Topic: THE BLESSED LIFE OF GAUS-E-AAZAM SHAIKH ABDUL QADIR JILANI(RADIYALLAHU ANHU)

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Educational Services
Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him) was a teacher as well as Shaikh of Tariqat. He took special care of students and improved the arrangement in his Jamia for the students. He provided many facilities for them and in turn made them study. He was attentive to all the students and personally taught them. Also other reputed teachers taught various other subjects. Morning session was reserved for Qur’aan, Hadis, Fiqh and Arabic literature. In the afternoons Sarf-wa-Nahw and Tajweed (Arabic grammar) was taught. In the evening between Asr and Magrib the lessons taught in the mornings were revised and students were tested. In the primary class Qur’aan was taught as a reading exercise.

All the students who graduated from Jamia acquired excellence in their field of subject. The students were advised to establish institutions in their own native places and spread Islam and root out ignorance. Many students became eminent scholars and some even became famous as saints.

1. Shaikh Abu Muhammed bin Adul Ajaba.
2. Shaikh Umar bin Masood Al Bazaz.
3. Shaikh Abdul Momin bin Ali.
4. Shaikh Umar bin Al Madan.
5. Shaikh Abdul Rehman bin Baqa, etc.
Abu Muhammed Al Khasiab became a celebrated scholar of sarf-wa-Nahw.

Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him) delivered sermons thrice a week
1. At the ldgah on Friday nights.
2. At the madressa on Tuesday nights.
3. At the Musafir Khana on Wednesday mornings. Many people came to hear his discourses. Every day in the mornings and afternoons, he gave lessons on Tafsir (commentary) on Qur’aan and Hadis, and principles of Islamic law. After the afternoon prayer (Zuhar) he issued fatwas (verdicts) on legal questions presented to him from all over the world. After Magrib he would break his fast and distribute food among the poor and then eat his meal. After Isha he would retire to his chamber and pass his nights in worship of Allah and prayer and zikr. He served humanity during the day and served Allah, his Creator in the night.

Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him) being a very learned and knowledgeable man compiled several letters (books).

1. Al Fatha Al Rabbani. It is a collection of 60 discourses (545 AH). Many people used to note down his sermons e.g. Hazrat Afifuddin Al Mubarak. In 1251AH due to Halaku invasion many valuable works were destroyed.

2. Futuh al Gaib. This book consists of 80 discourses. It comprises of a variety of subjects with reference to Qur’aan or Hadis. It also discusses mysticism and topics like fana (extinction), baqa (immortality), etc.

3. Guniyat ut Talibeen. This book is based on the fatwas issued by Hazrat Abdul Qaadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him) on the subjects of prayer, Hajji, Zakaat, fiqh, etc. This ethical and ritual treatise enlightens the religious aspects of prayers and observance of the tenets of islam.

4. Hasb Basha-e-ul Khairat. 5. Jala ul Khatir. 6. Sirrul Asrar. This booklet on Tasawwuf (mysticism and sifism) is kept in the Jamia or Madressa-e-Qadiriya at Dargah Sharif of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him). 7. Raza-ur- Rafzia. This manuscript is also on mysticism and kept in the Madressa-e-Qadiriya. 8. Saboo Sharif 9. Jalal ul Khatir fil Batin ul Zahir 10. Kibriyat-e- Ahsar. 11. Tafsir-e-Qur’aan. This commentary of the Holy Qur’aan by Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him) is not yet published. It is a set of 2 volumes and is lodged in the Rashid Kiram library in Tarabhas, Syria. 12. Malfuzat. This book is a collection of the sayings of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him).

13. Letters. Many letters of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) to his mureeds and followers have been preserved. These letters in Persian are clear and lucid, containing personal matters, advice, affection and express mysticism. Also many quotations from the Qur’aan and Hadis have a place in these letters.

14. Qasidah-e-Gausia. Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) wrote many poems in praise of Allah and Allah’s Messenger. Here he praises Allah and thanks Allah for all his benefactions on him. It explains the rank and role of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him). There are many spiritual benefits on reciting the Qasidah and many wishes have been fulfilled by the Grace of Allah.

15. Divan it consists of a collection of his Persian verses. Inspite of his knowledge and position Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) had great faith in Allah.

He was immersed in the love of Allah but was conscious of being a true Muslim and aware of doing good and avoiding forbidden things as revealed in the Qur’aan and practices by Allah’s Messenger. He was tested by Allah and due to his complete surrender to Allah’s will he earned the nearness and pleasure of Allah. One day Satan appeared before Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) and introduced himself as Hazrat Jibreel (Peace be on him). He said that he had brought Buraq from Allah as Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) had been invited by Allah to the highest heavens. Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) prayed Ta-wooz i.e. A-oo-zu-bil-lah and said that the speaker was none other than Satan, as Hazrat Jibreel (Peace be on him) and Buraq could come only for Allah’s Messenger Sallallahu Alaihi wa Sallam and for no on else. Satan praised Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) and said the he had saved himself from Satan by his powerful knowledge. But Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) retorted that it was due to Allah’s Grace and not his knowledge that he had escaped from Satan’s trap.

Shaikh Ziauddin Abi Naser Musa, son of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) relates that once Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani was wandering in the wild deserts and was without food and drink for several days. Suddenly clouds gathered and rain showered down. Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani quenched his thrist and thanked Allah. Soon a light appeared on the horizon and a voice said, “I approve of all your prayer and hardship and vigils that you have taken for my sake. I am Allah and reward you by making all unlawful (haraam) things lawful for you. “On hearing this Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) recited, “I seek the protection of Allah from Satan accursed. (“Ta-wooz). At this the light disappeared, again a voice was heard saying, “ O Abdul Qadir Jilani, your knowledge and scholarly excellence has saved you. I have deceived at least 70 saints.” Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) replied that he had been saved by the Grace of Allah and not by his knowledge or scholarly excellence. When Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) was asked how he could recognize the Satan so easily, he informed that making unlawful things lawful was inconsistent with the Shariat and wrong could not have been from Allah. Also when Haraam things were not allowed to Allah’s Messenger Sallallahu Alaihi wa Sallam then how could it be allowed to any other person. It was his deep concentration and unshakable faith in Allah and the love for Allah and Allah’s Messenger that he became close to Allah and came to be known as Mehboob-e- Subhaani. Allah accepted his prayers and fulfilled his request and when he prayed for others Allah showered His blessings on them.

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Desciples and Family
Many of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani's (Allah's mercy be on him) contemporaries and older saints respected him and accepted his unique elevated position. They said, 'Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani was honoured by Allah and enjoyed highest spiritual status and nearness to Allah.' He was courteous, affectionate to the poor and to the lovers of knowledge and strict with wrongdoers. He never stood up for the caliphs and never accepted their invitations. The caliphs respected Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) and when they received letters from him to redress the wrong, they would do it immediately.

Through generations, historians, mystic poets and scholars have praised Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) and have expressed high opinion about him in their books.

Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) established the Tarique-Qadiri i.e. Qadri order on the traditions set by Allah’s Messenger, which was followed by his Companions and by their followers (Taa-ba-in). The ideal as preached by Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) is to be lost in the service of Allah, absolute dedication to Allah, love of the Prophet, to avoid evil and worldly pleasures, and to do service to humanity modeled upon the life of Allah’s Messenger Sallallahu Alaihi wa Sallam. This is Tasawwuf. The objective of the Qadriya order is to practice Taqwa (fear of Allah) and to establish society on sublime values.

All the illustrious sons of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) and many of his mureeds were elevated to khilafat by him. Some are :

1. Shah Abu Umar Qureshi Marzook
2. Shaikh Qareeb Alban Mosali
3. Shaikh Ahmed bin Mubarak
4. Shaikh Abu Saeed Shibli
5. Shaikh Shahabuddin Suharwardy
6. Shaikh Sayed Ahmed Rafai, etc.

Numerour followers of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) carried the torch of Qadiriya order to different countries of the world, e.g.

1. Shaikh Usman Morwadi Lal Baz Qalandar (Shewan Sharif, Sind, Pakistan)
2. Sayed Mubarak Haqani (Uch Sharif, Punjab)
3. Shaikh Aman Panipati
4. Shaikh Bahauddin Junedi (Sirhind, India)
5. Sayedna Abdullah Sahani (Thatta, Pakistan)
6. Shah Abul Muali Qadiri (Lahore, Pakistan)

Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) was fifty years old when decided to get married so as to follow the sunnah of Allah’s Messenger Sallallahu Alaihi wa Sallam. His first marriage took place in 520 AH 1126 AD. It was an honour to give one’s daughter in marriage to the most revered and respected saint like Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him). Altogether Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) had 4 wives.

1. Sayyida Bibi Madina d/o Syed Mir Mohammed.
2. Sayeda Bibi Sadiqa d/o Syed Mohammed. Shafi
3. Sayyida Bibi Mu'minah
4. Sayyida Bibi Mahboobah

His wives had great regard for him and there was mutual understanding amongst them. Inspite of being busy at the Jamia and prayer, Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) used to devote time to his family. His house was adjacent to his Jamia wherein all his four wives resided in separate rooms. He had about 49 children. Out of them 27 were sons and 22 daughters. Many died in infancy and childhood.

Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) was a loving husband and an affectionate father. He gave personal attention to his children and also taught them. They were also sent to learned teachers and became famous.

Only about 4 daughter have come to light.
1. Sayyida Khadija
2. Sayyida Aisha
3. Sayyida Fatimah as-Samina
4. Sayyida Zohra. She was a scholar of Hadis and taught the girls in this subject.

Most of the sons of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) were eminent scholars and some were saints and some served rural people and common folk.

1. Sayed Shaikh Saifuddin Abdul Wahab was the eldest son of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him), born in 521 AH. He learned Fiqh and Hadis from his father and by the age of 21 he had become a teacher in his father’s Jamia. He was a very good orator and was respected by all. The Caliph of baghdad Nasiruddin Ahmed appointed him as a public relation officer (575 AH – 622 AH). This helped him to serve the poor and needy. He also issued Fatwas later on and became advisor to the royal household. He died on 25th Shawwal 593 AH and was buried at Jalba-Baghdad. His sons lived in Baghdad and were known for their piety and knowledge and continued to preach the mission of their grandfather, Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him).

2. Sayed Shaikh Sharfuddin Asa. He was also educated as a scholar in the Jamia and later became a teacher. He was a mystical scholar and wrote many books especially Jawahirul Asrar and Lataiful Anwar. He was a poet and his poems shows his longing for Baghdad. He spent his later years in Egypt, preaching and imparting religious education. He died on 12th Ramzan 573 Ah (1178 AD) in Egypt and was buried there.

3. Sayed Shaikh Abu Bakar Abdul Aziz was born in 532 AH. He graduated in Fiqh, Hadis, Tafseer and other religious subjects from the Jamia of his father. He was famous for his excellence in calligraphy. He dedicated himself to impart Islamic religious training to the Kurds of Jibal in Iraq. He died on 18th Rabiul Awwal 602 AH at Akra and was buried there on a hillock. All his sons followed his mission e.g. preaching and spreading Islam. His daughter Shaikhulinnisa Sayeda Zohra was a scholar in Hadis and gave lectures. Abdul Aziz’s eldest son Mohammed Al Hatak carried out the Qadriya mission in Jibal. His son was Sayed Shirseeq who died young leaving behind 1 year old son Sayedna Shamsuddin Al Akhil who later on became a very pious and learned man. He traveled to the Holy cities of Makka and Madina and later on settled in Baghdad and died there in 739 AH. One of his sons was Sayedna Sharafuddin who served the Dargah Sharif and spread the preachings of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him). He had a son Sayedna Shaikh Zainuddin who served in Bagdad inspite of plague epidemic and Iranian seize.

4. Shaikh Sayed Sirajuddin Abdul Jabbar. He was a sufi and graduate form his father’s Jamia. He was found mostly in company of Darvesh and mystics. He died young on 9th Zil Hajj 575 AH 1186 AD in Baghdad. He is buried in the compound of Roza Aqdas of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him).

5. Sayed Hafiz Abdur Razzak Tajuddin. He was born in 530 AH and had graduated in all departments of religious knowledge. He specialized in Hadis. He was generous and was fond of seclusion. He died on 7th Shawwal 603 AH 120 AD. The progeny of Abdur Razzak flourised in Baghdad and were noted for their knowledge, piety and service ot humanity. After Halaku’s invasion, several persons from the family migrated to Huma and Cairo, and from then they spread all over the world the torch of Qadiri Order. There are many descendents and some of them were saints especially in India and Pakistan. Sayed Abdulla Jilani was the son of Sayed Mahmood, a descendent of Sayed Abdur Razzak, son of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him). After completing his education he came to Indo-Pak continent in the 11th century. He settled in the province of Sind at the Thatta on the Makli hills and preached Islam. At a young age he started preaching the people to enlightenment and do away with idolaroty. His piety and generosity made him famous and many came to seek his blessings. By his prayers and meditation, he was spiritually elevated by Allah. He was a great lover of Allah’s Messenger Sallallahu Alaihi wa Sallam and his strict observance of the Sunnah earned him the title of “Sahabi”, spiritually though, not physically. He died in Thatta on 14th Sha’baan 1060 AD. He was survived by 2 sons. Once some Hindu pilgrims camped near his hut, Peer Yusufuddeen went to meet them, enquired about their welfare and preached Tauhid, oneness of Allah. At first they refused him and later agreed to accept his message on the condition that they could have the holy bath without going to Ganga. The saint agreed and prayed to Allah. He asked them to close their eyes, then once again ordered them to open their eyes. As soon as they opened their eyes they found themselves at their holy place. As soon as they had completed their bath they were asked to close their eyes and again open them. When they opened their eyes were at the same place where they were and their clothes were wet. They embraced Islam and asked the Shaikh to pray for their prosperity and many children for many generations. By the Grace of Allah his prayer was granted. These people today known as “Memons” and are simple and Allah fearing people. They follow the teachings of Islam as preached by the great grandson of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him). These Memons are philanthrophists and contribute to the welfare of the poor and destitutes and religious institutions. They have now spread to many countries.

6. Sayed Abu Ishaq Ibrahim. He had a perfect knowledge of tasawwuf and Fiqh. He preferred seclusion and later migrated to Wasit and died there in 592 AH 1192 AD.

7. Sayed Shaikh Abul Fazl Muhammed. He had specialized in Hadis and he died in 600 AH 1204 AD at Baghdad.

8. Sayed Shaikh Abdullah. He was also a scholar of Hadis and died at Baghdad in 589 AH 1193 AD.

9. Sayed Shaikh Yahya. He was born on 550 AH. He was brought up by his elder brothers and was educated at his father’s Jamia. Whilst young, he went to Egypt and returned in his later years. He died in 600 AH 1204 AD and was buried in the compound of the Rabat (inn) founded by Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him).

10. Sayed Shaikh Musa. He was born in 535 AH and received his education in Baghdad. Later he migrated to Damuscus and died in 618 AH 1221 AD.

11. Sayed Shaikh Abdr Rehman. He died in 587 AH 1191 AD.

12. Shaikh Sayed Abu Nasser Musa.


In 941 AH the Turks became conquerors. Sultan Suleman offered Fatiha at the Dargah Sharif after saying his prayers in the house of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him). He offered a sanad to Shaikh Zainuddin and appointed him as the first Naqib-ul-Ashraf (The chief of the Nobles). The 14th descendent was Sayedna Ali Al Mujaddid. He reorganized the affairs of Al Huqaf Al Qadirah. His son Sayed Abdullah Al Jilani had a progressive and constructive approach. He had 2 sons. The present senior trustee, Al Sayed Yusuf al Jilani and his elder brother Shaikh-e-Tariqat, Shaikh Kamaluddin Abdul Qadir Jilani. He died in Baghdad in 1930 AD, 7th Muharram 1349 AH.
(In the 15th Adescendent)
One of Sayed Abdullah Jilani’s sons (15), Sayed Salman had a son (16) Sayed Mustufa Jilani who died young leaving behind a son (17) Sayed Ibrahim Saifuddin Jilani. He was known as Peer Ibrahim and served the mission of Islam and Qadriya order in the Indo-Pak subcontinent. He was in India for about 30 years and in 1938 went back to Baghdad. He served as Naqib-ul-Ashraf till 1962 when he expired. After him this title was abolished by the government of Iraq. He is survived by a son Pir Sayed Namuddin and is buried on the compound of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him) Dargah.


Some of the saints of the descendents of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him) and Qadiri order are in India and Pakistan.

1. Sayedna Abdulla Sahabi. Died in 1060 in Thatta.
2. Shah Abdul Murali Kadri. Birth 960 AH. Died 1024 AH in Lahore.
3. Sayed Ghous Jilani. Died 923 AH, Uch Sharif, Punjab.
4. Shah Fazeel Kadri Died 999 AH, Makli, Thatta.
5. Sayed Abdul Qadir bin Sayed Murid Ghous Jilani. Died 940 AH, Uch Sharif, Punjab.
6. Sayed Abdul Qadir Jilani, died 941 AH, Lahore.
7. Sayed Abdur Razzak Jilani, died 941 AH, Uch Sharif, Punjab.
8. Sayed Mohammad Ghous Bolapir, died 959 AH, Satghira, etc.

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Miracles
By the grace of Allah, Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) was able to perform many miracles (Karamat). This was the result of Allah’s love and faith in Allah, his prayers and selfless service to Allah’s creatures. His comtemporary scholars, jurists and saints accepted that Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) was endowed by Allah to perform miracles for the benefit of Islam : Shaikh Al bin Al Haiti, Shaikh Abu Masood Ahewan bin Abu Bakr Khazeemi, Shaikh Abu Umar Usman Sarmaqi, Shaikh Shahabuddin Suharwardy, Imam Abdullah Yafai, etc.

Some of the miracles:

1) When Shaikh Shahabudin Suharwardy was young, he was interested only in philosophy and inclined towards kalam. His uncle brought him to Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) who put his hand on the boy’s chest and prayed to Allah. By the grace of Allah Shaikh Shahabuddin Suharwardy forgot all about it and lost interest in those subjects. His heart was filled with the love of Allah and Marifat-e-Ilahi. Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) predicted that Shaikh Shahabuddin Suharwardy would, after him,  become very famous and respected. Later Shaikh Shahabuddin Suharwardy became a great saint of Suharwardy order.

2) Once there was a great flood in the river Tigris causing great havoc of life and property. Fearing that many may drown, some people of Baghdad approached Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him). After hearing their sad tale he accompanied them to the bank of the river Tigris. He put his stick in the water, prayed to Allah and said, "O Tigris, stop by Allah’s Command and go back on your way." The flood subsided and the water level slowly returned to normal.

3) Many other saints were jealous as Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) was respected and popular. Some of them decided to disturb him by asking him tough questions when Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) would deliver his sermons. One day they attended Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani's (Allah's mercy be on him) sermon and waited for the proper time to overcome him with questions. But Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) answered the questions in his sermons before they could be put to him looking deeply at the scholar who had intended to put those questions to him. Those who has come to embarrass him were dumbfounded and ashamed at their wrong intention. At the end of the sermon they apologized to Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) who forgave them.

4) Once Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) went to visit his ailing devotee Shaikh Ali bin Al Haiti, who was staying in an orchard belonging to Shaikh Abdul Muzzaffar Ismail. Later Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) saw two withering date trees and he called for water and performed ablution under one tree and prayed under the other. After Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) departed the date trees slowly regained strength and flourished.

Some more miracles of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him)

1) Once a trader invited Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) to dine at his house. Although he did not disclose his intention to Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) his main purpose was to gain blessings for his paralytic blind son. Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) accepted his invitation with some hesitation. When he reached the house of his host, many honoured guests were already present. Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) also joined them and when the host began to serve food he asked the host to bring his ailing son before him. The surprised host brought forth his son in front of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) who placed his hand on his chest and said, ‘Get up by the Command of Allah". By the grace of Allah and the blessings of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) the boy was cured of his disease. Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) then left without eating as the real mission was achieved. Shaikh Khizar Hussain of Mosul had said that Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) was a great blessing to the sick and the needy.

2) Once a pious lady devotee of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) was harassed by a drunkard. He tried to molest her and she was not able to free herself. At that moment, with tears in ther eyes, she invoked the help of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him). At that particular moment Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) was performing ablution. He got annoyed and ordered his sandals to protect the chaste lady and award a suitable punishment to the miscreant. The sandals flew in the air and arrived at the spot of the incident. They banged on the head of the drunkard and made him unconscious. The relieved lady returned to Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) with his sandals and thanked him and Allah.

3) Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) was once giving a sermon in his school. Suddenly it began to rain. Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) looked at the sky and said, “I collect people for your sake and you are bent on scattering them. “These words were so effective that the rain stopped falling on the school but it continued to rain at a distance.

4) Once in his youth, Shaikh Abul Muzzaffar Mansoor, son of Al Mubarak visited Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) with a phisophical book in his hand. Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) asked him to part away with the book but he hesitated. Then Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) gave him a penetrating look and ordered him to give the book. Shaikh Abul Muzaffar opened the book only to find blank pages. He handed the book to Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) who turned the pages and said that this book relates to the dignity of Qur’aan and is written by Muhammed, son of ‘Kharees’. When he opened the book again he saw that is was in a beautiful script and contained the matter as aforesaid by Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him).

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Different Alqab ( Titles )
Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) performed many miracles but he always held Allah responsible for them. He is often invoked for help in stress and difficulties. Some solicit his help through his honourable titles. Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) is always there to help. Some of his blessed title are:

1. Sayed Mohiyuddin Amrallah
2. Shaikh Mohiyuddin Fazlallah
3. Aulia Mohiyuddin Aarallah
4. Maulana Mohiyuddin Noorallah
5. Ghous Mohiyuddin Qutuballah
6. Sultan Mohiyuddin Saifallah
7. Khwaja Mohiyuddin Farmanallah
8. Makhdoom Mohiyuddin Burhanallah
9. Darvesh Mohiyuddin Ayatallah
10. Miskeen Mohiyuddin Ghousallah
11. Faqir Mohiyuddin Shahadatallah

These names depict the respect and honour conferred on Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him). The love of Allah’s Messenger Sallallahu Alaihi wa Sallam is the only way to win the love of Allah. Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) said that whatever Allah bestowed on him was due to his love for Allah’s Messenger Sallallahu Alaihi wa Sallam. He also emphasized the acquisition of knowledge. It was his practise to quote from the Qur’aan and Hadis. He practiced what he preached. He classified knowledge (ilm):

1. One that is acquired from human beings and
2. Which is granted by Allah i.e. ilm-e-ladunni.

If a man acquired perfection in ilm he comes closer to Allah and wins His pleasure. He also spoke on various subjects, good and bad habits, prayers, piety, faith, love, charity, benevolence, generosity, helping poor and oppressed, etc.

Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) was the champion of the poor and the oppressed and also very generous. He worked for their welfare throughout his life. Whatever gifts he received were either distributed among the needy ones, or sold and the proceeds spent on the maintenance of the Rabat (inn) and Khanqah (monastery) founded by him.

Once a poor man complained to Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) that the boat man refused to take him across the river as he had no money. In the meantime a man presented to Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) a purse of 30 dinars. Hazrat (Allah's mercy be on him) went to the boat man and gave him the entire purse and requested that he should never refuse to give lift to any poor man who desired to go across the river.

Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) never made distinction between the deserving and underserving beggars. He gave to anyone who asked. Once in a mosque a merchant came to Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) and sought his advice as to whom he should distribute his money in charity. Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) advised him to distribute his money to both deserving and undeserving ones because Allah gives to all worthy and unworthy ones.

Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) was a dignigied and serene person. He evoked admiration. Inspite of his knowledge and fame he was humble. He was courteous and tolerant with purity of thought and soul. He emphasized cleanliness of environment and personal hygiene.

Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) is also known by other names :

1. Ghousal Azam (The great Ghous)
2. Ghous Paak (The holy Ghous)
3. Mohyuddin (Defender of Faith)
4. Piran-e-Pir (The saint of all saints)
5. Ghousus Saqlain (The Ghous of the world)
6. Ghousul Azam Dastagir (The Ghous great helper)
7. Ghouses-Samadani (The Ghous from Allah)
8. Qutub-e-Rabbani (The Qutub from Allah)
9. Imam As Saleqeen
10. Mazuat-Tarfer (The focus of all directions)
11. Mehboob-e- Subhani (Beloved of Allah).

After so many years the devotees of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) are rewarded with his blessings. Some celebrate Gyarveen Sharif every year and some celebrate even every month. (On the 11th day of the month), Fateha of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) is offered, charity is given and the poor are fed. Mahfil Qur’aan Khwani (recitation of the Holy Qur’aan and Majlis) (Holy gatherings) are held. Many saints and scholars observe Gryarveen Sharif. It is the love and respect towards Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) that people observe this Gyarveen Sharif, by the grace of Allah. It is generosity of Allah that he showers His mercy on the persons paying tribute to His beloved Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah's mercy be on him) and He grants their prayers.

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Wisaale Mubarak ( Leaving the world)
By the time Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him) was 91 years old, his health deteriorated. Many saints and his sons gathered around him when he was more serious. Even at that time Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him) was thinking of Allah. His eldest son Abdul Wahab asked him to favour them with his wasiyat (will). Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him) said that one must obey Allah and acquire abstinence for the sake of Allah. One must ask for the fulfillment of one’s hopes only from Allah and have full confidence in Him. Then Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him) made fresh ablution and offered Isha prayers. He went in Sajdah and prayed in prostration for the welfare and forgiveness of the ummat of Allah’s Messenger Sallallahu Alaihi wa Sallam. Later he lay down on his bed and prayed the Kalimah. His son Sayed Musa who was also at his bedside relates that his father kept on repeating “Allah” loudly. Gradually, his voice lowered and he breathed his last in the 8th night of Rabius-Sani 561 AH, 11th February 116. AD. There is some controversy regarding the actual date. According to Allama Ibn-e-Jauzi a contemporary scholar of the era of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him) and Qalaidul Jawalus it is 8th Rabbius Sani and according to some it is 9-11 Rabbius Sani.

Thousands of people came to pay homage and offer Fatiha. His son Sayed Abdul Wahab led the burial prayer. Late in the night he was buried in his Jamia. The death anniversary is observed on 11th of Rabius Sani each year and is called Gyarvee Sharif. The devotees of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him) and the followers of Qadiri Order celebrate gyarvee Sharif by holding Majlis and Mehfils (public gatherings) where recitation of the Holy Qur’aan takes place and the life and works of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him) is made known to the people. His son Abdul Wahab observed it regularly as Urs. Many Mashaikhs and saints and scholars have regularly observed Gyarvee Sharif. The tradition of feeding the poor by Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (Allah’s mercy be on him) is observed in this day.