Author: Ali Shan

Faqr is an Arabic word commonly understood among the masses as poverty, destitution, and hardship. It literally means indigence, but mystics describe it as the purpose of a person’s life, about which the Prophet said: “Faqr is my pride, and Faqr is from me.” Faqr represents a spiritual state in which a person becomes indifferent to all material needs, focusing solely on Allah’s will. This is why, in every situation, they maintain conformity with divine predestination. They neither ask Allah for anything other than His proximity, nor do they desire or need anything except Him. Sufi Saints unlock the divine…

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An overview of the objections to the Al-Raee theory First Objection The first objection states that Prophet Muhammad is from the ninth generation of Lu’ay, while Saleem Al-Raee is from the sixth generation, suggesting it’s impossible for the ninth generation to come before the sixth. Argument Against the First Objection One argument against this objection is that sometimes children are born and married at younger ages. This leads to generations changing more quickly. In contrast, if marriages and births happen later, the generation grows more slowly. There are many examples of this today. For instance, Ubaydah ibn al-Harith and his…

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Habib Al-Raee is considered the ancestor of the Arains. The title “Raee” eventually changed over time to Ra’een, Ara’een, and then Arain. Shaikh Habib’s son, Haleem Al-Raee, also came to India with Mohammad ibn al-Qasim to spread Islam. Connection with Salman the Persian Habib Al-Raee was a respected Tabi’un saint, which means he lived at the same time as the Companions of the Prophet Muhammad and learned from them. Salman the Persian, who was part of the al-Suffa group, is considered an important figure in mysticism and spirituality. He was trained by the Prophet and is seen as a key…

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There are different traditions about the background of Arain community. One thing that everyone agrees upon is that they are Arabs and came to India in 712 AD. (92 AH) with Mohammad ibn Qasim. History unanimously accepted and proved this theory after much research. Background Al-Hajjaj ibn Yusuf, a key governor of the Umayyad Caliphate, ordered Mohammad ibn Qasim to attack India. During this time, the Muslim empire was growing quickly, and as they conquered new lands, they spread Islamic teachings and gained many converts through their good behavior and preaching. The Muslim army included not just soldiers but also…

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Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen has put a lot of effort into spreading the teachings of Faqr, Ism-e-Allah Zaat, and Ism-e-Mohammad (S.A.W). He uses books, websites, Facebook, social media pages, TikTok videos, and all sorts of platforms to promote Faqr. Ism-e-Allah Zaat Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen Sultan Mohammad Najib-ur-Rehman plays a vital role in guiding people toward a spiritual path using Ism-e-Allah Zaat, the personal name of Allah. This name includes all Divine attributes and connects seekers directly to Allah, leading to spiritual enlightenment. Traditionally, the invocation of Ism-e-Allah Zaat was limited to a few, but Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen has made it available to many, helping them become true…

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On every occasion, Sultan ul Faqr Publications has published new books. This year, on 12 Rabi ul Awal 1446 AH, they released two new titles: Risala Roohi Sharif and Haqeeqat-e-Eid Milad-ul-Nabi. English translations Risala Roohi Sharif Celebration of Mawlid al-Nabi For Urdu translations Risala Roohi Sharif Haqeeqat-e-Eid Milad-ul-Nabi Introduction about Books Celebration of Mawlid al-Nabi The lord of the worlds Prophet Mohammad (pbuh) privileged humanity by manifesting in the world which was in a state of utter chaos before him. Mawlid or the birthday of Allah’s beloved Prophet Mohammad was celebrated with all the unheretical practices for approximately thirteen hundred…

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During Eid Milad-un-Nabi (SAW), which celebrates the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW), reciting Darood is a key tradition. Darood is a special prayer that sends blessings and peace to the Prophet. This practice shows how much Muslims love and respect the Prophet and helps them feel closer to him. People come together in mosques and homes to recite Darood, remembering the Prophet’s teachings and asking for his blessings. This not only honors the Prophet but also brings people together, strengthening their faith and sense of community. As Muslims celebrate this important day, reciting Darood is a way to show…

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Faqr is the knowledge of Divine vision and beholding Allah is the grandest reward for the one who treads this path. The term for its achiever is ‘Mystic’. He is the one who worships Allah while seeing Him as he has surpassed the initial stage of certainty which is through knowledge to the final level which is in fact truth. Quotes of Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen about Divine Vision are given below: In order to attain more information about Divine Vision please Refer to this book For more news and updates click here

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Hazrat Shah Rukn-e-Alam (RA) is a celebrated Sufi saint known for his role in bringing people together spiritually. Born in the 13th century in Multan, Pakistan, he was a deeply respected figure whose teachings helped unite people from different backgrounds. His life and message were centered around love, tolerance, and understanding, which drew many to his side and encouraged harmony among various communities. One day, his grandfather, Shaykh Bahauddin Zakariya رَحْمَةُ الـلّٰـهِ عَلَيْه, had taken off his Imamah and placed it on the bedstead. Shah Rukn-e-Alam, who was four years old at the time, picked up his grandfather’s Imamah and…

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Sultan ul Auliya Sultan Mohammad Abdul Aziz rehmat-ul-Allah alayh holds the status of 29th Shaikh of Sarwari Qadri order. He was born on March 12, 1911 (12th Rabi al-awwal 1329 Hijri) in Garh Maharaja, Jhung, Pakistan. His lineage links back to Sultan Bahoo in eighth generation. He was born circumcised and with cut naval which are signs that he was undoubtedly a Saint by birth. His father, Sultan Fateh Mohammad was a Dervish and Mystic. Vision of spiritual guide as first sight After birth Sultan Mohammad Abdul Aziz did not open his eyes until the seventh day. His father worriedly…

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