IMAM AHMED RAZA AND HIS IMPACT IN THE WORLD TODAY |
GREAT
BREAKTHROUGH AT THE AL AHZAR UNIVERSITY:
The famous Al Azhar University in Cairo, Egypt has granted permission for a
graduate to research on the topic of A'la Hazrat, Imam Ahmed Raza (radi Allahu anhu) and his services for
Hanafi Fiqah. This research is towards the M.Phil. Degree and Mustaq Ahmed Shah
of Pakistan is doing this research.
IMAM
AHMED RAZA AND MEDICINE (TIBB): Hakeem
Mohammed Saeed Dehlwi, the founder of Madinatul Hikmat University, Karachi
(Research Centre for Unani Medicine) and owner of Hamdard Dawa Khana did
research and compiled A'la Hazrat's (radi
Allahu anhu) theory about medicine. The book is titled, "Imam Ahmed Raza aur
Fann Tibb," and is printed and published in Pakistan.
IMAM
AHMED RAZA FOUNDATION:
The IARF was recently established in the Kerala State India to research and
propagate the teachings of Imam Ahmed Raza (radi Allahu anhu).
NEW
TRANSLATIONS OF IMAM AHMED RAZA PUBLISHED: The
"Islamic Times" of the U.K. has recently published two articles by A'la Hazrat
(radi Allahu anhu). These are: (1) "A
Commentary upon Paper Currency Notes," which was researched and translated by
Dr. Muhammad A. Junejo and (2) "Imam Ahmed Raza and Topology," by Dr. Abdul Naim
Azizi of Jasoli, Bareilly Shareef.
HISTORIC
A'LA HAZRAT MAZAAR STAMP PRINTED BY GOVERNMENT OF INDIA:
The Postal Services Department of the Indian government
have acknowledged the Islamic and Academic services of the great Mujaddid
(Reviver) of Islam, A'la Hazrat, Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Al-Qaderi (radi Allahu anhu). They have printed a
new Indian stamp portraying the Mazaar Shareef of A'la Hazrat (radi Allahu anhu) in full colour. The
words "A'la Hazrat Barelvi" have been printed along the side of the stamp in
English and Hindi. This stamp is currently being sold at all Post Offices in
India. This is India's way of saluting a great genius and Islamic scholar of his
time, A'la Hazrat (radi Allahu
anhu).
RESEARCH
WORK ON IMAM AHMED RAZA KHAN:
Hazrat Maulana Ahmed Raza Khan, an eminent jurist, also known as A'la Hazrat (radi Allahu anhu) was born at Bareilly,
India in 1856. He completed the Holy Quran at the age of four and became
astonishingly well-versed in more than fifty branches of learning, pertaining to
Ancient Sciences, Current Sciences and Oriental Learnings and left contributions
in all these academic disciplines.
At Makkah Mu'azzama and Madina Munawwara, he was visited
by many scholars who received diplomas and fatawas from him. Due to his
distinction in this field, the Islamic world acknowledged him as a great Jurist.
The renowned poet of the East, Dr. Allama Iqbal, remarked, "Such a genius and intelligent Jurist did
not emerge." Despite being well-versed in scores of branches of knowledge,
he restricted his interest to the following branches:
1.
To support and defend the Holy Prophet (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam).
2.
To uproot the innovations prevalent in the Muslim society.
3.
To issue fatawa according to the Hanafi School of Jurisprudence.
In short, he was a Jurist, Theologian and a Reformer
whose life revolved around the motto "Love the Holy Prophet (sallal laahu alaihi
wasallam)." In recognition of this eminent personalities life, the following
researches are being carried out by these individuals, amongst others:
1. Dr. Usha
Saanpaal, Ph.D Colombo University, "Ahmed Raza and the Ahle-Sunnat Wa Jamaat
Movement (1921-1947)", Oxford University, Press, New Delhi.
2. Dr. Ghulaam
Qureshi Dastageer, who translated A'la Hazrat's Qalaam in English which was
published in the "Islamic Times" U.K.
3. Muhammed
Muazzam Ali who wrote "Fundamental Faith of Islam -Treaties of Ahmed Raza”
4. Prof. J.M.
Baljo of Leiden University, Holland, who presented and delivered research
material on A'la Hazrat at an international forum.
5. British scholar, Dr Muhammad Haroon, who has compiled a
thesis on "The World Importance of Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Bareilly."
RESEARCH
AND TRANSLATION OF A'LA HAZRAT'S WORKS:
A'la Hazrat, Imam Ahmed Raza Khan (radi
Allahu anhu), the Muslim Revivalist (Mujaddid) of the previous Islamic
Century, wrote and compiled numerous commentaries and treatises on various
topics. As an author, Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Al-Qaderi (radi Allahu anhu) has left to his
credit more than a thousand books on fifty different subjects ranging from
Tafseer, Logic, Grammar, Literature, Islamic Jurisprudence, Education,
Sociology, Astronomy, Mathematics, Physics, History, Science of History,
Engineering, Biographies, Philosophy, Mysticism to Persian, Arabic, Urdu and
Hindi Literature. His poetry includes such works as "Mustapha Jaan-e-Rahmat."
At present, many Islamic and Western universities,
colleges and Darul Uloom's, throughout the world, are researching and
translating the works of this great Muslim scholar. Some of the countries in
which research is being carried out are: India, Pakistan, United States of
America, England, Holland, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and South Africa. Perhaps one of
his more famous scientific theories lies in his proof that the sun and other
bodies revolve around the earth!
UNIVERSITIES
CONDUCTING RESEARCH ON A'LA HAZRAT'S WORKS:
More than twenty five Universities throughout the world are actively researching
the works of the great Islamic Scholar and Saint, A'la Hazrat (radi Allahu anhu).
"KANZUL
IMAAN" NOW AVAILABLE: "Kanzul
Imaan", the internationally renowned Urdu translation of the Holy Quran by A'la
Hazrat, Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Al-Qaderi (radi Allahu anhu) has been translated
into the English language by many Islamic scholars.
This momentous task was first undertaken by Professor
Fatimi, a highly acclaimed academic of the University of Kuwait. He had it
published in Karachi, Pakistan. The second translation was undertaken by
Professor Shah Fareedul Haq of Pakistan and was published in India and Pakistan.
The commentary notes on "Kanzul Imaan" by Sadrul Faadhil, Maulana Na'eemuddeen
Muradabadi (rahmatullah alaihi) has
been translated into the English language by Dr. Professor Majeedullah of
Lahore, Pakistan.
A'la Hazrat, Imam Ahmed Raza's (radi Allahu anhu) translation of the
Holy Quran - "Kanzul Imaan" - is now available from our offices. This
translation of the Holy Quran is in the English language, but is without a
commentary (Tafseer). It is a must in every Muslim home.
KANZUL
IMAAN IN SINDHI: The
Urdu translation of the Quran, "Kanzul Imaan" by A'la Hazrat, Imam Ahmed Raza
Khan (radi Allahu anhu) has been
translated into the Sindhi language by Mufti Muhammad Raheem Sikandari.
KANZUL
IMAN - HOLY QURAN IN CREOLE LANGUAGE: In
Mauritius A'la Hazrat's Kanzul Iman has been translated into the Creole
language, thanks to the combined effort of Maulana Mansoor and Maulana Najeeb of
Mauritius. This historic translation of the Holy Quran was first published on
17-01-96 under the guidance and patronage of the Khatib of the Jaame Masjid
Mauritius, Hazrat Allama Shameem Ashraf Azhari. Many Ulema and politicians also
partook in this great service. The translation was greatly welcomed and accepted
by all.
NEW
RESEARCH MATERIAL ON A'LA HAZRAT (RADI ALLAHU ANHU):
Three new research thesis on A'la Hazrat (radi Allahu anhu) by Professor Dr.
Muhammad Mas'ood Ahmad was published in Pakistan. Two of his books, viz.
"Fundamental Faith of Islam" and "Imam Ahmad Raza - The Reformer of the Muslim
World", are in English
and one in Arabic. Whilst numerous books and research on
A'la Hazrat (radi Allahu anhu) has been published in Urdu, only a limited
material is available in English and Arabic. This move is, therefore, greatly
encouraged. (Ashrafia Monthly
Mubarakpur)
PH.D
ON A'LA HADRAT:
Twenty-one (21) Scholars in Pakistan have completed their research works on A'la
Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) and have
received their Doctrate. Amongst them were:
1. Professor Dr Hafiz Abdul Baari Siddiqi
2. Professor Dr Majeedullah Qaaderi, who is also doing a
indepth research on the works of A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu).
FATAWA
RADAWIYYAH: Alhamdulillah, eleven
volumes of A'la Hazrat's (radi Allahu
anhu) scholarly work "Fatawa Radawiyyah" has now been published by Darul Uloom
Amjadiya under the expert supervision of Qari Raza-ul-Mustapha Azmi. This famous
work, which contains hundreds of questions and answers pertaining to almost
every aspect of Islamic life, is in the Urdu language. It is available from
Sartaj.
T.V.
DOCUMENTARY ON A'LA HAZRAT: An
investigative and informative documentary on the life and services of A'la
Hazrat (radi Allahu anhu) was
broadcast by the National Pakistan Television. It was featured as a special
programme of "Television Encyclopedia." This programme was unanimously applauded
and due to popular public demand it was presented once again on the occasion of
Urs-e-Razvi. Consequently, a learned and well-known scholar of "Razviat," Sayyed
Aarif Ali Razvi, of Kalyaan Bombay has exhorted the Doordarshan, India's state
television channel, to present an indepth documentary on the life of Imam Ahmed
Raza (radi Allahu anhu).
A'LA
HAZRAT'S HISTORY INCLUDED IN ENCYCLOPEDIA: The
Islamic book publications section of the Punjab University is to launch a new
Urdu Encyclopedia of Islam. In the 10th volume, pages 278 to 287, incorporates a
brief history of the life and works of A'la Hazrat, Imam-e-Ahle Sunnat, Imam
Ahmed Raza Khan (radi Allahu anhu).
This brief history was prepared by Professor Dr Muhammad Ma'sud Ahmed, M.A.
Phd., on the request of Dr.Sayed Abdullah.
RESEARCH
ON A'LA HAZRAT'S "FAUZ-E-MOBEEN": Scientists
from the Allama Iqbal Open University in Islamabad have taken a keen interest in
researching A'la Hazrat's (radi Allahu
anhu) "Fauz-e-Mobeen" which deals with the movement of the sun and planets
around the earth. At present, research is about to commence on the subject.
CHRISTIAN
CONVERTS TO ISLAM AFTER READING "KANZUL IMAAN": In 1974, Dr. Hannif Faatimi
of London University brought the Professor of Kuwait an English translation of "Kanzul Imaan" (A'la
Hazrat's translation of the Holy Quran) for printing. Prof. Faatimi at that time
had met a Christian scholar who had revealed that he was interested in reading
more about Islam. Prof. Faatimi was two-minded about giving him an English copy
of Kanzul Imaan. Eventually, he gave him a copy to read. The Christian scholar,
after reading this translation, accepted Islam.
SUNNI BOOKS AVAILABLE FROM OVERSEAS: IDARA-E-MAS'UDIA -
PAKISTAN
1. The
Novelties (English Version of the Urdu treatise "Na'iy Na'iy Batain") by Dr. Muhammad Mas'ud Ahmed M.A., Ph.D.,
Gold Medalist
2. Respect and
Reverence (English Version of the Urdu treatise "Ta'zim-o-Tawqir") by Dr. Muhammad Mas'ud Ahmed
3. Eids of Eids
(Festivity above all Festivities) by Dr. Muhammad Mas'ud Ahmed
4. Spiritual
Significance of Affinity (English Version of the Urdu treatise "Nisbaton Ki
Baharain") by Dr. Muhammad Ma'sud
Ahmed
5. The Knowledge
of the Unseen (English Version of the Urdu Treatise "I'lm-i-Ghayb") by Dr. Muhammad Mas'ud Ahmed
Available from: Idara-e-Mas'udia, 6/2, 5-E Nazimabad,
Karachi - 74600, Sindh, Pakistan
SUNNI
BOOKS AVAILABLE FROM RAZA ACADEMY
- UNITED KINGDOM
1. Why I accepted
Islam by Dr. Muhammad Haroon
2. Islam and
Punishment by Dr. Muhammad
Haroon
3. Eid Milad an
Nabi by Dr. Muhammad Haroon
4. Islam and the
Limits of Science by Dr. Muhammad
Haroon
5. Importance of
Truth of Holy Quran by Dr. Muhammad
Haroon
6. The World
Importance of Imam Ahmed Raza by Dr.
Muhammad Haroon
7. Imam Ahmed
Raza and British Converts to Islam by
Dr. Muhammad Haroon
8. The Prophet of
Mankind by Prof. G.D.
Qureshi
9. Islamic
Concept of Knowledge by Imam Ahmed
Raza
10. Parents
Obligations to Children by Imam Ahmed
Raza
11. Sunni Islam
and the Rule of Allah Alone by Dr.
Muhammad Haroon
12. The Roots of
Islamic Fundamentalism by Dr.
Muhammad Rizvi
13. Sufism in
Perspective by Imam Ahmed
Raza
14. The World
Importance of Ghaus-al-Azam Hazrat Sheikh Muhyiddin Abdul Qadir Jilan (radi
Allahu anhu) by Dr. Muhammad
Haroon
Write to: Raza Academy, 16 Carmichael Street, Edgeley,
Stockport SK3 9JX, United Kingdom
NEW SUNNI BOOKS FROM LONDON
The Ahle Sunnat Wal Jamaat (London) has published three
new books: (1) Satanic Scholars (2) The Greater Majority - The Group of
Salvation (3) Did the Holy Prophet (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam) possess a
shadow? To obtain these books send and other free literature send a large SASE
to: Ahle Sunnat Wal Jamaat (South London), P.O. Box 4281, London, SW18 1EF,
U.K.