Author: Ali Shan

The Arain community is believed to be of Arab origin, having arrived in India in 712 AD (92 AH) with Mohammad ibn Qasim. This theory has been widely accepted and proven through extensive historical research. Mohammad ibn Qasim attacked India on the orders of Al-Hajjaj ibn Yusuf during the Umayyad Caliphate’s expansion. The Muslim army included soldiers, professionals, and scholars, who established colonies and spread Islam through moral conduct and preaching, converting many to Islam. First Research on the History of Arains: In 1919, Mohammad Akbar Ali Sufi researched the history of the Arain community and wrote about it in…

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Sultan Bahoo has neither called his teachings mysticism nor spirituality rather he titled them Faqr. Faqr is an Arabic word and is commonly known among the masses as poverty, destitution and hard times. It literally means indigence but Mystics describe it as that purpose of a person’s life about which the Prophet said:  الْفَقْرُ فَخْرِى وَالْفَقْرُ مِنِّي  Meaning: Faqr is my pride and Faqr is from me. الْفَقْرُ فَخْرِى وَالْفَقْرُ مِنِّي فَأَفْتَخِرُّ عَلَى سَابِرِ الْأَنْبِيَاءِ وَالْمُرْسَلِينِ  Meaning: Faqr is my pride and Faqr is from me and Faqr is the reason of my superiority over all the Prophets and Messengers. …

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From January 10th to 12th, a book fair named Education Expo Book Fair was held, where Sultan ul Faqr Publications participated actively. This event attracted visitors from around the world who gained immense spiritual and literary benefits from the books published by Sultan ul Faqr Publications. Sultan ul Faqr Publications is an integral part of Tehreek Dawat-e-Faqr, founded by Sultan ul Ashiqeen Madzillah ul Aqdas, the 31st spiritual guide of the Sarwari Qadri Order. The publications include a diverse collection of books on Sufism, the teachings of Sultan Bahoo, the wisdom of Syedna Ghaus-ul-Azam R.A., and the spiritual guidance of…

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The weekly event, Bazm-e-Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen, takes place at Khanqah Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen and welcomes people from all over the country who seek spiritual guidance and enlightenment from Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen, the 31st spiritual leader of the Sarwari Qadri Order. This spiritual order began with the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and was passed to Hazrat Ali (RA). It has been carried forward by great saints like Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jilani (RA), Sultan Bahoo (RA), Sultan Asghar Ali (RA), and now Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen. The event follows a simple program that includes recitation of the Holy Quran, praises for the Holy Prophet (PBUH), a moral speech, prayers (Dua), and…

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In today’s fast-paced world, technology has transformed cities into urban hubs where every facility, such as medical care, education, food, and other basic needs, is easily accessible. On the other hand, villages or rural areas often lag behind due to a lack of technological advancement. With the rapid growth of technology, Sufi practices have found new ways to flourish in urban areas. These practices are regaining popularity in cities because they attract people with their simplicity, truthfulness, and loving nature. Key Sufi Practices Sufi practices include: Technology, particularly in urban areas, has made it easier to spread these practices. Role…

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One cannot describe Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen’s unprecedented and marvelous personality in words as there aren’t any words matching to his grandeur. Moreover, only Allah can describe the splendor of His beloveds. Therefore, we attempted to describe the amazing personality of Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen with reference of the verses of Quran and Hadiths.  Indeed, the following verses truly reflect his persona Piety and righteousness اِنَّ اَکْرَمَکُمْ عِنْدَ اللّٰہِ اَتْقَکُمْ Meaning: The noblest amongst you near Allah is the one who is the most pious. (49:13) Spiritual self- Indeed, Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen is the mirror of Divine Truth. As it is said in the following verses اَلْمُوْمِنُ مِرْاَۃُ الرَّحْمٰنِ …

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In the history of Islam the movement of ‘spiritual orders’ proved to be the most powerful, honourable, long lasting and successful among all others. The reason behind its success is closeness and gnosis of Allah which occupies one’s inward completely. Islam has its esoteric and exoteric perspectives. The exoteric aspect of Islam is sharia and esoteric is Sufism which leads to the reality and gnosis. Hazrat Ali and Faqr First of all, Ali ibn Abi Talib requested Prophet Mohammad for gnosis of Allah. In this regard Shaikh Abdul Qadir Jilani says:First of all Ali ibn Abi Talib sought the easiest…

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The weekly event, Bazm-e-Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen, takes place at the Khanqah Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen and draws spiritual seekers from all over the country. They come to gain enlightenment and guidance from Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen, the 31st spiritual leader of the Sarwari Qadri Order. The Sarwari Qadri Order traces its lineage back to the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and was passed on to Hazrat Ali (RA). This spiritual chain has continued through renowned saints such as Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jilani (RA), Sultan Bahoo (RA), Sultan Asghar Ali (RA), and now, Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen. The event follows a structured format: Recitation of the Holy Quran, Salutations upon the Holy Prophet…

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A weekly event, Bazm-e-Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen, is held at the Khanqah Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen. This spiritual gathering attracts seekers from across the country who come to benefit from the spiritual guidance of Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen, the 31st spiritual guide of the Sarwari Qadri Order. The Sarwari Qadri Order is a chain of spiritual guidance that originates from Hazrat Mohammad (S.A.W) and was passed to Hazrat Ali (RA). It then continued through great spiritual personalities like Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jilani (RA), Sultan Bahoo (RA), Sultan Asghar Ali (RA), and now to Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen. The event follows a structured format: Recitation of the Holy Quran, Salutations upon the Holy…

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Ever since the human being stepped on the earth, questions have been arising in his mind such as: Who am I? Whenever humans strived to search for the answers to these questions, Allah sent His Prophets and Messengers on every territory of the earth for their guidance who had been satisfying them regarding such queries. The purpose of creation of man is to gain the recognition and gnosis of Allah. Now the question arises, how can a man recognize Allah? Its method is told in the following Hadith: مَنْ عَرَفَ نَفْسَہُ فَقَدْ عَرَفَ رَ بَّہُ Meaning: Whoever recognized his…

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