintly dress of the Shaikh and wanted to wear it but
he has not become successful in this matter. At last Sheikh Maqdum has opened the
door of the lock upon reaching there. And as per the order of the Maqdum
Minhajuddin, he was taken out the saintly dress of the Shaikh and he wore it by
him.At that time all venerable and holy persons of the place were gathered there to
congratulated him.But Hazrat Charm Posh who did not come there because there
were some problems of differences in between his spiritual master Haji Harmain and
Shaikh Ahmed Charmposh.It means all Bihar region which was under control of
Hazrat Maqdum Minhaj. The above Shaikh came there he has demanded from
Maqdum Saheb the land equal of the skin of the deer and which was given to him.
And he has made chord from the skin of the deer and with that, he has measured the
land and such area he has occupied.This story is very lengthy so it is difficult to
cover in this book.At last Maqdum Haji who has become sad in this matter and has
proceeded to Makkah. And he has made his son Shaikh Saderuddin as his successor
there and he went on his onward to journey to Makkah.Then afterward there came
Hazrat Maqdum Shaban Al-Millat to Bihar and he has done training and teaching of
the son of Hazrat Maqdum Hazrat Saderuddin and then he left from there and he was
reached and settled down in Jhansi.
Hazrat Syed Shaban in Sufism and unity of God who was the leader of the Sufi
group persons. He has met with Hazrat Maqdum Ali Saber who was sisters’ son of
Hazrat Baba Fariduddin Ganj Shaker. At the time of meeting with Hazrat Maqdum
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Ali Saber who has asked by joke where is Allah. Then he has said that “Who is not
unrelated.”His miracles and supernatural habits are in large number so for this reason
some of them are mentioned herewith as sample purpose only. One day Maqdum
who wore wooden slippers and he has gone to river Ganga for visit purpose there.
While walking he has reached one attractive place and healthy resort Deveria. And
which is in the western direction. And that place was liked by him very much. Where
he was engaged in the worship. At that place, there was used to live one Dev and his
name was Sajjan. One day that Dev came in his presence and he began opposing him
and characterized by active hostility and fighting with him. It means that he began
fighting in this matter and he has said to him that “The place belongs to him in which
he resides there. And you are a pagan person. What is your work here? If you want
your safety then save your life and then run away from this place soon otherwise you
will be killed here.” Then he was smiled and he said that“Allah who brings day from
night and night from day and that God who has given this place to me while
snatching from you and has brought Islam in the place of infidelity. This place which
was belongs to you and now this place is given to me by Allah.”Upon hearing this
Dev has become upset and angry in this matter. And then unfortunate Dev than began
to fly and went into the sky. At that time Hazrat Maqdum Shaban has given the order
to his wooden slippers to go into the sky and bring him down by striking on his
head.” When the Dev was unsuccessful then he has also begun his other try and
endeavor in this matter. Even though the Dev has tried and did his endeavours but
the false endeavors which were all become failure on the spot and before him and
his hard task and edneavour did not work successfully. So he was running from there
and has reached to old Arail city at the bank of river Yamuna opposite of Jhansi, and
the two rivers Ganga and Yamuna where both join together in between Jhansi and
Arail. There is one village in between of these two rivers and it is called Prayag. And
its meaning is Thees Thanpur. And now it has become a big city and which is well
known as Allahabad. At this place, Geno (sacred thread) wearing persons are living
there since the olden time for The Prayag Kumbh Mela is a Hindu festival Mela held
at Prayag Triveni Sangam – the meeting ... The site, its
sacredness, bathing pilgrimage and the annual festival and services there. And who
is called Pinda.
There was one Raja in Arail and he has no son with him. Sajjan Dev who went
into the court of Raja of Arail and has lodged his complaint there about Hazrat
Maqdum Shaban. And he said that “ Oh Raja you know that I am living at that place
since from the time of your ancestors and one pagan came over there and who was
kept him out from my old residing place. And he has taken my place. If you want
your welfare then send your men there and remove him from the place. If he wants
to fight then fight with him and kill him there. Otherwise, this pagan will be settled
down and in the area and slowly his influence will be increased very much. And
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from this area the customs of Hindu religion which will be overdue to this reason.
There was the effect of the Dev’s speech on the Raja so he has sent some of the men
to that place in this matter to fight with Hazrat Maqdum there. When the soldiers of
the Raja have reached near the river to board in the boats than at that time all solders,
boatsmen, and fishermen who were become blind. And they were able to know that
this work of that pagan person. So, for this reason, they began loud and cry and
began repenting in this matter for their mistake. They began saying in a loud voice
“Oh holy person we have come here upon the advice of another person and we
belong to his employees. And there is no fault of us in this matter. If we will get
eyesight and light then we will accept Islamic religion for this reason. Where there
will remain our job with Raja or not.” Then there was heard one invisible call to turn
their faces from that side.”Then persons who have turned their faces and due to this
reason they have got back eyesight for this reason.
When evening time was started Hazrat Maqdum then at that time he was wearing
wooden slippers and he was passed from the river. At that time when he has seen
toward Prayag's side then he has seen one woman who was in worrying condition
and she has weeping there. So, for this reason, he has asked her why she is making
loud and cry. The woman told her that “After selling off the curd she came there but
could not find boatmen at the bank side of the river as she was late to reached
thereafter selling of the curd. All boatmen who left from thereby tying the boats at
the side of the river bank for this reason. So, for this reason, there is no source of her
to return back to her house by boat journey. In the house, she has one milk, feeding
boy. So she was weeping for this reason how the little boy will be there in the house
in the night for 4 parts. Upon hearing this he has told her that “Do not be a worry in
this matter and follow him and come at his backside and do not disclose this secret
to anybody.” She has crossed the river and she went back to her house in this way.
The next day the following news was spread among special and general persons in
the city there that pagan person who has destroyed the army of Raja Hadbong and
who has defeated Sajjan Dev and removed him from his place. Raja Arail has sent
the army against him and all army personnel who were become blind so for this
reason all were repented in this matter and have become Muslims persons. So all
will have to think to solve this problem. The woman who has crossed the river with
the help of Hazrat Maqdum Subhan Al-Millat and she also heard all these matters.
Upon hearing all these details she has gone to see Rani of Arail. As she has observed
Hazrat’s miracle in the previous night and with his help she was able to the crossing
of the river. So she has much effected by Hazrat’s miracle which was done by him
the last night at the river bank. She has told all the details of her story to Rani of
Arail kingdom. She has told Rani to ask Raja of Arail not to misbehave such a great
holy person otherwise he will be killed like Raja Hadbong along with his sons and
all army personnel. But Raja should follow the way of service and sincerity in this
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matter. Perhaps by the prayer of such a holy person, there will be born there the
kingdom’s successor and who rule your dynasty. What is there is the use of the Dev
in this matter. The matter said by the woman which entered into the heart of the Raja.
And the Raja who has accepted that woman’s saying and he has taken his wife along
with him and also he took prepared food in a big pot in the service of Hazrat Maqdum
Subhan Millat. And has prostrated before him to show his sincerity. And he has
presented in his service the food which he has taken for him. Hazrat has taken one
arrow from Raja and with that arrow he has taken some food from it. And he has
asked Raja to take back the food but Raja told him that “The food which is prepared
by water and which will come outside of the kitchen and then which will not be
useful for me for this reason.” Hazrat Maqdum told him that “ The prepared food
which has come from your house and which is in your pots and which was lifted by
your arrow so which is not legal for you then how it will be legal the food of the
infidel persons for us. Rani who was in need of help and she has wisdom with her
so she has stood on the knees of her leg and she told him to be done favour for her.
So Hazrat Maqdum has given the food which was remaining on the arrow to her and
he has told her that “ Due to kindness and favour of Allah there will be born one son
to her who will be well known and famous.”
Hazrat told her that “Go and take with your food along with you. We did not eat
the food of the infidel persons.” Afterward, his sons and disciples did not use to drink
even water so there will be no question of eating food which is not possible.
There were used to happen such condition and events there but Hazrat Maqdum
who used to be busy for the work propagation of Islamic religion so for this reason
he was used to be busy day and night in the hard tasks and endeavors in this matter
and at last it was becoming his aim and purpose.
It is said that there was one big merchant and his name is Salah who was well
known and famous. One day he was passing in his commercial caravan in the jungle
area. He has seen one tiger who was coming toward the travelers. When Salah has
reached near him then he said to him that " For the sake of Hazrat Subhan Millat to
be keep away from the way.” Then by hearing this tiger left from thereby lower, his
head went on his way. In the same way, he has seen one big python on the way who
was very dangerous and who was sitting on the road to harm the travelers. So, for
this reason, Saleh told him that for the sake of Hazrat Subhan Millat to be keep away
from the way.” Then by hearing the python left from thereby lowering his head and
went on his way. When Saleh comes back from his journey and went into service of
Hazrat Madqum Shaban for kissing his foot and told him all details of his journey.
Then Hazrat Maqdum told him that” When there will be said before tiger or snake
his name and if it will be asked for his sake then tiger and python will be stood and
there will be peace from his harm for this reason but it is required not to kill them.”
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One Hazrat Ismail Qureshi who belongs to among children of Hazrat Maqdum
Bhauddin Zikeria Multani and whose grave is situated in village Bahrvali near
Allahabad. And who was seen his ancestor Maqdum Bahuddin Zikeria Multani in
his dream and who told him that from our side the grace which is not available to
you and which will be available to you by source of Syed Shaban who is caliph in
that area and the wealth which belongs to your house but it is with Syed Shaban. So
it may get from him. Hazrat Maqdum upon receiving this order he went in service
of Syed Shaban and he has requested with him in this matter as per the order of his
ancestor. And who has given him the wealth of the grace which was remaining with
him by order and training to him in this matter. There were too much sincerity and
love between the above holy persons. And after 5 years upon his staying there, he
went to Shah Ghalib and whose grave is in Balbakar in Mawaz village in Allahabad
and who was among sons of Mohammed Bin Abi Baker. And he was married to the
daughter of Shah Ghalib.
Hazrat Maqdum has four children and among them, he has two sons and two
daughters with him. One son whose name was well known as Ali Amer and who is
well known as Umar Shaheed. And who was martyred in the battle with infidel
persons. And Syed Shaban said that “ When there will new baby born in our house
there will be Esal Thawab (conveying reward of the virtuous deed or rite) by sweet
in the name of Ali Amer. Then milk should be given to the boy. The second son’s
name is Maqdum Syed Shaikh Taqiuddin.
The names of two daughters are as follows.
1.Saleha 2.Haifa. The younger daughter who was married to Mir Syed Haqqaini
Sabzwari. And another daughter Haifa who was married to Syed Munawar.
Hazrat Maqdum Shaban has lived in this world for a period of 100 years and he
was died on 3rd or on 13th Zil Hajj in the year 760 Hegira on Thursday. And who
was well known as flag carrier of Islamic religion, brave lover of Allah, one who is
ready to die for a good cause and Muslim soldier, tiger of Allah, and holy person of
Allah and who left this mortal world and who has reached in the mercy of Allah. As
per the order of his spiritual master who has made his residence in Jhansi and made
the grave a place of comfort. It means his grave is in Jhansi at the river Ganga and
Yamuna which met with each other under the place of his grave.
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14. Maqdum Shaikh Taqi

His name is well known and called with the name of Sader Al-Haq. And his titles
are Qatwat Al-Arifin, Imam Mutaqin, Siraj Aulia, Kashuf Isarar Hazrat Maqdum
Hazrat Shaikh Taqiuddin.
He was born on Thursday in the year 730 Hegira in Jhansi city. Upon becoming
an adult he was completed education and knowledge then he was a pledge on the
hands of his father Hazrat Maqdum Subhan Millat. He has completed the first
method of Suherwardia chain and he has obtained perfection under the guidance of
his father. After that, he has obtained permission from his father Hazrat Maqdum
Shaban for the tour and travel. And while touring and traveling he has reached in the
Bukhara which is the capital of Turkistan. And where he has met Hazrat Khaja
Buzrag Mir Syed Mohammed Buhari Bin Syed Abdul Haq Kabir and who was the
father of Hazrat Bahuddin Naqshband. Then he has settled down in his service. And
for a period of 12 years he was in his service and who appointed in his service. And
he was engaged in endeavours and physical exercise.Hazrat Mir Syed Mohammed
Bukhari has done his training and he has completed it after its perfection level. And
who was very kind and paid him attention and favour to him. And Hazrat who
belonged to the chain of Khizervia. And his occupation was carpet weaving and
painting. He was Syed and his parents who were noble and he was in the 11th lineage
and has a connection with Imam Ali Musa Reda.
Hazrat Mir Syed Bukhari has two sons, one Hazrat Khaja Buzruq Bahuddin
Naqshband and who founded and was head of the group of Naqshibandia chain. And
his other daughter Hazrat Ruq Ma Begum. And Hazrat Mir Bukhari who married his
daughter Hazrat Rug Ma Begum with Hazrat Maqdum Shaikh Taqiuddin of Jhansi
and most of the grace of innermost which was found by Hazrat Maqdum Shaik
Taqiuddin and which was given by Hazrat Mir Bukhari. At the time of death of his
father Hazrat Khaja Naqshband who came in service of his father Hazrat Mir
Bukhari and he has requested to pledge on his hands but he has told him that your
fate is attached with Baba Amir Kalal so go in his service and whatever I had with
me which I have already given to Baba Taqi. Then he has told with Hazrat Taqi that
“ Baba Taqi whatever I had to boast from my spiritual master from which I have
given to you.” And saying this he was become silent and left this mortal world and
went toward another of world. And from that time general and special persons began
calling him Maqdum Shaikh Taqi. So this word Shaikh which was said by the tongue
of the grace of Maqdum that one who belongs to our sons and who is in our method
of shrine’s custodianship then he can say himself as a Shaikh. Upon the death of
Hazrat Mir Bukhari then Maqdum Shaikh Taqi went to India from Bukhara along
with his family members. In the return journey, he was going in the service of Hazrat
Nizamuddin Auliya in Delhi and he has obtained much favour from him. And there
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was much kindness and favour of Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya upon him. And who
used to call him with the title of Mufti (Muslim jurist) of Tasswuf (Sufism). One day
Shaikh Taqi who has seen Sultan Habu in the dream and who has given him one
saintly dress of wool and one crown to him. After this dream, he went into service
of Sultan Habbu and he has told him about the dream then sultan Habbu also told
him that “ Yes, yes I have also seen such dream by me.” He was completed training
of one year in the service of Hazrat Nizamuddin Aluliya in Delhi. And after one year
Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya who has given him his caliphate and asked him to leave
Delhi. Then Sultan Habbu told him that “ There is required to visit by him Hazrat
Mir Alauddin Japuri and upon this order, he has gone into service of Hazrat Mir
Alauddin Japuri to met him at his place. The demand for aim and love of Allah which
will keep him uneasiness for this reason. When he will know about this as the water
of life then he will use to reach that place to over his thirstiness there. But he will
find satisfaction in this matter. He was also reached in the service of Hazrat
Badiuddin Shah Madar Makanpuri. Hazrat Shah has asked him “What is joining .”?
Then he has said that la ilha illa then Hazrat Shah Madar has asked him “To who is
called la ilha “?. And to whom is called illa? and what is negation.? And what is
affirmation.? Maqdum told him that negation itself is an affirmation of the truth.
Then Shah Mader asked him “What is the method of Suherwardia chain.” Then he
said, “To ignore oneself”. Then he has asked, “What is self and what thing is God.?”
Then he said: “Self is unreal and Allah is presence”. This discussion was held in the
meeting place and which were heard by the audience. Then both holy persons were
in the closed room for a period of 3 days. And it is not known what questions and
answers session which took place there among both of them. And they came out of
the room after 3 days of time. Then at that time, he was sat before Shah Madar with
much respect and honour and at that time Maqdum has told: “ We have seen one
holy person in this place”. After that Hazrat Maqdum left from that place toward his
onward journey.
Then he has met with Shah Jalal Ganj Rawan in Jhansi. He has asked about the
composition of the Adams’ body with those 4 elements or with other elements.
Maqdum Shaikh Taqi has answered him that those 4 elements are different. He has
asked, “How do you have said this matter”.Then he has said that “Allah said that
Bayadik Ar-Arz then he has recited this complete in this matter for this reason. And
he said that water is different. As per the saying of the prophet that” Kul Shain Hai
Min Mai”. So it is known that this is not water but it is another type of water. Because
of that water, there will be damage to the fire for many of the plants for this reason.
And the wind is also different. As per the saying of Allah that Nara Allah
Almarqadalati Tatla Ala Afdata “. So it was known that the 4 elements are different.
After that, there was a discussion between the two holy persons in loneliness for a
period of 7 days. And it was not known what there were discussions of the question
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and answers in between both of them. This couplet was said by Hazrat Jalal Ganj
Rawan is as follows.
Oh Taqi you are the sword of the God
So you have cut the heads of the enemies
One person came into his service and he has asked him “Oh Shaikh what is Mast
Touhid (intoxicated of the unity of God and then he said that “Which seems easy but
it belongs to the engrossment of the unreal.”
From him, there were happened many miracles as well as supernatural habits. In
the Sufism and unity of God, he was the leader of the Muslim nation. Passion and
engrossment which was found in him with banished from excellence. Once he has
said that “When he has become a fakir and from that time did not ate or drink and
did not sleep or wake up or sit or stood or did not see or heard and did not know
anything.”
There was such engrossment and its status and position were such that he will not
able to know his condition of meditation. Even he did not know what day is today
and what is month is this month. Once one person has brought one paper before him
and he asks him to write his name. He has taken pen in his hand but there was a
condition of surprise which was prevailed upon him. He held the pen in his hand and
he was in the condition of the surprise. Then the servant was able to know that Shaikh
of time has forgotten his name. So the servant told at that time that the name is
Shaikh Taqi. Then Shaikh has written his name on the paper. One day he went to
Jama Mosque and he was stood there on the door in the condition of surprise. The
servant was able to know that the Shaikh has forgotten his left foot. So the servant
has put his hand on the right foot of the Shaikh. And he has said that this is Shaikh’s
right foot. Then at that time, the Shaikh has put his right foot on the door of the Jama
mosque for this reason. His age was 65 years old. He has left this mortal world on
7th Zil Hajj month in the year 775 Hegira.
Shaikh Taqi has two sons. And one was Ali Akber and his patronymic name was
well known as Abu Jafer and his title was famous as Syed Shah Mohammed. So he
was remembered with the name of Syed Mohammed Abu Jafer. And he was born in
the year 740 Hegira in Jhansi. He has died when his age was 30 years old. He was
married to the daughter of Syed Sirajuddin Bin Syed Ziauddin Bin Mir Syed
Mohamed Haqqani. After his death, he has left also two more small sons .1. Syed
Sultan Shab Al-Haq 2.Syed Sultan Shahab Al-Haq and he was given Velayat
(saintliness) of the Attak area by his father. He has given custodian of the shrine of
Jhansi to his son Syed Sultan Shahab Al-Haq. Syed Sultan Shab Al-Haq who was
born on 5th Rabbil Awwal on Thursday in the year 760 Hegira. His age was 40 years
old. He died on 10th Muharram in the year 800 Hegira. He was married to the
daughter of Syed Kamaluddin Bin Syed Sirajuddin Bin Syed Ziauddin Bin Syed
Mohammed Haqqani. There were his sons as the details follow.
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1.Shan Moin-Al-Haq 2.Shah Hussain 3.Jehangir 4.Manyan Bari 5. Shah Ashraf 6.

Abul Fatah.
The name of the second son of Maqdum Shaik Taqi was Hazrat Usman Shah Al-
Akbar and who was the small son of Hazrat Maqdum. And his patron name was Ali
Asghar and his name is Mohammed Taqi and his title Usman Al-Akbar. And he was
born in Jhansi in the year 730 Hegira and his age was 83 years old and he died in the
year 821 Hegira.
He was married in the family of Shaikh Shabuddin Bin Hazrat Maqdum Ismail
Quraish in Baharvali.

15.Hazrat Maqdum Shah Moin Al-Haq

Hazrat Maqdum Shah Moin Al-Haq who himself has written his conditions of life
in brief in the Persian language and other details which were not available. So in this
helpless condition, his Persian life details are translated into the Urdu langue and
added in this book.
This Fakir’s Moin Al-Haq Bin Sultan Shab Al-Haq Bin Hazrat Maqdum Shah
Taqiuddin’s leader and spiritual master, model of pious persons, leader of the
research scholars, perfect spiritual master, and who drowned in the unity of God,
diver in the river of abstraction, tiger of wilderness, saint, alligator of sea of
guidance, beloved of good character, leader of the persons of insight, head of circle
of the holy persons, pioneer and head of register of choice persons, Hazrat Maqdum
Khaja Mohammed Eisa Jaunpuri. Still, the Fakir was at a younger age so for this
reason he was enabled to know the condition of the chain of the Suherwardia. So in
the invisible world, I was able to know that Hazrat Madqum who was calling me and
saying that “ Come on oh Moin al- Haq I am waiting for you.” I have asked him “
Where did Hazrat is residing.” Then he said that “He is residing in the city Jaunpur.
I have asked him what is your holy name. So he said Mohammed Eisa. So I have
wake up from sleep. Still, some part of the night was there. I have stood and went
on my journey at the same time. When I have reached in his service and I have found
the same face in the world of the manifest which I have seen in the invisible world.
So I have remained in his service for this reason. After passing some time I have
asked my spiritual master “What is a thing of Fakiri.?” He has said that “ The
condition of the dream which is appeared and shown in the wake-up condition.”
Then this Fakir has asked with him “How this condition which will be created.?’’.
Then who told that “Due to attention of the spiritual master.” Then this Fakir has
asked with him that “ When this great grace which will be in the fate of this Fakir
person.” Then he said that “It will be known tonight.” And after Eisha prayer he has
called for me. He has looked at this Fakir person with his look of surprise upon me.
And there was the effect on this Fakir person so for this reason he was in the
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condition of unconsciousness for a period of ten days and for this reason I was
unaware of my condition. And after ten days there was recovery from that condition
and then again he has called this Fakir in his service. He has looked at this Fakir with
his look of surprise upon me. And there was the effect on this Fakir person so for
this reason he was in the condition of unconsciousness for a period of ten days. In
this way, it has been done four times so for this reason a period of 40 days has been
passed away in this matter. After that, there was the recovery of the condition so
then he has called this Fakir person in his service. But there was the condition of
intoxication which was prevailed upon him and which could not be reached to
unconsciousness of the wine. Then Maqdum has asked with me that “What you have
seen in the condition Fakiri. So Fakir told him that “ Due to your holy attention I
have got such grace with me.” Hazrat Maqdum said that “ The Fakiri is more than
this.”
When he was reciting one Persian couplet then at that time the hairs of the Hazrat
Maqdum were standing on his body. Then he has engaged this Fakir in the recitals.
One day I have seen in dream one garden in which a large number of holy persons
who were sitting there. From those persons, I have asked: “Which is this place.”?
And among one of them has said that this is the object of worship in this world.?
Then I have asked with him “Which type of this object of worship”. Then he said
that “There will be given saintly dresses to wear.” Then I have asked, “Where there
will live the housekeeper.” Still, I was questioning this then the face of Maqdum
which came before me. And he said that “ Oh Moin Al-Haq the prophet of Allah is
waiting for you. Upon saying this he has caught my hand into his hand and he has
taken me into service of the prophet of Allah and he stood me there. Then this Fakir
went into the prostration in the presence of the prophet without intention. Then I was
stood in the service of the prophet with much respect. Then Hazrat Maqdum has
asked with the prophet of Allah “Where his fate of pledge.” Then the prophet told
him that “ At your place.” Upon saying he has caught my hand and which was given
it to Hazrat Maqdum. This was happening in the world of dream then at that time
Syed Badruddin who was among devotees of this Fakir person who has to wake him
up at that time and he has said that the time of Tahjud supererogatory is going away.
So be wake up. At last, after morning prayer I went in the service of the Hazrat
Maqdum then at that time he was smiled and told me that it has come to know your
fate of the pledge.” I said yes no doubt then Hazrat who Qutub of Qutubs who added
me among his group of the persons of the devotees and after that he has given me
the saintly dress of the caliphate. And he has said that “To go Jhansi and sit at the
place of your ancestors and engage in the work of advice and guidance there.” It is
difficult to write down the conditions of the Hazrat Maqdum which are in large
numbers and a great extent so for this reason, it is a great hard task for this reason.
He is well known and famous in India.
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The connection of saintly dress is that in the beginning, it is related to his father but
chain and connection he has on a perpetual basis with Hazrat Shah Fatah Allah
Awadhi. And his genealogical link is connected by some lineage with Hazrat
Mohamed Bin Abi Baker. One day this Fakir was sitting in Jhansi and this place
which was known before as Hadbongpur. Suddenly at that time there came thought
in my heart that to know where our lineage which will end on which of the imam in
this matter.? So the details should be known in this matter. So, for this reason, I have
contacted Hazrat Maqdum Shaik Taqiuddin who is our ancestor. And who was in
the condition of illness at that time and who told me that we belong to sons of Hazrat
Mir Syed Makki Bhakri. And who has his four sons? There was his one son and
whose name was Saderuddin. We all belong to the sons of Saderuddin. If you want
to check and research your lineage then go to Bhakkar in Sindh and find the details
there. As per the saying of the Hazrat Maqdum proceeded on the journey to visit the
holy persons there. It means to visit Hazrat Maqdum Bahauddin Zikeria Multani and
his grandson Shah Abul Fatah Rukanuddin and for this fakir has proceeded on the
journey of travel and tourism towards Multan in this matter. When I have reached
there and at that time Hazrat Shaikh Maqdum Kabir who was the custodian of the
shrine building and who was among sons of Maqdum Bahuddin. And there was a
meeting with him there and I have stayed in his guest house. Then he has obtained
the company of his sons and he has acquired their engagement. After living there
some period of time he was proceeding toward Bhakkar in Sindh. And I have visited
those Bhakran Sadat persons and have got the excellence of seeing them and visiting
them who are living in the area of Bhakkar and Lhindi and those persons have asked
me “From which place I am coming there.?” I have told them “I came there from
Jhansi.” They asked me “What work is required with them in this matter there”. I
have said that “ There is the intention with me to enquire about the genealogical
record of my ancestor. Even we are all are sons of the Prophet Adam. But there is
saying of Allah that “Fazlna Bazkum Baz.” It means we have been gracious to some
person upon others.” So for research of my lineage details I have come here for this
purpose. So for sake of Allah whatever there is re-search work available in telling
me in this matter for this reason. If am Syed then tell me as Syed person. If not then
tell me whatever which I am.” As in the Hadith of the prophet it is mentioned that “
There is the curse of Allah on the person one who will enter in the other lineage as
well as on such person who will leave his own lineage.”
So by way of the false to enter into another person’s lineage which is not good for
this reason. As well as it is not good to leave from his own lineage So for the research
I have come here to your service in this matter. I am from the lineage of Syed
Mohammed Makki then tell me in this matter and if I will not belongs to his lineage
then tell that matter to me. So, for this reason, all Sadat old and young persons of
that area have gathered there in this matter. They have asked which holy person left
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from this place. I have told them that “Syed Shaban Al-Millat.” Then they have
asked, “What was the name of his father.” I have said, Syed Bader Alam. Then they
have asked, “What is the name of the father of Syed Bader Alam.” I have said “Syed
Saderuddin”.They asked his father’s name. I have said Mohammed Makki Bhakri.
Upon saying this all friends and persons who have embraced me in this matter. And
they began telling that “You are our brother.” It is difficult to mention details of
Sadat's person of that place as its list is very lengthy. At last, they have taken me to
the villa of Hazrat Shaban al-Millat. And they said this villa which belongs to your
father. And where Hazrat’s name came to know as Murtuza Doulat from the holy
Quran. And he was known as Ali Shaban because he was born on the night of 15th
Shaban month. So I demanded a genealogical record from them. So from the old
genealogy record which was brought by Mir Syed Makki and from which they have
given me a copy of that genealogy record. After this, all have requested and tried for
my stay there. So, for this reason, I have stayed there for a period of 6 months there.
After this, while saying farewell to my brothers I came to Multan. And where I
performed one Chilla (Chilla (Persian: ‫چله‬, Arabic: ‫أربعين‬, both literally "forty") is a
spiritual practice of penance and solitude in Sufism known mostly in Indian and
Persian traditions) in the tomb of Hazrat Zikeria Multani then I have come back
again to Jhansi from Multan.

16. Hazrat Maqdum Syed Tajuddin

Syed Tajuddin bin Syed Mohammed Kazim bin Syed Taqi bin Syed Ali Reza
bin Syed Hasan Reza bin Syed Shah Hussain bin Syed Murtuza bin Syed Jafer bin
Syed Mohammed Mahdi bin Syed Abul Hasan bin Syed Ali Asaghar bin Syed
Mohammed bin Syed Ahmed bin Syed Musa Mubraqa bin Hazrat Imam Taqi.
He was among the caliphs of Hazrat Maqdum Jehanian and his grave which is
situated in Jhansi and so, for this reason, his details of biography are added in this
book.

The grave of the martyrs

Along with Hazrat Maqdum Shaban Al-Millat, there were came 50 Fakirs
persons and holy persons who came to Jhansi. And among them 7 Fakirs who were
martyred while fighting with the army of Raja Hadbong in the Jihad (a struggle or
fight against the enemies of Islam.). Their graves are available there in the direction
of the south in the bushes. On them, there were layers of the earth that are
periodically accumulated over there bypassing of the time. Still now some more
graves of the martyrs which were found there.
Regarding the other information and details which were not available about them.
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May Allah fill our chest with the love of those holy persons and martyrs who have
sacrificed their lives in this way of Allah. And allow us to follow their footsteps in
this matter. (Amin.)

The End.

4. Tazkira Mashaikh-e-Bihar

Tomb of Hazrat Khaja Moinuddin Chisti

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Translated by
Hafeez Anwar
Email: hafeezanwar@yahoo.com

Published by

© Hafeez Anwar

First Published 1442/2021

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or stored in a

retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or otherwise,
without written permission from the publisher.
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Contents
1. Author’s introduction………………………………………………....….….o6
2.Preface………………….…….…………….…...…………………………...36
3.Tazkara Mashaikh-e-Bihar…..….…………….….. …..…………….………38
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The verse Fateha (The opening)

It is difficult Your praise and it is hidden Your virtues in all

You are visible there in all and You are there in everything
For every particle, you are created from the beginning to end
You are Sustainer of all not in this world and another world
You are Lord of the worlds and you are forgiver of the worlds
You are kind to all and Your kind favor is there for all persons
Those who are pious then You are merciful to such persons
Your special favour and kindness is there for all of them
You are the owner everyone settles deeds on judgment day
In your hands is a penalty and a prize and you are the owner
All our worship is for Your sake, oh Lord of the two worlds
All slaves belong to you from the origin, if he is big or small
For all our needs you are must and Your personality is kind
You give all one who calls you as You are a kind helper to all
Guide us such right path now, on which path who went away
With Your graces and all passed away on such path indeed
But there will be no such way never, which is ignored by You
So who lost and misguided on such way due to your anger
This is the prayer of your slave and the request of your lowest
Accept the prayer of Hafeez as you are owner of two worlds
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Translated by
Hafeez Anwar
Email: hafeezanwar@yahoo.com,
Hyderabad, India.

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Author’s introduction

My Guinness World Record

Claim ID: 287230
Membership Number: 252956

Dear Mr. Mohammed Abdul Hafeez,

Thank you for sending us the details of your recent record proposal for 'The
world record of translation of two episodes
We are afraid to say that we are unable to accept this as a Guinness World Record.
The details of two episodes
Owaise of Qarni.
Tipu Sultan.
Unfortunately, we do already have a record for this category and what you have
achieved does not better this. The current world record is:
A six-page document entitled Universal Declaration of Human Rights, produced by
the United Nations in 1948 was translated into 321 languages and dialects from
Abkhaz to Zulu.
We realize that this will be disappointing to you. However, we have considered your
application carefully in the context of the specific subject area and that of records as
a whole and this is our decision. Guinness World Records have absolute discretion
as to which Guinness World Record applications are accepted and our decision is
final. Guinness World Records may at its discretion and for whatever reason identify
some records as either no longer monitored by Guinness World Records or no longer
viable.
As your record application has not been accepted, Guinness World Records is in
no way associated with the activity relating to your record proposal and we in no
way endorse this activity. If you choose to proceed with this activity then this is will
be of your own volition and at your own risk.

Once again thank you for your interest in Guinness World Records.

Yours sincerely,

Ralph Hannah
Records Management Team
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An appreciation of the work of the author by Iftekhari Silsila

This note shows as an appreciation of Iftekhari Silsila for the work of the translation
of the below book by the author and
adding of this book ‘Muslim saints and Mystics‘ (Tadhkirtal Aliyah by Farid al-din
Attar) which is very
famous in the Western world among the English knowing persons and on their
website.
The link is as follows, which showing the author’s name in the book as
Mohammed Abdul Hafeez R.A., on their website. Its link is as follows

www.silsilaeiftekhari.in/SufiBooks/140/Mohammed%20Abdul%20Hafeez%20R.
A/Tazkara-tul-Aulia%20(Memories%20of%20the%20Saints).aspx

This is the Official site of Iftekhari Silsila. ... Mohammed Abdul Hafeez R.A;
Sirat Faqr-ul-Arifeen Maulana Hakeem Sayyed Sikandar Shah R.A; Swaneh-e-
Maulana Room Shaikh Shibli Nomani R.A; Sufi

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About Hafeez Anwar

He is a well-known author, some of his books are a fascination for readers like in
the Hadrat Khaja Shamsuddin Turk & Hadrat Bu Ali Qalandar book, this is one of
the most wanted HAFEEZ ANWAR author readers around the world.
Dear All
Salam
Please find the link as follows
www.download-books.live/show/book/42604653/hadrat-khaja-shamsuddin-turk-
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Regards

Hafeez Anwar
Email hafeezanwar@yahoo.com
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Author’s Introduction

The publication note in the Second Episode by Mr. David Rosenbaum of the New
York Times

Kindly note this episode is very popular on the internet and no other article of the
same title is not meeting the reader’s requirement and giving full details. So for
the reason in many countries, this article is very popular and added on many web
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sites for the public reading as well for the reference and research purpose. The detail
on U.S.A. website on which the second episode is available as follows.
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Owaise of Qarni
113k - adobe pdf - view as html
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On him, which were explained by the prophet. Then Owaise of Qarni . . . Translated
from Urdu to English by Mohammed A. Hafeez, B.Com. Hyderabad, India. ,
reference book . . .
www.omphaloskepsis.com/ebooks/pdf/Owaise.pdf.And

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Tadhkiratal-Auliya’ by Farid-AL-Din Attar

Introduction

Farid Al-din Attar is considered one of the preeminent mystical poets of the Persian
literary tradition. The duration of his life is uncertain, though he can be placed in the
12th and 13th centuries C.E. born in Nishapur in what is today Iran. Attar apparently
was a pharmacist but little information about his personal life is known. During his
lifetime he is believed to have written approximately 9 books, including such famous
works as The Manteq Al-Tayr (The Conference of the Birds) and The Ilahi-Nama
(The book of God) Tadhkiratal-Auliya (Muslim Saints and Mystics) is considered
world famous classical book of Persian literature which printed and re-Printed in
many countries.

An abridgment, translated by A.J. Arberry, of Attar's only known prose work

Tadhkirat Al-Auliya (The Memorial of the Saints) which he worked on throughout
much of his life and which was available publicly before his death. Arberry's
translation is an abridgment. The entry on Owaise of Qarani translated by me which
was omitted in Arberry's text is added to the above web site. In Tadhkiratal-Auliya
Sheikh Farid-Al-Din Attar wrote many chapters and in those chapters, there is full
information and details of the titles are available. His style of writing is most
interesting and for this reason, the readers will remember the chapters from the above
great book for a longer time.
Due to many great chapters, this book is very famous in the world and its
translations are available in many languages of the world. Mr. David Rosenbaum’s
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email message about the publication of the episode ‘Owaise of Qarani’ on the
website www.omphaloskepsis.com of the U.S.A.
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On Jun 8, 2005, at 9:24 AM,
David Rosenbaum <lijphart@mac.com>
wrote:

Attention: Mr. Hafeez,

I have received the RTF file.

Thank you.

Will post it during the next update of the site.

David
Rosenbaum
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Thanks to Mr. David E. Rosenbaum of the New York Times

The second chapter Owaise Al-Qarani was published on the following web site
by Mr.David E. Rosenbaum as he was the editor of the web site below. Mr. David
E. Rosenbaum's publication note about the entry on Owasie of Qarni. Muslim Saints
and Mystics is an abridgment, translated by A.J. Arberry, of Attar's only known
prose work: Tadhkirat al-Auliya (The Memorial of the Saints), which he worked on
throughout much of his life and which was available publicly before his death. In
what is considered the most compelling entry in this book, Attar relates the story of
the execution of Hallaj, the mystic who had uttered the words "I am the Truth" in a
state of ecstatic contemplation.
Arberry's translation is an abridgment; the entry on Owaise al-Qarani
translated by
Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B. Com., Hyderabad, India omitted in
Arberry's text is included in the following link: Owais al-Qarani.
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2. Owais of Qarni (PDF)
will create 70,000 angels same as Owaise of Qarni
(Clone) and when ... Owais of Qarni told him to stay there and he went away and
...
www.omphaloskepsis.com/ebooks/pdf/Owaise.pdf - 113k -
View as html - More from this site –Save.
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New York Times reporter Mr. David E. Rosenbaum was beaten,

robbed and dispatched to his death

On Friday night of Jan. 6, 2006 in Northwest Washington, when New York Times
reporter Mr. David E. Rosenbaum was beaten, robbed and dispatched to his death.
But in history of the book TadhkiratAl-Auliya ( Muslim Saints & Mystics ) the name
of
Mr. David E. Rosenbaum will be remembered always as he had published the
above article with the special note with the following details. 1. Some details about
the life of Farid Al-din Attar. 2. The details of the works by Farid Al-din Attar . 3.
He also introduced the translator ( Mohammed Abdul Hafeez B.Com. ) and his work
of translation of the second main chapter Owaise of Qarni from the above book. The
above second episode is from Tadhkirat Al-Auliya (Muslim Saints & Mystics ) by
Farid Al-din Attar.
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My works.

Some of my English translation works include the following books.

1. Tadhkirtal Auliya (Muslim Saints & Mystics) - A.S. Noordeen Malaysia.

2.Muslim Saints of Hyderabad
3.Gulzar Auliya
4.Kashaf-ul-Asrar
5.Bahar-E-Rahmat.
8. Hasth Bahist
9.200 kid books
10.The 100 names of Madina city
11. The Muslim Saints of of Bider
12. The Muslim Saints of of Bijapur
14.Tadhkirtal Auliya (Muslim Saints & Mystics)
15.Biography of Hadrat Syed Shah Ghulam Afzal Biabani
16. Khair Majalis
17. Biography of Hazrat Khaja Usman Haruni
18. Biography of Hazrat Baba Tajuddin Nagpur
19. Anis Arwa by Hazrat Khaja Moinuddin Chisti
20. Biography of Prophet Mohammed (peace be upon him)
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21. Biography of Hazrat Mashooq Rabbani Warangal

22. Biography of Hazrat Shah Shah Afzal Biabani
23. Biography of Hazrat Syed Shah Sawar Biabani
24. Muslim Saints of Warangal
25.Muslim Saints of Chennai
25. Muslim Saints of Aurangabad

An Ad for my book

Muslim Saints and Mystics’

Episodes from the Tadhkirat
al-Awliya of Farid al-Din Attar
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It is already released and its selling price is RM 35.00 per copy and which can be
had directly from Malaysia from the below address.

Published by
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An Ad for my other book

Muslim Saints and Mystics’
Episodes from the Tadhkirat
Al-Awliya of Farid al-Din Attar
(Supplementary version)
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This book is already released by Amazon books U.S.A. during the year 2014
and its selling price is USD 5.00 per copy and which can be had directly the from
the below address.
In this book three lengthy episodes of Farid al-Din Attar’s
book ‘Muslim Saints and Mystics’ are added and in which world-famous episode
about Sheikh Abul Hasan Qarqani is available and it is informed of the general
public and other learned persons of knowledge of saints and mysticism that the
biographical details of Sheikh Abul Hasan Qarqani are not found except in this
episode of this book. The address is given as follows from which this book can be
had directly.
Amazon.com
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My three poems
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Please find my three poems which are as follows and these are well known and
famous since my college days and which were already published in the A.U. College
Magazine of Hyderabad and now I have added these poems in this book.

1.The Taj Mahal

In the darkness of night

I visited the tomb of white
Full beautiful in the glorious moonlight
Shah Jahan’s love and Mumtaz’s beauty
Making fun of today’s love and poverty
No-one leaves without feelings of beauty
After seeing the Taj Mahal’s majesty
The Taj was reminding me of the duty of love
And showing the king’s power of love
Even today in the darkness of strife
The Taj is preaching a lesson of love and life.
By Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B. Com.
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2. In Thy memory

Her death day came with the fragrance of the memories

Which shaken the depth of our the saddest memories
Even the seasonal changes and otherworldly affairs
Could not diminish away her saddest loving memories
Due to the saddest grief, our souls are broken
We are worldly losers and our hearts are broken
Oh: her saddest old memories you must not die
Guide us to cover the deliverances of the world
Oh: the heavenly Lord takes Thou care of this soul
Who never faced any worldly peace and pleasure.
By Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B. Com.
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3.The Dim flame

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When the flame of her life was going to dim

No one of us not there to say goodbye
It is how painful for our whole lives
That we cannot see her at death time
Death is sure for every human beings
But how her strange death was true?
Her loving relatives were far from her
And they cannot reach for the last visit
We should believe in the heavenly Lord
Who made our vast and great human land
Sure, she has gained a position in the grave land
So, We should not worry Allah is great and known.
By Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B. Com.
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The author wept very much at the Kazipet graveyard

The author upon his return from his service of the foreign country visited Kazipet
after a gap of many years the grave of his grandfather and grandmother at Kazipet
recently in the month of May 2014.
When he visited the grave of his grandfather, which is under a big Neem tree
and its shed is spread over large areas of the graveyard and my grandmother’s grave
is situated beside the grave of my grandfather. Both graves are well maintained so
they are available in good condition.
As both graves are under the big old Neem tree so there is too much shade, as
well as so much cold and peaceful atmosphere and comfort, is available there. So an
atmosphere of peace and comfort is available there too much due to the coolness
of the branches of Neem tree which is prevailing in the graveyard. For this reason,
an atmosphere of coolness and peace condition is there and due to this reason, there
will be thinking arise in the mind of the author that both of them living in a peaceful
condition.
However, the author wept too much there because his grandfather who was
administrator of the shrine of Kazipet for many years and his grandmother who lived
in Kazipet village for many years and she did many endeavors there and she helped
many needy women and children there so now both of them are buried in the
graveyard of Kazipet shrine and nobody is not there in the village to visit them from
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their lineage but many unknown visitors are visiting their graves there and the author
have personally seen many flowers on the graves which were placed by those
unknown persons.
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The connection of the author’s family members with Kazipet

When my granddad Sheikh Dadan reached Kazipet on his transfer from another
place and he was attracted by the teachings of Sufi Center at Kazipet during the
period of Hazrat Syed Shah Sarwar Biabani Radi Allahu Anhu the successor and son
of great Sufi master Hazrat Syed Shah Afzal Biabani Radi Allahu Anhu. When my
granddad became his disciple and he left immediately the following things.
1 .He left his superior job in the police department. 2. He left his native place of
Medak. 3. He left his big house in Medak.
Due to the kindness and favour of Hazrat Syed Shah Ghulam Biabani Radi
Allahu Anhu my granddad had got the job of estate administrator of Dargah Sharif
and a plot of land of 1000 yards from the center of Kazipet village. On this plot, my
granddad had constructed a big house (Gulshan Manzil) on 500 yards and one big
garden on 500 yards.

Bio, links of the author

My name is Mohammed Abdul Hafeez and I have graduated in commerce from

Osmania University, Hyderabad, India. I am a Translator of Islamic books and
interested in Sufi books and have translated 58 chapters from the famous Sufi book
‘Tadkiratal Awliya’ by Farid El din Attar in the year 2009 from Urdu to English and
some chapters of the book were published on the below web site and due to kind
grace and help of Allah there is good response from its readers in large numbers on
so many web sites.
The book ‘Muslims Saints and Mystics’ was already published by A. S. Noordeen
Malaysia and in this book available 55 episodes in the year 2013 and another book
Muslims Saints and Mystics also published by Kindle, Amazon U. S. A., and in this
book lengthy three episodes are available in the year 2014.
I am a retired secretary and worked in a Gulf country in Saud
Arabia for many years and have one son and his name is Mohammed Abdul Wasi
Rabbani, who was studying in St. Dominic's school Salimnagar colony Hyderabad
and at K.B.N. Engineering college Gulberga and he is an IT Engineer and working
abroad. We are having four little grandchildren and their names are as follows and
among them, Shehzan is very smart boy and my wife’s name is Ather Fatima and
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my daughter in law’s name is Juhi Yasmeen and she was educated in St. Dominic's
school Salimnagar colony Hyderabad, Vani Girls College and Madina Girls college
as an extra-ordinary and brilliant student of these educational institutions.1.
Mohammed Sulaiman 2. Mohammed Osman 3. Mohammed Shehzan 4. Sahrish
Fatima
I enjoy doing the translation of Sufi works and my translated first episode is
available with the following publication note of Mr. David Rosenbaum of the New
York Times which is available on the above mentioned famous U.S.A. website.
At Kazipet Jagir my dad, Mohammed Afzal and my brother Mohammed Abdus
Samad and Me Mohammed Abdul Hafeez and my sister Meher Unisa were born
there. In Qazipet my father married to Akthar Begum, daughter of Mr. Abdul Majeed
of
Bidar district who was working at that time in the education department as an
education officer. After many years of service at Qazipet Dargah Sharif (shrine) with
great fame and good name, my granddad passed away and upon his death, our big
house was deserted as all members of our family migrated to Hyderabad and some
other places, but my grand mom stayed in the big lonely house with her maidservant
as she never thinks to leave the place of his great Sufi master. Upon living many
years there she had been shifted to Hyderabad when she became ill due to the fracture
of her foot, but due to her great love for the great Sufi Center at Kazipet upon her
death, we had taken her dead body to Kazipet from Hyderabad and she was buried
at the backside of the tomb of her Murshid (spiritual master) Syed Shah Sarwar
Biabani. (R. A.)
During 1986 I had tried my best to re-settle my family members from Hyderabad
to Kazipet Jagir but I was not successful in this matter as my son's (Mohammed
Abdul Wasi Rabbani) application for admission in St. Gabriel School Fatima Nagar
was not accepted there due to late submission. We are staying in Hyderabad with
our family members, but we never miss any chance to visit the holy shrine of Hazrat
Syed Shah Afzal Biabani R. A. And Hazrat Syed Shah Sarwar Biabani R.A. At
Kazipet Jagir on regular basis.
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An event of the theft during the service of a period of my grandfather at Kazipet
shrine

During the period of Syed Shah Ghulam Afzal Biyabani, this event was
happening. At that time there was a grant of Rupees fifty towards the salaries of the
staff of Noban Khana (the place from where time is announced by the beat of the
drum) in which there were some staff members used to work there and it was headed
by the supervisor. By the government of H.E.H.The Nizam of Hyderabad, there was
every month the royal grant which was used to reach the custodian of the Qazipet
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shrine through the supervisor from the government treasury. From there it will reach
the administrator of the estate and who will be used to distribute the amount of
salaries to all concerned staff.
As per reference by Tufazal Hussain advocate that one month the supervisor of
Nobat Khana who was obtained the amount of Rupees fifty towards the salaries from
the Royal treasury office and he was fled to Hyderabad. But in the shrine building,
the staff members were waiting for him to receive their salaries from him and but at
last, they were able to know that the supervisor was fled from Qazipet and he was
reached to Hyderabad.
At that time the custodian of the shrine of Kazipet was in Hyderabad. So the
estate administrator Sheikh Dadan, who was grandfather of the translator of this
book was informed the details of this case to Tufazal Hussain advocate and this event
was mentioned by Syed Khaja Sadat Hussain Biyabani in his Urdu book ‘Lemat
Biyabani’ (This book was already translated by me with the title of Biography of
Hazrat Syed Shah Ghulam Afzal Biabani and has been posted by in the paperback
and electronic book formats on amazon.com) and he was mentioned the details of
this event on the pages 110-111 of his book and he was requested to take action
against the supervisor of the police department. In his reply, Tufazal Hussain
advocate wrote him that as the custodian of the shrine is present in Hyderabad and
if we start action against him, so due to kindness if the culprit will be forgiven by
him then it will be not proper in this matter to initiate the case against him. So it is
better to take the approval of the action from the custodian of the shrine first so that
it is proper to take further action in this matter.
It was learned by me that the estate administrator Sheikh Dadan was sent the
letters by post to Hyderabad for the kind perusal of the shrine custodian there.
The estate administrator Sheikh Dadan who is the grandfather of this translator and
whose memory this event was specially translated from the following book for the
information of the readers of the International Internet Libraries in the U.S.A.
especially for the readers of these two websites as
follows. www.calmeo.com and www.scribd.com
Upon this, it has happened that supervisor of Nobat Khana after spending of the
amount was reached to see the custodian and he told him all details in this matter
and he requested him to forgive his mistake and he made loud and cry in this matter
and he requested him to allow him to join back in his post.
It was learned later that the custodian of the shrine was kept the supervisor at his
residence in Hyderabad for a period of three days. During that period the letters of
the Estate Administrator and the advocate was reaching for him. Upon this, he was
given the travel expenses from Hyderabad to Kazipet to the supervisor of the Nobat
Khana and was sent him from Hyderabad to Kazipet and he was given the instruction
to the estate administrator which is as follows.
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“ That the supervisor was presented in his service and he ashamed of his bad deed
so he was forgiven his mistake in this matter. So you also forgive him and allow him
to join on his duty. Otherwise, he is a poor person having small children with him
so they will become economically poor and will be destroyed in this matter. Arrange
the salary of Nobat Khana staff members from another fund.”
So after some days, the supervisor was coming back to Qazipet from Hyderabad
and he was allowed to join in his post as per order the custodian of the shrine of
Kazipet and the staff members of the Nobat Khana was paid their salaries from the
other fund by the administrator of the estate. (Reference from my translated English
edition book of the biography of Hazrat Ghulam Afzal Biabani from the below book)
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By Syed Khaja Sadat Hussain Biyabani

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In the last, I request the readers of this article to pray for our grandmother and
grandfather for which the author will be obliged to them for their kind help and
cooperation in this matter.
I am also obliged to the unknown visitors of the graves of my grandfather and
grandmother at the graveyard of Kazipet shrine for their kind visits and placing of
the flowers on the graves and for which I could not forget this favour and attention
so I will pray for them in this matter to extend my heartfelt thanks in this matter.
My prayers

I will pray for unknown visitors to the graves of my ancestors

So that they can live longer and to follow the Islamic right path

Hafeez is obliged much in this matter for your kind gesture

Which is much help to my grandparents for prayers and flowers

Mohammed Abdul Hafeez, B.Com.

Translator ‘ Muslim Saints and Mystics’
(The Tadhkirah al-Awliya of Farid)
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Dear Mr. Hafeez Sahib
Wa Alaykum Assalaam,

Jazakallah for your sincere time and efforts it is an impressive contribution Indeed,
it is a nice English Translation and will help us to share with English speaking
people. There are certain places need to be updated in your translation. May Allah
SWT bless you with the spiritual support of Hadrat Syed Jalaluddin Jamalul Bahar
Mashooq Rabbani.
I believe we should enhance the compilation done by Hazrath Syed Aulia
Quadri RA around some 55 years ago-- there are other historical books (should be
available in A.P. Archaeology and State Central Library and other libraries. I know
some books such as Mishkat un Nubuwwah by Hazarath Syed Ghulam Ali Shah
R.A., Mahboob-Zil-Menon - Tadkiray Aulia Deccan page 248 and Tawariqul Auliya
second part page 528.
Insha Allah, Ali pasha will gather the information on Hadrat Mashooq Allah R.A
from the above-mentioned books and from other sources and we will print a revised
edition soon.
Once again, thank you and our heartfelt appreciation for your translation work.

Wassalam.

Kind Regards,

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In the loving memory of my mother

Mother you lived long and left us on 3rd November 2016

And showed us life by drawing a good road map of life

You protected us since childhood till the present time

So we cannot ignore you during our entire period of life
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Your life was not at all dull in the wasteful ways

It was an example of the struggle for a happy life

Your determination was so great to fight the life

By such you have good benefits you have gained

You acted in the world, but also active in the religion

Your presence was a grace due to the kindness of God

After your demise, was a loss and damage in the house

Her name Akhter, she was a star of the luck in her life

Her life journey was ended in 6 days in the hospital

Left on us an impression which cannot be removed

Oh God, you have been given a position in the world

Kindly bestow the mercy on her final resting place
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HASTH BAHIST in the TURKISH EDITION

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Good day

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Tazkira Mashaik-e-Bihar

Tomb of Hazrat Khaja Moinuddin Chisti

Translated by
HAFEEZ ANWAR
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In the praise of Hazrat Khaja Moinuddin Chisti

First, I kindly request for your help with my new books

Especially for the old book eight books of Hasth Bahist

Kindly bestow your kind attention and help in this matter

So that this book can shine in the world like a shining star

He is famous and known all over the world as the Sultan Hind
He was a pioneer preacher who came first and conquered India

He was popular in the subcontinent as a helper of poor persons

But he is renown with all kings and poor people for his kind help

His title is famous in the world as a helper of the poor persons

For 800 years, his tomb has been known to help for the poor

There is such grace in his place and it is not found in anywhere

Hafeez, who is an old admirer of Khaja Sahib since a longer time

Hafeez presented in his mausoleum got Hasth Baisht from there

The book Anis Arwa is the first book was translated by Hafeez

The above great Persian book is now in the top Amazon books
If you are reading then you cannot leave it without finishing it

In it, there are many discourses which made the book renown
So it is a heritage Persian book about preaching mission in India

There are many books of Khaja Sahib and all are well-known
But his audiobook ‘Israr e Haqiqi’ which surpassed all records

Hafeez is the slave of Khaja Sahib who translated Hasith Bahist

And in all these eight books details of his teaching are available

By
Hafeez Anwar
Hyderabad, India
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Preface

In this book translation of biographical details of the Urdu edition of the book,
Tazkira Mashaikh-e-Bihar is added by me upon its translation into the English
edition and this book is well known and famous book which is written by
Mohammed Tayyeb Abdali and who wrote this book in the Urdu language and
which was translated into English language by me.
These details have been translated by me into the English language from the above
old book of the Urdu language and in which there are available some great
achievements, as well as the commands and teaching of the students of the mystic
way by Muslim saints of Banaras in the area of the Bihar and which are not yet
known to the general and special persons, are added in this book and which are
available in a very interesting style so for this reason, the readers will find great
interest and attention in this matter. And for the above Urdu’s book is given title is
given as Tazkira-Bihar and the same title“ Takira Mashaikh-e- Bihar” I have given
the same above title for my translated book’s English edition.
Due to the above facts and details, if the readers will start reading its first page of
the book and will not stop reading till they will reach this book’s last page as some
interesting events and as well as other great miracles and endeavours of Muslim
saints of Bihar is added in this book and these holy saints who were passed away
from the world many centuries and years ago.
Even though this is a small book, but due to its importance, it is so great due to the
coverage of many interesting events and positive information so it is like an ocean
of knowledge and information of Tazkira Mashaikh-e-Bihar who was passed away
from the world upon doing his great endeavours and many hard tasks for the teaching
and propagation of the Islamic religion and the work of Islam and which they have
done in the area of Banaras so this book is a great book and it will present the ocean
of knowledge for the guidance of people towards the right path of the Islam.

To write about these great saints and great spiritual masters is not only it is
difficult and but it is a very hard task. In Tazkira Mashaikh-e-Bihar in which
there were not only added biographies of great pious personalities of their time in
the area of Bihar and who was also a great and famous spiritual master so, in brief,
they were great holy persons of Allah of their time in the Bihar region.
For a long time, they were engaged in religious discourses, sermons, and spiritual
training of the people and they did also many great endeavours for the preaching and
propagation work of Islam in Banaras and around this region and also there was no
such personality during his time in the world.
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As this book of the biographies of the holy saints is very short in length so for this
reason, the translator’s biography is added as per the requirement of the length of
pages of the book.

Tazkira Mashaikh-e-Bihar

1. Hazrat Momin Arif

He was entered into the Bihar Province as a person of the advance guard of Islamic
caravan and he was settled down in the famous and well known Munir village. He
was entered in Bihar for the following reasons which are not confirmed in this matter
That whether he has come into Bihar for the preaching and propagation of Islamic
religion mission work or commercial purpose, or whether he was representative of
the sultan of the time to collect the Jizya (Jizya was a tax levied by the Muslim rulers
on Hindu residents of the territory in return for their protection in India) tax, but the
above details were not confirmed in this matter. But it is said locally that one Muslim
holy person is known as Hazrat Momin Arif with the passion of the preaching and
propagation of Islamic religion while visiting the country of India while wandering
here and there, then he came to Bihar and he has selected Munir village in Bihar
province as place of preaching and propagation of Islamic religion mission work and
he started his work as per reference from book Jada Arfan on page number 161 and
details are as follows.
“ Mr. Najamal Hasan, who has mentioned in his compiled book known as Asharaf
Arabi that “He was Yemeni trader and who was dealing in the trading of the clothes
and he was also a weaver of the clothes. And as well as he will engage in the work
of preaching and propagation of Islam. But for the above writing, Mr. Najam al al-
Hasan has not mentioned its reference in his above book for the above matter.”
In Munir Sharif in the library there is available one manuscript and in which it is
mentioned that “Momin Arif perhaps who was come to the Munir village for Jazia
tax collection work of the Sultan Mahmood Ghazni. ” At the ruling time of the Sultan
Shahabuddin Ghouri, the family of the Ghazni was destroyed and was no more lived
there. Like the King of Nagarkot, the Raja of the Munir was also revolted against
the Islamic rule of the Sultan Mahmood Ghazni. And the Raja of Munir, who could
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not kill Momin Arif as per the practice of the rulers. But he wanted that he should
leave from his limit of his kingdom. By that time no Muslim Sultan did not come in
the eastern part of India. Momin Arif has not a supporter of him at that time. So for
this reason, in the condition of uncontrolled, he began complaining in the court of
the prophet of Allah. (Reference from the book Jadah Arfan page number 161-162)
Hazrat Syed Shah Farzan Ali Sufi Muniri in his book ‘Wasila Sharaf wa Zariah
Doulat’ in which he was mentioned about the details of the personality of Momin
Arif that “ There was one Raja in Munir area and who was very strict in following
his religion as well as he was very cruel. His ruling area was very large. In his
kingdom area, there was the only house in which one Muslim person who used to
reside in it. And his name was Momin Arif. His grave is also available in Munir. He
was a person of perfection as well as a man of miracles. The Raja used to harm him
and do cruelties of many of the kinds upon him and he wants that he should leave
from the limits of his kingdom. And he was such a holy person who used to go
Makkah on a daily basis and perform five congregation prayers in Makkah there.
When cruelties very exceeded very much then he has gone to Madina and he has
lodged a complaint about Raja of Munir at the mausoleum of the last prophet of
Allah there. So on that night, Imam Mohammed Fakhi who used to live in Qudus
Khalil locality in Jerusalem and who was seen the prophet in his dream and he was
given an order of Islamic Jihad (a holy war undertaken as a sacred duty by
Muslims.).Hazrat Sufi Muniri who have mentioned above tradition, but he did not
cite any reference in this matter. But it is manifest that he was received this tradition
from his ancestors by chest by the chest. His careful style of writing the reference
shows that Hazrat Sufi Munir who was deleted un-necessary things, but he has
mentioned the things which are sure and right in this matter.
In short Hazrat Momin Arif who was the first Muslim holy person of miracles
who was arriving in the Munir village in Bihar before the year 756 Hegira. When he
did come and what purpose he has with him and which is not known surely. So in
this matter due to the upset-ness of the harm and cruelty of the Raja of Munir
kingdom, so for this reason, he went to Madina and in the court of the prophet he
has filed his complaint there. Then the prophet has helped him immediately. So at
that night time Imam Mohammed Fakhi who used to live in Qudus Khalil locality in
Jerusalem and who was seen the prophet in his dream and was given an order of
Islamic Jihad (a holy war undertaken as a sacred duty by Muslims.). The event after
this which was known that as per the order of the prophet, Hazrat Momin Arif who
was left Madina and he was reached to Bihar. And then there was the battle with the
Raja of Munir which was happening. And Munir was conquered and in this way, the
door was opened for the Muslim into the Bihar province. From this viewpoint, the
personality of Hazrat Momin Arif is very important. And due to this reason the
Muslim people who were possible to enter into the Bihar province. There was the
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light of the Islamic religion which was lighted in the atmosphere of the infidels' place
in Bihar province.
There will be the mercy of upon him and to all others who have entered into
Bihar Province after him.

2. Hazrat Imam Mohammed Taj Fakhi

His name is Mohammed and his title is well known as Taj Fakih. In the olden day,
Faqir is called for the learned person of the Islamic religion. With his name there is
title is also added so, for this reason, it is known that he was a great learned person
of the Islamic religion of his time. But his position is a signified among the learned
person. Regarding title Taj, there is a tradition which is available as per holy persons
of the lineage of the Muniri chain. When he has seen the holy prophet in his dream
and who has given him the order of Jihad (a holy war undertaken as a sacred duty
by Muslims.) and as well it is said that the prophet by giving him the order of Jihad
and he was put the crown on his head. And upon his wake up he found the crown on
his head. That crown which his still safe in the shrine building of Munira. On the
12th Rabbil Awwal, this crown will be shown to the visitors of the shrine.
His native place is the locality of Quddus Khalil in Jerusalem. And nowadays this
locality has become a permanent city and it is away from Jerusalem at a distance of
15-16 miles. And it is known as Al-Khalil. And it is said that there is situated the
grave of Prophet Ibrahim in this city. And due to connection this city is called and
well known and as well as famous as Al-Khalil.
The lineage and genealogical record :His lineage and the genealogical record is
called Hashmi. Hazrat Sufi Munir in his book which he was compiled and well
known as Wasila Sharaf Wa Zarya Doulat in which while mentioning of Hazrat
Maqdum Jehan Shaikh Sharafuddin Ahmed Yahaiah Muniri’s genealogical link he
was mentioned his lineage and genealogy details as follows.
“Hazrat Imam Mohammed Taj Fakih Bin Moulana Abu Baker Abu Fatah Bin Abul
Qasim Bin Abul Asim Bin Dahar Bin Abu Lais Bin Abu Samah Bin Abu Din Bin
Abu Masud Bin Abu Zar Bin Abdul Mutablab Bin Hashim Bin Abd Munaf.”
Conquest of the Munir :In short Hazrat Momin Arif who was the first Muslim holy
person of miracles who was arrived in Munir village in Bihar Province before the
year 756 Hegira. When he did come and what purpose he has with him and which is
not known surely. So in this matter due to the upsetness of the harm and cruelty of
the Raja of Munir Kingdom so he went to Madina and in the court of the prophet he
has filed a complaint there. Then the prophet has helped him immediately. So at that
night Imam Mohammed Fakhi who used to live in Qudus Khalil locality in
Jerusalem and who was seen the prophet in his dream and he was given him the
order of Islamic Jihad (a holy war undertaken as a sacred duty by Muslims.) So for
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this reason above the holy person without wasting any time he has reached to Munir.
To fulfill the order of the prophet for Jihad against Raja of the Munir and with him,
a large number of Muslims were gathered for this reason. The prophet was also given
the order to the Muslim rulers to help the above name holy person. So, for this
reason, they have sent their army personnel and their relatives in this matter. As per
the writing of Syed Shah Farzand Ali Sufi Muniri in his book Wasil Sharaf Wa
Zariya Doulat which is as follows.
That Tajuddin Khandga and Mir Ali Turk, Larabak who were among the princes
and who were martyred and Mir Syed Jafar and Mir Syed Muzafar who were among
chief persons and chief of the army staff who was Qutub Salar Almadar Rabbani.
And whose tomb is situated in Mehendvan. When the Islamic army was reached to
that country of Munir. And when there was
Islamic Jihad started, and when the Muslim soldiers who were reached near the
victory than at that time from the place of the Munir then Raja of that place was fled
away from there along with family members to some unknown place. Then his news
was not heard afterward. Some persons who have said that on the way he was killed
by the Islamic army. In short Islamic army was reached to Munir by victory and they
have fixed the Islamic flag in the land of Munir first time. In Rawaq's place, there is
a curve of the stone that is there. And it is called Takiya there. Imam Mohammed
Taj who used to be sitting there by the support of pillow at that place which is
mentioned above and he has washed his sword there. In the big shrine in which there
is situated grave of the Hazrat Maqdum Shah Yahiah Muniri at this place and there
was the place of worship in the previous time. And Muslim soldiers have broken the
idols there. And on its door, there is a picture and which was broken by the Islamic
army and left there a sign of Jihad. The date of conquest is known as 776 Hegira
year.
The list of martyrs is as follows and which are written in the
book Kursinama which are as follows.
Alwai Shahid, Mir Syed Ali Turk, Alrabak Shahid, Taj Shahid, Masum Shahid,
Chandan Shahid, Junaid Shahid, Ishaq Shahid, Yakub Shahid, Yousuf Shahid, Pahlu
Shahid, Sufi Shahid, Shah Abdul Ghani Shahid, Shah Abdul Subhan, Qubul Shahid,
Dost Mohammed Shahid, Alauddin Shahid, Syed Jalal Shahid, Shiru Shahid, Syed
Roshan Ali Shahid, Shah Ghulam Hussain Shahid, Mustafa Khan Shahid, Yousuf
Baig Shahid, Shaikh Asim Shahid, Dawud Shahid.
In short the heart of Hazrat Imam Tajuddin Fakhi which was in the uneasiness
condition in the land of infidels and after conquering Bihar and while leaving his 3
sons in Bihar he was left for his native place for this reason. There were his 3 sons
are as follows.
1.Maqdum Shah Israel 2. Magdum Shah Ismail 3. Maqdum Shah Abdul Aziz.
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Some person says Maqdum Shah Muniri was born in his native place. And he has
arrived in India along with his ancestors. Maqdum Shah Rukanuddin Margalani who
is the teacher of Shah Maqdum Yahiah Munir. Who came along with him to India.
In one magazine one holy person has written about the condition of the Maqdum
Shah Shoeb as follows.
“ Imam Mohammed Taj Fakhi who as per the order of the holy prophet who came
from locality of Qudus Khalil in Jerusalem and who has arrived in Munir Sharif and
he was preached and propagated Islamic religion there. Regarding his gentleness,
lineage and genealogical record as well as the perfection of his endeavours for which
it is difficult to describe in this matter.In all Bihar and in and around it which is full
of his sons who were persons of saintliness. He has brought his three sons along with
him and he has left them in Bihar in his place and divided the country among his
sons and which as follows.
1.Sarkar Bihar area to Maqdum Shaikh Israel 2.Sarkar Turbat to Shaikh Maqdum
Ismail. And he has surrendered Maqdum Shaikh Abdul Aziz to Maqdum Israel and
he was told him that he is your younger brother and you are in the place of his father.
And Abdul Aziz is a partner in your share. He was accepted him in a substitute of
his life and he has said to them that you all live in India and engage in the work of
the preaching and propagation of Islamic religion. And show mankind the path of
good deeds. I am proceeding to Madina to the exalted shrine there. ( Reference from
book Wasil Sharaf Wa Zariya Doulat compiled by Hazrat Farzand Ali Shah Sufi
Muniri page number 75 to page number 77).
From the above writings, it is known that Imam Tajuddin Fakhi upon defeating
by the Raja in the battle in Munir and then he was divided the country among his
sons. And also he has advised them for the teaching and propagation of the Islamic
mission work and he himself was returned back from India to his native place. In the
book Wasil Sharaf Wa Zariya Doulat it is written ahead that during the time of
Maqdum Shah Yahiah Muniri Bin Hazrat Maqdum Shah Israel that when Sultan
Ektiaruddin Mohammed Bin Bakhtiar Khilji (and the sultan who was conquerer and
Islamic solder) and who has attacked Bihar in the year 595 Hegira year so then he
has given him all political control of the country into his hands.
Children: Hazrat Tajuddin Fakhi who has three sons with him.
1.Maqdum Shah Isreal and who was his elder son and his elder son is Hazrat Yahiah
Munari. The mausoleum of Hazrat Shah Isreal is situated in a big shrine building in
Munir at the right side after two graves of Maqdum Yahiah Muniri’s grave.
2. Hazrat Shah Maqdum Ismail is his second son and his son’s name is Salahuddin.
And from his sons Hazrat Qazan Shattari who was a well known holy person of the
Shattari chain.
3. Hazrat Shah Abdul Aziz is the third son and his sons are Maqdum Jalal Muniri
and Sulaiman Lanagar Zamin. And his tomb is situated at the side of Shah Ismail.
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Personality :Hazrat Imam Mohammed Taj Fakhi who was a great learned person and
who was an Islamic solder as well. The conquest of Munir is a great achievement of
his great struggle of a holy war undertaken as a sacred duty by him is its proof in
this matter. He has performed the duty of the propagation of Islamic religion on the
wide range and scale. May shower Allah's mercy on him and his sons.

3. Hazrat Maqdum Shah Rukanuddin Mirgalani

Name: Rukanuddin
Native place: Margalan this place is situated probable surrounding areas of
Jerusalem.
Arrival in Bihar: With the passion of Jihad (a holy war undertaken as a sacred duty
by Muslims.) he has accompanied Imam Mohammed Taj Fakhi and was participated
warmly in the Jehad of 576 Hegira and due to this reason Munir kingdom of the Raja
was conquered. He was settled down along Maqudm Israel, Maqdum Ismail,
Maqdum Abdul Aziz who were sons of Imam Mohamed Taj Fakhi in Bihar on a
permanent basis. His tomb is well known and famous in Munir and is visited by a
large number of persons.
Status of his knowledge :He was a great learned person of intellectual and traditional
knowledge. As well as a great learned person of the Islamic religion. And due to his
holiness and erudition (the quality of having or showing great knowledge) of
knowledge Hazrat Maqdum Shah Israel who has kept his son Maqdum Ahmed
Yahiah Muniry under his teaching and training. Hazrat Margalani who was a great
learned person and number one personality among all other learned persons and who
were entered in Bihar. Almost his other details are hidden and only some details
which are known in this matter and which are added in this book.

4. Hazrat Qazi Shaikh Shahabuddin Pir Jagjut

Name and title: Shabuddin and title Pir Jagjuat

Native place: Kashgar and once this city was the well known and famous city of
central Asia.
Date of birth : His blessed birth which happened in the year 570 Hegira year in the
city of Kashgar.
The lineage and genealogy record : Hazrat Qazi Shabuddin Pir Jagjut Bin Sultan
Syed Mohammed Taj Bin Sultan Syed Ahmed bin Sultan Syed Nasir Bin Sultan
Syed Yousuf Bin Syed Hasan Bin Syed Qasim Bin Syed Mohammed Musa Bin Syed
Hamza Bin Syed Dawud Bin Syed Rukanuddin Bin Syed Qutubuddin Bin Syed
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Ishaq Bin Syed Ismail Bin Imam Jafer Sadiq Bin Imam Mohammed Baquer Bin
Imam Zainal Abidin Bin Imam Hussain Bin Fatima Bint Prophet Mohammed.
Arrival in Bihar : Around the year 600 Hegira, he arrived in Bihar. And he was
settled down in Alampur Jeotali village which is 8 miles away from Patna. In many
biographical books with his name as Qazi is added and from which it is known that
when Sultan Ektiaruddin Mohammed Bin Bakhtiar Khilji who has conquered the
Bihar in the year 595 Hegira then at that time he must have required the services of
the Qazi (judge) for the settlement of the dealings of the kingdom. So, for this reason,
he has given him an invitation. Because he has gone to Bihar as Qazi of Bihar.
Excellence and perfection : It is said that he has devotion as well as caliphate from
Shaikh of Shaikh's person Hazrat Shaikh Shihabuddin Suherwardi. And to him from
Khaja Abu Najibuddin Suherwardi, and from to Hazrat Khaja Abu Hafaz Umar
Wajihuddin, and in the State of Bihar he was the first holy person from Suharwardi
chain. And from him, there was done hard tasks and great endeavours for the
following.
1.Work of the right path and guidance 2. Teaching and propagation of the knowledge
of Sufism on a wide-scale and as well higher grade level.
He used to keep many of the Tai fastings. And he used to behave with mankind
with love and with good manners. His house which will be used to open to all
religious persons without any discrimination in this matter and one who went on the
door of his house which could not without any favour and attention in this matter.
Teaching :Helplessness and sincerity and following of the Islamic law which are
fundamental and important points of his teaching. He has said that “One who follows
the Islamic law then he will get the destination of the mystic way of life. And who
will pass the way with mystic initiation easily in this matter.
Children :Bihar’s Sufi family Shaikh Shabuddin who belongs to the family Pir Jagjut
and Hazrat has four daughters with him. And all were perfect holy women.
1.Elder daughter Bibi Razia known as Badi Buwwa and who married with grandson
of the Imam Mohammed Taj Fakhi, Hazrat Maqdum Ahmed Yahiah Muniri Bin
Shah Israel. And from her, there were born four daughters and one son. And holy
person Firdouse Hazrat Maqdum Jehan Shaikh Sharafuddin Ahmed Yahiah Muniri
who was his younger son.
2. Second daughter Hazrat Bibi Habiba who was married to Hazrat Maqdum Musa
Hamdani and from him a famous holy person of the chain of Suherwardi holy person
Hazrat Maqdum Ahmed Charmposh was born.
3. With third daughter Bi Bi Hadiya known as Bi Bi kamal and who was married
with the grandson of Hazrat Imam Mohammed Taj Fakhi, Hazrat Sulaiman Langar
Zamin Bin Abdul Aziz. And there was born one boy Maqdum Ata Allah and one
daughter Bi Bi Kamal with the same name as her mother and well known as Doulat
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Bi Bi and from her well known and famous holy person of Suherwardi chain, Hazrat
Hussain Dhakar Posh was born by her.
4. Fourth daughter Hazrat Bibi Jamal and who was married to Hazrat Maqdum Adam
Sufi and who disciple and caliph of Hazrat Farid Shaker Gunj and son of the Shaikh
Hameeduddin custodian Pakki Daragh (shrine building) of Jeo Thali and from her
Hazrat Maqdum Yatim Sufid Baz was born.
Death :He died on 21 Zeqada in the year 666 Hegira and he was buried in Azampur
Jeo Thali and his tomb which is not permanent and which is situated at the bank of
river Ganga. And which is well known as Kacchi Dargah (shrine building) for this
reason.

5.Hazrat Adam Sufi

Name: Adam
Title: Sufi
Native: Mashad
Year of birth: He was born in the year 584 Hegira in the Hajipur in Bihar Province.
The lineage and geneological record : Hazrat Adam Sufi Bin Syed Ibrahim Bin Syed
Jalal bin Syed Hasan Bin Syed Mahmood Bin Syed Ibrahim Adam Bin Syed Salman
Bin Syed Nasir Bin Syed Mohammed Bin Syed Yaqub Bin Syed Ahmed Bin Syed
Ishaq Bin Syed Imam Umar Bin Mohammed Sufi Bin Imam Qasim Bin Ali Asghar
Bin Umar Ashraf Bin Imam Zainal Abidin Bin Imam Hussain Bin Fatima Zahara
Bint Mohammed Rasul Allah. (From the book Ayan Watan).
Arrival in Bihar :His ancestor Hazrat Syed Jalal Chisti who was disciple and caliph
of Hazrat Khaja Haruni and who was a resident of Mashad. As per the order of his
spiritual master he has arrived in Lahore. And his son Syed Ibrahim Chisti who has
arrived in Hajipur village in Bihar from Lahore. It means he was settled down at the
place where now Hajipur village is habituated there. And his son Hazrat Adam Sufi
who has arrived in village Allampur Jeo Thali and he was settled down there.
Pledge and command work :Hazrat Adam Sufi who has pledged on the hands of his
father. And who has a pledge on his father Hazrat Syed Jalaluddin Chisti. And to
him from Hazrat Usman Haruni as per reference of the book Ayan Watan compiled
by Hakim Syed Mohammed Shoeb Phulwari Sharif. But the holy person of the shrine
of the Rashida of Jaunpur of the 5th century Hazrat Ghulam Arshad Jaunpuri who
has written in sayings in the handwritten book Ganj Fiyazi that he is disciple and
caliphate of Hazrat Baba Farid Shaker Ganj. And according to this the details of his
chain of devotion is as follows.
Hazrat Adam Sufi,Hazrat Baba Farid Shaker Ganj,Hazrat Bakhtiar Kaki,Hazrat
Khaja Moinuddin Chisti.
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In short, he was a pioneer holy person of the Chistiya chain in Bihar. And he also
has obtained favour from Hazrat Shaikh Shubauddin Pir Jagjut.
Caliph: Maqdum Shah Hameeduddin
Children: Maqdum Shah Hameeduddin
Death and burial place: At the age of 113 years in the year 697 Hegira and he was
buried in Jeo Thali village. And the tomb is well known as Pakki Dargah. His tomb
in Jeo Thali which is famous even today for the fulfillment of desires and wishes of
the persons who visit his tomb.

6. Hazrat Maqdum Yahiah Muniri

Name: Yahaiah
Native place: He was born in the locality of Qudus Khalil in Jerusalem. In his
childhood, he came from Jerusalem along with his father and with ancestors to Bihar.
And under the guardianship of his father, he was lived in Munir and he was settled
down in Munir on a permanent basis so for this reason word Muniri is attached with
his name.
Arrival in Bihar : Hazrat Imam Mohammed Taj Fakhi who was arrived in Bihar by
way of a holy war undertaken as a sacred duty by Muslims and in the year 576 Hegira
and he was conquered Munir area. And along with him his three sons and one
grandson Yahiah were also with him. Hazrat Syed Shah son of Ali Muniri in his
compiled book ‘Wasila Sharaf Wa Zariya Doulat’s on page number 76 it is
mentioned that “Some persons who say that Hazrat Maqdum Shah Yahiah Muniri
who was born in his native place. He was coming along with his ancestor.”
The lineage and genealogy record : He belongs to the lineage and genealogy record
of Hashmi and the details are as follows.
Hazrat Imam Mohammed Taj Fakhi
Hazrat Israel (elder son of Hazrat Imam Taj Fakhi
Yahiah Muniri
Education and training: He has opened his eyes in the lap of the Muslim Islamic
preachers and Muslim soldiers as well as he was brought up in the plain of the Jihad
and under the shadow of the swords. Hazrat Maqdum who was a person of
the erudition (the quality of having or showing great knowledge) and learned person
such as Shah Rukanuddin Margalani with his help he has passed away the
educational process at his hands. And with his father Hazrat Israel, he has learned
the rules and regulations of life and living. In this way Hazrat
Maqdum Yahiah Muniri who was becoming the able successor of his father.
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Soveregnity: Hazrat Imam Mohammed Taj Fakhi who was conquered Muniri and
after that, he has divided the country. And the area of Sarkar Bihar which was given
by him to his elder son Hazrat Israel. And after him, this area came under the rule
of Hazrat Maqdum Yahiah Munari. In the year 595 Hegira when Ektair Uddin
Mohammed Bin Bakhtiar Khilji was attacked on Bihar then by utilizing the situation
Hazrat has handed over the kingdom to him as offering to him and he was himself
began engaging in the worship of Allah. And he was busy on the right path and
guidance.
Showing the right path and guidance : In the book Akhbar Asfia Ahwal Auliya by
Abdul Samad Bin Afzali Mohammed Bin Yousuf Ansari, which is a handwritten
Persian book written in the year 1800 and deposited in the Oriental library Patna and
on its page number 34 the details of his migration from his native place to India are
found. In the books Tazkira Alkaram, Marital Konin in which it was written that he
was a disciple and caliphate of Hazrat Shaikh Shahab Uddin Suharwardi. Hazrat
Sufi Munir in his book Wasila Sharaf Wa Zariya Doulat he was written on its page
12 that “Shaikh Yahiah Sharafuddin Muniri ‘s father Moulana Taqiuddin Arabi
resident of the area of Mahsun and who has written books Inteqab Ahya Uloom and
from him he has faith and probable he has devoted to him.”
From the above references of the books, it is known that Hazrat Muniri has pledged
in the chain of Suherwardia whether it was directly in the hands of Shaikh
Suhabuddin Suherwardi or in the hands of Hazrat Taqiuddin Mahsavi so it is not
confirmed in this matter and he was the second holy person in the Suherwardia chain
in Bihar area. And the first holy person who was Shaikh Shubuddin Pir Jagjut who
was his father in law. And for the right path and guidance, he has established one
shrine building in Munir. Hazrat Sufi Munir in his book Wasila Sharaf Wa Zaray
Doulat was mentioned that “ The king who was good and who was granted for
expenses of the shrine building and etc., and he was allotted some villages.”
There was so much development of the chain of Suherwardia in the Bihar and due
to his endeavours, many of the persons who were not on the right path and due to
his source who were enabled to get the destination in this matter.
Caliphs :Hazrat Maqdum Jalaluddin Ahmed, who was his elder son and who got
caliphate from his father Hazrat Maqdum Yahiah Munari.
Marriage and children: He was married to the elder daughter of Azeemabad’s old
holy person Hazrat Qazi Shuabuddin Pir Jangjut’ and her name was Razia known as
Badi Buwwa and from her body, four sons and one daughter were born and their
details are as follows.
1. First son Maqdum Hazrat Jalaluddin Ahmed, who was the disciple of Hazrat
Najibuddin Firdouse and he was caliphate of his father.
2. Second son Hazrat Maqdum Jehan Shaikh Sharafuddin Ahmed and who was
a disciple and caliphate of Hazrat Najibuddin Firdouse.
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3. Third son Hazrat Maqdum Khaliluddin Ahmed and who was the disciple of
Hazrat Maqdum Jehan Shaikh Sharafuddin Ahmed.
4. Fourth son Hazrat Maqudm Habeebuddin Ahmed and who was the disciple of
Hazrat Maqdum Jehan Shaikh Sharafuddin Ahmed.
5. Daughter Bibi Mah Khatoon and who was the wife of Mir Shamsuddin Mar
Zandani.
Death : He died on Thursday on 11th Shaban in the year 690 Hegira at the place of
Munir. And his tomb is well known and famous as Badi Dargah. His tomb in Jeo
Thali which is famous even today for the fulfillment of desires and wishes of the
persons who visit his tomb.
Hazrat Sufi Munir has got one page of the damaged book and from that book, he
got one couplet and for which he thought as a stanza of the date of the death. So he
has kept that couplet as the exordium of ode and he has written date of death in
Persian and its one couplet is translated and interpreted as follows.
He was great Qutub of the time and he was King Maqdum
He was sitting on the throne and was famous for innermost

7. Hazrat Syed Musa Hamdani

Name: Syed Musa

Native place: Hamdan in Iran
The Lineage and genealogy record: Syed Musa Hamdani Bin Syed Mubarak
(Sharak) Bin Khizher Bin Ibrahim bin Sulaiman Bin Abdul Karim Bin Abdul Hakim
Bin Abdul Shukur Bin Nemat Allah Madni Bin Abdul Hameed bin Abdul Raheem
Bin Abdul Ishaq Bin Abdul Rahman bin Abul Qasim Bin Nooruddin Bin Yousuf
Bin Rukanuddin Bin Alauddin Bin Yahiah Bin Zakriya Bin Hasan Bin Shah Qureshi
Bin Mohammed Umar Bin Imam Abdallah Bin Imam Musa Kazim Bin Imam Jafer
Sadiq Bin Imam Mohammed Baquer Bin Imam Zain Al-Abidin Bin Imam Hussain
Bin Fatima Zuhra Bin Prophet Mohammed (peace be upon him).
Condition: He was a resident of the city of Hamdan in Iran. He belonged to the well
to do and a person of the powerful in Hamdan. Some authors of the books of the
biographies have written him as ruler of the Hamdan. Then it happened that as per
the fate he has left his life of wealth and luxury and he has adopted the life indigence
and for the peace of the mind he was wandered a lot of the places in this matter. At
last, he has reached India. And he has adopted the company of Hazrat Shahabuddin
Pir Jangjut. And then he was settled down in India on a permanent basis.
Marriage and children: He was married to Bibi Habiba the daughter of Hazrat
Shahabuddin Pir Jangjut and from her body, there were born three sons.
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1.Syed Ahmed 2. Syed Mohammed 3.Syed Mahmud and Syed Mahmud who was a
great holy person in Suherwardi chain and his title are well known and famous as
Charam Posh.
Tomb: His year of death is not known. But it is said that his tomb is situated in
around Bihar’s locality Anbir. His tomb in Anbir which is famous even today for the
fulfillment of desires and wishes of the persons who visit his tomb.

8. Hazrat Jalal Muniri

Name: Jalal
Native place: Munir well known and famous historic village in the province of Bihar.
The lineage and genealogy record: He was the son of the Hazrat Abdul Aziz Bin
Imam Mohammed Taj Fakhi. And his complete lineage and genealogical record
details are found in the biography book of Hazrat Imam Mohammed Taj Fakhi.
Preaching of Islamic religion: He was a great Islamic soldier and as well as a great
and ranked preacher of the Islamic religion. He got the passion of the Jihad (a holy
war undertaken as a sacred duty by Muslims.) and preaching of Islamic religion in
his inheritance. The time of Jihad when it was ended so for this reason under the
order of the prophet, he began endeavour against his soul in his whole life as well as
he was busy in endeavor of the preaching of the Islamic mission work in India.
In his hands a large number of the people who have accepted Islamic religion.
Marriage and children: He was married to Bibi Malka Sad who was the daughter of
Hazrat Shaikh Ibrahim bin Shaikh Ismail Bin Hazrat Imam Mohammed Taj Fakhi
and from her body, the Maqdum Shah Shoeb was born. Some of his holy
people from maternal side relatives who were residing in Kajanva village which is
near Shaikpura.
Death and burial: He has died when Hazrat Shah Shoeb was very young. His year of
death is 690 Hegira approximately. His grave is situated in Munir at the western side
of the water tank and which is opposite of Badi Dargah in which the tomb of the
Hazrat Yahaiah Munir is situated there.

9. Hazrat Shaikh Sulaiman Langar Zamin

Name: Sulaiman and title is well known as Langar Zamin

Native place: Munir Sharif in Bihar Province
The Lineage and genealogy record: He belongs to the lineage of Hazrat Abdul Aziz
Bin Imam Mohammed Taj Fakhi Bin’s son. In the episode of Imam Mohammed Taj
Fakhi his lineage and geneaological record details can be found there.
Advice: He was real brother of the Hazrat Jalal Muniri. As per the family tradition,
he was engaged in his whole life for the advice of mankind. A large number of the
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people who were involved in infidelity and polytheism and due to his endeavors they
were finding the right path of the Islamic religion. He has a fondness for the work of
reorganization of God by the mankind and for this endeavor he could not live in
easiness for this reason in the native place. His wife Bibi Kamal, who also shared
his work with him in this matter. So, for this reason, he was settled down in Kaku
village. And where one magician was living at that time and his name is Koka and
who has made the life of the people of the village in uneasiness and troublesome for
this reason. It is said that his perfect wife Bibi Kamal in the condition of rage and by
using her innermost qualities has turned up side down the village. In this usage, there
was such hardness that the land of the area would have been turned upside and down
and it would have been damaged greatly, but it has not happened in this matter but
due to the presence of Hazrat Sulaiman so which has not happened for this reason.
So for the reason, his title was becoming well known as Langar (anchor ) Zamin
(earth). And the name of the village has become as Kaku and which is the inverse
of the word form Kaku to Koka.
Marriage and children: He was married to the younger daughter of Hazrat Qazi
Shuhabuddin Peer Jangjut and her name was Bibi Hadiya known as Bibi Kamal and
from her, there was born one son Ata Allah and one daughter Bibi Doulat was born.
The famous and well known holy person of the Suherwardia chain Hadrat Hussain
Dakadposh who was the son of Bibi Doulat.
Death and burial: He has died in Kaku and which is famous even today for the
fulfillment of desires and wishes of the persons who visit his tomb.

10. Hazrat Khaja Ahmed Sistani

Name: Ahmed and his title: Khaja

Native place: Sistan
Conditions: Most of his conditions are kept hidden so for this reason which was not
known. But his saintliness which is known that Hazrat Maqdum Jehan Shaikh
Sharafuddin Ahmed Yahiah Muniri who used to visit his tomb.It was not known
when he did arrive in the Bihar Province. But it said that he has arrived after 595
Hegira approximately when Bihar was completed conquered by the Muslim army.
Also, visit of Hazrat Maqdum Jehan Shaikh Sharafuddin Ahmed Yahiah Muniri
which points out this fact, but he was a holy person which belongs to the 6-7 century.
Tomb: His tomb is situated in the locality of Kagazi Mahalla in Bihar Sharif
and which is famous even today for the fulfillment of desires and wishes of the
persons who visit his tomb.
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11. Hazrat Shaikh Khizer Para Dost

Name: Khizer and his title is Para Dost.

Conditions: Hazrat Shaikh Khizer Para Dost and who was a disciple and caliphate
of Hazrat Baba Farid Shaker Ganj. And Hazrat has given him instruction to go Bihar
and engage in the righteous and guidance work there. As per the order of his peer,
he was engaged in the work. And he has constructed one shrine building in Bihar.
And this second Chisti shrine building in Bihar Province. And first shrine building
which was constructed by Hazrat Adam Sufi in Jeo Thalli. There was news of the
construction of the shrine building of Hazrat Shaikh Khizer Para Dost in Bihar which
was reached to Hazrat Khaja Nizamuddin so for this reason he wants to come to
Bihar in the shrine building to avoid gathering of the devotees in Delhi and want to
live in solitude and teaching and education in Bihar for this work. When there was a
delay, so, for this reason, Hazrat Khizer Para Dost has informed Hazrat Nizamuddin
that the people are waiting for him there, but he has informed him that the reason for
which I was coming to Bihar but there was the same condition has prevailed there.
So what is the benefit there.? The memorable thing about this Chisti shrine building
in Bihar Sharif is the Chisti locality there.

Tazkira -e-Mashaiq In Bihar of 7th-10th Century

12. Hazrat Shaikh Hameed Uddin

Name: Hameeduddin
Native place: Alampur Jeo Thalli
The lineage and genealogy record: He was the son of Hazrat Adam Sufi. The
complete lineage of the genealogical record is found in the episode of Hazrat Adam
Sufi.
Righteous work and guidance: He was a pledge on the hands of his father in the
chain of the Chistiya. There were no male children of Hazrat Suhabuddin Jajgut so
for this reason he has fulfilled the responsibility of the shrine building. He has also
the responsibility of the shrine building of his father Hazrat Adam Sufi. And in this
way, he has fulfilled the work of the duties of both of the shrine buildings together
and where he sat and has done work of righteous work and guidance there and this
work he has done with hard tasks and endeavours and for this there is its proof is
that in Jeo Thalli and around it there are Muslim habitations are found there
and which is famous even today for the fulfillment of desires and wishes of the
persons who visit his tomb.
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Marriage and children: He was married to the younger daughter of Hazrat

Suhabuddin Jagjut Bibi Jamal and from her body, Hazrat Yatim Allah
Sufed Baz was born and who was a perfect holy person of his time.

13. Hazrat Syed Ahmed Charm Posh

Name and title: Syed Ahmed's name and his title is well known and famous as Charm
Posh. In the book Monas Quloob at the meeting 9th and first on page number 463
the following details are written about him. One time Shaikh Charam Posh and
Shaikh Mahsi both of them went into the presence of Shaikh Sulaiman and who was
given them 8 Chitals (spotted deers) to both of them so that they can make the dress
for them. When both of them left Shaikh Sulaiman than they thought in their hearts
that with these skins they could not make dresses for both of them. So Shaikh
Hussain has purchased dress something having a specified number of layers and
Shaikh Ahmed was wearing skin on his body. When they have reached in the service
of Shaikh Sulaiman then he has said that “ This is sufficient for both of them. And
he has congratulated both of them.” And from that time the title of Charm Posh
which was becoming famous and well known.
Native place: Hamdan city in Iran.
Year of the birth: 657 Hegira
The lineage and genealogy record: Syed Ahmed Charam Posh Bin Syed Musa
Hamadani.
Education and training: His education and training which was done at his house as
per the system of the current syllabus under the shadows of his parents. His mother
Bibi Habiba who was the daughter of Hazrat Shahabuddin Jagjut. If there will be
such a lap of such mother, which available to any boy then there will be no doubt
about the good fate of that boy in this matter. So, for this reason, he was
becoming well known as a person of saintliness.
Pledge: He has the caliphate and he was a pledge on the hands of Hazrat Alauddin
Suherwardi in the chain of Suherwardia and who has from Hazrat Sulaiman Mahsavi
and who has from Moulana Taqiuddin Mahsavi and he has from Khaja Ahmed
Damishqi and he has from the pledge and caliphate of the Shaikh Shuabuddin
Suherwardi. In the book Monas Quloob at the meeting 9th and first on page number
463 the following details are written about him that he used to go in service of Hazrat
Sulaiman Mahsavi and he has a devotion from him. But he has become a disciple
of Hazrat Sulaiman Mahsavi but he has also become a disciple and caliphate of
Hazrat Alauddin Ala Haq Suherwardi.
Righteous work and guidance: For the work of righteous and guidance he has visited
a large number of the places which were at long distances. Like Tibet area which is
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very far and where he was going there for the preaching and propagation mission
work of Islamic religion and for this long-distance journey, he has suffered hardship
on the way. And he lighted the light of Islamic religion in the darkness of infidelity
and polytheism. And from that light, it is not known how many lucky persons who
were benefitted in this matter for this reason.
Revelation and miracles: There were happening, many of the events of revelation
and miracles by him in this matter. Hazrat Muniri who has mentioned in his book
Wasila Sharaf Wa Zarya Doulat that “One time one person who has brought a large
number of dead bees in the presence of Hazrat Maqdum Jehan Shaikh Sharafuddin
Ahmed Yahiah Muniri before him and who said to him that the Shaikh will give life
and death. Tell that these bees may have life. Who said to him that he himself is in
the helpless condition so how he can give life to others.So that person went in the
presence of Shaikh Ahmed Charam Posh and who has told him that this secret which
was given by Allah to Shaikh Sharafuddin so we cannot do this. He said to bees to
fly, then all bees flown away from there. That person told him that he has seen life
and he wants to see death. Then he told him that go from here and you will see on
the way. When the person went on the way than any animal who beat him as such
that he has become lifeless.
Compilation and writing of the books and poetry work: He was a holy person who
has compiled and written off the books. He has written one magazine of two pages
in which he has discussed by different 17 methods about 1. Nasut (Physical world)
2. Jabrut (heaven) 3.Lahut (world lying beyond space and time) and one copy of this
magazine, which is available with Shah Alimuddin Balqi in Alam Ganj Patna.
He was the Sufi poet of the Persian language and his pen name was Ahmed. And
in his poetry there have found the secrets and hints about Sufism, knowledge of God
and his complete Dewan (collected odes of a single poet) which was available with
Shah Mohammed Zafar. Some of his odes which were printed by mistake in the
name of Ahmed Jam and which were available to the public in this matter.
Caliphs: The list of his appointed caliphs which are very in length. Hazrat Shams
Balqi son of Muzafar Balaqi who was his disciple and caliphate. Also, his elder son
Syed Sirajuddin who was his disciple and caliph.
Children: Among his son Syed Sirajuddin and Syed Tajuddin who were perfect, holy
persons of their time. The tombs of both them are situated in the area of Anbir
locality in Bihar Sharif.
Death: He died on 26 Safar in the year 776 Hegira. He was buried in the Anbir
locality in Bahar Sharif. Half a couplet of the year of his death is translated as
follows.
“Shaikh Charm posh who has left for heavenly abode”
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14. Hazrat Maqdum Jehan Shaikh Sharafuddin Yahiah Muniri

Name and title: His name was Sharafuddin Ahmed and his title was Maqdum Jehan.
In the book of Malfuzat of Ghulam Arshad Jaunpuri named Ganj Arshadi volume 4
on page 116 and it is written as follows.
“This lower person of the compiler of this book who has ascertained and heard this
information from higher-level sources about his title Maqdum Jehan that when
Maqdum Jehan visited with Hazrat Jalaluddin than he said upon his visit
that Maqdum Jehan that you are Maqdum Jehan.
Native place: Historical Munir village in the Bihar Province.
Year of birth: He was born in 26 or 29th Shaban in the year 661 Hegira in the Munir
Sharif. And from the words, Sharaf Agin, his date of birth will be known as per
book Wasila Sharf Wa Dariya Doulat compiled by Sufi Munari.
Father’s connections: Hazrat Maqdum Jehan Shaikh Sharafuddin Yahiah Muniri Bin
Maqdum Yahiah Muniri Bin Shaikh Israel Bin Hazrat Imam Taj Fakhi Bin Moulana
Abu Baker Bin Abul Fatah Bin Abdul Qasim Bin Abu Saim Bin Abu Daher bin Abul
Lais bin Abu Sahma Bin Abu Deen Bin Abu Masood Bin Abu Zar Bin Hazrat Zubair
Bin Abdul Mutallab Bin Hashim Bin Abed Munaf.
Maternal lineage of genealogical record: Hazrat Maqdum Jehan Shaikh Sharafuddin
Yahiah Muniri Bin Hazrat Bibi Razia well known as Badi Buwwa Bint Qazi
Shuhabuddin Pir Jagjut Bin Sultan Mohammed Taj Bin Sultan Ahmed Bin Sultan
Syed Nasir Bin Sultan Syed Yousuf Bin Syed Hussain Bin Syed Qasim Bin Syed
Musa Bin Syed Hamza Bin Syed Dawud Bin Syed Rukanuddin Bin Syed
Qutubuddin Bin Syed Ishaq Bin Syed Ismail Bin Imam Jafer Sadiq Bin Imam
Mohammed Baquer Bin Imam Zainal Abideen Bin Imam Hussain Bin Fatima Zuhra
Bint Hazrat Mohammed Rasul Allah.
Brought up and patronage: Brought up and patronage of Maqdum Jehan for which
his mother Bibi Razia well known Badi Buwwa who has taken too much care and
attention in this matter. So there is mentioned in the book Manaqb Asfia the details
as follows.
“ The mother of Sharuffin was never feeding up milk to him during his
time of suckling without ablution.”
This method of care and attention to bring up and patronage which will be seen very
less.
Glad tidings of the saintliness: In the books of Malfuzat (speeches) it is written as
follows.
“ One day her mother left him alone in the cradle and she has gone for some need.
When she had returned back then he was seen that there was sitting one person near
the cradle, and who was driving away from the bees from there and moving the
cradle there. When she was afraid in this matter, then that man has vanished away
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from there. When there was a relief for her from fear, then she has gone to see her
father Shaikh Suhabuddin and she has explained to him all the details of the event
in his service. He said to her that “ Do not worry about this matter because that
person who was Hazrat Khaja Khizer. And who will shake the cradles and who will
also protect the boys. And your son will have become a pious person of his
time. Khaja Sahib is angry upon us and saying that your daughter left the boy alone
in the house and she went for some need outside. It should not be done because there
is a fear of the evil eye and evil spirit in this matter.”
Teaching and training: His primary education which was done in his house. The
details of holy persons who have participated part in his early education which is not
mentioned in the biography books. But his higher education which was made under
the shadow of the genius person of the time and the person of knowledge Hazrat
Sharafuddin Abu Tuwma. Hazrat who was a superior learned person of his time and
he was a Sufi. He was president of the board of education and teaching during the
rule of the Sultan Altamash of Delhi Kingdom. His status and position which was
retained for a long period of time. But it kept hold till his time of death. He has such
public popularity that there will be a rush of the and devotion of people with him.
So, for this reason, Sultan Ghyaduddin Balban was thinking it of the danger that his
popularity may decrease the importance of the sultan in this matter. So for his fear
sultan has given him the order to go Sonargaon. He has obeyed the order of the
Sultan of Delhi and he has started the journey toward Sonargaon. This event which
was happened approximately in the year 664 or 673 Hegira. While traveling to
Sonargaon he has stayed some days in Munir. And where he has met with Hazrat
Shaikh Sharafuddin Ahmed Yahaih Munri and upon meeting with him, he was
affected with his plenty of knowledge and wisdom. And he was thinking in his heart
that research of knowledge of Islam, which is possible in his service and company
of the such a research scholar. So, for this reason, he was, decided to accompany
with the personality of the knowledge on his journey towards Sonargaon. So that he
can be benefitted from his company in this matter. Even Abu Tuwama also who was
much affected by watching Sharafuddin’s ability, style of the advice, and piety then
he has become happier. And he was saying in his heart that the teaching of
knowledge of Islamic religion so for reason with the help of such person there should
be done endeavours in this matter. Shaikh Sharafuddin told about his desire and wish
before his parents and upon obtaining willingness and permission from them, he
proceeded toward the journey to Sonargaon along with Hazrat Abu Tuwama.
Sonargaon was called some time as Suber Nagaram and at that time it was the
village of Narayan Ganj in the district Dhaka’s unknown village. Around which now
there are find the largest number of many signs of deserted mosques are found.Its
jungle areas and deserted buildings which are witness that once it was the center of
the Sufi and darwesh persons.
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Hazrat Sharafuddin Ahmed Yahiah Ahmed Muniri who has worked hard for
obtaining knowledge of the Islamic religion. And he used to be busy day and night
on this matter. And with this engagement, he also busies in mystical exercise
and endeavours. And even he used to keep Tai fasting. Due to his engagement
in endeavours he could not go to the public kitchen to have food from there for
himself. And he used to say that due to eating on the dining carpet there will be a
waste of the much time in this matter. When Abu Tuwama was known in this matter
then he has arranged for him the separate system of food eating by him.
Hazrat Maqdum Jehan, who was there in Sonargaon up to the 690 Hegira year till
such that he has completed the work of research on the knowledge of Islamic
religion. When the teacher was decided to teach some other knowledge to him than
he told him that the knowledge which he has learned from him there was enough
for him. In the book Monab Quloob it is written as follows “ Maqdum went to
Sonargaon with Hazrat Sharafuddin Abu Tuwama and he has acquired all
knowledge. When has acquired all this knowledge, then Hazrat Abu Tuwama told
him that “He has with him some other rare knowledge of chemistry, illusion, magic,
knowledge of captivation, etc., which he should get acquired from him. He said that
I have acquired knowledge of Fiqa (Islamic law) and knowledge of principles for
which I am regret in this matter that I was spending such a long time and which was
not spent in the worship of Allah. Now I do not have a need for other knowledge in
this matter. When Moulana has heard this matter and was seen his
courage then he walked seven times around him and then he said that “To sacrifice
for such courage.”
Hazrat Maqdum Jehan, who said about his teacher Hazrat Sharafuddin Tuwama
in the book Khawan Pur Nemat in its 6th meeting that “ He was such wise
personality, that which even not found in all over India with his level for this reason.
Nobody did have any suspicion about his knowledge. He used to use silk turban and
silk trouser-string. He wrote such writings that after him no one did not write such
type of writing in this matter. At the time of teaching if he will face a problem, then
he will take out his head turban in the condition of hesitation and then he will hang
turban on his shoulder. And take it in his hands and will think about this matter, then
he will find the solution to the problem and leave it from his hands then he will
explain the problem.
In the books of biographies it is written that in addition to knowledge of Islamic
law and the mystic way he also knows the knowledge of chemistry, illusion, magic,
and he was perfect in the other knowledge. In other words, he was not only a learned
person of Islamic religion and a Sufi person, but he was also an expert scientist of
his time. He was a well-known poet and in his verse comprising couplets of Islamic
law which is very well known and famous as ‘Ba-Nam Haq’s one couplet which is
very famous and well known and its translation and interpretation is as follows.
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On the first day, oh person there will be asked

About first about the prayers upon your death
In Sonargaon he has established one Islamic school there. And in which there was
continued education and instruction for a period of a long time. He died in the year
701 Hegira in Sonargaon. His grave is situated in Songaraon in Modan Pada on the
open platform. And which is famous even today for the fulfillment of desires and
wishes of the persons who visit his grave.
Marriage: Maqdum Jehan Shaikh
Sharfuddin Ahmed Yahiah Munir when he was in Sonargaon then he was affected
by one disease. And its cure was prescribed
by the physician of that place as intercourse. And which is also mentioned in the
book Manaqab Asfia and in some other books of biographies. So for this reason by
force, he has followed it as medicine in this matter. His dear teacher Hazrat
Sharafuddin Abu Tuwama who helped by marrying his daughter Bibi Bahudam with
him in this matter. As per the tradition of the author of the book Manaqab Asfia that
he did not marry and was for the kept maid as temporary basis to free away from the
disease from him. For the settlement of the problem of keeping of the slave girl and
to marriage’s Hazrat Tayyeb Abdali who wrote in his book Al-Sharaf and solved this
problem with much ability and efficient way in this matter that he was married in
this matter and not keep slave girl on a temporary basis. With word slave girl there
was a misunderstanding in this matter and which was clarified in this way.In the
gentle and respectable families at the time of departure of the bride from her house,
it is said by those parents of the bride that “ Miya (Mr.) this is your Kaniz (slave
girl).” There is a general tradition in the families that for married girls it is said as
Kaniz (slave girl).
Children: From the body of the Bibi Bahudam daughter Hazrat Sharafuddin Abu
Tuwama one son Maqdum Zaki and two daughters Bibi Zahra and Bibi Fatima were
born as per reference from book Anwar Velayat by Syed Abdul Quader Islampuri
and booK Asar Munir by Murad Allah Muniri and also the same details which
are same mentioned in the same lineage of genealogy details of the family. But in
the book Gulfirdous, Hazrat Aimin Ahmed ,who has mentioned only Maqdum
Zakiuddin. And he did not mention the names of Bibi Zahra and Fatima. It's possible
that Hazrat Shah Amin is the son of Hazrat Maqdum Zakiuddin. And who has no
lineage link with Bibi Zahra and Fatima. So for this reason, in the book Gulfirdous
he was of mentioning of his great ancestor only.
In Sonargaon: In Sonargaon he has much engagement of the
educational endeavours there. So, for this reason, all letters which will be received
from his house and he has no time to read all of them, so for the reason he will use
to keep under the stone. When he was finished endeavours of the obtained the
knowledge, then he began reading the letters. And he read the first letter in which
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there was news of the death of his father Maqdum Yahiah Munari. So, for this
reason, he has started journey arrangements and he has handed over his wife and
daughters to Hazrat Sharafuddin Abu Tuwama and he went toward his native while
taking his son Maqdum Zakiuddin with him in his journey. Upon reaching there he
has handed over his son to his mother then he has calculated about the time passed
away and organized about the present time and began thinking about the future.
The demand of the peer (spiritual master): When Maqdum Jehan was completed the
acquiring of the education, then there was found in the passion of the demand of
the peer with him. Because he knows well that without a teacher nobody could reach
to the destination. So in the book Maktubat Sadi in the 5th letter, it is mentioned as
follows.
“ The beginner after correct repentance among a gathering of the learned person, it
is obligated upon him that he should demand and search of the perfect spiritual in
this matter.”
So he has begun searching for the peer for this reason, but there was a worry for
him about household members and sons. Upon handing over his son to her mother,
he was freed from responsibility. And his wife and his daughters were under the
sponsorship of Hazrat Sharafuddin Abu Tawama. Once he went into the service of
his mother and has told his desire to her that to accept his son in his place and think
that he was dead in this
matter. When my mother saw my firm determination in this matter, then she has
given permission to me and the way opened for me. So while taking my brother
Maqdum Jalil Muniri I have proceeded toward the journey to Delhi. At that time
Delhi was the center of holy and learned person there. Upon reaching there he met
all holy people in Delhi. But he was not selected any learned person. Upon seeing
such a condition prevailing in Delhi suddenly there was said with his tongue that “If
this is Peeri (spiritual guidance) then he is also Peer (spiritual guide) in this matter.”
Then he went into the presence of Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya. And he has
participated in the meeting there and he has also participated in the educational
dialect meeting in the shrine building. His conversation was liked by Hazrat
Nizamuddin Auliya. And he was given him respect and honour and he has given him
a tray of betel-leaf to him and bade him goodbye from there. When he left from
there, then Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya told him that “There is one Samiraq bird, but
it does not belong to our entrap as per our fate.”Maqdum Jehan upon leaving Hazrat
Nizamuddin Auliya he has put some part of the betel-leaf into his mouth and
remaining part he has put on his turban and then he was gone to Panipat. Where
he meets Sharafuddin well known as Bu Ali Qalandar. He said about him that “ He
is Shaikh, but he is in subdued condition and who did not engage in the education of
the others.” Since returning from Panipat his brother Jalaluddin Muniri who has
heard about Khaja Najibuddin Firdousi so he was said about him to his brother, then
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he said that who is the Qutub of Delhi who has to return him from there by giving
betel-leave so now where we should go in this matter.? And upon saying this he was
taken betel-leave from his turban and put into his mouth. And he said to his brother
that what is there happen in this matter so we will go and see him. On this issue,
there was discussion among them and then they went to meet him. There was created
a strange condition of horror into the heart, which was not found before. He said in
his heart that what is the matter that here there is such feeling with him in this matter.
When there was a meeting with the Shaikh then he told that “Burg Dar Dahan Burg
Dar Dastein Ar wa Guftar Ein Ke Mahim Shaikh.” Its translation and
interpretation are that “Leaf in the mouth and leaf in the turban and the style of the
talking like that as also like they are Shaikh. Upon hearing this he was taken out
beetle-leave from his mouth and he was sitting there in respect and in the condition
of horror. After some time he has requested him to make a disciple. Then Shaikh
told him that “ He is waiting and sitting for 12 years for this purpose.” Then he made
him disciple in the chain of Firdousia. Then he brought a permission letter which
was written 12 years ago and was given to him. Hazrat Maqdum was told him that
“Still, he didn't have done his service and did not learn from the way mysticism. So
what you are saying about how he can able to do in this matter.? Then Khaja Saheb
told him that “He has written this permission letter with the approval of the last
prophet Allah. Your education will be done by Miskwat Nabwi so do not worry.”
Then he was teaching about mysticism and he was said him to his goodbye. Then he
said to him that “If you hear something on your way, then do not come back to
here again. Maqdum Jehan left from there and on the way still, he has covered two
destinations and he was heard that Hazrat Najibuddin Firdousi has left the world on
the 6th Shaban in the year 691 Hegira. So, for this reason, there was created doubt
in his heart. But there was the order of the Peer so for this reason he did not come
back again to Delhi and then he has proceeded on his journey toward Muniri.
Wondering the plains: Maqdum Jehan when he has reached after his pledge in Delhi
near Munir in the jungle of Bahia. And one day he has heard the sound of peacock
and one kind of sad condition which was found in his heart upon his becoming
a disciple. And which was increased more upon hearing the sound of the peacock.
So for this reason without controlling him, he followed the way of the jungle from
there.
In the book Manaqab Asfia in which it was recorded as follows.
“Shaikh Sharaf Muniri said that when he has become a disciple of Khaja Najibuddin
Firdousi then there was created one kind of sadness in my heart. And that sadness
which were increased day by day in my heart and in such condition he was reached
to Bahia. Then he puts himself into the jungle of the Bahia,”
There was done too much search for him, but he could not find it there. Shaikh
Jalaluddin was given papers of the caliphate and the advice of the spiritual master
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to her mother and he had explained to her all the details which were happening
during the journey period.
It is said that after 12 years he was seen in the jungle of Rajgir. Then he was lost
in the jungle as such that for many years, nobody could see him and not met him in
that jungle. God knows in such a long period of time what Allah has dealt with him
in the forest area. After a long period of time, some persons have seen him again in
the jungle. When there was spread news in this matter, then ardent persons who went
into the jungle and used to meet him there.
It is said that he spent 30 years in the wandering of the jungle area. And during
this time he was done such worships and as per his saying that “ If the stone will be
there in his place which will be shattered and will become like water in this
matter.”Also, the start of his revelation and miracles was done and commenced in
the jungle area and it was continued up to his stay in the Bihar Sharif.
He was found Maqdum Cholai, who was like a diamond and which he found him
during his wander period in the jungle area. And his details we will mention in the
next pages of this book.
The land of Rajgir in which still there are found signs of the wandering in the
jungle by Maqdum Jehan during his endeavours and mystical exercise there. And
which are becoming memorable things for the visitors to that jungle area and these
signs which are saying by his tongue that due to steps which have given the place as
such of blessing and benediction that for this reason which has become a place of
kissing in this matter. Maqdum’s place of worship which was inside of the cave at
the place of cleanliness there was found a hot water stream that was provided to him
by the source of nature there. And still, it is a famous and well-known worship place
of Maqdum and Maqdum Kund. And which due to importance has become a place
of attraction for the visitors.
It is said that there was a world of his experience and endeavours which belongs
to Maqdum and which was sacrificed on his foot during his wandering the jungle
area. After that, with the help of these signs in the jungle area Maqdum has started
the work of preaching and advice and which he has established such a garden that
from that place still in the present time there is found the fragrance of the scent at
that place. And which provide relief to the hearts of uneasy persons there in the
jungle area.
Mystical exercise: The learned persons are agreed in this matter that endeavours and
mystical exercise are which is the beginning of the mystical way and which is
compulsory in this matter. And without passing from it there is no exemption in this
matter.
For the deficiency of sensuality and manners of the sensuality, it is required to have
the burden of mystical exercise and which was the method of the practice of the holy
persons who were passing away from the world. Maqdum Jehan after becoming
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disciple then he was entering the above phase of the mystical way in this matter for
this reason. So, for this reason, he was engaged in these hardships for a period of 30
years in the jungle of the Rajgir and Bahia area.
It is said that somebody has seen him that he was standing in the jungle while
putting his hand on the tree in the condition of surprise. The ants came and going in
his throat. But he did not have any information on this matter. In the book, Wasil
Sharaf on page number 23 Hazrat Sufi Muniri wrote as follows.
“ This Fakir the writer of this book has heard by many holy persons that it was not
known for how long the period he has spent in such conditions in the jungle area.
This event which was happening in the Bahia jungle. In this place his Chilla
(Chilla (Persian: ‫چله‬, Arabic: ‫أربعين‬, both literally "forty") is a spiritual practice of
penance and solitude in Sufism known mostly in Indian and Persian traditions. ...
The fan chilla is derived from the Persian word chehel "forty". Chilla is commonly
performed in a solitary cell called a chilla-khana.) place which is a place for visitors.
At that time Land Lord of Jagdishpur was passed from that jungle area. And when
he had seen him and thinks that he is a dead person. But when he had put his hand
on his nose, then he was able to know that he is still living there. And he has brought
him to him a house on the bed and applied oil his holy body. With the help and food
and medicine he was doing his service very much. When there was the recovery of
his health then he wants to leave from his house so he has asked him to stay at his
house. And he has told him that “ I and all house men and women are his servants
and slaves in his service. But he was not ready to stay there, then by force-ably and
he was agreed in this matter. So, for this reason, he was accompanied by him to send
him to his destination. In Monis Qulboob volume 12 on page number 193, it is
mentioned that “ I have heard from Maqdum Nousta Touhid that he was heard by
Maqdum Shaikh Muzafar who said that “ One day he was asked Maqdum Jehan that
whether you have not eaten food for a period of 40 years.”? And he has said that “
Do not say that he did not eat. But during this time he did not eat grains, but
sometimes he used to eat fruits of any tree and leaves and grass.”
In near the Maqdum Jehan where there is the available stone in which there was
found the hole and in which the deers used to come there and fill it by their milk.It
means deers used to come there and put their nipples so for this reason there will
befall of the milk into the stone hole from the nipple of the deers. This sincere person
of his shrine was asked whether he used to drink the milk. Then he said that “Yes.”
In the book Manaqab Asfia on page 136, it is mentioned that one time Qazi Zahid
who was learned person as well as he was mystic initiate and who has asked him
that, “ Maqdum we have heard that you have not eaten food for a period of 30 years.
And there was no requirement for the passing of your urine and stool in this matter.
And what were the results of these mystical exercises.”? He said that “ He did not
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eat food for a period of 30 years, but at the time of need he used to eat something
from the jungles. So, for this reason, there was stopped stool and urine in this matter.
And after a long period of time, there was the discharge of sperm and there was very
much cold and so I went near the bank of the water. And there came thought to
perform dry ablution and to perform the prayer. Then there came the thought of the
soul and which want to take refuge in the Islamic law. And immediately jumped in
the water and was become unconscious there. When the sun was rising, then it was
become wake up and on that day morning prayer has lapsed for this reason. Then he
said “Zahid whatever mystical exercise and endeavor which did by Sharafuddin but
there were such condition that if in his place there was found mountain, then it would
be shattered and will become water for this reason in this matter. But there was no
effect on Sharfauddin.”
The fondness of the ecstasy: In the book Monis Quloob volume 12 in which it is
mentioned that Hazrat Maqdum Shaikh Hussain, who said that “One day Qazi Zahid
has asked with Maqdum that when hid he had a fondness with him and so inform its
details. Then Maqdum said that “ He had a fondness with him two times. First at that
time when he was wearing clothes and when he was jumped into the water. And the
second time when he was wandering the jungle and one day he has seen one
Shepperd who was grazing his cows there. And there were calves were there with
him. At that place there were houses were also there. Among those calves, I have
like one of them and was watching for the calf. And the Shepperd, who was sleeping
under the tree and at that time, many Hindu women from that village came there to
collect cow dung. And among them, there was one magician woman who has done
damage to the calf and went away from there. So for this calf was fallen on the earth
and who was in the restless condition. When Shepperd was wake up, then by that
time all village women left from there. And I was standing there. So he caught and
told me that “You have damaged to the calf and he was struck with me with his staff
and he wanted to strike me again. Then I have told him that “ Why he is striking
me.”Then he told me that “You have beaten my calf.” Then I have told him that “If
your calf will become good, then you will not cause suffering to me.” He told that
“Yes.” Then at that time, I have faced two problems that if I will be silent then there
will be no freedom from Shepperd and if said something then there will be known
secret of that woman. So with some excuse, I went to see that woman and by
wisdom, I told her that try something so that calf will become well so that your secret
act will be not known, and then I will be free, otherwise you will be involved in the
problem for this reason. And upon hearing this that woman applied magic on the calf
so for this reason calf was becoming better. And my case in this matter is that upon
hitting of the shepperd on me, I found some kind of fondness and taste. In
Monis Quloob, in the meeting number 55, it is mentioned that Hazrat Shaikh
Maqdum Muzafar has asked one time that in the beginning time “Whether he has a
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fondness in the endeavour.” So he has said that “When he was on the mountain in
Rajgir and in the uncontrolled condition, I went to search for the lawful thing there.
Then I have seen that at the edge of the mountain one person who was
eating the food there. And his employees who moving double fan made of peacock
feathers. I went near to him. And said to him that the divine help or guidance is a
great thing. That person told me to come to have food with him. So I went there and
began eating some morsels as per my requirement. When his persons have seen my
such condition they come there have scolded Khaja that he is not ashamed to eat
food with such a person like me. And with this conversation, I have got much
happiness in this matter. So for this reason, in happiness, I went up on the mountain
and I was due to happiness lived on the mountain in the condition of ecstasy there.
Miracles and revelation: There were happened miracles and supernatural habits by
the holy persons. But sometimes it happened that due to miracles and supernatural
habits which was helped guidance work and advice and for preaching and
propagation of the Islamic religion. But sometimes they have shown miracles by
intention, for the need and purpose. But almost they used to avoid miracles and
revelation as well as supernatural habits. Because in this matter there will be a look
which will befall on the miracle instead of the person of the miracle. This will be
like idols and coquetry in the look of the mystic person of Allah. So as per the writing
of the book Maktubat Sadi as per letter-number ten in which it is added saying of the
Shaikhs and about which Maqdum has said are as follows.
There are idols in the world which are endeavours of miracles
And if miracles are real then it is good otherwise it is regret.And then I have asked
with Jogi (Hindu ascetics) what Sudha is called then he said that Sudha is a term
among Hindu ascetics and its meaning is a perfect holy person. He said further that
if he will say this jungle to become converted into gold, then it will convert into gold
at once. When Maqdum has said these words, then the entire jungle was converted
into gold immediately. Then he made an indication toward the jungle and he said
that you live in condition and I am making conversation. The above miracle which
was happened by Maqdum without his intention from the side of Allah. And before
Jogi, it was known the reality of Islamic religion.
In the book Manaqab Asfia on page number 139, it is mentioned as follows.
One Jogi who was reached to position and was a person of magnificence and who
was met some of the disciples of Maqdum Jehan. In their hearts there came to think
Allah has given such beauty to an infidel person. And Jogi who has
done endeavours of the innermost so he was able to know their thoughts on this
matter. And then he said to them that they should not think like that. And he asked
them is there any teacher (Guru) they have with them. Some disciples who were
among them said that “Yes”, there is our teacher. And they mentioned the name of
the Maqdum Jehan. And they praise him in this matter. And by way of inquiry, he
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has asked whether he will come to see him there.? And those people have told him
that he is a holy person and he will not go see anybody, whether any person who
may be whatever then he will come to see him in this matter. Upon this Guru told
them that to take him in his service. So the persons have taken him in the presence
of Maqdum. When he has looked at the Magdum then he was running away from
his backside immediately. And the persons have asked him why he is running away
from there so he told that he was merged in the shape of Kartar (attached with
attributes of the reality) and he has no power to go before him. And if he will go
before him, then he will burn and die there. The person has told the story of the
Hindu ascetic with Maqdum then he was smiling and told them that ask him to come
before me now this time he can able to see me. Then he came in his presence, and
he said that now I can see him. And he was sitting in his company for a longer time
than he said to him that advice me and preach about Islamic religion so that he can
become a Muslim person at his hands. He has kept him in his company for three
days then he has departed him from there.
Somebody was asked with Maqdum why he has asked him to go from for some
period of his company then he told him that “ He was doing the work in complete
shape, but becoming rusty which is the veil of infidelity which was finished by his
company for short, period of time so he has departed him from here for this reason.
This matter was correct that Maqdum who was taken work for him and with much,
ability, he made hidden his miracles in this matter.
So how will hide the sun behind the hanging screen
And the eyes of reality which will be found everything
“ Why there are endeavours.”? One day Hazrat Mazhar Balqi was asked with
Maqdum Jehan that “Darwesh persons first introduce Islamic to infidel persons and
at the same time they will help the infidels to reach to Allah. And the present time
there will be done endeavours by the disciples.” He was told that “In those days
infidel persons who will accept Islam and they will have the complete ability with
them. But during this time disciples do not have the ability with them so, for this
reason, the Peer who will give them order for the doing endeavours in this matter as
per book Manaqab Asfia on page number 141.
Stay in Bihar: When Hazrat Maqdum Jehan was staying in the jungle of Rajgir then
at that time caliph of Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya, Nizam Moula and some other
persons who were also staying in Bihar at that time. When he was able to know that
Hazrat Maqdum Jehan is in Rajgir jungle and he is visiting the people in the forest
area. So, for this reason, Hazrat Nizam Moula along with his friends who used to go
in the jungle and search and visit him there in the forest areas. When he has seen
their true demand, then he told him that “You are coming to see by covering a long
distance of the journey. There is the fear of the wild beast and other dangerous
animals there in the jungle area. And which seemed to him not good. So you all live
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in the city. I will come on Friday in the city and will meet all of you there.” Moulana
Nizam and his friends who have accepted his suggestion in this
matter. Maqdum who used to be present in the City Jama (central) mosque and then
he will meet the people there. Hazrat Maqdum who will spend some time
with Moulana Nizam and his friends and then he will return back to the jungle area.
And for a long period of time, this schedule was continued. The people were
decided someplace for a stay of Hazrat Maqdum. So, for this reason, they have built
two huts outside of the city and now in its place, there is found his respectable shrine
building. Hazrat Maqdum after Friday prayer he used to come in that hut. After some
days Hazrat Nizam Moula who has taken permission from the governor of Bihar,
Majd Malk and with his money he has converted two huts into a perfect house there.
And with Hazrat Maqdum Jehan, then it was requested by him to sit on the carpet
there. By paying regard to friends who have forced him, then he was sitting on the
carpet. Then he was seen toward Hazrat Nizam Moula and other persons and he said
that “ Friends your meetings which brought me to such limit that which was taken
him to this idol worship place.” For a long time, he has stayed in that house and till
there was strength in his foot he used to go outside for one month or two
months period outside from there. When there was no more strength in his foot, then
he has stayed in the house.
The Sultan Mohammed Tughlaq of Delhi kingdom when he was able to know that
Hazrat Sharafuddin upon spending a longer period of the time in the jungle area and
after keeping away from the mankind now he is staying Bihar and now he is meeting
with the people there. So for this reason he was given the order to the governor of
Bihar to construct for him shrine building and for meeting the expenses of the shrine,
Rajgiri village should be given. And he has sent one Bulgarian prayer carpet to him
so that he can arrange to send it in the service of Hazrat Sharafuddin. And if Maqdum
did not accept it then there should be done force in this matter so that he can accept
it from his side. The governor of Bihar went into his service and he has requested
him with much entreaty to accept the royal present. And he said that what is position
of him that he should act as per the order of the Sultan of Delhi Mohammed Tuglah.
But your honour if you did not accept it then it is not known what treatment which
he will be done with me in this matter. Maqdum was accepted royal gift of the prayer
carpet for this reason that what there will be the punishment which should be made
to the Governor of Bihar. But during the rule of the Sultan Feroz Shah of Delhi, he
was migrated from Rajgir and he was personally going to Delhi and he has returned
back order of the endowment document of Rajgir village to him and he was engaged
in the worship of Allah in Bihar on the faith of Allah then he was engaged in the
work of the righteous work and advice with full attention.
During the stay in Bihar, the people have seen his thousand shapes of him there.
His attributes are as follows.
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The dignity of the content, pay regard to thought, overlooking, indigence and
sincerity, trust in Allah, heart-touching style of righteous work and advice, and what
other things which the people of seen in him. He has got favour and he was
given favour to others. Till such that after passing of time of 800 years, he is famous
even today for the fulfillment of desires and wishes of the persons who visit his
grave. It is hoped that if there will be willing of Allah then there will be
available favour in the future time.
Oh Sharaf be safe your silt by the grace of Allah
The dignity of the content: Before it was written that when Nizam Moula and his
friends and who have requested with Hazrat Maqdum Jehan to sit on the prayer
carpet, then he addressed to them that “ Friends who have forced him, then he was
sitting on the prayer carpet. Then he was seen towards Hazrat Nizam Moula and
other persons and he said that “ Friends your meetings which brought me to such
limit that which was taken him to this idol worship place.” Maqdum’s saying is this
is proof that he was from vanity and as well free from necessaries and overlooking
and from all of it.
In the books of biographies it is written that Shaikh Hameeduddin has love and
affection with him. And one time he came in the midnight time. And that time it was
a moonlit night. And Hazrat came outside. And he was sitting in the courtyard. After
some time he was told that this platform should be increased. And the courtyard
should be seen as clean. Shaikh was standing and he said that “ I was able to know
that in the midnight time it finds difficulty about performing affairs of the religion.
And for its solution, he comes there. It is said that to increase the size of the platform.
This is not saying that to destroy the idol worship place and take out all of its bricks
and make it ruin. In the book Manqab Asfia it is written that once learned persons
who have shown him his desire and wishes when there was a turn of Maqdum come
then he said that which is as follows.
My name which should be left in this and another world.
To be kept from hiding his condition and mere show, which is the best contented
lovely style of paradise in this matter. And which was followed by Maqdum Jehan
with a great level and higher standard. So Allah, may shower uncountable graces
upon him.
Pay regard to thinking: In the book Manqab Asfia it is written that in a
supererogatory fasting condition if anybody will bring some food and request him
to eat at the near breaking time of fast, then he used to eat that food soon and he used
to say that there is a lapse of the superogatory fasting. But there is no lapse of the
breaking of the heart.
Overlooking: In the Manaqab Asifa it is mentioned that one person who has to lead
the prayer, then after that the person has informed the Hazrat that the person is a
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wine drinker. And he told them he did not drink always. The persons told him that
he drinks wine always but he did not drink in the month of Ramdhan.
Indigence and trust in Allah: In the book Monas Qalabi in which there was recorded
that for leaving from Rajgir he has come to see Sultan Feroz Shah in Delhi and on
the way he was met Qazi Sharafuddin. And who asked him “Where you are going.”?
Then he said to him that “He is going for one requirement.” Then Qazi has asked
him “For what purpose.” So he told that “There came to think paying in mind to
leave from Rajgir so for this reason he is going to Delhi to see a Sultan Feroz Shah
and return back documents of the endowment of Rajgir.” Then Qazi Sharafuddin
told him that “ If you leave Rajgir then you are Junaid of our time,” then he said that
“If he will leave one village then he will become Junaid then what other need he
required.” In short when he was reached near the sultan then at that time royal
courtiers who said that “See his greediness that Sheikh was not satisfied and content
for Rajgir village. Then he was entered in the court of the Sultan Feroz Shah of
Delhi. Then Sultan said to him that if Sheikh will ask for the entire province of the
Bihar then he will give him.” So, for this reason, all were regretted in this matter.
When he reached to the gate of the court then Sultan has welcomed him and with
much respect and honour he was taking him inside of the royal court. He said to him
that “ He came there with some need and you promise that you will consider it, then
he will say to him in this matter. The Sultan was promised that he will consider his
request by his heart. And after this, he was taken out the document of Rajgir from
his sleeve and which was given into the hands of the Sultan. And he has said that for
the sake of Allah take it back. And which is no need of him. The Sultan and all his
courtiers who were surprised in this matter. For the reason that Sultan was promised
in this matter so he did not say anything to him. Then he has requested with him that
as Maqdum has done such so he should take cash from his side for expenses. The
Sultan has presented his money to him, then he has accepted money from the Sultan.
But after leaving the royal gate, he has distributed all money and cleared his hands
and went away from there.In the book Monis Qulub it is also written that Hazrat
Syed Kabir who was the paternal grandson of Hazrat Jalaluddin Bukhari. Sheikh
Ahmed Bin Balaqi who said that Hazrat Maqdum has sent one pair of slippers to
Hazrat Mir Jalaluddin Bukhari. And who sent to him one turban.The disciples of the
Hazrat Jalaluddin Bukhari have asked to him what was there a requirement in this
matter.? He said that “He has sent to him sleepers in it there is meaning this he is the
dust of his foot.” So, for this reason, we have seen that he has done favour and
humility as well as sincerity. So we have sent a turban for him. And its meaning is
that you are the crown of our head. Hazrat Syed Kabir who was said that there was
such attachment of the heart in between two of them. As the language of the bird
which will be known by the birds only.
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One event which is recorded in the biography, books that “ One day his relatives
who were arriving at his house to visit. So, for this reason, his mother has cooked
for them bread and hen. When Maqdum was seen smoking in the kitchen, then he
was told his servant Hazrat Chulhai that “ Have you provide the daily item to his
Mamu (mother) and he was told him that yes he was brought. Then he told him that
why there is smoke in the kitchen there.” Shaikh Chulhai has explained to him details
in this matter. Then he was going to see his mother and he told him that “ Him by
putting one condition with you by making black colour on the face but why you are
doing like this.? When Bibi Sahiba has heard his conversation and then she has given
uncooked hen, bread and flour to the relatives and she has told them that they should
cook the food at some other place and eat the food there.
Who is the courageous person of Allah.? In the book Manaq Asfia on page number
137, it is mentioned that one time Qazi Zahed asked Maqdum that you used to praise
pious persons very much so who are great pious persons in India and give their
details in this matter. He said that mad person is in Pani Pat. Qazi told him that there
are so many pious persons in India what is the specialization of Bu Ali Qalandar.
Then he told him that “ Zahid you asked about the pious person of Allah and not
saint person.”
The above said to Qazi Zahid who was asking him that “ Maqdum you were going
to Delhi so how you have found Delhi.? He said to him that “ Zahid if you asked
about Delhi more than there are found more worshipers and mystic persons and
more people of the sitters who are on the prayer mats as well as many persons of
miracles, but the thing which I search which he also search by that person it means
a mad person in Pani Pat.
Aaz Ka Kavi and Ahmed Bihari: It is reported that Ahmed Bihari and Aaz Ka Kavi,
who were holy persons of the category of the Majzub (one lost in divine meditation)
type. And who used to be present in the service of Hazrat Sharafuddin usually and
if he will ask with him about the special unity of God. In the condition of madness,
they used to say matters openly which did not have the power of mankind to listen
to such matters to them. Shaikh Aaz Ka Kavi, who used to live in one village which
was far from Bihar Province. If they do not have time to come in the service of
Shaikh Sharafudin and if they find problems about the special unity of God and
occurrence of the love and affection, then he used to write letters to him and ask him
a solution in this matter. Hazrat used to send him replies by post. And those letters
were collected in the book Kalmat Shaikh Sharafuddin Ajuba Kakuya.
These two holy persons who went to Delhi during the rule Sultan Feroz Shah and
they spoke there about the special unity of God openly and blasphemous way.
Some persons about their phrases have filed complaints in this matter. And they
have gathered all leaned persons and all have given a mutual opinion to kill both of
them and both were killed for this reason. When Maqdum Jehan was able to know
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in this matter, then he has said that “Like Delhi city, a center of learned persons,
pious persons, as well as persons of excellence and where like Sultan Feroz Shah
ruling in Delhi and who was a devotee of holy persons and nobody, did not do even
such work to leave them on the presumption that they are mad persons and allow
freedom from the punishment in this matter. Then he
said that “ If there will befall of the blood of the holy persons in the city, then it is
strange that the city will continue to habituate.” So it has happened like his saying.
Then there were happened clashed between prince and Vazir (minister). After that,
the Mughal army attacked Delhi City and was destroyed the city totally and do away
with cause the destruction. Then there was not remain any law and order in the city.
And a large number of the people who were killed in that demolish.
Due to killing of Azka Kavi and Ahmed Bihari’s the sadness of Hazrat Maqdum
Jehan and his statement about Delhi that “It is strange that the city will continue to
habituate” and which have been reported to the Sultan of Delhi by the royal
intelligence staff. So the king was gathered, learned and pious persons. And Sultan
has been told to them that “As per your opinion given by you all persons I have killed
Azka Kavi and Ahmed Bihari in this matter. Shaikh Sharfuddin why he was saying
like this.” So all persons by agreeing mutually with one tone they said to the Sultan
that “You call and ask with him the reason in this matter.” As per suggestion given
by them, Sultan has called Maqdum Jehan in the royal court. By that time the servant
of Hazrat Syed Jalaluddin Bukhari came over there and who was given benedictions
to the Sultan of Delhi. The sultan asked the servant what is the reason that after a
long time Maqdum was remembered him.? Then the servant told him that letters
which were written by Maqdum Sharafuddin which were received by him so for this
reason he has adopted loneliness to read those letters there. For some period of time,
nobody could meet with him for this reason. And for this reason, there was a delay
in this matter. The Sultan was regretted sending his order to Hazrat Maqdum
Sharafuddin to be present in his court for hearing his reply. Then Sultan has sent
another order that first order should be treated as canceled that to call such holy
person from his place of sitting. When the order of Sultan for his presence in the
court of Sultan which was reached in the hands of Hazrat Maqdum then he has said
that “This order was canceled due to the sake of Hazrat Syed Jalaluddin and another
order is coming on the way.”
Rightous work and advice :Righteous work and advice is the practice of the holy
persons. But there are fewer who are available and who has the sweet style of the
effect and attractive kind of speaking on this matter. So for this reason, even after
many centuries in the world the effect in this matter which is still found.
Hazrat Maqdum Yahiah Muniri belongs to the persons of great effect and
influence in this matter and who is among them and his spiritual attraction which is
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covering the period on many centuries. His mausoleum in Bihar which is famous
even today for the fulfillment of desires and wishes of the persons who visit is grave.
Hazrat Maqdum who was devised for righteousness and guidance and training and
education of the disciple and there are his three methods as follows.
1. The first method was his meetings of the light in which the people who used to
attend the meetings and in which there will be a discussion on different topics, like
exegesis of the Quran, Hadith, Islamic law, Sufism, the biographical details of the
hoy persons, conditions of the world, autobiography, things concerning other people,
in short, what there is not which will be not discussed in the meetings of the Sheikh
of time Hazrat Maqdum Jehan. The people ask then Maqdum will reply to their
questions in this matter. There will be brightness to think and look. And there will
clearance of the impurity of the heart. So, for this reason, there will be feeling in the
person and he will learn a nice arrangement to return toward God.
2. The second method is writing letters for education and training of the
disciples as well as sending of the replies by Maqdum for the questions which will
be asked by the persons who are living at long distance places. And who could not
come into his service of Maqdum for the reason of their engagements. So they were
in a helpless condition to come in the service of the Maqdum for this reason. Also,
many persons who want re-search of many issues of the knowledge so for this reason
they will send their queries by letters and Hazrat will send them to complete replies
in the satisfaction of the persons.
3. The third method : Hazrat Maqdum was writing books and magazines on different
topics. And from which there will be an explanation and description of the subject
in the very interesting and heart touching way in his days as well as at the present
day which help the persons in this matter. These books are light to the persons of the
knowledge as well source of the righteous work and guidance and it will act as the
lamp and which could not be extinguished and it is light of the knowledge
and the guidance on the continuous basis. There will be a lot of mercy, of Allah on
the person who turns on this lamp. Also on the persons who have carried that light
to long-distance areas.
Malfuzat (speeches): As mentioned as above that this first method was his meetings
of the light in which there will be different topics and discussion, answers of the
incidental questions, and in which the people who used to attend the meetings and
in which there will be a discussion on different topics, like exegesis of the Quran,
Hadith, Islamic law, Sufism, the biographical details of the hoy persons, conditions
of the world, autobiography, things concerning other people. At the meeting, there
will be present some persons who have given abundance provision of divine help in
this matter so for this reason they have recorded word by word of Malfuzat
(speeches) which were said by Maqdum in the meetings. So there is
a favour of the Hazrat Zain Bader Arabi, Ashraf, Sheikh Shahabuddin Emad, Salah
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Mukhlis Dawud Khani, on the persons who come after them for this work of
reporting of the meetings of Hazrat Maqdum and for this reason book Malfuzat
Maqdum Jehan which came into existence. So for this reason from the time of
Maqdum till present time those holy persons who have transferred Malfuzat of the
Hazrat Maqdum to the next generations in this matter. They have taken much care
and attention that there should not mix any other things in the sayings of the
Maqdum. So, for this reason, it can be said without any fear and contradiction that
it is real reporting of the meetings of the Maqdum during his period. And there is no
mix-up and free from any other thing and mistake in this matter. And very authentic
as well as in the original shape. While reading these sayings it will be known that
the reader of the book which will feel that he is in the meeting of the Maqdum and
he is hearing each and every word by his hearing there by himself. Due
to the reading of the sayings of the Maqudm, there will find changes in the reader
and such changes can be said as pleasant and pure. Please find the details as follows.
Moulana Karim, who asked what is Hadith.? And he said that “
Wahi (revelation) which will be Jali and as well it will be hidden. And Wahi Jali
which will be sent by the angel Gabriel to the prophet. And the complete holy book
of Quran which was sent to the prophet by the angel Gabriel. And Wahi Khafi
(hidden) which will be sent to the prophet without a source of the angel Gabriel. It
means it will be sent directly. As per the saying of the prophet this kind is called
Hadith. (As per book Qan Purnamat volume six).
There are two kinds of knowledge. By endeavouring and without endeavours and
chest by the chest. And after this, he said that without saying by tongue the people
have the conversation. Chest by chest, which is not known about the tongue. As per
the saying of the prophet who said in favour of Hazrat Abu Baker Siddiq that
whatever knowledge which Allah has put into the chest, which I have also put into
the chest of Abu Baker Siddiq. This is the method of the chest by the chest. And in
between, there was no tongue there in this matter. But in this matter, there is required,
such disciple who will be like Hazrat Abu Baker Siddiq R.A. (Maq Mani 16
volume).
It is said that there are 12 books of Malfuzat (speeches) of Maqudm Jehan. And
most of them have been published. Some are handwritten books are there. And which
are safe and secure in the libraries and shrines of Bihar and the names are as follows.
1.Asabab Najat Fariqat Asa. 2. Bazar Mania (Tuhfa Gaibi Fawid Gaibi.
3. Qawn Purnamat 4. Rahat Quloob 5.Kanaz Mani. 6. Ganj Layafni 7.Maq mani
8.Maratal Muqiqin 9. Madan Mani 10.Maz Mani 11.Maluz Safar 12.Munis Murdin.
Letters: Hazrat Maqdum’s one great achievement is his letters. The letters are half a
meeting. In which there will be a conversation on one side. And on the other side,
there will remain silent. It is a source of frank expression of the thinking which,
when one can express his thinking to others. Hazrat Maqdum has written a large
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number of his letters to disciples, friends, and relatives. There are thanks to
Allah the favours of the holy persons that to us have reached their books of letters
of Hazrat Maqdum on this matter. And the details are as follows.
1.Maktubat Sadi : These letters have been by Maqdum in the name of the ruler of
Chousa Qazi Shamsuddin. The reason for writing these letters is that Qazi Saheb
who was his disciple. Due to the administration of his area, he could not get time to
come in the service of Maqdum Jehan so for this reason his teaching was done by
Maqdum by the source of letters to him in this matter. In the letters, it is mentioned
about the correction of faith, correction of manners and teaching to keep away from
greed and hypocrisy, the difference of felicity and misfortune. Also, there is light on
other topics. In this book, there is a collection of 100 letters that are added to it. And
which was compiled by Zain Bader Arabi and its Urdu translation is also available.
And remaining letters are collected by Mohammed Bin Eisa Balaqi Almad Auba
Ashraf Bin Rukan. And Hazrat’s some disciples who due to lack of the sources or
engagement of the worldly matters who could not present into his service. And for
these reasons who were helpless to come into service of the Maqdum so they write
their problems and difficulties on the way mysticism by letters and get the solution
of the problem by replies through letters in this matter.
2. Maktubat Do Sadi : The collection of these replied letters has given name
as Maktubat Do Sadi and there is the translation of this book is available in the Urdu
language.
3. Maktubat Bast and Hasth : In this book of the letters written to
Moulana Muzar Balqi and in this book there are added 28 letters written by Hazrat
Maqdum. Hazrat Maqdum was written to Moulana 200 letters and but he wants to
hide those letters from the general persons. At the time of his death, he was advised
to bury all 200 letters in his grave. By chance out of 200 letters, 28 letters were not
buried in his grave and which were added to the above book.
Books: In addition to his books of speeches (Malfuzat) and letters Hazrat Maqdum
has left behind 14 permanent books and the names are as follows.
1.Ajuba Asula Khurd 2.Ajuba Asula Kalan 3.Irshad Sharfi. 4.Irshad Salikin 5.Irshad
Talibin 6. Aurad Khurd 7.Resala Hidayat Dar Hal 8.Resla Zikar Fawaid Aon 9.Resla
Makkia 10.Resla Wasul Illah. 11. Sharah Adab Muridin 12.Aquid Sharfi 13. Fawaid
Muridin 14.Fawaid Rukni.
Among the above books and magazines and each and every book is very important
in its place and its own prestige. There is wide of the topic as well as deepness of the
details and language is easy to understand as well as fleeting and also attractive and
style of explanation is such that so which has converted into shape and colour as
such that so there will be given light to thinking and look as well to mind in this
matter. So it transfers into the heart easily its meaning and explanation. The
following details are as follows.
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Whatever which was said by some persons from it there will appear that the
beginning of the Sufism is from knowledge. And its action is average and its end is
munificence. The open reply in this matter is that as per the saying of the other
persons who said that Sufism’s beginning is knowledge and its average action is and
its end is munificence (bestowal of Allah). It means this group which will acquire
knowledge of Islamic law for the sake of Allah. Then for the sake of Allah, it was
acted upon it. And after that at the last, he will become eligible worthy of the
salvation for the nearness of the reality. The nearness of the reality is from the
attribute, and not from the place. (From book Adab Murideen).
“ Oh, brother, it is known to you that from the first day of the birth till the last
time of the death to be remaining free from the sins and this is the work of the angels.
To involve in the sins from the first to last time this is the work of Satan. To involve
sin and have repented upon it is a work of the Adam and his sons. Oh, brother man
is not apprehended in the sin, but he will be apprehended upon leaving for the
repentance and not for the sins. If the man will involve in the sin and at the same
time he was repenting in this matter, then there is consensus that there is apprehend
for him. (As per the book Fawid Rukni Fawid Suwam)
Details of the lucky persons of the Hazrat Maqdum: In the book Maqat Asfia, the
Shaikh of Islam Shaikh Hussain Moiz Shams Balqi and who said that there were
disciples more than 100,000 of the Shaikh of the world. And among them 40 persons
who were persons of the realization. And among them, 3 were perfect, pious persons
as follows.
1.Shaikh Muzafar 2.Malikzada Fazal Allah 3.Moulana Darun Hisari. And among the
above three persons blaze of love which was reached to Shaikh Muzafar and its
smoke which was reached to the other two persons. Some persons who were
reporting this saying that there were 300 persons who were realized reality.
Great caliphs: The holy persons have done endeavours for the work of righteous
work and guidance and they have done all possible try by them in this matter. They
have organized meetings and by writing books as well by traveling to long-distance
places. At the place where they could not visit them, they have sent their able
disciples by giving them specially the education and training and for them, they were
given them caliphate and authority on his behalf and in his place and they have sent
his caliphs for this reason. In short, for the progress of the work of the righteous and
guidance they did which is required there on this matter.
Maqdum Jehan by following the holy persons he was trying hard for the progress
of the work of righteousness and guidance. He was doing whatever there is required
possible for him for the progress of the work of righteousness and guidance. And for
this aim, they have given caliphate and permission to their able disciple in this
matter. There are many of his disciples who are there, but some of them are
mentioned as follows.
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1.Moulana Muzafar Balqi 2.Moulana Amu 3.Maqdum Shah Shoeb 4.Syed

Aleemuddin Gesu Daraz 5.Danismand Neshapuri 6. Shamsuddin Khizer
Badayuni 7.Moulana Naseeruddin Sunami and all the above who have acquired
fame and great well-known persons. The favour of Maqdum Jehan which is found
even today by the source of Moulana Zafar Balqi.
Death : Hazrat Maqdum Jehan Shaikh Sharafuddin Yahiah Muniri was died on
Wednesday on the 5th Shawwal in the year 782 Heigri by spending day time he has
left the world in between Maghrib and Eihsa prayer time toward the heavenly abode.
On the 6th Shawwal, his funeral prayer was performed by individual persons as per
the Sunnah (practice ) of the last prophet of Allah. And he was buried in Badi Dargah
in Bihar Sharif. His special servant Hazrat Zain Bader Arabi who has written the
report of 16 hours of his death in detail. And this book is printed with name
of Wafatnama Maqdum Malak. Upon reading this book the complete funeral scene
of the Hazrat Maqdum which will come before the eyes of the reader.
In the Malfuzat (speeches ) book of Hazrat Maqdum Ashraf Jehangir Latif
Ashrafi, it is written that Hazrat Maqdum’s funeral prayer was performed by
Hazrat Maqeum Ashraf Jehangir Samnani.But the people who were attached to
Hazrat Maqdum even did not mention it by indication also. Hazrat Zain Bader Arabi,
who was written all details of the event, but he did not mention the above details in
this matter. Also, when Hazrat died then at that time Hazrat Maqdum Ashraf
Jehangir Samnani who was traveling at some other place. So the correct matter is
that his funeral prayer was performed by individual persons.
The Urs (annual death anniversary )
The Urs ceremony every year, which is celebrated on 5th to 8th Shawwal in the
shrine building of the Bihar Sharif on the grand scale. And visitors who come there
to attend the ceremony from far and near places for the fulfillment of the desires and
wishes.
Hazrat Syed Shah Farzand Sufi Ali Muniri who wrote one stanza about Hazrat
Maqdum in which there will detail of his date of birth and death as well his age and
which is as follows.

Hazrat Maqdum Jehan Shaikh Sharafuddin Yahiah Muniri

This is a stanza of the Shah's birth and death

The holy Shah, who was born in 661 Hegira
The saddest year of the demise is 782 Hegira
The age of Shah Maqdum in total is 121 years
May Allah shower blessing and agree with him
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By
Hafeez Anwar
Email hafeezanwar@yahoo.com

15.Hazrat Shamsuddin Balqhi

Name: Shamsuddin
Native place: Balaq
Lineage and genealogical record: Hazrat Sufi Muniri who was writing the details of
lineage and genealogical link as follows in his book Wasila Sharaf Zariah Doulat.
“Syed Shamsuddin Balaqi Ibn Syed Ibn Syed Hameeduddin Ibn Syed Sirjauddin
Ibn Syed Buzrug Ibn Syed Mahmood Ibn Sultan Ibrahim Ibn Syed Adham Ibn Syed
Sulaiman Ibn Syed Nasiruddin Ibn Mohammed Ibn Ayqub Ibn Ahmed Ibn Ishaq Ibn
Mohammed Ibn Zaid Ibn Mohammed Ibn Qasim Ibn Imam Zainal Abideen Ibn
Imam Hussain Ibn Martyr of Karbala Ibn Shah Mardan Ali Murtaza.”
Family background: In the books of biographies it is written that Shah, Adam bin
Sulaiman, who was Arif (mystic) and darwesh person. And his marriage, which took
place with the daughter of the Sultan Ibrahim Bin Nasir Faruqi and from her body
Sultan Adam was born. There were no male sons to Sultan Ibrahim Nasiruddin. So,
for this reason, Sultan Adam, who was become a successor after his maternal
grandfather. And who. After some time left the kingdom of Balaq and he was
adopted mystic way. Among his sons, till Sultan Mazhar Shams Balqi and Moiz
Shams Balqi, his kingdom was continued. At last, they have also left over the
kingdom of Balaq by following their ancestors. And they went on the way of Allah
for this reason.
Condition : Hazrat Shamsuddin Balqi who bear the burden of the Balaq kingdom for
a long period of time. When there was the demand of the Allah was created in his
heart, then he left over the kingdom in the hands of his elder son Mazhar Shams and
he was going for a journey to Delhi. As per the book Manaqab Asfia, the details are
as follows.
The date of birth, as well as the date of death of Shaikh Shams Uddin, is not found
anywhere. But he belongs to the holy person of the 7th and 8th centuries. Because
he came to Bihar upon hearing the name and fame of Hazrat Maqdum Syed Ahmed
Charm Posh and his date of birth is 657 Hegira and who, after education, he has got
devotion and he has received a caliphate. Who spent a large period of time in Tibet
in the teaching and preaching mission work in Tibet area. It is supposed that he was
arrived in Bihar in and around in approximately in the year 730 Hegira. And he was
settled down in the locality of Anbir. At that time his two sons Shaikh Muzafar and
Shaikh Moizuddin and to whom he was, left behind him. So for the reason they by
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following his father who came to Bihar. And from this, it is supposed that at that
time the age of Shaikh Shamsuddin was approximately 40 years. So, in other words,
his date of birth is and around 690 Hegira year. The date of death of his son Moulana
Muzafar Balaqi is 788 Hegira. So surely he died before this year. Because in the
books of biographies there is no mention of his living in the world. Also now running
the year 1423 Hegira year and his 19th generation is coming into existence. As per
the rule of lineage and genealogy 3 generations for each century, then so he was
considered the holy person of the 7th and 8th century in this matter.
Devotion and caliphate:“ He has got devotion from Hazrat Shaikh Ahmed Charm
Posh as stated above and his spiritual master was given to him caliphate. As per the
writing of Hazrat Yahiah Muniri in the book Wasila Sharaf Zaria Doulat that Shah
Muzafar and Shah Moizuddin who left the kingdom of Balaq by following his father
Hazrat Shamsuddin and who was the caliph of Hazrat Shaikh Ahmed Charm Posh.
And they come to Bihar for pledging on his hands.”
Children: Hazrat Shaikh Shamsuddin who has 3 sons and who were most respectable
and pious persons.
1.Hazrat Moulana Muzafar Balqi and who was a disciple and caliph of Hazrat
Maqdum Sharafuddin.
2. Hazrat Moulana Moizuddin Balaqi who was the disciple of Hazrat Shaikh Ahmed
Charm Posh and he died in Makkah on 9th Shawwal and at that time his elder brother
Moulana Muzafar Balqi who was there with him. Upon his death, he was told as
follows.
“ It was proper that they have taken me as I am older than you. And then he said that
in between us there is only this dress. (As per the book Manaqab Asfia and
reference from Sharaf.). He was taken edge of the shirt in his hand and he
was indicated in this matter. From this event, it is known his year of death is before
788 Hegira.
The son of Hazrat Moizuddin Balaqi Hazrat Maqdum Towhid Nousha who
was the disciples of Hazrat Maqdum Sharafuddin Yahiah Ahmed Muniri. And he's
brought up which was done by his uncle Moulana Balaqi and
Moulana’s favour which was like a higher garden which was started from him due
to his training only.
3. Hazrat Qamaruddin: As per the saying of Hazrat Sufi Muniri that Hazrat
Qamaruddin who has skill in many knowledges and he used to question with
Moulana Muzafar about the soul usually. And Moulana who used to say him that in
which there is no permission to reply in this matter so do not ask in this matter. But
he insisted on this matter. And he is taking hold of the whole. Once he has insisted
too much on this matter, then with his tongue it was said to him to shut your mouth.
And he has a habit of eating very much sweets, so used to eat very much Irani sweet
Tarngabin. One day he was eating Tarngabin and which was in his mouth and which
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were blocked in the mouth and which could not be taken out from his tooth for this
reason. So many tries were done in this matter and he has died.Upon his death, he
has seen him in the dream and he was asked to him
“Whether you have solved the problem of the soul.?” Then he said to him that “Yes
and it was the reality which was at your side so for which you were not going your
statement in this matter.”
Hazrat Qamaruddin’s daughter who married with Hazrat Maqdum Hussain Nousha
Touhid Balqi son of Moulana Moizuddin Balaqi.
Death: Regarding the date of his death, which is not confirmed in this matter. But it
is sure that this sad event which was happening before 788 Hegira. He was buried in
the locality in Anbir in which his last part of his life was spent there.

16.Hazrat Maqdum Zaki

Name: Zakiuddin
The native place of the birth: He was born in Sonargaon, in the house of his maternal
grandfather Hazrat Sharafuddin Abu Tuwama. Bur his native place was Munir and
in which there was the house of his grandfather.
Upon completion of education, his father Maqudm Jehan Sharfuddin came to
Munir from Sonargaon, in the year 790 Hegira and he came along with his father.
At that time he was 3 or 4 years old. And from this, it was known that he was born
in the year 768 or 787 Hegira year.
Conditions: His father, who has handed over him to his mother. And he was left in
search and demand of Allah. After becoming disciple he has spent complete 30 years
in the jungle areas. Then he has stayed in Bihar. And during this long period,
Zakiuddin was brought up by his grandmother. And he was completed education and
training. When there was created the passion of the demand of Allah in his heart and
he was taken with permission from his elders and then he was, started his journey
in this matter for the demand of reality. His younger uncle Habibuddin who used to
love him very much. So, for this reason, he was also accompanied by him during his
journey. And he shared with him in his journey and in his stay in the places during
the journey period. On the way, he has met one holy person and he was becoming
his disciple. At last, he went to the city, Kuda Kalan. The sultan of this place Syed
Hasan, who very much affected by him. And he married his daughter with him.
Afterward, he has settled down Shaker Deh village from suburbs of Sevdi district
Bir Bhoom and which is no called Maqdum Nagar Sikad district Burdwan.
Children: There was born to him one daughter Bibi Barka and who was brought to
Bihar upon the death of the parent in the milk feeding days. And who brought under
the care of her grandfather and great grandmother. And she was married to Hazrat
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Waheeduddin Chilla Kush who was a sister’s son of Najibuddin Firdousi. And his
sons who were habituated in Maqdumabad in the area of Arwal.
Death and burial place: He died during a period of his youth. The year of death is
not found anywhere.His and his wife’s mausoleum are found in Shaker
Deh (Maqdum Nagar) village and his younger paternal uncle Hazrat Habeebuddin
was buried in the Shaker Deh village.

17.Hazrat Maqdum Jaleeluddin

Name: Jaleeluddin Ahmed

Native place: Munir Sharif Bihar’s famous village
Conditions: His education and training which was completed at the house. In the
demand of the Peer, he was accompanied by his brother Shaikh Sharafuddin. And
he was reached to Delhi. And he has visited the shrine of Hazrat Nizamuddin. And
from there he reached to Pani Pat and visited the shrine of Bu Ali Qalandar. But he
could find his aim in this matter. So, for this reason, he was returned back to Delhi.
And where he was heard about Hazrat Najibuddin Firdousi’s style and method and
his qualities. He said about this to his brother, but he was also insisted on this matter
that they should have to visit the Khaja Sahib in this matter. And there is no harm in
this matter. So both brothers went into the service of Hazrat Najibuddin and pledge
on his hands.On the return journey near Bahia, there was prevailed one condition on
his brother. And he himself went into the jungle area for this reason. So for this
reason he has gathered some persons and along with them, he went into the jungle
area to search for his brother and tried his best in this matter but he could not find
him there in the jungle area. In the helpless condition, he has come back to Munir
with the permission letter and advice letter which was given to Shaikh Sharafuddin
and has given to his mother and he himself was busy in the engagement in the
worship of Allah.
Devotion and caliphate: As stated above that he was the disciple of Hazrat
Najeebuddin Firdousi in the chain of Firdousia. But he was getting caliphate from
his father Hazrat Maqdum Yahiah Muniri in the chain of Suherwardia.
Death and burial: He died before the death of Hazrat Maqdum Yahiah Muniri in the
year 782 Hegira and he was buried in Munir.
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18.Hazrat Maqdum Chuhlai

Name: Chuhlai
Native place: village Badamra near Kako ( Kako village is five-kilo meters away
from Jehanbad city.)
In the book Ganj Arshadi on page 117, it is mentioned as follows.
“Near Kako village in Badamra village, there is available Chilla (Chilla Persian: ‫چله‬,
Arabic: ‫أربعين‬, both literally "forty") is a spiritual practice of penance and solitude
in Sufism is known mostly in Indian and Persian traditions. ... The fan chilla is
derived from the Persian word chehel "forty". Chilla is commonly performed in a
solitary cell called a chilla-khana) of the Hazrat Maqdum Jehan. And Hazrat Chuhlai
belonged to this village and he belongs to the community of the cow herd.
Conditions: Hazrat Chuhlai who was a special servant of Hazrat Maqdum
Jahan Yahiah Muniri. And when he comes into the service of Hazrat Maqdum then
he was living there and he had live always with him. In the house of the Maqdum,
there will not be the available fire in his kitchen. And whatever which was fixed for
mother of Hazrat Maqdum which Hazrat Chuhlai who used to bring for her from
outside. Also, Hazrat Chuhlai used to act as a guard of the villa of Hazrat Maqdum.
In the books, it is mentioned that one day Hazrat Maqdum who engaged in the room
and Hazrat Chuhlai who was at the door of the building and at that time Hazrat
Shamsuddin ruler of the Chousa who came there and even after the prohibition of
Hazrat Chuhlai he went into the room of Hazrat Maqdum. And he said Salam to him.
And due to very much engaged, he could not reply to his Salam. Then he was asked
some questions with him and for which he was given replies in which there were
such points and which are against as per learned persons of the knowledge of
manifest in this matter. So for reasons ruler of the Chousa who was becoming sad
and left from his house. When the special condition was over from Hazrat Maqdum
then he was called Chuhlai and asked him who came there. And Chuhlai was told
him that yes the ruler of Chousa came there. And whatever which was happened said
to him. And then he told him that “to be tied his hands and to be taken in the presence
of the ruler”. When the ruler of the Chousa was able to know about arrival to his
house of Hazrat Maqdum in such condition then he was gone outside of his house
and he was opened his hands and he was regretted in this matter.in short Hazrat
Chuhlai who has spent all his life in the service of Hazrat Maqdum Jehan as per
writing in the book Wasil Sharaf Wa Zariya Doulat on the page number 52 “ The
story of becoming Muslim of Hazrat Chuhlai is that when Hazrat Maqdum who was
in the jungle area of Bhaia and as he was cowherd and who was grazing his cows in
the jungle area. Hazrat Maqdum asked for him to give milk from some cow. And
he told him that this cow did not deliver a calf. Then he told him to try to take
out the milk. Then the cowboy told him that she did not join with the male partner,
then he again told him that try to take out the milk. Upon very much insisting Chuhlai
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with anger tried to take out milk from her so, for this reason, there was mlik collected
and the pot was full of milk. Then he was becoming his slave without cost and
money. Then he began to say this that “He will not leave such foot for this matter.”
He left over cows, house, and everything and he was engaged in the recital
and endeavours and he was becoming perfect and was becoming a person of
realization.
Death and burial: In the book Wafatnama in which there are mentions details of
every person who was near to Hazrat Maqdum Jehan but in this book, there is no
mention of Hazrat Chuhlai and which shows that he has died before the death of the
Hazrat Maqdum Jehan. And his grave is near the mausoleum of the Hazrat Maqdum
Jehan.
Saintliness in Aden : Moulana Muzafar when he has reached the status of the Shaikh
then he has given excellence and was spoken him that “ Body of Sharafuddin is
life of Muzafar and life of Sharafuddin is body of the Muzafar and Muzafar
Sharafuddin is Sharafuddin Muzafar.” Then he was given saintliness of Aden for
him. The land of Aden which will not use to accept dead bodies upon burial and
will push out them from the land. Due to benediction of his holy foot in Aden this
custom was stopped it.

19.Khaja Mohammed Tala

Name and title: Mohammed Tala, the title, is Khwaja

Conditions: He was a holy person and who belong to the worthiest chain during the
time of Hazrat Maqdum Jehan and he was living at that time in Bihar. In the book
Ganj Arshadi on page 1160, it is written that “In the Bihar Khaja Mohammed Tala
who is residing there and who is son of the sister of the Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya.
It is written in the book Wasila Sharaf Zairya Doulat on page number 37 that
“One time Hazrat Maqdum Jehan asked him why he did not give caps and did not
make disciples of him”. And then he says that “Shaikh Mohammed said that his soul
cries and said that if you give caps then who will eat fried bread in the bazaar. And
he said to him that does not involve in this problem.”
From the above writing, it is known that there was his relation with Maqdum Jehan
deep and informal and also it is known that he has belongs to the holy person of the
chain. But its details are not yet known.
Death and burial place: In the book of Wafatnama Maqdum there is no mention of
his name. So from this, it is known that he had died before 782 Hegira and his grave
situated in the compound area of Maqdum Jehan.
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20.Hazrat Moulana Amu

Name: Amu
Native and residence: In village Ibrahim Pur Charvian district Monger now well
known as Shaikhpura.
Lineage and genealogy record: His lineage and genealogy record is mentioned in the
book Tahqiqat Mani in the third meeting
as follows.
Hazrat Moulana Amu Bin Moulana Shah Ibrahim Bin Shaikh Abdul Raheem Bin
Abdul Rahman Bin Abdul Aziz Bin Israil Bin Abdulla Chosavi Bin Abdul Wahed
Haqqani Bin Abul Qasim Bin Abu Masood Asfhani Bin Abu Najib Bin Imam Abu
Saeed Bin Abu Al-Waise Bin Imam Abu Lais Bin Imam Abu Ishaq bin Imam Abu
Zaid Bin Imam Abdulla Bin Abbas Bin Abdul Mutal-lib Bin Abu Hashim.
Conditions: Hazrat who himself has said in one meeting about the details of his
family background and which are recorded in the book Tahiqat Mani details in the
brief as follows.
Hazrat one day came to the people who present in the meeting on the 6th Rajab.
Upon asking questions at the meetings by the persons about his migration details he
has explained the details. He said that his holy persons who belong to the city Isfahan
in Iran. One holy person of his family Shaikh Abdul Chosavi who has migrated from
Isphan and he was settled down in Chousa. And he was born in his family. His father
Ibrahim came to village Chrovian with all his family members and he was settled in
this village. And who was the disciple of Hazrat Ibrahim Maqdum
Jehan Yahiah Munri. And due to this reason Hazrat Maqdum Jehan, who used to go
by, this route to see his cousin brother and disciple Hazrat Shoeb and Hazrat Shah
Moiz Maghrabi.On the way, I have met Hazrat Maqdum Jehan. And he was paid
kindness toward me and he has asked something for his eating there. And from that
food one morsel that he has been chewed and then he has put some portion of it into
my mouth. And from that time there was prevailed a condition of the light into my
heart of the body. Then there was no attachment of my life with the worldly matters.
And from that time I was attached to the company of the Hazrat Maqdum. So, for
this reason, I used to be with him during his journey as well as his stay in any place.
And during this time I have completed the knowledge of the manifest and blessed
with pledge on his hands. During this period ruler of Bihar Kamgar and his title,
which was known as Malk Maqtah who was allotted a portion of land to me to meet
the expenses of the family members. But I have refused in the beginning, but later
as per the order of the Hazrat Maqdum Jehan, I have accepted the land given by the
ruler of the Bihar for this reason. One day Hazrat was planted one Chukan Persian
flower plant at one place and he has given instruction to him to set up a garden here
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and he has said that this is land for your house for living for you as well as your
family members.
Devotion and caliphate: Hazrat Moulana Amu who has devotion and links of the
caliphate from Hazrat Yahiah Muniri.
Children: In the books of biographies it is mentioned that he has the only son and
his name is Hazrat Arzani and who was his disciple and caliphate and who also his
successor.
Malfuzat Mubarak (holy speeches) and its other name is Tahqiat Mani and this is
book of speeches of Hazrat Amu. And which was compiled by his son Hazrat Arzani.
And in this book, there are two parts that are in it and in every part, there are added
three meeting details are in it. And the details are as follows.
Part one
The first meeting was held on the 5th Rajab
The second meeting was held on the 6th Rajab
The third meeting was held in the Shaikpur village
Part two
The first meeting was held on the 8th Rajab
The second meeting was held on the 9th Rajab
The third meeting was held on the 4th Shaban in the year 784 Hegira. In it, there was
added lineage and genealogy record of Hazrat Maqdum Jehan, Moulana Amu and
Moulana Muzaffar. And after this, some details of Hazrat Maqdum Jehan and
Moulana Amu and this magazine, which was compiled in the year 784 Hegira.
Death: Hazrat Amu was died in the year on the 4th Shaban in the year 784 Hegira at
the time of the afternoon. All such details are recorded in the book Tahqiat Mani as
follows.
“ After 25 days of loneliness in the room, then he was sitting on the holy prayer mat.
He was called all disciples and students with much emphasis and his desire and
demand. So, for this reason, all disciples and students who sat before on their knees
around him in this matter. Then he told by his holy tongue that “ This is my last
journey. And if there will be respect and honour for him there ,then he will not leave
anybody. And my final advice to all my friends and my relatives is that they should
have the remembrance of Allah at the always.” Upon hearing this sad conversation
so for this reason all were began taken deep sighs and weeping in the meeting place.
The persons began expressing sadness and sorrow in this matter and also there is the
problem and worry for all of us that such a personality of benediction from him all
disciples and students who were benefitted much in this matter for this reason and
such person of perfection leaving them and they were deprived of his benefits. When
this order is must so for this we should have to agree on this matter as this will of
Allah is there in this matter. Then he was called this sinner Arzani and asked him to
sit on the carpet before the audience of the meeting. And he has given his turban and
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other benedictions in this matter. And he has instructed by the tongue of the writing
about his date of death, month, year and a day in this magazine. So at that time by
invisible revelation chronograph of the date of the death as Marsia which is in the
Urdu language is as follows.
‘Hazrat Ke Tariq Dil Me Utargai’ ( The date of death of Hazrat which has entered
into the heart). When I have recited this chronograph of the date of the death
as Marsia then he had liked it very much. And he was happy in this matter and he
told me that “ As this Marsia is such good that so to add in the magazine.” So as per
his instruction, it was preserved in the magazine. Then he said goodbye to all
persons individually. Then he went into his room and began engaging in the
remembrance of Allah. On Friday on the 4th Shaban in the year 784 Hegira at the
Chaste (mid-morning) time he has left this mortal world and he went to his heavenly
abode and buried in the grave at the time of Zuhar prayer.
His grave is situated in the compound in Charovan village. And which is famous
even today for the fulfillment of desires and wishes of the persons who visit his
grave. Hazrat Sufi Muniri who has written one stanza about his date of death and its
translation and interpretation is as follows.
Maqdum Shah Amu who was a favorable person
And who was like a refulgent pearl from oyster shell
Who made diving in the sea and free from the world
The year of leaving is recorded as the 784 Hegira year

21.Hazrat Mazhar Balqi

Name: Mazhar
Title: Imam AL-Ashaq, Moulana, The title Moulana which was given to Hazrat
Mazhar Balqi by the court of the prophet of Allah. Its details which were mentioned
in his letter number 165.
Native place: Balaq in the rounding of the city in the North of Afghanistan.
The lineage of the genealogical record as follows. Hazrat Mazhar Balqi Bin Shams
Balqi Bin Syed Ali Bin Syed Hameeduddin Bin Syed Siraj Uddin Bin Syed Buzrug
Bin Syed Mahmood Bin Sultan Ibrahim Bin Syed Adham Bin Syed Sulaiman Bin
Syed Naseeruddin Bin Mohammed Bin Yaqub Bin Ahmed Bin Ishaq Bin
Mohammed Bin Zaid Ibn Mohammed Bin Qasim Bin Imam Zainal Abideen Bin
Imam Hussain Bin Fatima Bint Mohammed Rasul Allah.
Status of knowledge: He was the perfect personality in Islamic law. In Makkah
approximately for a period of four years, he has a learning method of recitation of
the Quran and the method of the Imam Shatibi Quran recitation and he was
learning from Shaikh Shamsuddin Khwarizmi. And he has learned 7 methods of
Quranic recitation by Hazrat Shaikh Shamsuddin Halwai. And also he has learned
recitation of the Sahain. And he has also obtained certification of the Hadith
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(tradition of the Holy Prophet) and as well a recitation method of the Kutub al-
Sittah (six major hadith collections) of Sunni Islam from him. And also he has
obtained the certificate of Sahih Sitta (The 6 books known as "al-Sihah al-Sitta" are
the most reliable sources for Sunni Muslims with regard to the principles of the
Islamic beliefs, jurisprudential rulings, the exegesis of the Qur'an, and the history of
the early period of Islam. They rely on hadiths cited in these books in their) from
orator of Aden. So his status of knowledge is so great.
Arrival in India: When there was created a passion for the demand of Allah in
Shamsuddin Balqi in his heart, then he has left the kingdom of the Blaq in the hands
of his sons. And he was left for his journey toward India for this reason. He has
stayed some days in Delhi and when he was heard about the fame of Hazrat Syed
Ahmed charm posh so, for this reason, he was, started his journey toward the Bihar
Province for this reason and he has become his disciple and he was engaged in the
remembrance of Allah. And he sent a message to her wife that if you want to follow
me then left the country and wealth to his sons and come to India. She was told this
message to her sons, then they told her that they deserve to follow their father more
than her. So they began the journey to India by leaving the country and wealth of the
Balaq. They stayed for somedays in Zafarabad. Then both of them Moulana Zafar
and Hazrat Moiz who went into the service of their father in Bihar.in Bihar, he was
a pledge on the hands of the Shaikh of his father Hazrat Shaikh Ahmed Charm Posh.
But Moulana Zafar delayed in this matter. And he has started his endeavours for the
search of a perfect spiritual master for him.
The excellence of pledge: In the book Wasila Sharaf Zariya Doulat it was written
that “ In the beginning period he has full interest in the endeavours for obtaining of
the Islamic law. When he will visit any darwesh person then he will ask with him
difficulties of the knowledge. And when he will not be satisfied with the reply, then
he will not correct his faith in this matter.his father was the caliph of Hazrat Shaikh
Ahmed charm posh. He used to say that Shaikh Ahmed is a holy personality. And
he has supernatural habits with him. It means he is a person of the miracles. We have
faith upon this matter that he should be righteous on the knowledge. In those days
there was much name and fame for Shaikh Maqdum Sharaf Uddin Muniri.
There are, four knowledges which are as follows. 1.Shariah (Islamic
law) 2.Tariqat (Mystic way of life) 3.Haqiqat (reality) 4.Marifat (intimate
knowledge of Allah). And in these four knowledges, he has covered a great world
of knowledge.His desire was towards him but there was no willingness in this matter
from side of his father. So, for this reason, he was not paying his attention to him.
When his father was able to know in this matter, then he has told him that as there
are your wish and desire and where is your devotion so pay there your attention.
Then he came in the service of Hazrat Maqdum Jehan. And whatever he has the
difficulties of the knowledge with him, then he asked with and Hazrat Maqdum who
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was given replies to convince him and satisfied him in this matter. Due to an excess
of the knowledge, he has exceeded the limits in the conversation and he had said
much to him in this matter. Due to good manners which Maqdum has with him, he
has not done hard conversation in these matters. With a clear explanation, Hazrat
Maqdum has solved his difficulties. In the last meeting, he was regretted with Hazrat
Maqdum for his boldness of the arguments. And due to the manners of Hazrat
Maqdum he was becoming like him very much in this matter. Then there was
established connection of the heart of the Hazrat Maqdum that love of the peer which
was available due to favour and excellence of Allah and which is found in the
innermost. So for this reason he has requested him to make his disciple, for this
reason, Maqdum Jehan favoured him and made him his disciple.
Obtaining knowledge for the sake of Allah: Hazrat Moulana Muzaffar who has
asked with made to engage him in the way of the mysticism. Hazrat Maqdum who
told him that whatever you have acquired knowledge for the sake of status and
position. And such knowledge will not result in good in the way of mysticism. So,
for this reason, he should obtain knowledge again for the sake of Allah in this matter.
So for this Moulana left from there on the journey by foot. And there found blisters
in his foot for this purpose. And with much difficulty, he has reached Delhi. And he
was busy there in obtaining the knowledge for a period of 2 years there. Regarding
his knowledge, there was much fame in Delhi. So, for this reason, Sultan Feroz Shah
of the Delhi Kingdom has appointed him for teaching and education in the palace.
One day he was busy in the work of teaching and education in the royal palace and
at that time some chorister was coming there and began singing. So, for this reason,
there was prevailed one condition upon him and so he was falling down from the
first floor to the ground and allowed looted his house in Delhi and he went to
the Bihar Province. And there his spiritual master engaged him in the mystical
exercise.
Mystical exercise: Maqdum Jehan, who was allotted his duty in the service of the
fakir of the persons in the shrine building. So, for this reason, he was busy with this
duty with much happiness and attention in this matter. He used to perform what fakir
person will say to him and will not be feeling any hardness in his heart. If there will
be tears clothes, then he will sew his dress clothes and make patches for this reason.
One day Hazrat Maqdum Jehan has seen his dress and which was in very much torn
condition. And there was no worry on his face of the head. So, for this reason, he
has given him the order of costly dress and one good airy house. And this order was
implemented soon. But there was opened upon him the secret of indigence. So, for
this reason, he was not pay attention in this matter.
Then Hazrat Maqudm was, asked him to sit in the Chilla (Chilla (Persian: ‫چله‬,
Arabic: ‫أربعين‬, both literally "forty") is a spiritual practice of penance and solitude
in Sufism known mostly in Indian and Persian traditions. ... The fan chilla is derived
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from the Persian word chehel "forty". Chilla is commonly performed in a solitary
cell called a chilla-khana.). And for this, there was provided him one room in Rajgir.
A period of more than 30 days has been passed away in the Chilla days. Then Amir
chorister who came at the door of his room and he began singing there. Then there
prevailed condition with him so for this reason he has broken Chilla and he came
out of the room in the condition of the ecstasy. Probably some other place was fixed
for his Chilla purpose for him for the above reason. One day he came out of the
Chilla place and he said that “He is sitting in the Chilla engagement, but there is
thinking of the wife for him many times. So for this reason what use of him sitting
in the endeavours. After some time he has told that “He was given divorced from
such and such woman.” Maqdum Jehan upon hearing this, then he said that “There
is no need for loneliness for him so he can stay at any place. And live in any condition
which is equal same for him.”
Moulana Shaikh Muzaffar who did engage in the worship of Allah in the jungle
areas, but he was passed all stages of endeavours and mystical exercise under the
direct supervision of his spiritual master Hazrat Maqdum and he has benefitted by
the worship very much in this matter and in the book Wasil Sharf Zariya Doulat that
“Once Shaikh Muzaffar who standing at the silt of the door by upholding his eyes.
The look of the Maqdum which was fallen on him and he was seen that there was no
more flesh on his body and skin is fixed with bones in the body. And the side is
coming outside. Sheikh Jehan looked at Qazi Zahid and who told him that “Zahid
see what position has become of his condition that he has come over here by saying
he does not accept.And he was found too much reward and return in an expensive
way. (Book Wasila Sharaf Zariya Doulat page 84 and 85).
Miracles and revelation: In the books of biographies it is written that one time
Moulana Muzafar who was present in the meeting of his Shaikh Maqdum. In that
meeting Shaikh Minhaj was present there and who has performed seven Hajj
pilgrims in Makkah. The conversation was started upon the topic of the obligation
of the Hajj pilgrimage duty. He was looking at Shaikh Maqdum with a look of
intense dislike. And he said to him that “There is the obligation of the Hajj
pilgrimage duty of every Muslim person.” Hazrat Maqdum was said about Islamic
law’s excuse for taking care of the service of old mother in this matter. But Moulana
did not like a conversation of Shaikh Minhajuddin on this matter. Then he became
angry and he said “how many times will you go about performing the
Hajj pilgrimage. See the sleeve of the slave of Hazrat Maqdum in which you can
find the Kaba of the Makkah.” Upon saying this he was put forward his sleeves
towards him. Shaikh Minhajuddin who was seen clearly the Kaba in the sleeves. The
other persons who were present there have also have seen the Kaba. All were
surprised in this matter, but Hazrat Maqdum did not like this matter. Then he told
him that “The time you have spent in showing your miracles and such time you have
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away from the giver of the miracle for this reason.” One time he has written to Hazrat
Maqdum that “On the way trees used to talk with him. And one tree says that from
it there will be made silver.” Maqdum Jehan replied to him that “Try in this matter.
If there will be false then this is a work of Satan. Then send the curse upon him and
if it is true, then show me in this matter. ”So for this Moulana has taken one bangle
made of the tin in his hand and put milk on the tree on it so immediately it was
converted into silver. He has sent that bangle into service of the Hazrat Maqdum and
who write him back that “Oh brother such many things will be going to happen so
do not pay attention in this matter. And the work is ahead of it.” So for this reason
after this event, Moulana will not give his attention to all such things in the future
period of life.

Dialect :Hazrat Sufi Muniri with reference to his book, Wasila Sharaf Was
Zaiya Doullat, Ganj Yaqfi and Monis Al-Quloob, he has written that one time he has
an argument with the learned persons of Bihar. And the topic of the discussion was
the conversation of psychics. Moulana said that Masmuh whatever which is Muqra
it means which is read and whatever Maktub it means which is written and Mahfuz
which has remained in the hearts. And sure, that is the speech of psychic is without
penetration and other people say that this is not the speech of psychic. But it denotes
the speech of psychic. When the conversation becomes very lengthy then by his
tongue it was said that “Which will not be understood by you as your teachers also
could not able to understand it.” This saying was not liked by all of them in this
matter. So, for this reason, they have prepared a statement of a case of a complaint
against him. And Moulana was also prepared one magazine and in which he has
added all arguments of religious branches of the knowledge and intellectual part of
knowledge and in it. The next day he went into the presence of Hazrat Maqdum and
explained to him all details of the event and he has presented his written magazine
in this matter. Maqdum has read the magazine and he was unpleasant in this matter
and he has told him that “Moulana you came to me to become Muslim or making
the argument and whatever you have written which will not be understood by
anybody. And these people are Jamid Tabah people (un-progressive nature people).
And tear off this magazine.” The learned persons of the Bihar who were coming in
this presence of Hazrat Maqdum after waiting of the Moulana and then they were
able to know that Hazrat Maqdum has the same opinion of the Moulana so for this
reason they have sent their statement of a case of the complaint in the presence of
the learned persons Delhi and who have said the same matter which was said by the
Moulana in this matter.

Status of the Moulana: In the book of Monis Quloob it is written that among two
caliphs of Maqdum who were very dear and their names are as follows.
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1.Maqdum Shaikh Muzafar 2. Shaikh Nasiruddin Sonami. When late Maqdum

Muzafar who used to visit Hazrat Maqdum Jehan, then at that time some time who
used to come in the door and sometimes he will come outside and welcome there
more or less. When, Shaikh Nasir used to visit then at that time he will be sitting at
the two knees. So, for this reason, Qazi Zahid asked the Maqdum Jehan reason in
this matter. So Maqdum Jehan told him that “ What he will do as when Moulana
Muzafar will come then someone will call and say that the moon is coming. And
some others will say the king is coming. When Moulana Nasir will come some will
say Moulana is coming.”

In the Manaqab Asfia, it is mentioned that Shaikh Islam Shaikh Hussain Moiz
Balaqi who said that Maqdum Jehan had disciples more than 100,000 and among
them 40 people who had the position of the realization and among 40,000 there
was three-person who were perfect pious persons and who were as follows.

1.Shaikh Muzafar 2.Malakzada Fazallah 3.Moulana Nizamuddin Darun Hisari. And

among three of them, they have fire of love’s flame which was reached to Moulana
Muzaffar. And it's smoke which was reached by the remaining two persons.

Conditions: In the book Monis Quloob it is mentioned that Moulana Muzaffar who
allowed his house to be looted 40 times. And whatever things which will be gathered
in his house which he will be allowed to loot by others. When I was at a younger
age than he used to catch my hand and take me out and then he will forget me
outside. So for this reason some people who will be caught by hand and take me out
of the gathering. And sometime he will also be allowed his books to be looted. And
Maqdum Shah Hussain, who used to take back those books by paying the prices to
the persons in this matter. One day one fakir person came into his presence and asked
something from him. And there was an available bag of Maqdum Shah Hussain there
so he was given that bag to the beggar. After two or three days Maqdum
Shah Hussain searching his bag there. He told him that as you well know that” I am
a dishonest person so why did you keep your things with him.”Then he told him that
“ If you give him to anybody then he will think it is a benediction in this matter.”

In the book of biographies, it is mentioned that he went to Makkah for

Haj pilgrimage. During the period of stay in Makkah, he has required something
there. So, for this reason, he has contacted his spiritual master in purgatory, but there
was no established connection with him there. At last, he has seen the Prophet of
Allah in his dream. And who told him that “Muzaffar this is island of the prophets,
so for this reason due to respect Sharaf Uddin could not possible for his usage here.
If you have any need tell me so that I can fulfill in this matter.If you want to tell
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Sharaf Uddin then leave from this place for this reason.”Moulana left from there and
he covered many miles of journey from Makkah. Then he has established
connection in the purgatory of Maqdum Jehan. And then there was solved the
problem of Muzaffar.

There are many of such events of Moulana Muzaffar and if we add those events,
then there will be too much longer on this matter. So for this reason books Manaqab
Asfia and Monis Al-Quloob can be read on this matter.

Righteous way and guidance: Moulana Muzaffar who has applied such a method for
righteous way and guidance which was shown by Maqdum Jehan. And which is as
follows.

1.Meetings and discussion 2.Letters writing 3.books writing

In the book Ganj Layaqfi the speeches, book of Shaikh Hussain Moizi Balaqi it is
mentioned that “ One time he was present in the meeting of Sama (ecstasy) and there
were some friends of Moulana who were present there. When the meeting of
the Sama was over then he said that he wants to give some message in the tongue
of Sama and Sama want to say something to all of you and he was read the following
stanza.

Oh group who worship of the soul listens Sama

And listen to some words in the language of the Sama

Then he said that “The grain are kept in the villas as it is, clothes are kept in the
bundles as it is there so why there is regret in this matter.”

Books wrote:

1.Maktubat Hazrat Moulana Muzafar Balqi :

In this book, there are added 100 letters. And also in it there added 6 Dohra (diploids)
in it.

2.Dewan Moulana Muzarfar Balqi

3.Shrah Eqayad Nasfi Ma Eqayad Muzafari
4.Resal Mahzeria Dar Hidayat Darweshi

Custodianship : With reference from book Manaqb Asfia, Sufi Muniry has written
in the book Wasila Sharaf Wa Zariya Doulat.
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That when Maqdum Jehan died then at that time he was not present there. Till his
coming there some disciples began distributing caps and when he has reached there
then all people have gathered at the mausoleum. Then he asked all of them that you
are giving the caps to the persons so what is there reason in this matter. Hazrat
Shahabuddin Manipuri who told him that he has with some caps of Hazrat
Maqdum which is given to the persons. All of them told him that there is no reason
in this matter. And they have stopped it. Some persons told that Hazrat Maqdum who
was given him, then cover and so for the reason I am giving caps. Then the persons
have asked him Moulana what argument you have in this matter.? There was a
special handwritten permission letter of Hazrat Maqdum which was in the house so
he has asked Miya Hussain to go and bring the permission
letter. Maqdum Shaikh Hussain, who, went for some distance, then he has said that
his peer is not dead. I have not become a disciple of such a peer who should
die. Come on we will request him who will be his caliph as per his saying in this
matter. Upon saying this all we're going to the graveyard. Qazi Maqdum Alam who
said that, “Do you want to create a problem in this matter.? I know that when he will
ask in this matter,then Hazrat Maqdum will reply.” Upon hearing this, all persons
kept away from going there. And Hazrat Moulana was sitting on the prayer carpet.

Marriage and children: Moulana was married and there were no children were born
to him. Maqdum Jehan told him that the children of Shaikh Moizuddin Balaqi will
be children of Moulana. So Maqdum Hussain Nousha Touhid Ibn Shaikh Moiz
Balqi (younger brother of the Muzafar Balqi) and who brought up since childhood
under his care and affection. And from him, his favour is being continued so far.
Caliphs: After him Maqdum Hussain Nousha Touhid who was becoming his
successor and sat on his prayer mat.
2. Moulana Qamaruddin Balqi who was Moulana's younger son.
3. Hazrat Jamal Auliya Awadhi
Death and burial: The saintliness of Aden, which was under his jurisdiction. A long
period of time he was spent in Aden then he was becoming ill and when his illness
was becoming very long so, for this reason, he was called his brother’s son Shaikh
Hussain and he was given all benedictions to him and asked him to go Bihar. Then
he told him that there are available many peers there in Bihar so what is his power
that he can raise his head there for this reason.? And then he said that “ By God when
you will raise your head, then at that time I will not keep any heads there.”

And then he gave him advice to him and left this mortal world. His pure soil,
then began to live in the heaven of the Aden. And in the land of the Aden, his body
was buried. He has died on the 3rd Ramadan in the year 788 Hegira. And his
mausoleum is well known and famous Roza Peer Hindi in Aden in Yemen.
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His grave is in Aden, which is famous even today for the fulfillment of desires and
wishes of the persons who visit his grave.

The stanza of the date of the death.

The personality of the stream of favour who left

And went towards the place of the excellence

The soul of the Moulana Muzafar migrated from this world

And left from Aden to Aden and this is a stanza of Maqdum

22. Hazrat Maqdum Taim Allah Sufeed Baz

Name: Taim Allah and title is Sufeed Baz

Native place : Laithli , Jeothali,

The lineage and geneaology record is as follows: Taim Allah Sufid Baz Bin Hameed
Uddin Bin Adam Sufi Bin Syed Ibrahim Bin Syed Jalal Chisti Bin Syed Hasan Bin
Syed Mahmood Bin Syed Ibrahim Adham bin Syed Sulaiman Bin Syed Nasir
Bin Syed Mohammed Bin Syed Yaqub Bin Syed Ahmed Bin Syed Ishaq Bin Syed
Imam Umar Bin Syed Mohammed Sufi Bin Imam Qasim Bin Imam Ali Asghar bin
Umar Ashraf Bin Imam Zainal Abideen Bin Imam Hussain Bin Fatima Bint
Mohammed Rasul Allah.

Conditions: Hazrat Mqdum Tiam Allah Sufeed Baz who was the disciple of his
father in the chain of Chistiya and he was the successor and caliphate of his father.
Due to his endeavors, there was much development of the chain of the Chistiya in
Bihar Province. And many of the shrines of the Chistiya were established in Bihar.
He has got favour from his maternal grandfather Shahabuddin Peer Jagjut and his
cousin brother Hazrat Maqdum Jehan Shaikh Sharaf Uddin Yahiah Muniri. When
Maqdum Jehan, who was in the jungles of Rajgir then he used to go usually there
and visit and get favour from him. The mission of the holy person was teaching and
preaching of Islamic religion and to show the way of the guidance to mankind. And
this mission work which was belong to Hazrat
Maqdum Taim Allah Sufeed Baz and for its completion, he has spent all his life.

Marriage and children: His marriage, which took place in the locality of the Bihar.
He has one son Syed Faiz Ullah and two daughters. The sons of Syed Faiz Ullah
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spread too much. The holy persons who belong to this family member who
spread favour of Chistiya chain by chest by chest by a wider level and in the great
scope in this matter.

Caliphs: He has 3 caliphs who were famous and well known and by them, there was
much development of the chain of Chistiya.

1.Hazrat Syed Shah Faiz Ullah shah: Who was the successor of his father and he was
settled down in the Karji village near Dega Ghat near Patna. And where he has
established one shrine building and which well known and famous Jamat Khana.

2. Hazrat Maqdum Shamsuddin well known as Saman Arwali Chisiti. He has

established shrine building in Ardal village and started the work of the teaching and
preaching of Islam and still this shrine is active in this matter.

3. Hazrat Sufi Ziauddin Chandosi : His shrine building is in Chandose.

Death and burial: He died on 9th Muharram in the year 790 Hegira and his grave is
situated in Bejuban near Bihar Sharif.

23.Shaikh Nasir Uddin Sunami

Name: Nasir
Native place: Sunami or Saman
Conditions: Moulana Nasiriddin who was the disciple of Hazrat Maqdum Jehan
Shaikh Sharaf Uddin. He was among some of the caliphs of the Hazrat Maqdum
Jehan. When he will present at the meeting of the Maqdum Jehan, then he used to
be sitting on the two knees of the legs.when it was asked reason of this then he has
said that when he will come there then someone will say to him that Moulana is
coming there.

The biographical full details of Shaikh Nasiruddin which were not available. At the
time of the death of Hazrat Maqdum Jehan, he was not available .
Moulana Shahabuddin, who reminded him about him at that time, so Hazrat has said
that Muzaffar is my life and my beloved and Nasir Uddin is the same as him.
Whatever is required in the caliphate and followers, which are found in all of
them. ( As per book Wafatnama Maqdum Jehan).

Among the sons of the Hazrat Maqdum, Jehan, who was sitting on the prayer mat of
Hazrat Maqdum Jehan and his name was Shah Bhika. And who pledge on the hands
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of Hazrat Basir Uddin Noor Shami. And who was a discipline and caliph of Shaikh
Saderuddin Reza .And who has got devotion and caliphate from Moulana Nasir
Uddin Sonami. And from this, it is known that from him the chain of Sufism was
started by him.

Death: He died in the year 782 Hegira year. But it is not known when it has
happened.

24.Hazrat Qazi Shamsuddin Damasqi

Name: Shamsuddin

Native place: Damascus

Conditions: Hazrat Qazi Shamsuddin Damasqi who was Qazi of Chosa of Bihar. He
was the beloved disciple of Maqdum Jehan Shaikh Sharaf Uddin Ahmed Yahia
Muniri.Due to the administration of the kingdom, he could not able to present in the
service of Maqdum Jehan. So, for this reason, his education was completed by
writing letters to him from Maqdum Jehan. Maqdum Jehan, who was written to him
100 letters from his side to him and these letters which were compiled in one book
and its name is given as “Maktubat Sadi”. And from those letters, there was not only
done education and training of the Qazi Saheb, but also a large number of the
students who were benefitted in this matter. And still there were getting benefitting
for this reason. So Zain Bader Arabi who has written in the preface of the Maktubat
Sadi that “ After praise of Allah and blessing upon the holy prophet of Allah this
weak person Zain Bader Arabi say that when Qazi Shamsuddin who is the ruler of
Chosa and who was among his disciples and who has requested continuously and
repeatedly with him and its real aim was that “As this helpless person who is unable
to present in his service for the duties of the responsibility of the kingdom as well as
the regret of not getting time for this reason and so he is away from the meeting place
of the Hazrat Maqdum in this matter. The presence in the service of the spiritual
master which is the reason for the getting of the knowledge of the religion and
the world and for which he is not getting such favour for the above reasons. So in
this matter, he is requesting him with a humble request to write him something in
each chapter of the mysticism in this matter. So that such knowledge which should
be understanding of this slave person's mind for which he will be obliged in this
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matter for writing such few lines for his interest as well as for his fondness as well
as for the lucky favour.”

Hazrat Maqdum Jehan, who has affection to this sincere disciple in this matter. And
its some glimpse which can be found in the book Wafatnama Maqdum Jehan. In
which written as follows.

“Moulana Shihabuddin,Hilal and Ateeq who have asked with him what should be
written in the chapter of Qazi Shamsuddin then he has said what should be said to
Qazi Shamsuddin. Qazi Shamsuddin is like my son. In the letters so many places he
was asked to write him as his son in the letters. And at some other places as brother.
He is the cause of manifestation of the of darweshi and for the sake of him it has
been much written and said in this matter otherwise who will write.”

In the book Ganj Arshadi in which there are available full details of the event of
becoming a disciple of the Qazi Shamsuddin with Hazrat Maqdum. Its synopsis is
that one time Qazi Shamsuddin came into the service of Hazrat Maqdum along with
his four disciples. And he said Salam to him and at that time Hazrat Maqdum who
was in the condition of engrossment so for this reason he could not reply to his Salam
to him. The Qazi Saheb told his relatives that he was fulfilled the practice of Islamic
religion, but he was ignored, it so be a witness in this matter. And after this, there
were some other discussions were also held there. And from the tongue of Hazrat
Maqdum, there was spoken something which is against as per the points of thinking
of the persons of the Islamic jurisdiction in his condition of the engrossment. Then
Qazi Sahib who was made some persons as a witness and went from there. When
Maqdum Jehan returned back from the condition of engrossment then at that time
his special servant Hazrat Chulahai who has explained to him all details in this
matter. So for this Maqdum, Jehan told Hazrat Chulahi to tie his both hands with the
rope as such that there should be a discharge of the blood from his hands and take to
him in such condition to Qazi Saheb’s house. Hazrat Chulhai who followed his
instruction in this matter. When Qazi Saheb was able to know that Hazrat
Maqdum Jehan came to his house in such and such condition. And immediately he
came out of his house and untied his rope and he was entered into the circle of the
devotion of the Maqdum Jehan.

Death: In the book Wafatnama it is mentioned about him and from it will know that
he was living at that time and so he died later in the year 782 Hegira year.
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25.Hazrat Zain Bader Arabi

Name: Zain Bader

Lineage and genealogical record: Arabic

Conditions: He was among the sons of the Hazrat Imam Hasan and during the time
of Maqdum Sharufuddin, he has stayed in Bihar along with his mother and which is
proved by historical recording.

In the book Wasila Sharaf Wa Zariya Doulat as per page, number 46-47, the
following writing is available in it.

“ Hazrat Zain Bader Arabi in his youth time and he went to see his mother while
drinking wine and asked with her some money for his use. Then she has told him
that “Oh son if you have given to her then ask from her.” So, for this reason, he was
ashamed very much in this matter. He comes outside from there. And decided to go
and see Maqdum Jehan. And there his intention which has brought him into the door
of the shrine building and he was seen Maqdum Jehan, who was sitting on the prayer
mat at that time. And who has seen me and asked me to come near him there. And
when he reached near him, then he was uplifted the corner of the prayer mat and
asked me to take money not more than of two fits from there. I have seen there was
running river of the wealth there and stretched my hand and was taken two fits of
the wealth from there and come outside and went into the presence of my mother.
When she looked upon me then she was very angry with me. And she has told that
“ You have asked and requested from such Sultan the enemy of the world.” So I
came outside and freed myself from all such wealth and money. And make
my colour of the face black and then went into the presence of Maqdum Jehan and
repentant again in this matter.

Hazrat Zain Bader upon becoming a disciple of Maqdum Jehan he used to live in the
service of him always. Hazrat Zain Bader who was compiled many of the books of
the letters and speeches of Maqdum Jehan.

Hazrat Zain Bader who was also compiled the following books of Maqdum Jehan.

Letter books: 1.Maktubat Sadi and which was entirely compiled by

him 2.Makatubat do Sadi in which he was compiled in the beginning 151 letters in
the book.
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Speech books: The following books of speeches were compiled by him.1.Qan Per
Nemat 2.Rahat Quloob 3.Mukh Mani 4.Madan Mani 5.Malfuzat Sagar

All the above books which were mentioned above which were compiled by Hazrat
Zain Bader. So may have mercy of the Allah upon him. The result of his endeavors
which was found in the persons during the time of the last many centuries and as
well as still today is found its benefits for this reason. There was the affection of
Maqdum Jehan always for him. He performed his duties to wear dresses to
Maqdum Jehan. In the book Wafatnama it is mentioned as follows.

“ This helpless person Zain Bader Arabi and who has put his head on the land with
trembling and shivering and was requested for the renewal of the pledge and
repentance with much sincerity and was held the holy hand of Maqdum Jehan and
kissed. And spread it over his head and on the eyes and the pulpit. Then Hazrat
Maqdum Jehan asked me who are you.? Then I have told him that “ The dog of this
shrine Zain Bader Arabi. And who, repenting and want to accept the renewal of the
pledge.” Then he said “Go I will accept you. As well as all your house members.
And all your family dining requirements which will be under my care so I accept all.
And the wearing of my clothes is your work with me. There was given authority to
your persons. So be assured in this matter.” If there will remain my honour, then I
will not leave you. This helpless person told him that “There is available honour to
the slaves of the Maqdum.” Then he said that “ There are much hope and confidence
in this matter.”

Death and burial: He has died after 782 Hegira and he was buried in the compound
of the shrine building of Maqdum Jehan at the foot side of the Hazrat
Maqdum Khalil in the eastern direction after the three graves at the side of his
mother.
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26. Hazrat Maqdum Khalil Uddin

Name: Khalil Uddin

Native place: Muniri
The lineage and genealogical records are as follows.
Hazrat Khalil Uddin Bin Ahmed Yahia Muniri Bin Hazrat Israel Bin Imam
Mohammed Taj Fakhi children from Hazrat Zubair Bin Abdul Mutallab.
Conditions: He was third brother and disciple of Hazrat Maqdum Jehan Shaikh
Sharaf Uddin and during his whole life he was in the service of his spiritual master
for making endeavours of favours. And even after the death of his spiritual master,
he did not leave the door of the shrine building. There was the kind look of the Hazrat
Maqdum, Jehan, upon him always. In the book Wafatnama it is mentioned as
follows.
“Hazrat Khaliluddin who was his real brother and the special servant who was sitting
at his side and then who have caught his hand and he was looking at his face and he
has said him rest assured then he began advising him.Hazrat Shaikh Khalil Uddin
due to the grief of the brother as well as finishing off the look of the spiritual master
so for this reason he was becoming dis-hearted and began weeping. And for this
reason, he was told him with much kindness Khalil rest assured.”
Death and burial place: He died after the year 782 Hegira and his grave is situated
on the right side of the mausoleum of Hazrat Maqdum Jehan.

27.Maqdum Minhajuddin Rasti

Name :Minhaj Uddin and title Rasti.

Native place: Jilian

The lineage and genealogical records are as follows. : Maqdum Minhaj Uddin Rasti
Jilani Bin Syed Tajuddin Bin Syed Abdul Rahman Bin Syed Abdul Kareem Bin
Syed Ismail Bin Syed Mustafa Bin Syed Hasan from sons of Hazrat Imam Ali
Reza. ( As per reference from the book Ayan Watan by Hakim Syed Mohammed
Shoeb Phulwarvi).
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Conditions: Hazrat Madum Minhaj Uddin Rasti who left for his native place for the
passion of the demand of Allah. And by passing stages of the mystical exercises
and endeavours, then he was reached in Bihar Province. And for a long period of
time he was engaged in Chilla (Chilla (Persian: ‫چله‬, Arabic: ‫أربعين‬, both literally
"forty") is a spiritual practice of penance and solitude in Sufism is a known mostly
in Indian and Persian traditions) there on the mountain of the Nagarjuna near Bela
Ganj in district Gaya. Then he went into the service of the Hazrat Maqdum
Jehan Sharaf Uddin Yahia Ahmed Munari and he has established a spiritual
connection with him.Maqdum Jehan upon his education and training who was given
him caliphate and permission. He sent him towards Phulwari near Patna for
preaching and propagation of the mission work of Islam there. Upon reaching
Phulwari he was doing the hard tasks and endeavours for the preaching and
propagation of Islamic work there.Due to the grace of Allah the darkness of infidelity
and polytheism which was removed from there to the most extent in that place. He
was established one shrine building for the work of righteousness and advice and he
built one mosque and Eidgah (Eidgah or Idgah is the term used in South Asian
Islamic culture in the open-air gathering place, usually outside the city (or at the
outskirts) to perform the Salat al Eid (Eid prayers) for Eid ul-Fitr and Eid al-Adha.
It is usually a public place that isn't used as a mosque at other times of the year.).
The above details were taken from the book Ayan Watan. The persons who were
attached with Maqdum Jehan, who was preparing a list of the caliphs of
Maqdum Jehan in which his name is found in it. But there is mention of one holy
person Haji Minhaj Uddin and who made a conversation of the introduction of the
duty of the Hajj pilgrimage to the meeting place of Maqdum Jehan and for which
there came anger upon Moulana Muzafar Balqi. And who has shown Kaba on his
sleeve? And who was tolerated anger of the Maqdum Jehan for the showing of the
miracle in the meeting place.If Minhajuddin Rasti is the same Haji Minhaj Uddin
then upon this event who was adopted attachment with Maqdum Jehan and gods
knows in this matter.

Marriage and children: as per the tradition of the book Ayan Watan he was married
to two women. And he has children from both of his wives. The chain of the children
of the second wife, which are found. And from her, there were born three sons as
follows.

1.hazrat Baha Uddin 2.Hazrat Azizuddin 3. Syed Mohammed Maruf. And his
children who are found and are continued and which are found in and around
Phulwari Sharif.
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Successor: Hazrat Azizuddin who was the successor of his father as per reference in
the book Ayan Watan.

Death and burial : Hazrat Minhaj Uddin Rasti who died on 29th Zil Hajj in the year
787 Hegira. He was buried in the Eidgah building which was constructed by him in
the north direction. Afterward, there was a constructed compound around his grave.
There will be held an annual death anniversary (Urs) in every year and in the
custodians of the buildings of the shrine of their time who were participating in the
gathering and have taken part. His grave is in Phulwari which is famous even today
for the fulfillment of desires and wishes of the persons who visit his grave.

28.Syed Waheed Uddin Chilla Kush

Name: Waheeduddin Title: Chilla Kush

Native place: Delhi
Lineage and the genealogical record are as follows: Syed Waheed Uddin Bin Syed
Alauddin Bin Syed Sulaiman Saeed Bin Syed Hasan Bin Syed Abbas Bin Syed
Musa Bin Imam Askari Bin Imam Taqi Bin Imam Jafar Sadiq Bin Imam
Mohammed Baquer Bin Imam Zainal Abideen Bin Imam Hussain Bin Fatima Zahra
Bint Mohammed Rasul Allah.

Parents: There are mentioned the details of his parents in the book of speeches of
Hazrat Maqdum Jehan Yahiah Muniri as known as Qan Pur Nemat in which it is
mentioned as follows.

“ There came the discussion of Syed Waheeduddin in the meeting place of the
Maqdum Jehan then Moulana Karimuddin who asked him “ Sir, Syed, who comes
in the meeting place and who is that holy person. Then Maqdum Jehan told me that
“ He is the nephew of our spiritual master and he is the son of Hazrat Alauddin. And
who was such a holy person who was a master in all knowledge and a successor to
the saint and his connection are higher level. Our spiritual master who has obtained
knowledge of exegesis of the Quran and Hadith (Ḥadīth Arabic: ‫ حدیث‬ḥadīth Arabic
literally means "talk" or "discourse") in Islam refers to what Muslims believe to be
a record of the words, actions, and the silent approval of the Islamic
prophet Muhammad. Hadith has been called "the backbone" of Islamic
civilization, and within that religion, the authority of hadith as a source of religious
law and moral guidance ranks second only to that of the Quran) and both of this
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knowledge he learned from him. He has divided the full week and the schedule is as
follows.
The first-day Islamic law, second-day syntax (Nahu) and argument, third-day
principles and speech, fourth-day Hadith (prophet ‘s saying) and exegesis of the
Quran so in this way, I used to give the teaching of each knowledge in one day. The
learned persons of Delhi who used to visit the Sultan of the Delhi kingdom. But
Aladdin did not go to see the sultan in his court in Delhi. Sometimes the Sultan of
Delhi who used to an announcement by the beat of tom that all holy persons who are
living in Delhi should come in the court of the Sultan of Delhi court. But Syed
Aladdin did not look at the call of the Sultan of the Delhi into his court. Hazrat Zain
Bader Arabi, who said to him that I have heard by the tongue of Syed Waheed Uddin
that my mother and Shaikh Najibuddin Firdousi who belongs to one mother. And
Shaikh Rukanuddin and Nizamuddin who belongs to one mother. Hazrat Maqdum
Jehan, who said that it is quite right.”
Arrival in the presence of the Hazrat Maqdum Jehan :The Hazrat Maqdum Jehan
Sharaf Uddin Yahiah Muniri then he has started work of righteousness and advice
and its fame which was reached around all four corners. And the people who came
towards him in large numbers in his presence. So Waheeduddin Chilla Kush also
went into the presence of the his excellence. And he was engaged in endeavor for
the benefit of the favour from him for this reason. The first proof of his presence of
Maqdum Jehan is that discussion in which there was information available about his
parents at the meeting. And the second proof is available in the
book khwan pur nemat which is as follows.
“ That sister’s son of holy person Najibuddin, Syed Ohauddin who said that upon
hearing the holy name of the prophet some person who keeps fingers on the eyes.
For which there are any Hadith (Tradition of the prophet ) or not in this matter.?
Then Hazrat Maqdum said that the Hadiths which are reliable and famous in this
area or any Hadith which I could not find at any place in this matter. For this reason,
learned persons in my area who did not follow it. And if they see someone who is
following then they did not prohibit this matter. Because it is possible that someone
has seen Hadith Sahih (Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī is one of the Kutub al-Sittah of Sunni
Islam). Whereas, out of all these six major books, the collection of prophetic
traditions, or Hadith in Sahih al-Bukhari, was performed by the Muslim scholar
Muhammad al-Bukhari. It was completed around 846 CE / 232 A) in this or he has
heard in this matter.
In short Hazrat Waheed Uddin Chilla Kush who came into the presence of Hazrat
Maqdum Jehan in Bihar in between the year 749 to 751 Hegira and the fixation
of the year is based on the book Khuwan Pur Nemat. And in between the above
year speeches were collected and from it was known that some compilers of the
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speeches who were written his name as Waheed Uddin and some have written
Ohuddin
Chilla Kasha : Upon pledging at the hands of Maqdum Jehan, he was entered into
the phase of endeavours and mystical exercise. For a longer period of time, he was
engaged in the Chilla (Chilla (Persian: ‫چله‬, Arabic: ‫أربعين‬, both literally "forty") is a
spiritual practice of penance and solitude in Sufis is known mostly in Indian and
Persian traditions. ... The fan Chilla is derived from the Persian
word chehel "forty". Chilla is commonly performed in a solitary cell called a chilla-
khana.) in one deserted place of Arwal. So for the reason, his title was becoming
well known and famous Chilla Kush. After Chilla work, then he was settled down
with his family members in Seza village. The sultan of time who has granted him
Seza village and the area around it for the meeting of the expenses of the shrine
building as a present to him and the deserted area which was habituated slowly.
Marriage and children: He was married to Bibi Barka and who was the daughter of
the Zaki Uddin Bin Maqdum Jehan and from her one son Syed Abdalla commonly
called Sajjad Akbar and one daughter Bibi Fatima Zahra. And his grandson Syed
Abu Mohammed commonly, known as Mohammed Bihari and who has four sons
with him, and two sons have died at an early age. And elder son’s children who are
found in and around this area. And younger son Hazrat Aleemuddin commonly
known as Bheek Shah, who went to Bihar. And who sat on the prayer mat of Hazrat
Maqdum Jehan. And his children who were found in Bihar and still, they are
available there.
Death and burial: The date of his year of death is not known. And his mausoleum is
situated at a distance of many miles from Seza village and he was buried in
Badarabad village and every year there will be holding his annual Urs celebration in
which a large number of visitors who participate from in and around the area.

29.Hazrat Syed Aleem Uddin Gesu Daraz Danish and Neshapuri

Name: Hazrat Syed Aleem Uddin Gesu Daraz title is Danishmand Neshapuri
Native place: Nesshpur
Lineage and genealogical record are as follows: Hazrat Syed Aleemuddin Gesudarz
Danishmand Neshapuri Bin Syed Masood Bin Syed Ahmed Bin Syed Mohammed
Bin Syed Fazal Allah Bin Syed Abdul Ghani Bin Syed Hussain Bin Syed Ibrahim
Bin Syed Ismail Bin Syed Jafer Neshapuri Bin Imam Mohammed Debag Bin Imam
Jafer Sadiq Bin Imam Mohammed Baquer Bin Imam Zain Al-Abidin Bin Imam
Hussain Bin Fatima Zuhra Bint Mohammed Rasul Allah.( From Wasila Sharaf Wa
Zaria Doulat).
Family background: Hazrat Syed Aleemuddin Gesudarz Danishmand Neshapuri
who belongs to the sons of Imam Mohammed Debag and Imam Jafar Sadiq. The
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name of Imam Mohammed Debag’s name was Mohammed. As he was incomparable

in the beauty and maginficance so the people used to call him Debag. There was too
much devotion to him from general and special persons. The caliph Mansur of his
time when he has seen his increasing of the devotion of the persons and he felt danger
for his caliphate so for this he can be lost his caliphate in this matter. So, for this
reason, he has declared him guilty in some case in some way and he was placed him
live in the wall and which is called Immurement (from Latin im- "in"
and murus "wall"; literally "walling in") is a form of imprisonment, usually until
death, in which a person is placed within an enclosed space with no exits. And his
son who was migrated along with his family members to Khurasan and then he went
to Neshapur and he was settled down there and made Neshapur as his native place
and this family till Hazrat Syed Aleemuddin Gesudarz Danishmand Neshapuri who
lived in Neshapur. Regarding his other relatives, there is no information available
on this matter. But his sons who were going to India and settled down in Bihar
Province. And still, his sons are living in Bihar. The compiler of this book in Urdu
edition, Tayyeb Abdali who belongs to the 17th lineage of the Hazrat.
Pledge and caliphate: Hazrat Syed Aleemuddin Gesudarz Danishmand in the search
of the Peer came to India along with his two sons. And he heard his fame and name
of Hazrat Maqdum Jehan Shaikh Sharafuddin Yahiah Muniri so for this reason he
went into his service and was a pledge on his hands and was obtained caliphate from
him.
Return back to the native place: He was found less time to live in the service of
Hazrat Maqdum Jehan. Whatever he got in that period in which he has
done endeavours for getting favours. He was pledged at the hands of his sons in the
chain of Firdousia and he was given caliphate and permission. And he was given
advice for the preaching and propagation mission work to his sons and then he was
returned back to his native place.
Children: His two sons Syed Mohammed Firdouse and Syed Ahmed Firdouse who
have done hard endeavours for the development of the chain of the Firdousia. Syed
Ahmed Firdousi was married to daughter of Hazrat Maqdum Baderuddin Bader
Alam Zahidi’s daughter Hazrat Maqduma Bibi Abdali. With the connection of
Maqduma and his children who were well known and famous as Abdali. Hazrat
Mohammed Firdousi who has spent all his life period without marriage and as a
single. His mausoleum is situated in Nadra village. And Syed Mohammed Fardousi
is taking a final rest at the bank of the river Pimar in the village Mana and on the
platform in the compound area his tomb is situated. At the present time the
village Mana which is empty from his sons. And the persons of his family who were
migrated here and there. At present, his sons are in large number who are living in
the following areas.
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1.Islampura (Nalinda) 2. Munir Sharif 3.Patna. And all of them are engaged in their
family work of the preaching and propagation of Islamic religion.

30.Hazrat Shahabuddin

Name and title: Name Shuhabuddin and title is Shaikh.

Conditions: Hazrat Shahabuddin along with his father Nadimuddin Jelani, who came
over to Delhi and he was met with Hazrat Maqdum Jehan Shaikh Sharafuddin
Ahmed Yahiah Muniri. And there was the effect of his devotion to his heart. And he
was becoming his disciple. Hazrat Maqdum Jehan ,who went to Delhi two times.One
time for the search of the spiritual master and second time to return papers of the
property of the Rajgir to the Sultan of Delhi kingdom. At the time the Sultan Feroz
Shah was ruling In the Delhi kingdom. It can be said most probable that he was met
Maqdum Jehan during his second visit to Delhi, approximately in the year 752
Hegira and he has visited him most probable there at that time and he was entered
into the devotion circle of Hazrat Maqdum Jehan. He was, loved his spiritual master
so much that he was removed from his name, the Syed (Syed in Arabic
means Honorable. Syed refers to a very respected clan in the Arab world i.e. For
people who are descendants of the prophet. Most Arabs refer to Syeds for Spiritual
healing and prayers. However, there are some individuals who claim to be Syed but
are not. Such people bring a bad name to the authentic Syeds.) and added Shaikh in
his name and he was becoming famous and well known with the title of the Shaikh.
When Maqdum Jehan has come back to Bihar then he was also going to Bihar along
with him. And he was settled down in Bihar. And he has spent all his life in
the service of his spiritual master.
Children: The son of Hazrat Shahabuddin Hazrat Minhajuddin who was born in
Jilan. And he comes to Delhi along with his father and grandfather. And from Delhi,
he was coming to Bihar along with his father. In Bihar, he was married to the
daughter of the owner of the village Jabar Darma with Bibi Khadija. And from her
two sons, Hazrat Alauddin and Hazrat Badiuddin and one daughter Um Salma were
born. Hazrat Minhajuddin has received property of one village near Jabar Darma
village and its name becomes famous and well known as per the name of his native
place as Jilan. But the sons of his two sons who were living in the Jabar Dharma
village. These details are taken from the handwritten manuscript known as Jabar
Darma.
Burial place: the death of Hazrat Shubuddin which took place in Bihar and his burial
place is situated in this place. But the year of death is not found.
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31.Hazrat Syed Ahmed Jajnari

In the Bihar Province the ancestor of the Syeds (Syed in Arabic means honourable.
Syed refers to a very respected clan in the Arab world i.e. For people who are
descendants of the prophet.). Hazrat Syed Ahmed Jajnari and his elder son Syed
Mohammed or Syed Mahmud Jajnari. And these two brothers who settled in village
Dahar Rasul in district Goudganu and which a village in Eastern Punjab. The five
generations before Syed Ahmed Jajnari, Syed Rehmatulla who migrated from
village Jajnari from Patiala area who was settled in the village Dahar Rasul. From
Syed Mohammed to Hazrat Badruddin Zaid (Syed Mohammed Ajhi, Syed Hadaya,
Ijahi Syed Syed Abdul Fatah, Ibrahim, Syed Aizuddin Ajhi, Syed Badruddin Zaid)
and these five generations who were living in this village Dahar Rasul. Hazrat
Baderuddin's two sons Syed Mohammed or Mahmud Jajnari and Syed Ahmed
Jagnar left Jagnari village and went to Delhi as per the reference from the book
Sharaf Arab. And from this village, they have migrated in search of employment
during the rule of Mohammed Shah Tuglah.(Mohammed Shah Tuglaq who was sat
in Delhi thrown in the year 725 Hegira and he died on 21 Muharram in the year 752
Hegira.)
Toward Delhi. Upon reaching Delhi they have enrolled themselves in the regiment
of the Sadat Barah in the army of the sultan. In those days the Delhi kingdom which
passing on the condition of stability. There were opened many war fronts of Islamic
war. There were problems before the Islamic army to conquer new areas and also to
control from time to time revolts and as well as to control soldiers of fortune in the
conquered new areas. So there was available good chance to show one’s mettle in
this matter. Syed Ahmed Jajnari and his brother who have participated in some
battles and they have shown their skill and capability and they have obtained the
confidence of the Delhi with a good name.
In short Syed Ahmed Jajnari and his brother came toward Bihar Province in the
year 744 Hegira and in the beginning, they were living in Rahui village.
The period of Syed Ahmed Jajnari :Who was arrived in Bihar province in the year
744 Hegira year and at that time Bihar was becoming the center of the defeated
powers as well as a place of solders of the fortune. And due to their disruption, there
was be upset in the daily life of the public in Bihar Province. But this was one side
of the picture in this matter. But in that period flood of light of Firdousi favour of
the Maqdum Jehan Shaikh Sharafuddin Ahmed Yahiah Muniri’ who was
enlightening the Bihar Province.In Bihar also there was staying at that time cousin
brother of Maqdum Jehan, Hazrat Syed Ahmed Charam Posh. From his Suharwardi
shrine, it is not known how many persons who were able to get their spiritual
thirstiness in this matter.
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In short, if this period if it was a period of disturbance and on the other side, it was
also a period to enlighten the heart and soul at that time. There were decreasing of
the disturbances in the number as per the following half couplet in the Urdu
language.
There were increasing the things of the peace of the heart
Personality: Hazrat Syed Jajnari who was an expert person of the war and suffer
injuries. And he has spent his beginning life in the fights of the battles of the Islamic
Jihad (In classical Islamic law, the term refers to armed struggle against unbelievers,
while modernist Islamic scholars generally equate military jihad with defensive
warfare. In Sufi and pious circles, spiritual and moral jihad has been traditionally
emphasized under the name of greater jihad.).When there was a peace that was
available to him then he returned towards paying attention to Allah. He made his
last headquarters in the village Nadiyanu and where was a big shrine building. (As
per book Sadat Jagnari page 38). And probably he has constructed this shrine
building there. And from this, it is knows his Sufism taste. At present, the village
Nadiyanu is empty from the Muslim population. But the Hindus population in the
village who respects much is mausoleum there. It is true that the personality of the
friends of Allah which will be as such that even after their death the people who give
respect to them.
The lineage and the genealogical record are as follows.

Syed Ahmed Jagnari Bin Hazrat Badruddin Zaid Bin Hazrat Aizuddin Bin Abul
Fatah Ibrahim Bin Syed Hidaya Bin Syed Mohammed Bin Syed Ali Bagh Bin Syed
Ali Masood bin Syed Abu Faras Bin Syed Abu Farah Wasti Bin Syed Dawood Bin
Syed Hussain Bin Syed Yahiah Bin Syed Zaid Thalis Bin Syed Umar Bin Syed Zaid
Thani Bin Syed Ali Bin Syed Hussain Iraqi Bin Syed Ali Iraqi Bin Syed Hussain
Madni Bin Syed Ali Madni Bin Syed Mohammed Bin Syed Eisa Mutam Alashbal
Bin Syed Abul Hasan Zaid Shahid Bin Imam Zainal Abideen Bin Imam Hussain Bin
Fatima Zuhra Bint Mohammed Rasul Allah.

The End.
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