Monthly Archives: July 2006

The levels of Relationship with the Sheikh

Sayyidi wa sanadi Hazrat Mufti Mohammad Taqi Usmani sahib db said while explaining the Sheikh-mureed relationship;

“My Sheikh ra used to say that there are three levels of relationship with the Sheikh.

First is the ‘aqidet’ (reverence). That is, being impressed by Sheikh’s reputation of either scholarly knowledge, or piety or association with pious predecessors, or affectionately guiding disciples, a feeling of respect and desire to benefit from him arises. This is the first stage.

Second stage is that of ‘munasbet’ (congeniality). That is, on hearing Sheikh’s advice the aspirant readily accepts it and feels as though the words are pouring directly into his heart. The advice seems to be aimed directly at him. It appears to addresses his own spiritual ailments. Most importantly it does not stir any significant negative thoughts and criticism.

The final stage is that of ‘muhabbet’ (love). That is, being in association with the Sheikh for some time gradually a desire strengthens to benefit from him abundantly, to visit him often, to hear his advice and act accordingly. This is the desired level necessary for benefiting from the Sheikh. It is at this stage taking bayah is most useful. And it is the usual practice in the tareeq of Hazrat Hakeemul Ummat Mawlana Asharf Ali Thanawi ra to take bayat at this stage.

Waaz: 9th July 2006, Sunday, Masjid Darul Uloom, Karachi

What is husun e ikhlaq? How to acquire it?

Sayyidi wa sanadi Hazrat Mufti Mohammad Taqi Usmani sahib db said:

“In reality ikhlaq (moral character) is a condition/state of the heart.

Its manifestation is by our limbs and other body parts.

That is, in one’s heart there is aspiration for benefiting and loving the whole creation of Allah SWT. Even, if they are enemies or infidels. This is a result of reflecting that all this has been created by my Lord, Allah SWT and therefore I must love them and deal with them in a good manner.

Firstly, these feeling arise and then actions are done accordingly.

For example, a smile that arises after such feeling is not an artificial smile to win over others’ liking. It is an essential and logical reaction to one’s feelings.

These morals can neither be acquired by reading books nor listening to spiritual discourses alone.

To acquire them it is essential to stay in the company of a mentor and a musleh (Sheikh).

The true goal of tasawwuf and all this Sheikh-mureed relationship is to develop the praise worthy morals and to get rid of the blame worthy morals from one’s self.”

Khandani huqooq o faraiz, page 188

Importance of Daily Wird

Hazrat Hakeemul Ummat Mawlana Ashraf Ali Thanawi ra said;

“Routine daily ma’moolat (wird), though it may be nawafil (extra/noncompulsory worship) should not be skipped at all, as much as possible.

If they can not be executed at their scheduled time, they must be done later.

Harms of skipping them all together is evident from this saying:

من لا ورد لہ لا وارد لہ

(That is, an individual without a wird is at loss and does not recieve Divinely guiding thoughts.)

At-Takashuf, page 295

Taqwa & Marriage

Addressing a nikah ceremony, Sayyidi wa sanadi Hazrat Mufti Mohammad Taqi Usmani sahib db said;
“In reality without “taqwa” and fear of Allah SWT none of the worldly task can be done effectively.

Especially,  affairs related to marriage. That is, fulfilling the rights and obligations of being a husband and wife can not be done without having “taqwa“.

Waaz:Shadi karo laykin Allah SWT say darao, Khandani Haqooq o faraiz, page 110

Parents’ Approval for Tabligh

A mureed wrote:

The tablighi jammat people are insisting that I should join them for a tabligh trip. However, my parents are against it, especially under the present (disturbed law and order) condition is the country.

Sayyidi wa sanadi Hazrat Mufti Mohammad Taqi Usmani sahib db replied;

“Obeying parents’ orders is ‘faraz e ayn’ (absolutely essential).

It should be given priority.

You should not go without their approval at all.”

Islahi khutoot