IMAM AHMED RAZA AND HIS IMPACT IN THE WORLD TODAY
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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