After completing his literary work, Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen received the command to establish the center of Faqr from the Mohammadan Assembly. Thus, he laid the foundation of the Khanqah Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen and Zahra Mosque in Rangil Pur Sharif, Sundar Adda, Multan Road, Lahore. As the construction of these sacred institutions neared completion, Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen, in line with the Sunnah of Prophet Mohammad, decided to maintain a stable of horses. To fulfill this noble purpose, he directed the creation of a stable near Khanqah Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen. Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen named his very first horse “Atlas.” He chose this name with utmost reverence and in memory of his beloved spiritual guide, Sultan-ul-Faqr VI, who also had a favorite horse named Atlas. Sultan-ul-Faqr VI had a deep affection for horses and meticulously cared for them. As a result, Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen possesses comprehensive knowledge regarding horse care, issues, and diseases. He consistently provides timely guidance to the stable caretakers. Each year, during the grand gatherings of Mawlid an-Nabi, the head of the stable beautifully adorns horses and displays them in front of the event venue. After the event concludes, seekers of Allah find joy in visiting these majestic creatures.
Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen immersed himself so deeply in the love of his spiritual guide that his actions became a true reflection of it. Embracing every action and tradition of his spiritual guide is an expression of Sultan al-Ashiqeen’s love for his spiritual guide. Sultan Mohammad Asghar Ali also had immense love for horse and so does Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen.
Horses of Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen:
- Shahbaz
- Kabootra
- Chan
- Sher Dil
- Nageena
- Atlas
