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 CONTENTS
THE OPENING
PREFACE
INTRODUCTION
ADVENT OF THE PROMISED MAHDI
ISLAM:-
WILAYAT AND NABUWAT:-
WILAYAT-E-KAMILA:-
WILAYAT-E-MOHAMMEDIA:-
WAHI (DIVINE REVELATION):-
TRADITIONS ABOUT THE MAHDI:-
CONDITIONS PREVAILING ON THE EVE OF THE ADVENT OF THE MAHDI:-
EARLY LIFE
BIRTH OF THE MAHDI:-
JAUNPUR:-
BISMILLAH:-
EDUCATION:-
WAR WITH RAI DALPATH OF GAUR:-
HIJRAT
DANAPUR:-
KALPI:-
CHANDERI:-
MANDU:-
CHAPANEER:-
ARRIVAL OF THE HAZRAT NIZAM (RZ):-
DAULATABAD:-
AHMEDNAGAR:-
BIDAR:-
GULBARGA:-
BIJAPUR:-
CHITAPUR:-
DABOLE:-
MECCA:-
FIRST DAWA-E-MAHDIAT (901-HIJRI):
AHMEDABAD:-
THE PECULIAR INSTANCE OF HAJI MALI:-
SECOND DAWA-E-MAHDIAT:-
EKHRAJ (Banishment):-
SOLASANTEJ AND MIYAN NIMATH (RZ):-
PATAN:-
BANDAGI MIYAN SYED KHUNDMEER (RZ):-
DAWA-E-MUAKKADA
BADHLI:-
DISCUSSIONS WITH ULEMA:-
JALOOR:-
NAGOOR:-
 JAISALMER:-
THATTA:-
KAHA:-
QANDAHAR:-
FARAH:-
Ulema from Herat:-
NAMAAZ-E-JANAZA OF SULTAN OF KHURASAN:-
ARRIVAL OF SYEDAIN (RZ) TO FARAH:-
Acknowledgement by a party of Genii:-
PROOF OF MAHDIAT
a) AS PER THE QURANIC VERSES:-
b) AS PER THE AHADITH:-
c) AS PER THE NAQLlYAT:-
d) PROOF BY DIFFERENT EVENTS:-
e) MORALS:-
f) CHARACTER:-
g) KNOWLEDGE:-
h) OBLIGATIONS OF WILAYAT-E-MOHAMMEDI:-
i) OPEN DECLARATION OF THE MAHDIAT:-
j) HIS PRACTICE OF THE SHARIAT:-
k) REVIVAL OF SUNNAT:-
l) TAWAKKAL:-
m) GENEROSITY:-
n) RESIGNATION:-
o) FORGIVENESS:-
p) BAR-E-WILAYAT:-
q) APPEARANCE AND FEATURES:-
r) FINALITY OF DEEN:-
TEACHINGS
FARAIZ-E-WILAYAT:-
TARK-E-DUNIYA:-
SOHABAT-E-SADIKHEEN:-
UZLAT-AZ-KHALQ:-
ZIKR-E-DAWAM:-
ZIKR-E-KHAFI:-
TAWAKKAL:-
TALAB-E-DEEDAR-E-KHUDA:-
HIJRAT:-
USHR:-
SAWIYAT:-
JIHAD (HOLY WAR):-
TAWOBA:-
Other Beliefs:-
INVITATION TO KINGS
1. Sultan of Gujarat, Mahmood Beghda:
2. Sultan Ghiyasuddin Khilji of Mandu:-
3. Ahmed Nizam Shah, Burhan Nizam Shah, Ismail Nizam Shah, Kings of Ahmednagar:-
4. Zubdat-ul-Mulk, Ruler of Jaloor:-
5. Shah Beg Arghun-Governor of Qandhar:-
 6. Mir Zun-Nun, Governor of Farah:-
7. Sultan Husain Mirza of Khurasan:-
UMARA (Nobles):-
MIRACLES
LAST DAYS AND DEMISE
Events preceding the Demise of the Mahdi (AHS):-
LAST DAYS:-
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO SAYEDAIN:-
DEMISE:-
BURIAL:-
DISAPPEARANCE OF THE BODY:-
The return of his Companions from Farah to Gujarat:-
Wives and descendants:-
KHULAFA
Bandagi Miran Syed Mahmood, Sani-e-Mahdi (RZ):-
Bandagi Miyan Shah Khundmeer (RZ):-
Bandagi Miyan Shah Nimath (RZ):-
Bandagi Miyan Shah Nizam (RZ):-
Bandagi Miyan Shah Dilawar (RZ):-
Others:-
1. Hazrat Malik Gowher (RZ):-
2. Hazrat Malik Burhanuddin (RZ):-
3. Hazrat Shah Abdul Majeed Noori (RZ):-
4. Hazrat Shah Ameen Mohammed (RZ):-
5. Hazrat Malikji (RZ):-
6. Hazrat Moulana Miyan Yousuf (RZ):-
7. Hazrat Malik Maroof (RZ):-
QURAN AND SUNNAT
Bibiliography
Other Abbreviations
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THE OPENING
BISMILLA HIR RAHMAN NIR RAHIM
(IN THE NAME OF ALLAH, THE MOST GRACIOUS, MOST MERCIFUL).

Praise be to Allah, Lord of the Worlds,

The Beneficent, The Merciful,
Owner of the Day of Judgement,
Thee (alone) we worship; Thee (alone) we ask for help.
Show us the straight path,
The path of those whom Thou hast favoured;
Not (the path) of those who earn Thine anger nor of those who go astray.

(GLORIOUS KORAN P-31).

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PREFACE
I, humble person Syed Hussain Balkhi, son of Hazrat Syed Ibrahim Ahmed Balkhi (RA), do not
consider myself competent enough to write the august biography of Khatim-e-Wilayat-e-Mohammedia,
Khalifatullah, Imamana Hazrat Syed Mohammed Jaunpuri, Mahdi Maud (Alai-his-Salam) because I
am neither an Alim nor a proficient writer in the English language. However, I have ventured to make a
humble attempt to record the life and teachings of Mahdi Maud (AHS), in a brief manner. Readers are
requested not only to point out mistakes, but also to favour me with their useful suggestions, so that the
same may be incorporated in the next edition.

The curricula prevailing in schools these days tend to keep Muslim students in the dark about their
religion, its' glorious traditions, and the achievements in Islamic history. All Islamic literature,
including Mahdawia literature is written in Arabic, Persian or Urdu, which now-a-days, have no place
in schools. The fanaticism of the admirers of Hindi, and regional languages, has forced the Muslim
students to take up their studies through the medium of English, in view of its' global acceptance and
importance. Religious education is considered a personal matter, and is hence neglected. In the absence
of alternative arrangements, the religious knowledge of students continues to be deplorable. Mahdawi
students are no exception to this sorry state of affairs.

Surprisingly, not a single book, written in English, is found in Mahdawia literature, which gives basic
information about the life and teachings of Imamana Mahdi Maud (AHS). It is well known that Mahdi
(AHS) and Mahdiat have always been the target for undue criticism from its' opponents. Naturally, this
has created some unfounded doubts and apprehensions in the minds of Mahdawi students. Though
there are a number of authoritative, good books both in Persian and Urdu, written by our Ulema in
reply to the various critics, in the light of the Quran and Ahadith, for an English-knowing student, these
books remain out of reach.

Impressed by these circumstances, the undersigned despite all his shortcomings, thought fit to bring out
a book, covering the life and teachings of Imamana Mahdi Maud (AHS) in a brief manner. This is
mainly for the use of English-knowing students, who are totally unaware of the significance of the
words Mahdi Maud (AHS), and the importance of the Khalifatullah, and who feel themselves
handicapped to face and answer questions put by non-believers.

I am highly grateful to Janab Syed Ali Barter Sahib who was kind enough to go through the book and
write introduction. I am also thankful to Hazrat Syed Mubarak Sahib (Kaladera), and Janab Syed
Ishaque Mahdawi Sahib, for their help in furnishing me with the required books. I am greatly thankful
to Janab Syed Ishaque Sahib son of Syed Rahim Sahib (RA) for his kind co-operation and technical
assistance. My thanks are due to my younger brother, Alhaj Syed Munawar Hussain Balkhi, his sons,
my sons and Syed Husain Baba who have contributed for the publication of this book

May Allah greet our efforts with success and bless us with His rewards.

Date 5-9-1989.
'Zufishan', 16-8-245
Kaladera, Malakpet Colony,
Hyderabad - 500036 - A.P. SYED HUSAIN BALKHI.

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INTRODUCTION
BY

Janab SYED ALI BARTAR Sahib, M.A., M.Ed., District Education Officer (Retd.) and Lecturer,
Sultan-ul-Uloom College of Education, Banjara Hills. Hyderabad, A.P.

Praise be to Allah and Durood-o-Salaam on Khate-Main (peace be upon them).

I consider it a great honour to write the introduction to this book on the life and teachings of Hazrat
Syed Mohammed Jaunpuri, Mahdi-e-Maud Alaihi-Wa-Salam.

Hazrat Syed Mohammed Jaunpuri Mahdi (AHS) is Khatim-e-Wilayat-e-Mohammedia, Khalifatullah, a

Saviour of Ummat-e-Mohammedia as per the traditions of Prophet Mohammed (peace be upon him).
Allah sent him into this world to spread the true Islamic teachings of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) and
to convey to the people the true meaning of the Quran as revealed by Allah Himself. He traveled a very
long distance on Hijarat, claimed himself to be Mahdi-e-Maud (AHS) on the commandments received
from Allah, wrote letters to kings inviting them to test and acknowledge his Mahdiat and established
true Islam once again on Earth. Great Ulema of his times praised the depth of his learning and
scholarship and acknowledged his services to Islam.

It is a matter of great joy that the author has ventured to write this short biography of such a great and
important soul. There are some books on the life of Mahdi-e-Maud (AHS) in Persian and Urdu, but, to
the best of my knowledge, there is no printed book in English on him. In his preface to the book, the
author has explained why he chose to write this book in English, hence I need not elaborate on that
here.

Written in an easy and lucid style the book is very readable. Where no equivalent word could be found
in English the original Persian or Urdu word has been retained. However the author has taken the
trouble to explain these words in English. This I think is the right way to deal with these important
words. The author has read various Urdu and Persian books on the life of Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) and has
given references for the events mentioned. This has made the work very authentic.

While going through the book the reader will come across certain rare and thought-provoking
explanations and instances. The following two events are quoted from the book as examples:

1. There are two kinds of Tawoba, one is performed at the time of Tark-e-Duniya and the other after
Tark-e-Duniya. Before Tark-e-Duniya all kinds of sins, major and minor, are committed and pardon
is sought from Allah. Whereas after Tark-e-Duniya, committing of sins, whether major or minor is
out of the question, since the man has already renounced worldly pleasures luxuries. The
negligence in the remembrance of Allah even during a single breath is Haraam (Un-lawful)
according to Mahdi (AHS). This negligence makes him guilty according to the law of the Shariat,
for which he has to seek the pardon of Allah immediately. (vide Page 81)

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2. The Chronogram of the demise of Mahdi (AHS) 910 H. was, astonishingly, the same chronogram
found in the letters of the name - 'Khundmeer' (910). This rare coincidence of chronograms is a
clear indication of the manifestation of the deep oneness of the virtuous selves of Mahdi (AHS) and
Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ). This also proves the attainment of Saer-e-Wilayat (absorption) in the
virtuous self of Mahdi (AHS) by Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ) as well as his being Mahdi's Badle-
Zath (substitute of self), who completed the fourth attribute of 'Qaatiloo-Wa-Qutiloo' (fight to slay
and be slain) in the battle. (vide page 97)

A word about the author, Hazrat Syed Husain Balkhi. He hails from Musaddaquabad (Eppalguda) in
Medak District. Eppalguda, as is known to us, was a major Mahdawi centre and many people from this
place have migrated to Hyderabad City. Hazrat Syed Husain is the first graduate from the Eppalguda
Mahdawi community. He graduated from Osmania University in the year 1944. He had held many
responsible posts like those of Lecturer at the Co-operative Training Centre, Rajender Nagar,
Hyderabad, and as Joint Registrar of Co-operative Societies in Mysore State. After completion of his
deputation as Rural Credit-Officer in the Reserve Bank of India, Bombay, he was specially deputed as
Managing Director of the District Central Co-operative Bank, Chitradurga, and Secretary, Karnataka
State, Apex Bank, Bangalore.

Hazrat Syed Husain Balkhi has been fortunate to go on the pilgrimage to MAKKAH. Long ago he
became the disciple (mureed) of Peer-o-Murshid Asad-ul-Ulema, Abu Sayeed Syed Mahmood Murshid
Main Saheb (RA). After retirement he has accepted Tark-e-Duniya in the Daira-e-Hazrat Peer-o-
Murshid Fazil-ul-Asr Sved Abdul Hai Hafiz Main Saheb. Hazrat Syed Husain Balkhi claims his
descent from Hazrat Imam Moosa Kazim and thus belongs to the Khandan-e-Sadat (Syed Family). His
ancestors came to India and lived many years in Jaunpur before coming to Deccan. This establishes his
family links with our Imam Mahdi (AHS), though he is not a direct descendant.

The author is involved in the welfare activities of the Mahdawia community. He was one of the
founders of the Anjuman-e-Mahdawia, Bangalore. He was responsible for the construction of a few
rooms to provide accommodation facilities for devotees visiting the Daira-e-Bandagi Miyan Shah
Dilawar (RZ) at Bore-Kheda in Jalgoan District of Maharashtra State. His book Bandagi Miyan Shah
Dilawar (RZ) was published by Anjuman-e-Dairatul Islam, Musheerabad, in the year 1986.

Hazrat Syed Husain is a God fearing man. Even before he accepted Tark-e-Duniya, he spent much of
his time in Zikr and prayers. He is a very polite, kind hearted and courteous person. Like a true
Mahdawi he has a special concern for the younger generation of Mahdawis who do not know written
Urdu, and who do not know much about the life and teachings of Mahdi (AHS) Hence he felt the need
for writing a brief but comprehensive book, in English, on the life of Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) and his
Khalifatullahi teachings.

I hope every Mahdawi will be benefited by reading this book.

Date: 1-9-1989 SYED ALI BARTAR

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ADVENT OF THE
PROMISED MAHDI
ISLAM:-
It is really fascinating to read the biographies of great souls. One may be great in a particular field, but
if greatness in all respects is combined in one person, he will be regarded as the greatest. Infact, such
people are supermen, like Prophets (PBUT), who are the embodiment of human perfection. Allah
favours them with His special attention, guides them, and rightly chooses them as His messengers to
guide humanity towards the straight path, called SIRAAT-E-MUSTAQEEM.

In Islam, the straight path is described as the path of those who are favoured by God. The favourites of
God are stated to be Prophets, Saints, Martyrs and virtuous people. Islam is the only true religion of
Allah. 'Islam' means 'submission or surrender to the will of Allah, the one and only God of all creation'.
The tenets of Islam are given to the Muslims in the Quran, as well as in the Ahadith of Prophet
Mohammed (PBUH). A Muslim is governed in his everyday life by the Shariat, which is a combination
of what has been laid down in the Quran and the authentic Ahadith (traditions).

WILAYAT AND NABUWAT:-

Allah said in the holy Quran, "we have sent light and a clear Book, have faith in Allah, His messenger
and the light sent by us". Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) said in one of his famous Ahadith (Traditions)
that, "the first creation by Allah, is my light, and all other creations are from my light. Prophets are sent
by Allah to receive and convey His orders and messages to the human beings on earth. They are
endowed with two aspects; of these, one is WILAYAT, the internal self and the other is NABUWAT,
the external one. WILAYAT and NABUWAT are generally explained in terms of the sun and the
moon. The moon of Nabuwat derives the light from the sun of Wilayat-e-Mohammedia. Hazrat Ibn-e-
Arabi says in his "Hasha-e-Fusus" that all messengers of Allah and Awolia derive their spiritual light
from the light of WILAYAT-E-MOHAMMEDIA commonly known as WILAYAT-E-SHAMSIA. The
Wilayat of the other Awolia is known as Wilayat-e-Qamaria (Moon), because its' light is drawn from
the light of Wilayat-e-Shamsia (Shawahidul Wilayat P. 10-12). Under the systematic programmeme of
Allah (Mashiyet-e-Khudawandi), Prophets are sent to the world to teach us the rules of the Shariat,
which are essential in order to reach Allah, and to follow an Islamic life in this world.

WILAYAT-E-KAMILA:-
Even before the declaration of the claim of Mahdiat, Hazrat Syed Mohammed (AHS) was famous as
Wali-e-Kamil throughout India and abroad. His piety and learning were recognised even by his
opponents and contemporary, scholars and saints. They have paid ungrudging tributes to the spiritual
and intellectual greatness of Hazrat Syed Mohammed (AHS). According to Mulla Abdul Qadar
Badayuni, the "Wilayat and eminence of Mir Syed Mohammed Jaunpuri were unquestionable". The
Ulema of Herat were compelled to inform their Shaik-ul-Islam that, Syed Mohammed was "One of the

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symbols of the Almighty". Moulana Jamaluddin, Shaik Abdul Haque Muhaddis Dehlwi and Moulana
Abul Kalam Azad have all recognised him as Wali-e-Kamil.

WILAYAT-E-MOHAMMEDIA:-
Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) is the last and final Prophet in the line of Prophets. Similarly, his
Wilayat, i.e. WILAYAT-E-MOHAMMEDIA is also the last and final WILAYAT. Hazrat Syed
Mohammed Jaunpuri as the promised Mahdi is the final Wali representing the WILAYAT-E-
MOHAMMEDIA. AL-MAHDI literally means, 'the guided one' or 'one who is fit to guide others'.
However, the definition of AL-MAHDI, as given in the Shariat, is a person who is
"KHALIFATULLAH" (Caliph of Allah). All the Prophets, the messengers of Allah, are known as
Khalifatullahs. Mahdi Maud (AHS) and the Prophet (PBUH), both being Khalifatullahs, are equal in
status, since both were sent by Allah. As such, Khatim-e-Wilayat-e-Mohammedia, Mahdi Maud
(AHS), is equal to Khatim-e-Nabuwat-e-Mohammedia, Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). In fact, Wilayat
and Nabuwat are the two aspects of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), Wilayat being his internal self, and
Nabuwat his external appearance. Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) is a Khatim-ul-Ambia, and Mahdi
Maud (AHS) is Khatim-ul-Awalia. Finally, both are one and the same in respect of Shariat, Tariqat and
Haqiqat. (Shawahidul Wilayat P. 13-14).

WAHI (DIVINE REVELATION):-

Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) used to receive direct messages from Allah, known as "WAHI"
(revelations). There are two types of Wahi; one is called "WAHI-E-MATLU", while the other is
"NON-MATLU". The words of a Wahi-e-Matlu are binding, and have been preserved in their original
forms, without change of alphabets or pronunciation and were recorded in the Quran, whereas Non-
Matlu Wahi’s are not as binding, and their essence was expressed by the Prophet (PBUH) in his own
words which are recorded in the book of Ahadith (Traditions). As such, all authentic traditions, which
were recited by Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), were based on the revelations from Allah. Therefore, all
the authentic TRADITIONS of the Prophet (PBUH) regarding the appearance of the MAHDI, are also
based on Divine revelations and form some of the basic principles of Islam. This must be believed and
followed as disbelief means disbelief in the TRADITIONS of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), and the
Divine revelations of Allah in the Quran. (Tawzihat NMAR P. 4-5)

Abu Hurairah (RZ) narrated that the Messenger of Allah (Sallal-Lahu-Alaihiwa-Sallam) said "whoever
obeys me, in reality he obeys Allah, and whoever disobeys me, in reality he disobeys Allah" (Bukhari-
Kitabul Ahkam).

TRADITIONS ABOUT THE MAHDI:-

The doctrine of the advent of the MAHDI, before the end of time, and his role in the revival and
restoration of the religion of Islam to its original form, as established by Prophet Mohammed (PBUH),
is considered to be a compulsory tenet of Islam, as per the indications given in the Quran, and in the
light of Ahadith-e-Mutwatira (continuously repeated "TRADITIONS"). According to the guidelines set
for checking the authenticity of the Traditions, a continuously repeated Tradition cannot be denied, and
has to be accepted as (SAHI-HA) authentic. Accordingly, the repeated Traditions regarding the advent
of the Promised Mahdi before the day of Judgement (between Hazrat Mohammed PBUH and Hazrat
Esa PBUH) are essential elements of faith in Islam.

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1. Abdullah-Ibn-Masood (RZ) says, The Prophet (PBUH) has stated that even if one day is left in
the life of the world, Allah will prolong that day, until a person from my dynasty appears,
whose name will be like my name, whose father's name will be like my father's name. He will
fill the world with justice and equity, when it had been filled with injustice and inequity. He
will distribute wealth in equal terms. He will enrich the hearts of Muslims. They will be
immensely happy with the justice of the Mahdi (AHS). He will remain among you for seven or
nine years". (Al-Mahdi-Maud, P. 16-17).

2. Hazrat Ibn-Masood (RZ) says, "The Prophet said that the world will not come to an end unless
and until Allah sends a person from my Ahl-e-Baith (family), whose name will be like my
name, and his father's name will be like my father's name". (Tabrani).

3. Hazrat Abu Sayeed Al-Khadri (RZ) says, "The Prophet (PBUH) said that the Mahdi will be
from my family (Ahl-e-Baith). He will have a shining forehead and an aquiline nose. He will
fill the world with justice, when it has been filled with injustice; he will be its' Master for seven
years". (Abu Dawood in Sunan).

4. Hazrat Abdullah Bin Abbas (RZ) says, "The Prophet (PBUH) said, "My Ummath will never
perish, because I am in the begining, Isa-Ibn-e-Maryam (AHS), at the end, and the Mahdi in its'
middle". (Imam Ahmed bin Hambal in his masnad).

5. Hazrat Soban (RZ) says, "The Prophet (PBUH) said "When you come to hear the appearance of
the Mahdi, go to him and submit yourself as his disciple, even if you have to trek over the ice,
since the Mahdi is a "Caliph of Allah (Viceroy of Allah)". (Ref: Hakim and Abu Naeem, Ibn
Maja, Imam Beh-Haqi in Dala-el- Nabuwat).

6. Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) said, "The Mahdi will be from my Ahl-e-Baith (family) and he
will follow my foot prints and will never err". (Al. M.M., P. 27).

7. Hazrat Aouf (RZ) says, "The Prophet (PBUH) said, "Aouf, if a person from my Ahl-e-Baith
(family) appears and claims to be the Mahdi, join him, follow him and be among the blessed".
(Al M.M., P. 27).

8. Hazrat Ali (RZ) says, "I asked Rasoolallah (PBUH) whether the Mahdi, will be from us, or
from others. Hazrat Mohammed (PBUH) said, 'No, he will be from us, our descendent. Allah,
will have him conclude the religion, as it was commenced by us".

9. Hazrat Ali (RZ) says, "The Prophet said, "The Mahdi will not leave any Biddat (innovation)
without finishing it, and will not leave any Sunnath (Practice of the Prophet) without
establishing it". (AQ-DUDDARAR).

10. Hazrat Abu Hurairah (RZ) says, "The Prophet said, "Baieth (homage / fealty) will be taken by
the Mahdi, between RUKN-E-YAMANI and MAQAAM-E-IBRAHIM". (Portions: Naeem Bin
Hamad, in Kitab-ul-Jatan).

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The above cited Traditions prove the following:-

i. The advent of the Promised Mahdi is a must before the end of the world.
ii. He will be from the Ahl-e-Baith (family) of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH).
iii. The Promised Mahdi's and his father's names will be the same as those of Prophet Mohammed
(PBUH) and his father.
iv. He will revive and restore the true spirit of Islam.
v. He will distribute wealth in an equal manner.
vi. He will also be saviour of the Ummath, like the two Prophets, Mohammed (PBUH) and Isa
(PBUH).
vii. He will be the "Caliph of Allah", and must be obeyed and followed.
viii. He will survive for seven or nine years after declaring himself as the Promised Mahdi.
ix. He will follow the Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) implicitly, and will never make even the
minutest mistakes (masoom-anil-Khata).
x. He must be followed and obeyed, in order to be blessed.
xi. He will bring the religion to completion as Khatim-Wilayat-e-Mohammedia.
xii. He will eliminate biddats (innovations).
xiii. Baieth will be taken by the Mahdi, between Rukn-e-Yamani and Maqaam-e-Ibrahim, in Mecca.

The above assertions prove that the appearance of the Mahdi is essentially a part of the religious faith,
and an accepted principle of Islam. Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) said, 'A person who has faith in Al-
Mahdi, has faith in me'. While going through the following pages, it will be seen that all the above
qualities and attributes are clearly and perfectly found beyond doubt in Mahdi Maud (AHS).

CONDITIONS PREVAILING ON THE EVE OF THE ADVENT OF

THE MAHDI:-
Students of history are aware that during the ninth century Hijri, chaotic conditions were prevailing in
the political, social and religious lives of the Muslims. There was a vast difference between the
preaching and the practising of the Ulema. The adoption of new customs, innovations in religious
heresy and wrong habits, were common among Muslims. Essential elements of Islam were neglected.
The state of affairs prevailing prior to the appearance of Mahdi Maud (AHS) was best described by the
well known author Moulana Abul Kalam Azad, in his TAZKIRA. He says, "The ninth century Hijri,
prior to the reign of Akbar, was a period of great tumult, confusion and unrest. The rise and fall of
kingdoms was an everyday feature. There was no central Government strong enough to vouchsafe the
promulgation and protection of the ordinances of the Shariat. The worldly minded Ulema were far
greater in number than the God-fearing Ulema. Materialism, fraud, and deceit were rampant. To crown
them all, the BIDAT, and the unlawful activities of the ignorant Sufis had made confusion worse,
confounded and misled the people. Infringement and violation were registering a rapid rise in every day
life. Kings and nobles were steeped in debauchery and immorality"

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II

EARLY LIFE

BIRTH OF THE MAHDI:-

Hazrath Syed Mohammed, son of Hazrat Syed Abdullah titled Syed Khan, was born in Jaunpur on
Monday, the 14th Jamadi-ul-Awwal 847 Hijri corresponding to 1443 A.D. It is said that when his
mother Bibi Amina, also known as Aqa-Malik, was pregnant, she dreamt that, "The Sun came down
from the sky and entered in her collar", and she went into a trance. At the time of his birth, a large
number of miraculous incidents took place which were similar to those connected with the birth of
Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). An eminent Wali, Shaik Daniyal chisti Jaunpuri (RA), said that at the
time of the birth of Syed Mohammed (AHS), during the night he heard a mysterious voice saying "Haq
(truth) has come, and Baatil (falsehood) gone, certainly falsehood is ever vanishing". In the morning he
learnt that all the idols in all the temples in the city had fallen down. He visualized the birth of an
extraordinary child, and upon making enquiries, he learnt that by the Grace of God, a male child had
been born in the house of Hazrat Syed Abdullah. He was told by the child's father that when the child
was born, his body was found to be clean - with his hands covering his private parts. He removed his
hands from the private parts when his clothes were put on. Syed Abdullah said that on the same night,
the Prophet (PBUH) appeared in his dream and said, "I have named the child with my name".
Therefore, he named the child Syed Mohammed. He also said that there was a distinctive mark shape
like a seal on his back. On learning about the peculiarities of the child, Shaik Daniyal (RA) was
convinced that the child was the Promised Mahdi (AHS), since that was the period when the advent of
a Mahdi was expected. Hazrat Syed Usman, his grandfather, came to India from Samarkhand with his
family and settled down in Jaunpur on the invitation of the Sharqiya Kings. He was one of the most
famous Ulema, and a noted Alim-e-Deen. Hazrat Syed Mohammed (AHS) was a descendent of Imam
Moosa Al-Kazim (RA). There were twelve generations between Syed Mohammed (AHS) and Imam
Moosa Al-Kazim (RA), as noted hereunder:

Syed Mohammed S/o 1. Syed Abdullah S/o 2. Syed Usman S/o 3. Syed Khizr S/o 4. Syed Moosa S/o
5. Syed Oasim. S/o 6. Syed Najmuddin S/o 7. Syed Abdullah S/o 8. Syed Yousuf S/o 9. Syed Yahya
S/o 10. Syed Jalaluddin S/o 11. Syed Naimatullah S/o 12. Syed Ismail S/o 13. Imam Moosa Al Kazim
(RA) S/o Imam Jafar Sadiq (RA) S/o Imam Mohd. Bakhar (RA) S/o Imam Zainulabedin (RA) S/o Abi
Abdullah Al Hussain (RZ) S/o Ameerul Momineen Ali Murtuza Vajhu (RZ) (and Fatima (RZ), D/o
Prophet Mohammed (PBUH)).

Both his father and his mother were Sadat-e-Bani Fatima (RZ), daughter of Prophet Mohammed
(PBUH).

JAUNPUR:-
The founder of Jaunpur, the birth-place of Hazrat Syed Mohammed (AHS), was Sultan Feroz Shah
Tughlaq, the emperor of Delhi (The chronogram of Jaunpur city comes to 772 H). It is situated on the
bank of the river Gomti, in Allahabad Province. This city became very famous, and developed as an
academic centre during the period of the Sharqiya Kings. They were great patrons of Ulema, learned
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persons, and scholars. They used to invite famous Ulema, men of letters, and artisans to the Court and
grant them pensions and jagirs for their maintenance. It is said that, there were 1100 Ulema in the city
during the reign of Sultan Hussain Sharqi, who was a devoted admirer and follower of Hazrat Syed
Mohammed (AHS). There were also a number of schools, Jamias (universities), mosques and hostels in
Jaunpur, at that time. Thus, it became very famous as a centre for Islamic studies in the East, easily
comparable to Shiraz in the Middle East.

BISMILLAH:-
When Hazrat Mahdi Maud (AHS) attained the age of 4 years, 4 months and 4 days, his Bismillah also
known as the Tasmia-Khani was celebrated on 18th Ramzan of 851 Hijri, in order to commence his
religious education. His father, Miyan Syed Abdullah (RA), held a big feast, and invited all the Ulema
and nobles of the city. Hazrat Shaik Daniyal (RA) was invited to perform the ritual of the Bismillah. He
came to the residence, seated Hazrath Mahdi (AHS) on a Masnad (a large cushion over a timber
throne), and stood beside the takht. Most of the invitees, including the Ulema and the nobles, also stood
by the side of the takht, as a mark of respect.

Suddenly Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) stood up as if to receive a respected guest, and all present wondered for
whom the little Mahboob-e-Khuda, was standing. Hazrat Shaik Daniyal (RA) who was in Muraqabah
(contemplation), raised his head and found that Hazrat Khaja Khizr (AHS) was standing along with the
other. Then the guests understood that Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) had been able to identify him. Miyan Syed
Abdullah (RA) requested Hazrat Daniyal (RA) to start the recitation of the Bismillah, but Hazrat
Daniyal (RA) in turn requested Hazrat Khizr (AHS) to do the same. Hazrat Khizr (AHS) told him, "I
was specially ordained by Allah, to attend the Bismillah of My Mahboob, and join with him in saying
"AAMEEN", so I have come here, in compliance with the orders of Allah. Therefore, you alone should
perform the ritual of the Bismillah". Then Shaik Daniyal (RA) and Khaja Khizr (AHS) asked Mahdi
(AHS) to take his seat, and Hazrat Daniyal (RA) performed the ritual of the Bismillah. Khaja Khizr
(AHS) joined loudly in saying "Aameen". By then according to the orders of Allah, Hazrat Khaja Ilyas
(AHS), Khaja Idris (AHS) and Hazrat Isa (AHS) had also arrived, and joined with all the other in
saying 'Aameen'. (Moulud, P.15-16).

The sanctity of the celebration of this Bismillah was unique in the theological history of Islam. First,
because it was performed by an eminent Wali-Allah, Hazrat Shaik Daniyal (RA), who was aware of the
child's saintly qualities, and had a high regard for him. Secondly, it was attended by four Prophets
(PBUT) ordered by Allah to say 'AAMEEN' after the recitation of Bismillah by Mahdi Maud (AHS).
This was a singular and unprecedented honour, given by God to his beloved Mahdi Maud (AHS)
Khalifatullah, and Khatim-e-Wilayat-e-Mohammedia.

EDUCATION:-
After the Bismillah Khani, Mahdi (AHS) Joined the Maktab (school) of Shaik-ul-Islam, Hazrat Shaik
Daniyal (RA), who was an Alim-Billah, Ustad-e-Shariat, and Peer-e-Tariqat, at that time. Whenever
Mahdi (AHS) entered the school, Hazrat Shaik Daniyal (RA) would rise, and after paying his respects,
would bring him to sit beside him. The others, also, would be told to treat him with respect. This made
his elder brother, Miyan Syed Ahmed envious of him, since he was not given the same respect. One
day, Khaja Khizr (AHS), came to visit the school. After he had left, Shaik Daniyal (RA) to test him
asked Syed Ahmed whether he knew who the visitor was. He replied in the negative. When he asked
Mahdi (AHS) the same question, he immediately answered that he was Khaja Khizr (AHS). Then
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Shaik Daniyal (RA) told Syed Ahmed "Your younger brother deserves respect because of the grace of
Allah, and his own great qualities, which you are not yet aware of, but you will come to know later".

During the course of his studies, when Shaik Daniyal (RA) taught him one 'RUKU' of the Quran, he
would read another 'RUKU' in advance by himself, without being taught. In this way, he memorised the
entire Quran at the tender age of seven years. Subsequently, whenever Shaik Daniyal (RA) started to
teach him a portion of any book, he would tell him in advance, the subject matter contained in the book
in the form of questions and answers, in a way which would clear most of the doubts of the Shaik (RA).
At the age of twelve, he used to solve some of the problems of the school teachers, whenever they were
brought to his notice. It is said that two of the Ulema were worried, not having been able to solve some
difficult problems even after discussion with other Ulema, over the past six months. Hazrat Mahdi
(AHS) asked them why they were so worried. When they explained, he asked them to narrate the
problems. Soon after hearing them, he solved their difficulties then and there. Occasionally Hazrat
Shaik Daniyal (RA) also used to seek clarification of some of the difficult points from him.

Realising his spiritual power, knowledge and competence in solving the most difficult problems,
Hazrat Daniyal (RA) called him, ASAD-UL-ULEMA (Lion of the Ulema) which, surprisingly,
corresponded with the title ASAD-ULLAH, given to his great grand-father Hazrat Ali (RZ). All the
Ulema of Jaunpur approved of the title, and used to call him Asad-ul-Ulema.

It is said that during Mahdi's school days, every Thursday, Hazrat Khaja (AHS) used to come to the
school with some questions. Whenever Hazrat Shaik Daniyal (RA) failed to answer any question, he
would ask Mahdi (AHS), who would solve his question in only one answer, to the surprise of both the
elders.

When he was twelve years old, one day Khaja Khizr (AHS) asked Hazrat Daniyal (RA) to bring him to
Khokari Masjid, situated on the bank of the river Gomti. Hazrat Daniyal (RA) along with Mahdi (AHS)
and his brother Syed Ahmed went to the said Masjid and met Khaja Khizr (AHS). Khaja Khizr (AHS)
took Mahdi (AHS) apart and spoke to him privately. He said "I have brought a gift given by your great
grand father, Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) as an Amaanath which I hereby entrust it to your honoured
self". Allah said in the Quran, "We have presented AMAANATH, to the skies, the earth and the
hillocks; they were afraid and refused to take it; while it was accepted by man". (Juz 22-Ruku 6). The
same amaanath was given in full to Mahdi Maud (AHS). Khaja Khizr (AHS) told him "Allah desires
that you should preach to the people from this amaanath of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). This was the
Amaanath of the Zikr-e-Khafi (concealed recitation), which was entrusted to Mahdi (AHS). Then
Khaja Khizr (AHS), requested Mahdi (AHS) to preach the same to him also, which. he did. After this
Khaja Khizr (AHS) came out, and told Shaik Daniyal (RA) "This is Mahdi Maud (AHS), I have
acknowledged (tasdeeq) him; you must also acknowledge him, and be his disciple". Accordingly, Shaik
Daniyal (RA) and Miyan Syed Ahmed (RA), also became his disciples. Then Khaja Khizr (AHS) took
out a date from his headdress and handed it over to Mahdi (AHS) saying "this is the PASKURDA (A
term used for a post-eaten item of a pious momin, having curing effect) of Prophet Mohammed
(PBUH) meant for you'. (Mould, P. 18-19)

As a matter of fact, Mahdi Maud's (AHS) going to school was only a formality. He was not in need of
formal education, because Allah had already given him all the knowledge in the very beginning, in
order to prove his superiority over the Ulema of that period. This is clearly evident from the following
Riwayet:-

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The famous Taabai (follower), Hazrat Shah Abdul Rahman (RA) has narrated that he was told by the
eminent Sahabi and Khalifa Hazrat Shah-e-Dilawar (RZ) that Mahdi Maud (AHS) said "I have been
taught the unparalleled knowledge contained in the four Divine Books, at the very beginning itself. If I
were to read the TALMUD (TAWARATE), people would be surprised at my knowledge and would
say, Moses had appeared for the second time. I kept that power and capacity to myself. If I were to read
the BIBLE, people would say Jesus the son of Mary, had appeared again. Similarly, if I were to read
the ZABOOR, people would say, I was DAVID. If I were to read the QURAN, people would think,
here is Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), who has come again. By the grace of Allah, I have kept all this
knowledge to myself, since Allah created me to shoulder the responsibility of the WILAYAT-E-
MOHAMMEDIA. (Mould, P.7 - NAE 489).

It was this knowledge imparted to Mahdi Maud (AHS) which helped him to read the Quran, and other
books without being taught by the teachers, and also to solve the problems which could not be solved
by other teachers and Ulema. This clearly showed that his knowledge, gifted by Allah, was far more
comprehensive, and superior to the knowledge of the other Ulema. It also indicated that he alone at that
time, had the privilege of being taught all the knowledge contained in the four Heavenly Books, which
was taught only to the four Holy Prophets directly by Allah. This miracle of Mahdi Maud's (AHS)
having been gifted the entire knowledge, contained in all the four Holy Books, is by itself a sufficient
proof of his being the Promised Mahdi, and Khalifatullah.

WAR WITH RAI DALPATH OF GAUR:-

Hazrat Syed Mohammed's (AHS) glorious personality was drawing in its fold the most ordinary soul as
well as the most God fearing spirits towards him. Sultan Husain Sharqi (1458-1479 AD) of Jaunpur
was very much impressed by young Syed's spiritual attainments and deemed it a privilege to be one of
his disciples. The Sultan was a vassal of Rai Dalpath of Gaur and paid tribute to him every year. Once,
Hazrat Syed Mohammed (AHS), remarked that a Muslim sultan, should not be subservient to a Kafir. It
was a disgrace. He should declare his independence. Representing himself as helpless before Dalpath's
might, the Sultan consented to wage war against the Raja, provided that the Hazrat was prepared to
support him. The Hazrat assured him of his support, till ultimate victory.

The Sultan marched with an army of about 50,000 cavalry and fifteen hundred celebrates known as
Bairagis, against Rai Dalpath of Gaur. The Bairagis were under the command of Hazrat Syed
Mohammed (AHS). Rai Dalpath came to the battle field with cavalry numbering 70,000. The Sultan
and his forces were routed, but Hazrat Syed Mohammed (AHS), accompanied by the Bairagis, stood
firm and did not leave the battle field. Sultan Hussain Sharqi tried to persuade him to retire, but he
would not agree. As soon as Rai Dalpath appeared on his elephant Hazrat Syed Mohammed (AHS)
shot an arrow, which went straight into the fore-head of the elephant. The elephant fled, and the army
of the Rai was crushed. The Rai, however, mounted a horse and came in front of Mahdi (AHS) to
attack him. Mahdi (AHS) moved forward swiftly and wielding his sword, cut the Rai into two pieces.
His throbbing heart fell out of his body onto the ground. Hazrat Syed Mohammed (AHS) noticed that
the Rai's heart carried the outline of the idol which he worshipped. He was greatly moved, and
remarked, "The Almighty be praised. When an idol can leave its impression on one's heart, what would
be the state of affairs if the light of Allah was manifested". He was influenced and exalted by this
experience and remained in a state of spiritual trance for twelve years. During this period, he was
dutifully served by his wife, Bibi Alhadadi (RZ). It is said that for the first seven years, he took food
and water and performed prayers (Namaaz), with the help of his wife at fixed hours. During the last
five years he took food and water only nominally and performed "Namaaz", without taking anybody's

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help. As a token of his gratitude, Sultan Sharqi sent a document awarding seven towns for the
maintenance of Hazrat Syed (AHS) and his followers, through the Qazi, but the Hazrat (AHS) refused
to accept it saying that whatever assistance he has extended in the victory against Rai Dalpath, was not
for the sake of any reward, but was a selfless service in the cause of Islam and for the pleasure of Allah.

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III

HIJRAT
(MIGRATION)

DANAPUR:-
At the age of forty, Hazrat Syed Mohammed (AHS), despite the active dissuasion of Sultan Hussain
Sharqi, left Jaunpur in 1887 Hijri / 1482 A.D. He went to Danapur under divine inspiration, with his
family and some friends, including Khazi Ali Mohammed (RZ), Miyan Syed Salamullah (RZ), Miyan
Dilawar (RZ), Miyan Jamaal (RZ), Miyan Lad Shah (RZ), Miyan Shaik Bheek (RZ), Miyan Tahir
(RZ), all Muhajireen (who have taken to hirjat).

At Danapur, his wife Bibi Alhadadi (RZ) dreamt of a mysterious voice saying, "We have made your
husband ‘Mahdi-e-Maud and Khatim-e-WILAYAT-E-MOHAMMEDIA’ Believe in him. He is the
Khalifatullah, and belief in him is obligatory". She narrated this dream to Mahdi Maud (AHS) who
said, "Whatever you have heard is true, and I have also received similar Divine messages saying that I
have been designated as the MAHDI MAUD, and that it will be openly declared at the proper time".
Bibi (RZ) touched his feet and said, "Kindly pardon my mistakes and short-comings, and bear witness
to the fact that I hereby acknowledge you as the Mahdi-e-Maud, and will hence forward have the same
regard for and faith in you, as I have in Prophet Mohammed (PBUH)."

Miyan Syed Mahmood (RZ) his son, and Miyan Shah Dilawar (RZ) also came to know about the
Divine Call and they also professed their faith in the Mahdi (AHS), and became his disciples.

Miyan Shah Dilawar (RZ), soon after acknowledging the Mahdiat of Syed Mohammed (AHS), went
into such a deep divine trance, that he was unable to move. In view of this, Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) left
him at Danapur, in the Mosque of Miyan Durraj (RZ), and proceeded to Kalpi.

At Danapur, meanwhile, one of his followers, Miyan Shaik Bheek (RZ) went to the bazaar one day, to
make some purchases. There he noticed a group of people weeping and mourning. On enquiry, he was
told that their leader had died. He looked at the dead body, and said "He is alive, not dead". Then,
holding his hand he said, "Get up". The dead man opened his eyes, and got up. The idol worshippers
were greatly surprised to see this "Karamath", and said "He is not human, he is Prabhu and
Parmeshwar". They started worshipping him, and wanted to keep him amongst them forever, so as to
escape any further deaths in the village. Miyan Bheek (RZ) was worried, and fled to Daira (Mahdi
Maud AHS) with difficulty. All the villagers followed him to see Mahdi Maud (AHS). Mahdi (AHS)
said to Miyan Bheek (RZ), "First, get rid of these ignorant fools, who treat a man as God". Then he
enquired of Miyan Bheek (RZ) about the incident, and was acquainted with the details. He told Miyan
Shaik Bheek "karamath is mallamath, and you alone are responsible for this trouble". Then he turned
towards the villagers and asked them to go and see their leader was dead. The people of the village
went, and saw that the effect of the karamath had been nullified, and the leader was dead. Then Hazrat
Mahdi Maud (AHS) observed three days of fasting known as "SOAM-E-TAYAB", and prayed to
Allah, "Oh Allah, save my followers from the evil of Karamath". After three days of praying day and
night, his prayers were answered, with the words, "For your sake only, Allah has saved your followers

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from the evil of karamath; but in the past, We have not exempted, earlier ummaths of Prophets and
Awolias".

KALPI:-
The distance between Kalpi and Danapur is about 370 miles. At one place on his way, a beautiful girl,
the daughter of an ex-Raja, who was seriously ill and had been unconscious for a long time was
brought to him for treatment. The Hazrat (AHS) gave her his PASKHURDA of pan, and she regained
her consciousness and health. The Raja, astonished by the extraordinary treatment, was highly pleased,
and offered his daughter to Hazrat Mahdi (AHS), as a token of his gratitude. She was named Bibi
Bheeka, and afterwards the Hazrat (AHS) married her. From Kalpi he proceeded to Chanderi.
(Al.M.M., P. 205)

CHANDERI:-
In Chanderi, Huzur Mahdi (AHS) became very famous on account of his Bayan-e-Quran (exposition of
the Quran) and a number of Muslims became his disciples. There were eighteen establishments
belonging to Mashaekheen (religious leaders) and Sajjadagan (Muslim ascetics) in the town, who
became jealous of the popularity of the Hazrat (AHS), and wanted him to leave. He said that he was
already leaving, according to the instruction of Allah, and departed. Soon after his departure on account
of local dispute, their houses were set on fire, and they suffered heavy loss of men and material. There
was a feeling among the people that the trouble was a result of their ill treatment of Hazrat Mahdi
(AHS). When Mahdi Maud (AHS) heard about this, he remarked "No one will be troubled on account
of Banda-gaane-Khuda; the loss is due to their own deeds".
(Al. M.M., P. 206)

MANDU:-
From Chanderi, Hazrat Mahdi Maud (AHS) went to Mandu. Mandu was the capital city of the Sultanat
of Malwa. The people of Mandu gathered in large crowds around him. Sultan Ghiyas uddin Khilji
(873/1469-906/1500), sent a message to Hazrat Mahdi Maud (AHS) regretting his inability to pay his
respects to him in person, though extremely anxious to do so, on account of his being under the
surveillance of Nasiruddin, his son. He requested Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) to send one or two of his
disciples to him, so that he might be enlightened by them. Hazrat Mahdi (AHS), accordingly, sent
Miyan Syed Salamullah (RZ) and Miyan Abubaker (RZ) to see the Sultan. They were welcomed with
great regard and respect. The Sultan enquired about the mission of Mahdi Maud (AHS) in detail. Fully
convinced by their replies, he accepted and acknowledged, Hazrat Syed Mohammed (AHS), as the
promised Mahdi (AHS). After joining the fold of Mahdi Maud (AHS), he pleaded through him, for the
approval of three requests; namely, to live as an oppressed being, to end his life with faith, and to die as
a martyr. Mahdi Maud (AHS) said, "God has approved all his three requests". The Sultan sent (60)
bags of money, gold coins and jewels, and one emerald TASBEEH (Chain) as Futuh (unsolicited
present in the name of Allah) to Hazrat Mahdi Maud (AHS). However, Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) surprised
them all. Far from keeping it for himself, or even for his followers, he distributed all the wealth among
the people who were following the carriages containing it. When everything had been distributed, a
"DUFF (Tambourine)" beating beggar came and said "I am the only person in the town who did not get
anything." Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) lifted the emerald Tasbeeh (Chain) worth about Rs. one crore at that
time, with his stick, and generously threw it towards the "DUFF" beater. Miyan Syed Salamullah (RZ)

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said "Miranji! that was a priceless Tasbeeh". The Hazrat replied, "Allah said "MATA-UD-DUNYA
QALEEL (the entire wealth of the world is negligible)", so how can you say it is priceless". When the
people enquired about the motive behind this deed he explained that his followers were interested only
in seeking Allah, without caring for material prosperity; and, therefore they did not require anything
else. One of the followers pointed out that incidentally one bag of money was left over. Then Hazrat
Mahdi (AHS) asked him to distribute it equally among his followers. Thereupon, they went to make
some purchases, but failed to return in time for the congregational prayer. This lapse on the part of his
followers was deeply regretted by Hazrat Mahdi Maud (AHS) and he remarked, "Only Allah knows
what the state of affairs would have been, if all the money had been distributed to them".
(S.I.M.M., P. 37 and 38)

Miyan Allahadad Hameed (RZ), an eminent poet and a trusted companion of Sultan Ghiyasuddin
Khilji, accepted Tark-e-Duniya and entered the fold of Hazrat Mahdi Maud (AHS). He wrote a number
of books in prose and verse, including RISALA-BAR-E-AMANAT, RISALA DAR SUBOOT-E-
MAHDIYAT, AMRSIYA-E-MAHDI MAUD, and a Diwan containing verses of undotted (Bey-Naqta)
letters, which led to the wide popularity of Mahdawi tenets.
(M.W., P. 25 and Sh. W. P-63).

CHAPANEER:-
When Mahdi Maud (AHS) went to Chapaneer, Sultan Mahmood Beghda (1459-1511) was the ruler of
Gujarat. At Chapaneer, Mahdi (AHS) stayed in Jama-e-Masjid. In a short time he became very famous
on account of his extraordinary Bayan-e-Quran, and the healing effect of his paskhurda. People started
coming in large numbers from distant places to listen to him. The effect of Bayan-e-Quran was so
great, that a number of people accepted Tark-e-Duniya and joined him in his Hijrat. Tark-e-Duniya
means 'asceticism, i.e., abstaining from the pleasures of this world'. Whoever took a drop of his
paskhurda water went into a spiritual trance, and for the Love of Allah, accepted Tark-e-Duniya. Sultan
Mahmood Beghda heard about his popularity, and wanted to see him. He could not do so, due to the
maneuvering of his court Ulema, who were jealous of the Mahdi (AHS). Therefore he sent two of his
trusted nobles to the Mahdi (AHS), namely Salim Khan and Farhad-ul-Mulk with two Ulema to
ascertain the facts. When these four deputies of the Sultan went to see the Mahdi (AHS), he was busy
with the Bayan-e-Quran after the Namaz-e-Asar. All being engaged in listening to the Bayan-e-Quran,
no one looked at them, or paid any attention to them. The two Ulema felt insulted, and left after
Namaz-e-Maghrib. They advised the Sultan not to visit him, even if he was WALI-E-KAMIL, because
they were not given due respect by him and his followers. But the two nobles were greatly moved by
the Bayan-e-Quran of Mahdi Maud (AHS) and became his disciples. They explained the details to the
Sultan, and praised Mahdi Maud (AHS) highly. The Sultan became his admirer and whole-hearted
devotee. The author of Darbar-e-Akbari wrote in his book, "Syed Mohammed Jaunpuri was a great
Alim, who had a comprehensive command over external and internal ulloom (Sciences). He was
recognised as the true Mahdi, not only by the common people but also by Sultan Mahmood Pasha of
Gujarat, who became his follower". (Darbar-e-Akbari, p. 739 printed at Rifoh-e-am. Lahore 1898 AD).
Though the Ulema belonging to his Darbar tried to mislead him, he remained firm in his belief. (AI-
Mahdi-E-Maud, P.215-216).

The Hazrat stayed in Chapaneer for about one and half year. Hundreds of people, including Mashaikhs,
Ulema, the two sisters of the Sultan, namely Raje Soon and Raje Muradi, and two nobles from the
Sultan's court, Salim Khan, and Farhad-ul-Mulk, became his disciples. During his stay at Chapaneer,
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hills, on the eastern side of Ek Minar-i-Masjid. Bibi Budhan (RZ) informed Mahdi Maud (AHS) that
she had noticed a piece of gold in Bibi Alhadadi's (RZ) bed. He asked her to bring it, so that it could be
heated and branded on the forehead of the Bibi (RZ), since she had claimed to have followed
TAWAKKAL. On hearing this, Miyan Syed Salamullah (RZ) told Mahdi Maud (AHS), "By God, that
piece of gold was not owned by Bibi (RZ) but it belonged to Bibi Fatima (RZ) her daughter". Hazrat
Mahdi (RZ) answered that he knew Bibi (RZ) never had anything except Allah, but according to the
Shariat-e-Rasool, the order for branding was given so as to save her from being branded in the
hereafter.
(SIM. M. P. 34)

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ARRIVAL OF THE HAZRAT NIZAM (RZ):-

Hazrat Shah-e-Nizam, who was the Prince of Jaaies, left his kingdom at the age of 18 years in search of
a Peer-e-Kamil (perfect religious guide). He went to Mecca, and performed Haj. On his return to India,
he went to Chapaneer and met Hazrat Imam Mahdi (AHS). When he arrived Mahdi (AHS) welcomed
him warmly. As soon as he preached the ZIKR-E-KHAFI (concealed recitation) to him, he went into a
spiritual trance, and remained unconscious for three days.
(For more details please see PP- 106, 107)

DAULATABAD:-
After leaving Gujarat, he went to Daulatabad, via Burhanpur, and visited the tombs of Syed
Mohammed Arif (RA) (who was also known as Shaik Momin), Shah Raju Qattal (RA), Sultan
Burhanuddin Zar Zari Bakhash (RA) and Shaik Zainuddin (RA) among others. He said, "eminent
Awolia-Allah, are buried in this area. From Daulatabad to the Darga of Syed Mohamed Arif Shaik
Momin (RA), there is not a single space left without a grave". He walked on his toes to cover this
distance, in order to avoid any disrespect to the great souls of Awolia-Allah, whose graves were not
marked. He further said that those Awolia-e-Kamil had lived there without name or fame, and thus
people were not aware of their great importance. It is said that when he did his ablutions, and gargled,
using the water of the well near Syed Mohammed Arif (RA)'s Tomb the hard (very salty) water became
soft (sweet). The well is still in use. He stayed in Daulatabad for a week, and then left for Ahmednagar.
(S.M.M., P.23)

AHMEDNAGAR:-
Ahmednagar is about ninety miles from Daulatabad. At that time, Malik Ahmed Nizam Shah I (1490-
1508) was the ruler, and the Bagh-e-Nizam Fort was under construction. Influenced by the Quranic
Sermons of Mahdi Maud (AHS), a large number of people, accepted Tark-e-Duniya, and joined his
group. The Sultan himself personally paid his respects to the Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) sought his blessings
for the birth of a son, and became his disciple. The Hazrat gave his "PASKHURDA" to be taken by the
Sultan and his wife. Subsequently a son, who was named, Burhan Nizam Shah I (1508-1553) was born
to them. Burhan Nizam Shah remained a devoted Mahdawi, and became a disciple of Hazrat Shah
NEMATH (RZ), the third caliph of Mahdi Maud (AHS).

BIDAR:-
Bidar was the capital city of the Bareedia Kings. This, being a peaceful Islamic city, had attracted a
number of Ulema who had settled there. Hazrat Syed Mohammed (AHS) reached Bidar during 900
Hijri, where Qasim Bareed was the ruler. One day, the king dreamt that a big tiger had entered the city
from one gate and left from another. Shaik Momin Tawakkali (RA) who was a pious person,
interpreted the king's dream to mean that a great Wali from the family of Hazrat Ali
(KARAMALLAHUWAJAHU) (RZ) would come to the city, and leave shortly after. The arrival of
Hazrat Mahdi Maud (AHS), the descendent of Hazrat Ali (RZ), was hailed by one and all in the city,
and large crowds attended his sermons. The famous Ulema and Mashaekheen of the city, namely Shaik
Momin Tawakkali (RZ), Maulana Ziaddun (RZ), Qazi Muntajebuddin Junaire (RZ) and Qazi Allauddin
(RZ), were greatly impressed by him and became his disciples.

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One day, Shaik Momin Tawakkali (RZ) humbly invited Mahdi Maud (AHS) to his house for lunch, and
arranged for his bath. When Hazrat Mahdi Maud (AHS) removed his clothes, Shaik Momin Tawakkali
(RZ) saw the Mohar-e-WILAYAT (SEAL) on his back, and kissed it. Then he confessed that the bath
had been arranged for him to see whether the seal of Wilayat was on the Hazrat's back, just as the seal
of Nabuwat was stated to be found on the back of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH).
(AL-MM, PP.223-224)

GULBARGA:-
There were 360 followers with him when he left Bidar for Gulbarga. There, he paid a visit to the
Dargah of MAQDOOM SYED MOHAMMED KHAJA BANDE NAWAZ GESUDARAZ (RA).
When he wanted to enter the tomb, the door was found locked, but opened when he touched it, and
soon after he entered, it closed automatically. His followers, and others outside the tomb, heard some
conversation going on inside. He remained in the tomb for some time. When he emerged, he said that
Syed Mohammed (RA) had been a Murshid-e-Kamil of his time, and had the perfume of Prophet
Mohammad (PBUH) on him.
(Al.M.M., P.228)

He then visited the Dargah of Shaik Sirajuddin (RA), and observed "EE-TE-KAAF" (retirement) in one
room for a period of one week. The room is still existing.

BIJAPUR:-
From Gulbarga, he went to Bijapur, and stayed in the Jama-e-Masjid of Rai Bagh village. He visited
the Dargah of Shaik Hamza (RA), who was also a great Wali in his time. From Bijapur he went to
Chitapur.

CHITAPUR:-
In Chitapur he stayed at Nagai, which was well populated. One CHITA Sahib Majzub (a Godly person)
came to see Mahdi Maud (AHS) one day, riding on a big tiger. Mahdi (AHS) was sitting on a rock at
the time. When he saw the tiger and his rider coming towards him, he directed the rock to walk, and the
rock started walking. When Chita Sahib saw this, he got down from his tiger, bowed to Mahdi (AHS)
paid his respects and became his disciple. After staying a few days, Hazrat Imam (AHS) proceeded to
Dabole, a port on the shores of the Arabian Sea.
(Al.M.M., P.229)

DABOLE:-
Dabole is about 200 miles from Chitapur. From there he boarded a ship for MECCA, with his 360
followers, in 901/1495-96. Due to his Tawakkal, and immense faith in Allah, he would not allow his
followers to take provisions, or even water, with them. He said "Piety is the best companion during a
journey". During the voyage, when the party was suffering great hunger, mysteriously a boat appeared,
and the people in the boat offered them food and water in the name of Allah. The Imamana (AHS)
agreed to accept the food, as it was HALAL-E-TAYIB (a pious an unexpected offer). When the ship
docked at Yelmalam, Mahdi Maud (AHS) and his followers put on EH-RAAM (Two unstitched pieces

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of white cloth wrapped down the body by male pilgrims during Haj (pilgrimage to kaabah), a white
scarf tied round the head and hair by woman pilgrims during Haj). From there they proceeded to
Mecca, via JEDDAH.

MECCA:-
FIRST DAWA-E-MAHDIAT (901-HIJRI):
In Mecca, after circumambulating the "KAABAH", in 901 H / 1495-96 A.D. On a Monday when the
Mahdi (AHS) was fifty four years old, under Divine instructions he openly declared between RUKN
AND MAQAM, "I am the Promised Mahdi, and he who follows me is a Momin" This declaration is
known as the first DAWA-E-MAHDIAT. Shah Nizam (RZ) and Qazi Alauddin Bidree (RZ), two of his
companions, and some Arabs acknowledged him as Mahdi Maud (AHS). This was the first open
declaration of his claim to be the promised Mahdi (AHS). He stayed in Mecca for a few months. He
had planned to go to Madina-e-Munawara, but received instructions from the soul of Prophet
Mohammed (PBUH), that "I am always with your, you need not come to Madina, but had better
proceed to Gujarat, as the time for the open declaration of DAWA-E-MUAKKADA has come".

AHMEDABAD:-
Therefore, he returned to India, and reached Ahmedabad in 903 Hijri. He stayed in the Mosque of Taj
Khan Bin Salar, situated near the Jamalpur gate. He lived there for about eighteen months. Ahmedabad
was a thickly populated city, having 360 localities during that period. In a short time, Mahdi (AHS)
became so famous that a large crowd would assemble to listen to his sermons. Not only was the big
mosque, with its vast verandah full but people also used to sit on the surrounding walls and branches of
trees to listen him. One of the miracles of his Bayan was that all the people whether sitting near or far
would hear him equally clearly. After listening to the Bayan thousands of people would promise not to
sin any more (Tawoba) and to adopt virtuous methods in future. He invited the people to the obligatory
prayers, constant "ZIKR" of Allah and to seek the vision of Allah. His sermons and discourses from
Quranic verses, were highly exhaustive and had a miraculous effect on his listeners, in changing their
minds and hearts, and were largely responsible for swelling the ranks of his disciples. People came
from various parts of the state to listen to him, and after having heard a discourse would change their
minds and join him as his followers.

Among the eminent people, who became the disciples of Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) in Ahmedabad, were
Malik Burhanuddin (RZ), Malik Gauhar Badr-ul-Arifin (RZ) and Moulana Miyan Yousuf (RZ). Malik
Burhanuddin (RZ), who was a great Alim and noble of the city, was greatly impressed after hearing the
explanation of a verse regarding sacrifice and generosity for the love of Allah. He immediately
accepted Tark-e-Duniya, distributed all his belongings, and became a disciple. Subsequently, he rose to
great spiritual heights and became one of the ASNA-I-ASHRA (Twelve blessed persons). Malik
Gauhar (RZ) was one of the Ministers of the Government of Gujarat. Impressed by the exposition of
the Quran, he relinquished his post, and became his disciple. On account of his devoted service and
endurance, he also acquired the position of Asna-I-Ashra.

Moulana Miyan Yousuf (RZ) was a great noble, scholar and noted Alim of Ahmedabad. He also joined
the followers of the Mahdi (AHS) after listening to his Bayan-e-Quran, and accompanied him on the
journey to Khurasan. He underwent untold misery and hardship with the utmost resignation during the

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long journey to Khurasan. He always remained an ardent follower of the Mahdi (AHS) and attained the
highest status of the blessed Asna-i-Ashra.

It is stated that once, a licentious relative of Sultan Mahmood Beghda's went to his beloved's house was
disappointed, and returned to his home in a badly intoxicated condition with a naked sword in his hand
and in a desperate mood. Early in the morning, he reached the Sabarmati river, where Hazrat Mahdi
(AHS) and his followers were staying. He enquired why they were there, and what they were doing.
Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) replied, "One who returns disappointed and desperate from his beloved's house,
can find the right path under our guidance". On hearing these words, he went into a trance, and
remained unconscious for some time. On regaining consciousness, he promised not to sin any more,
accepted Tark-e-Duniya and remained with the followers of Hazrat Mahdi (AHS).

THE PECULIAR INSTANCE OF HAJI MALI:-

It is stated that there was a Hindu orphan boy working as a gardener in Ahmedabad. One day, under the
observance of "Sati" (Self-immolation on becoming a widow), the wife of a Brahmin was going to be
burnt alive, along with the dead body of her husband. The boy also joined the crowd watching the
awful scene. Khaja KHIZR (AHS) appeared in the guise of a Brahmin, and started weeping and wailing
"Oh God: Let my heart be in deep love of you, at least as much as this woman had for this Brahmin's
dead body. Allow me to burn myself in your eternal love as this woman is burning in the love of her
husband. Whereas this woman is burning herself for the unreliable, transient and fictitious love of a
man. Alas! we are not as courageous as this woman". After saying this, the Brahmin (Khaja Khizr
AHS) disappeared, but his words left a very deep effect on the mind of the gardener's boy. He went on
thinking about God, and the love of God, and ultimately began to ignore his work. Because he was
neglecting his work, he was driven out of the house by his uncle. Someone told him to go to Mecca,
where he could see God in his house, known as the KAA'BAH where the Muslims go. He started his
journey towards Mecca, and found the same Brahmin on his way. The Brahmin took him to a canal,
and after he had taken a bath, taught him the Kalma of Islam and the performance of Namaaz. He told
him to continue to perform Namaaz regularly, in order to reach Allah. But the boy was not satisfied
with that, and insisted that the Brahmin should show him Allah. Then the Brahmin directed him to the
mosque of Taj Khan Bin Salar in Ahmedabad, where Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) was staying. He told the
boy, "He will show you Allah, because Allah has sent him only for this purpose". The gardener boy
joyfully went to the bazar, purchased two flower garlands, and proceeded to the Masjid.

The Mahdi (AHS) was instructed by Allah to receive His lover. Therefore he stepped forward to
receive the boy, but as soon as he saw him, the boy became unconscious under the influence of the
Divine light. The Mahdi (AHS) brought him into the mosque, and smelt one garland, while reciting the
Zikr-e-Khafi and taught the Zikr-e-Khafi to the boy through the smell of the same flowers. The other
garland was tied around his head. He then said, "Miyan Haji, your Haj has been performed here, itself".
Thereafter, Haji Mali saw a vision of Allah, and remained in the spiritual trance for three days. On the
third day, his soul left his body, and the Mahdi (AHS) remarked, "His capacity to resist the vision was
weak and he could no longer stand to it, since he was sincere, he reached the goal".

It is said that the flowers offered on his grave remained quite fresh for forty days. When this was
brought to the Mahdi's (AHS) notice, he said, "Level his grave to the ground, so that people may not
start worshipping it". Miraculously, there was heavy rain on that day which washed off the grave,
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SECOND DAWA-E-MAHDIAT:-
During Hazrat Mahdi Maud's (AHS) stay in Ahmedabad, thousands of people, irrespective of their
knowledge, learning or position, came under his influence, accepted Tark-e-Duniya, and joined his
followers. A number of Ulema and scholars, though convinced that he was the promised Mahdi (AHS),
were waiting for his declaration in this regard. Under spiritual guidance, Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) declared
himself the Mahdi Maud again in 903 H / 1497-98 A.D., in the mosque of Taj Khan Bin Salar. This
was the second "DAWA-E-MAHDIAT" of the Imam (AHS). All present declared their acceptance of
his claim, and their allegiance. He also claimed that Allah could be seen in this world, and that he could
show Allah to one's "eyes of the flesh". This assertion, however, was too much for the Ulema of
Ahmedabad, so they obtained a FATWA (written verdict of a Muslim Law authority) to kill him. All
the Ulema signed the Fatwa for his death except Moulana Mohammed Taj, who was the greatest Alim
and religious teacher of his day. He questioned the wisdom of the Ulema for in having acquired
knowledge, only to give a FATWA of death against a Syed (AHS).
(Mirat-i-Sikandari, page 138)

EKHRAJ (Banishment):-
The Ulema of Ahmedabad could neither dispute his claim of showing Allah, nor of his being the Mahdi
(AHS), and being unable to face Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) in theological discussions, they sought recourse
to persecution. They represented to the Sultan that many of the Ulema, Amirs, Vazirs, Princes and
Princesses, Shaikzadas, and Soldiers had given up the worldly life, and joined the fold of the Syed
(AHS). This state of affairs might encourage robbers and enemies to start their depredation in and
around Gujarat. They said that it would spell ruin to the state if the Syed (AHS) was allowed to
continue his discourses about the HAQIQAT (Divine Realities) in Ahmedabad. Thus, they prevailed
upon the Sultan to issue a decree banishing Syed Mohammed (AHS).

When the orders of Ekhraj were conveyed to the Syed (AHS) he remarked, "What I am discussing is
only the Shariat of Prophet Mohammad (PBUH). It is not possible to recite the HAQIQAT (Divine
realities). If I were to recite the HAQIQAT (Divine Realities), all would be reduced to ashes. When the
royal order was shown to him, he said, "the furman of your king is valid for you, but I have already
received a furman from our KING (ALLAH) saying that I should move on further, which I am doing".

SOLASANTEJ AND MIYAN NIMATH (RZ):-

The Mahdi (AHS) thereupon left Ahmedabad, and camped at a village named Solasantej. There, one
Miyan Nimath (RZ) of the Banyani tribe, who was the son of a great noble named Malik Bade became
his disciple. Before meeting the Mahdi (AHS), Miyan Nimath was a brave, adventurous young man,
and a perfect soldier. One day, he killed the son of a courtier, Habshi Abdullah, who complained to the
king. The king ordered his arrest and some soldiers were sent to search for him. When he heard, that he
was going to be arrested, he fled along with some of his comrades towards Santej the King's soldiers
followed him. When he was approaching the village of Santej, he heard the sound of the Azaan (Call
for prayers) being given. Moved by the call for Namaaz (prayer), he dismounted from his horse, even
though his comrades refused to stop, fearing arrest by the soldiers. They ran away, leaving him alone.
Undaunted by the fear of arrest he started to perform Namaaz-e-Zohar, at the same place. At the same
time, the soldiers arrived. They came close to him looked at him carefully, but could not identify him
as his colour, as well as his horse's colour, were completely changed. Then they marched away, in the

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direction of the party which has left earlier. After the performance of Namaaz, he went to Santej and
enquired about the person who gave the call for Namaaz in the jungle. He was informed that a party
was camping there, whose leader was a Syed, who had made his claim of Mahdiat at Mecca. He went
to see Hazrat Mahdi (AHS), who was delivering a lecture on the Quran at that time. After the lecture,
the Hazrat (AHS) without asking his name called him and said, "Miyan Nimath come, you are full of
Nimath". The impact of these words was so great that all the evil vanished from his heart. He wept and
falling on the Mahdi's (AHS) feet, requested pardon for his past sins, Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) told him
that "Allah is great, merciful and forgiving. He may pardon your sins, but he will not pardon the sins
committed against people. So you should seek pardon from those people". Miyan Nimath went to the
house of Habshi Abdullah (whose son he had killed), and sent word that the murderer of his son had
come to pay compensation with his own blood. When the Habshi came out and saw him, he was
wonder-struck, and asked him, "Are you the same Nimath?" He further asked, "What is the reason for
this drastic change in you, and who is responsible for this?", Miyan Nimath narrated how he had been
influenced by Mahdi Maud (AHS). Abdullah told him "I will pardon the murder of my son, only when
you take me to Hazrat Mahdi Maud (AHS)." Accordingly, he accompanied Miyan Nimath, went to
Mahdi Maud (AHS) and became his disciple. Miyan Nimath went to all those he had injured, and
confessing his sins, secured their pardon. Then he returned to Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) accepted Tark-e-
Duniya, and became his follower. Under the guidance and supervision of Hazrat Mahdi (AHS), he
attained great spiritual heights, and went on to become the third Khalifa of Hazrat Mahdi (AHS).
(Al M.M., P. 255)

PATAN:-
From there Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) went to Sood, which lay between Ahmedabad and Patan. Thereafter,
he moved on to Patan, and stayed near the Hauz (cistern) of Khan Sarwar in the Khankhah of Qazi
Qadan. On his arrival in Patan, which was also known as Naherwala, the Mahdi (AHS) observed, "In
Naherwala, I am getting the perfume of love, and it is the KAAN (mine) of Momineen". A large
number of people including Ulema, mystics and Majzubs accepted his claim of MAHDIAT. After his
arrival in Patan, one Shaik Ruknuddin Majzub (RA), who never wore clothes, started clothing himself,
and said that, "the king of the Shariat is coming". He paid his respects to Hazrat Mahdi (AHS), and sent
food for him and all his companions. From this food, when one loaf of bread and two plantains per
head were distributed to all according to the directions of the Hazrat Mahdi (AHS), it was found to be
exactly equal to the number of persons, as if all those things had been sent after counting the numbers.

BANDAGI MIYAN SYED KHUNDMEER (RZ):-

Patan was an ancient city, and was also known as NAHERWALA during the period of Sultan
Mahmood Beghda. It was the capital of Saltanat-e-Gujarat. Of the disciples who entered the fold of the
Mahdawis there, Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ) who belonged to the same line of the Hussaini Syeds to
which Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) belonged, was the most eminent. Since childhood, he had a strongly
religious bent of mind, and was in search of a great Murshid (Religious Leader). After Malik Bakhan
(RZ), his uncle, became the disciple of Hazrat Mahdi Maud (AHS), he took him to Hazrat Mahdi
(AHS). As soon as Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) saw him, he stepped forward and welcomed him by saying,
"As-Salam-o-alaik, come brother Syed Khundmeer", The impact of looking at the Hazrat's face and
NAZAR (sight) was so great that, Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ) became unconscious and was about to
fall down, when Hazrat Imamana (AHS) moved forward and embraced him. He also said, "Syed
Khundmeer and I are both Hussaini Syeds, having the same ancestry". Since he was under the
influence of Godly vision (Tajalli-E-Zaat) his unconsciousness was growing deeper. Hazrat Imamana
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(AHS) said, "My brother Syed Khundmeer, this unconsciousness is not in the tradition of our family;
Be conscious". He gave his "Paskhurda water" to Bandagi Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ) and he
regained consciousness. Then, taking his head on his lap, he taught him ZIKR-E-KHAFI (concealed
recitation) by keeping close his nose. Hazrat Imamana (AHS) said Syed Khundmeer (RZ) had all the
potential, the lamp was ready with fuel and wick, and required only lighting, which was accomplished
by the light of the Wilayat-e-Mohammedia. Then he recited the Bayan-e-Quran, beginning with the
verse, (Allahu-Noorus-Samawat-e-Wul-Arz), the "Allah is the light of the Heaven and Earth". After the
Bayan, Namaaz-e-Maghrib was performed, and the Imamana (AHS) asked Malik Barkhurdar (RZ) to
take Syed Khundmeer (RZ) to his house.

After a few days, when he regained complete consciousness, Hazrat Imamana (AHS) asked him to
describe his first day's experience. He narrated that "When my NAZAR (sight) first fell on the Imam
(AHS), let my eyes be shattered, if I saw the Mahdi in between; at that moment, I saw only my Allah".
Then Hazrat Imamana (AHS) said that it was true, he alone who had become Allah (through self-
mortification), can see Allah". Hazrat Miyan Khundmeer (RZ) said, "When I was performing Namaaz-
e-Asar, I was asked by Allah, 'What gift have you brought for us?'. I replied that whatever I had, I
would offer. Allah told me "my lovers offer their heads as gifts". I said I would present not only one
head, but a hundred heads of I could. Then, I found my body without my head. After the Namaaz, when
I found my head back on my shoulders, I enquired whether my gift had not been accepted. Allah said
"Your present has been accepted by us but it will remain with you as our amanath (deposit) which we
will take later".
(Al M.M., P. 264-265)

The Mahdi (AHS) stayed in Patan for fifteen months. There, his popularity grew, on account of his
Bayan-e-Quran. A number of Ulema and Masha-e-kheen became his disciples, notable among whom
were Moulana Lad Shah (RZ), Moulana Yousuf Soheet (RZ), his brother Moulana Miyan Taj (RZ),
Miyan Abdur Rasheed patni (RZ), Miyan Maroof (RZ), Malik Sharfuddin Badiwal (RZ), Syed Khanji
(RZ), Khidkiwal etc. When the worldly Ulema saw that nobles and officers, including Malik
Naseeruddin Mubazir-ul-Mulk, Subdar (Governor) of Patan along with his family members, all became
Mahdavis, and therefore, they were losing their influence, they asked the Sultan to order the
banishment of Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) from Patan. When the Subedar of Patan received the Government
order for his banishment, he approached Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) with some hesitation. On seeing the
Subedar, Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) smiled and said, "I have already received my Allah's order to leave this
place. My staying or moving-on, are governed by His Orders. I am going to Badhli, but the faces of
those who are responsible for my Ekhraj, will be darkened by Allah, on the day of Judgement."
(Al M.M., P. 266)

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IV

DAWA-E-MUAKKADA
(905 HIJRI)

BADHLI:-
He proceeded to Badhli, and stayed there for one and a half years. At Badhli, after the mid-day prayers
on a Monday, he said, "I am commissioned by Allah, to declare that I AM THE PROMISED MAHDI.
I AM THE CALIPH OF ALLAH AND A FOLLOWER OF PROPHET MOHAMMED (PBUH), AND
HE WHO FOLLOWS ME IS A MOMIN. WHOEVER DISBELIVES MY MAHDIAT IS A KAFIR."
(Moulud. - P. 68). This was the third and final declaration, which took place in 905 Hijri / 1499-1500
AD, and is called "DAWA-E-MUAKKADA" (Confirmatory claim). This was proclaimed before an
august assembly of Ulema, Scholars, Masha-e-Kheen, Amirs, Khans, mystics and common people. All
those present accepted his claim. He told them that actually, he had been ordered by Allah to declare
himself as the Promised Mahdi at the age of forty, but he had continued to postpone it and now was
strictly commanded by Allah, to do so. He said "Allah directed me not to be afraid of people, and
proclaim that I am the Promised Mahdi". He said that he was not making this claim on the basis of
some sudden impulse or in a sub-conscious state of mind. "Now I have been forcefully ordered by
Allah to proclaim that "AGAR KAHLATA HAI TO KAHLA, NAHIN TO ZALIMONH MENH KA
KARUNGA". Thus, he had no alternative but to obey the commandment without postponing it further.

Mahdi (AHS) wrote to the Sultan and asserted emphatically that, "I am hale and hearty, free from
disease and want, conscious and perfectly in my senses. Allah has ordained me to declare that I am the
Promised Mahdi. The Quran and the following of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), are the two witnesses
for my claim. I am commissioned by Allah to invite people towards Him. I am the Caliph of Allah and
follower of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). I invite you to ascertain my claim. If you find that I am on
the right path, follow me. If not, you must explain to me. If I fail to understand the truth, you may slay
me". He very explicitly declared that "ONE WHO DISBELIEVES THAT I AM THE PROMISED
MAHDI IS A 'KAFIR', SINCE THAT WOULD MEAN DISBELIEF IN PROPHET MOHAMMED
(PBUH), IN ALL THE PROPHETS (PBUT), DIVINE SCRIPTURES, THE QURAN AND THE
ALMIGHTY." About 360 devoted followers accepted his claim.
(Sh. W. - P. 163-164)

Even after Four months passed, but no reply was received from the Sultan. It is said that the Sultan,
who had a great regard for the Mahdi (AHS) sent the letter to Mullah Moinuddin of Patan for more
information, and confirmation.

DISCUSSIONS WITH ULEMA:-

Mullah Moinuddin, an orthodox scholar, along with other Ulema, began to oppose the Mahdi (AHS)
openly, because he was afraid of his own downfall with the increasing influence and popularity of the
Mahdi (AHS) in the State. Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) returned to Patan from Badhli to counteract the
opposition of Mullah Moinuddin. He invited the Mullah to oppose him in an open religious discussion
at Jama Masjid, but the Mullah was afraid to face him, and did not even dare to come out of his house.
So, Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) returned to Badhli. The people taunted the Mullah for withdrawing. The

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Mullah is stated to have replied that he was conscious of the hollowness of his own knowledge, and
knew that he would be convinced of the validity of the Syed's claim, which in turn, would have
certainly helped the Syed (AHS) to win over the rest of the people including the King and the nobles,
causing thereby, the ruin of the entire state of Gujarat. When this was reported to Hazrat Mahdi (AHS),
he replied that the Mullah ought to have taken care of his own faith, rather than of the elephant stable
of the King, meaning thereby to leave the creation of Allah to the care of Allah.

Afterwards the Ulema, under the leadership of Mullah Moinuddin, prepared a list of questions in a
meeting at Jama Masjid, Patan, and presented it to Mahdi Maud (AHS) at Badhli. Each question was
answered by Mahdi Maud (AHS) as follows:

Q. 1: Do you claim to be Mahdi Maud?

Ans: The Mahdi (AHS) said, "I am not claming any thing on my own; I am commissioned by Allah to
declare that I am Mahdi Maud (AHS)".
Q. 2: The Ulema asked "According to prophesy, your father's name ought to have been Abdullah, but
his name is Syed Khan.
Ans: Realising their taunt, the Mahdi (AHS) smiled, and replied, "You had better ask Allah why he
made the son of Syed Khan the "MAHDI-E-MAUD". Allah is all powerful. He can do whatever
he likes". This, even though the Ulema were well aware that his father's name was Syed
Abdullah, and Syed Khan was his title.
Q. 3: The Ulema said, "As per the 'prophesy' all will have faith in the Mahdi, and no one will disbelieve
in him?
Ans: The Mahdi (AHS) asked the Ulema whether Momins would believe in him or Kafirs? They said,
"Momins". Then he replied, "All those who were born eternally Momins have already believed,
and are also becoming believers".
Q. 4: Do you say WILAYAT is superior to NABUWAT?
Ans: The Mahdi (AHS) said, "Superiority to WILAYAT was given by Prophet Mohammed (PBUH),
not by me, in the Hadith: "Al-Wilayat Afzal Min Nabuwat". This means that the Wilayat of the
Nabi is superior to the Nabuwat of the Nabi. I do not say my Wilayat is superior to the Wilayat of
the Nabi, or that I am superior to the Nabi, or that any Wali is superior to the Nabi".
Q. 5: You believe that FAITH increases and decreases, whereas Imam-e-Azam (RA) says that faith
neither increases nor decreases.
Ans: To this, he replied, "Allah says in the Quran, 'When you recite the verses of the Quran before
them, their faith is increased, and their confidence in Allah is maintained'. This proves that Faith
does increase. Imam-e-Azam (RA) has referred to his own faith, which has reached perfection.
After perfection, there will be neither increase nor decrease".
Q. 6: Do you say earning is unlawful?
Ans: The Mahdi (AHS) said, "Earning is lawful for a Momin, but one has to become a Momin first.
You must refer to the Quran, to know who is a Momin".
Q. 7: Do you forbid the learning of knowledge (Ilm)?
Ans: The Mahdi (AHS) said, "I am a devoted follower of prophet Mohammed (PBUH). How can I
forbid that which he has not forbidden? In the Quran, 'ZIKR-E-DAWAM' is 'divine obligation'.
Whatever interferes with 'ZIKRULLAH', whether it be learning, earning, meeting with people,
eating or resting, is unlawful (HARAM)".
Q. 8: Do you say that in this mortal world, one can see Allah with one's own eyes?
Ans: The Mahdi (AHS) replied, "Allah says in the Quran that, "Whosoever is blind in this world, will
be blind in the hereafter also". The Ulema said, "The Ulema-e-Ahle-Sunnat believe this verse to
mean that one may see Allah in the hereafter". Mahdi Maud (AHS) said, "Allah's promise is

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absolute, not restricted. The "Ulema-e-Ahle-Sunnat" have not ruled out the possibility of seeing
the vision (deedar) of Allah in this world".
Q. 9: Why is it that you mostly narrate the verses regarding fury and fear, and not those regarding
mercy and benevolence?
Ans: In reply, the Mahdi (AHS) quoted a Hadith which says, "Your brother is one who makes you
fearful, and not one who makes you happy and arrogant".
Q. 10: How can we discuss religion with you, when you do not belong to any school of Jurisprudence
(Fikha). Whatever you say is from the Quran only, and we are unable to understand its' meaning.
Therefore, we are bound to follow the creed of Imam Abu Hanifa (RZ).
Ans: Imam Mahdi (AHS) replied, "Yes, I am not bound by any school of Jurisprudence, My religion
comprises the Book of Allah, and the teachings of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), the messenger
of Allah. Tell me, what would you say about a person who was following Imam Abu Hanifa
(RZ), but not the practice of his religion? Do you know what the meaning of religion is? The
religion of the Imam is what he practices, not what he preaches. But, going by all the propositions
from the Shariat, stated in the books of FIKHA (ISLAMIC JURISPRUDENCE), religion means
following the preaching of the Prophet (PBUH) and not what he practiced".
Q. 11: Do you call a Muslim a Kafir and order him to become a Momin?
Ans: He replied, "I am presenting the Book of Allah. Whoever is called a Kafir in the Book of Allah, I
also call him a Kafir. I do not say anything on my own. I am under strict obedience to the Book of
Allah".
Q. 12: We are doubtful whether your claim of Mahdiat is based on truth or falsehood, so how can we
believe it?
Ans: The Mahdi (AHS) quoted a verse from the Quran, which says that 'If he is wrong, the burden will
be on him; if he is right, you will be in trouble, which is destined'. The Ulema said, "We are afraid
that if you are not the real Mahdi, we will be punished by Allah for having faith in you". Mahdi
Maud (AHS) said, "Do you think that I would not be afraid of Allah, if I had claimed to be the
Mahdi when actually I had not been made the Mahdi by Allah? The Quran says, "Nobody is a
bigger traitor than the one who betrays Allah." Whatever I say is from the direct revelations of
Allah, not from me personally".
Q. 13: Why have your followers turned against their religious leaders, finding fault with them, and
behaving in an unseemly manner?
Ans: Imam Mahdi (AHS) replied, "Their behaviour is not unbecoming, but follows the Shariat. Have
you forgotten the principle in the Shariat, that after a girl's marriage, if it is found that the husband
is impotent they will be separated? When you purchase something, thinking it is all right, but
subsequently a Shariat defect is found in it, do you return it or not? Similarly, if an incompetent
religious guide is changed for a competent one, there is nothing wrong in it. It is regrettable to
note, that you give less importance to the religious objective, as compared to the worldly
objective. Is this the way you worship Allah, and follow your religion?"

Inspite of all the above satisfactory answers Mahdi Maud (AHS) was made to leave Gujarat under the
orders of the Sultan, which were issued on the insistence of the worldly Ulema. He remarked, "On the
Day of Judgement the faces of the rulers and the Ulema shall be darkened, because if I am on the right
path, they should have helped me, if not, they should have imprisoned me. They should have discussed
matters with me, and tried to put me on the right path. If they could not bring me to the right course,
they ought to have slain me, for wherever I go, I will preach my tenets, which according to them,
means misguiding the people. The consequences of that will recoil on them".
(Sh.W. - P. 177 to 184)

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Even today, anyone with an open mind, and open eyes, can acquire the light of "EMAN" by studying
these questions and answers.

Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) initially intended to go to Delhi, but following Divine instructions, he proceeded
towards Khurasan instead, via Jaloor, Nagoor, Thatta.

JALOOR:-
From Badhli, he went to Jaloor in 906 Hijri / 1500 A.D. Impressed by his exposition of the Quran, a
number of Ulema and Masha-e-Kheen became his followers. Zubdat-ul-Mulk Malik Usman Khan
Lohani, who was the ruler at that time, came with his nobles to listen to the Mahdi's (AHS) Bayan-e-
Quran. He was deeply moved by it, and after ascertaining the facts, acknowledged the Mahdi (AHS),
and became his disciple. The Mahdi (AHS) blessed him, and said "Your family will be like the
'Amarbail' (Immortal creeper). Zubdat-ul-mulk made a declaration before his people saying that,
"According to the Hadith of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), this is the proper time for the advent of the
Mahdi, and after ascertaining all the facts, I have accepted Hazrat Syed Mohammed (AHS) as the
Promised Mahdi. I call upon all the people in my state to come forward, be convinced, and then accept
him as Mahdi Maud (AHS), and become his disciples". This declaration had a great impact, and nine
hundred Ulema, Moulvis and Masha-e-Kheen, after investigating his claim, became the Mahdi's (AHS)
disciples. Thousands of ordinary people also accepted the Mahdi (AHS), and became his followers.

As a result of the Hazrat Mahdi's (AHS) blessings, the ruling Dynasty of this state, the capital of which
was subsequently shifted to Palanpur, continued to rule for 500 years; until the amalgamation of states
took place in the Indian Union, after Independence in 1947.

One day, Shah Dilawar (RZ) observed a miracle during the course of the Hazrat Mahdi's (AHS)
ablutions. Every falling drop of water was saying, "This is Mahdi Maud Khalifatullah". Mahdi Maud
(AHS) confirmed this, and said, "This is not the only occasion. Your brothers have already heard it
several times. But only those whom Allah has given ears like yours, are able to hear the voice".

Notable amongst the nobles and Ulema who accepted Tark-e-Duniya and accompanied him on his
journey, were Miyan Shaik Mohammed Kabir (RZ), Miyan Yousuf (RZ), Miyan Abdullah (RZ),
Miyan Jamal (RZ), Miyan Kamal (RZ) and Miyan Ashraf (RZ).

NAGOOR:-
From Jaloor, he travelled 170 miles to Nagoor. Malikji, the Mughal ruler of Nagoor, who was himself
an Alim, came to see him along with his Ulema, to discuss the Mahdiat. When Mahdi Maud (AHS)
saw him coming, he called him by his name, and declared him as "Prince of Lahoot". He was deeply
impressed by this, and immediately accepted Tark-e-Duniya, relinquished his throne, and accompanied
the Mahdi (AHS). He was later regarded as 'MUBASSHIRA-Asna-I-Ashra', meaning one of the twelve
blessed followers, who were assured of Paradise.

In Nagoor, one day Imamana Mahdi Maud (AHS) recited a verse, meaning, "Those who have left their
homes, been driven out there from, suffered harm in my cause, or fought to slay or be slain" (Holy
Quran P.4-19), is in the favour of me and my followers. He said the first three attributes had been
fulfilled, and the fourth "(QAATALOO-WA-QUTILOO) to slay or be slain" would be fulfilled
whenever Allah willed. At Khurasan, after receiving Divine call, Mahdi Maud (AHS) revealed that
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Allah had said "The fourth attribute, of fighting to slay or be slain, will be fulfilled by an able Syed,
who will be your substitute". At the urging of Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ), Miyan Yousuf (RZ) asked
Mahdi Maud (AHS) "Who is the Syed who will fulfill your fourth attribute? We must know so that we
may give him due respect". The Mahdi (AHS) called Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ) and said "You will
have the honour of being my substitute; for the responsibility of "QAATALOO WA QUTILOO'
(fighting to slay or be slain) since according to the Divine will, no one can overcome the Mahdi (AHS),
'Khatim-e-Wilayat-e-Mohammedia'. Beware! For this is the special assignment (Bar) of, 'Wilayat-e-
Mohammedia'; the assignee's head and body will be separated, and the skin will be removed. On that
day, even steel bones would be crushed to pieces. There are difficulties ahead at every stage. You must
seek help only from Allah. On that day, even if you are alone on one side where as on the other, the
forces of the entire world may oppose you, Allah willing, on the first day you will be Victorious, and
the opposing forces will be defeated; on the next day you will be martyred. Remember, this will be a
proof (Hujjat) of my Mahdiat. Know that if this does not happen, I was not the Promised Mahdi". Then
he tied two swords to Syed Khundmeer's (RZ) waist as a good omen, and blessed him.
(Sh.W. - P. 299-300)

JAISALMER:-
Mahdi Maud (AHS) moved on to Jaisalmer which is about 190 miles from Nagoor, in Rajasthan. This
was a centre for orthodox Hinduism. While camping there, he was informed one day that a bull
belonging to one of his followers was about to die. Though slaughter in that area was strictly
prohibited, Hazrat Imamana (AHS) said, "Don't let the bull go to waste". After hearing this, Shah
Abdul Majeed Noor-Noush (RZ) got down from his camel, and slaughtered the bull. When this news
reached the local Ruler, he was furious, and came to the camp to punish the offender. On seeing the
bull being cut up he became even angrier, and asked to see the leader, who had allowed the slaughter.
Mahdi Maud (AHS) appeared outside his tent. As soon as the ruler saw him he was wonderstruck and
dismounted from his horse. Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) recited the verse meaning "Oh Prophet, Allah is
enough for you and your follower Momins, and Allah is always with the believers". After hearing his
sermons, the Ruler fell on his feet, and sought his pardon. According to another version in the presence
of the Ruler, Mahdi Maud (AHS) called for the head and bones of the slaughtered bull and asked to
cover them with the skin of the bull. As soon as he pointed his finger at it, the bull got up full of life
and in its original form. After seeing this miracle, the Ruler told his people "When the creator of the
bull, had himself killed the bull, what can we say in this regard".

Deeply impressed by the Mahdi (AHS) he showed his great regard and reverence, by offering his niece
Rani Bhanumati (RZ), whom the Mahdi (AHS) subsequently married. When Mahdi Maud (AHS) was
about to depart, the ruler offered to send a troop of soldiers to escort the party upto the boundary of his
state, but the Mahdi (AHS) refused the offer. He said that, "I act only under Allah's orders. Now, I am
going under His protection, and need no help from others".
(S.M.M. - P.50-51 and Al.M.M. - P.303)

THATTA:-
Hazrat Mahdi (AHS), traveling from Jaisalmer, passed through Nasarpur in Sind, and reached Thatta,
where he stayed for 18 months. The distance between Jaisalmer and Thatta is about 490 miles, and the
route was very dangerous having thick forest, full of wild animals and poisonous snakes. Despite
having to face all these hardships on the route, Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) arrived at Thatta safely. The ruler
of Thatta (Sind), Jam Nizamuddin Nanda (866 H /1461-62 A.D. to 904 H / 1508-1509 A.D.) sent some
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Ulema for a discussion with him. The Ulema finding themselves incapable of facing him became very
jealous and vowed vengeance. They tried to persuade Jam Nanda to have Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) and his
followers killed, but he would not agree to this. Instead, he sent his Commander-in-Chief Darya Khan,
with an order for the Ekhraj of Hazrat Mahdi (AHS). When Darya Khan went to meet him, he saw him
riding his horse towards the army with a sword on his shoulders. As soon as he came face to face with
him, Darya Khan fell from his horse, in a swoon. Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) also dismounted from his horse,
and went near him. When he regained his senses, he was taught ZIKR-e-Khafi by the Mahdi (AHS)
and became his disciple. He returned to report to the ruler that he had found reality and truth in the
Mahdi (AHS), and it was not just to banish him. Jam Nanda decided to send his Murshid, Shaik
Sadruddin (RZ), who was an eminent Alim and Mashaik, to Mahdi (AHS) for a discussion. When the
Shaik (RZ) heard the Mahdi's (AHS) Bayan-e-Quran, he found that all his doubts and misgivings were
resolved, without his having expressed them to the Mahdi (AHS). He considered it a miracle. He stayed
there for three days, and practiced Zikr-e-Khafi, as instructed by the Mahdi (AHS). By then, he was
fully convinced and became his disciple. This led to the acknowledgement of the Mahdi (AHS) by a
large number of eminent Ulema and Masha-e-Kheen. Notables among them were Moulana Qazi Qazan
(RZ), Moulana Mirza Shaheen (RZ), Moulana Abubakar Bhekri (RZ) and Qazi Shaik Mohammed
Tauari (RZ). The ruler was worried about these developments. When he saw the increasing popularity
of the Mahdi (AHS) and the growing number of his followers, he sent his Qazi to Mahdi Maud (AHS),
with an order for his Ekhraj. Mahdi (AHS) told the Qazi, "I am not governed by your ruler. I will not
leave this place, until I receive a spiritual command from my Allah". The Qazi returned, and reported
the matter to the ruler, who now did not know what action to take next, because of the conversion of
the commander as well as a large number of his soldiers, to the faith of the Mahdawis. After a few
days, Mahdi Maud (AHS) received orders from Allah to proceed to Kaha. The ruler was happy when
he heard this, and offered to arrange for boats to cross the river Attuk. When his offer was accepted, he
called the boatmen, and bribed them heavily to sink the boats in the middle of the river, and save
themselves by jumping out. The boatmen carried out his order, when the boats reached the middle of
the river. However, the Mahdi (AHS) told his followers not to worry, since Allah was with them.
Eventually, they were saved by the grace of Allah and reached Kaha safely.
(S.M.M., P. 52)

KAHA:-
Mahdi Maud (AHS) and his followers had to face great hardship in Kaha. On this journey, about 84
seekers of Allah passed away due to deep hunger. All others were facing hardship and fasting for the
Love of Allah with great resignation. Shah Khundmeer (RZ), Shah Nimath (RZ), Shah Abdul Majeed
(RZ), Miyan Yousuf (RZ) and Shaik Kabir (RZ) were allowed to return to Gujarat. Some of them
wanted to bring their families back with them.

Hazrat Mahdi Maud (AHS) received a divine call on the 27th of Ramzan at midnight saying, "Oh, Syed
Mohammed: Tonight is Lailatul Qadar; get up and offer two rakaats namaaz, as a token of thanks for
our favour, along with your followers, both male and female". Immediately, Hazrat Mahdi Maud
(AHS), in compliance with the Divine order, offered two rakaats namaaz "Lailatul Qadar" in a
congregation of males as well as females, under his Imamat. This disclosure of Lailatul Qadar being on
the 27th of Ramzan was a favour from Allah to MAHDI (AHS), because specific date had not been
revealed till then. The practice of offering two rakaat namaaz is being followed by Mahdawis every
year on the 27th night of Ramzan, and the very same verses are recited in the prayers. Hazrat Imamana
(AHS) led the Lailatul Qadar prayers on two occasions. The second time was at Farah, when he offered
namaaz with a large attendance of followers. From Kaha he proceeded to Qandahar.

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QANDAHAR:-
Qandahar is 600 miles from Thatta, towards the West. It was a very hazardous route. About 900
families were traveling with the Mahdi (AHS), including 360 eminent disciples. During the journey
they had to undergo immense privation, but they bore it all with utmost resignation. At that time, Mirza
Shah Beg Arghun was ruling Qandahar as viceroy, on behalf of Mirza Sultan Husain of Khurasan. It is
said that when Hazrat Mahdi Maud (AHS) reached Qandahar one of his disciples told him, "This is
Ajam and we are Hindis (Indians). Neither do we know their language, nor they ours. It may, therefore,
be advisable to keep the claim of Mahdiat secret for the time being. When we begin to follow each
others languages, and find them paying attention to us, then the claim can be made public". Hazrat
Mahdi (AHS) replied, "If I was claiming to be the Mahdi (AHS) with your support, I would follow
your advice, but as my claim is based on Allah's strength, it should, Allah willing, be known to
everyone".

Qandahar was famous for its literary activities. There were a number of great Ulema in the city. Hazrat
Mahdi Maud (AHS) became very famous due to his claim of Mahdiat, and his Bayan-e-Quran. Some of
the worldly Ulema, from jealousy, started working against him, and prevailed upon Mirza Shah Beg
Arghun to take strong action against him. Mirza invited Mahdi Maud (AHS) to Jama Masjid on a
Friday, to substantiate his claim of Mahdiat. The ruler, who was drunk ordered his policemen to bring
the Mahdi (AHS) at once. It was Friday, and the Mahdi (AHS) and his companions were preparing to
go for prayers. On the arrival of the police, even though the Mahdi (AHS), told them that he was ready
to come, one churlish fellow in undue haste, took him by force, and would not allow him even to put on
his shoes. The faithful followers of the Mahdi (AHS) became furious, and drew their swords. However,
the Mahdi (AHS) pacified them, and faced the rudeness of the police with dignity. Maliciously the
Ulema kept the gate of the city locked. They thought that if he was the real Promised Mahdi (AHS), he
would be able to open the lock with his Divine power, and enter the city. It so happened that when the
Mahdi (AHS) simply moved his hand towards the lock, it opened by itself and fell down. The gate thus
opened, and he went to Jama Masjid.

Then the ruler came, in an intoxicated condition. After the prayers were over, he, along with the Ulema,
came and sat in front of the Mahdi (AHS). The ruler silenced the Ulema, who were vociferous in their
accusation. The Mahdi (AHS) started his Bayan-e-Quran by reciting the verse, "Is he (The Mahdi),
who relieth on a clear proof from his Lord, and a witness from Him reciteth it, and before it was the
Book of Moses, an example and a mercy? Such believe therein, and whosoever disbelieveth therein of
the clans, the Fire is his appointed place. So be not thou (Mohammed) in doubt concerning it. Lo! It is
the Truth from thy Lord! but most of mankind believe not". (GK. XI-A.17. Hud). The explanations of
this and other verses, given by the Mahdi (AHS) were so convincing that the ruler and the Ulema were
dumb founded. The viceroy fell on the Mahdi's (AHS) feet, and craved his pardon for the disrespect
shown to him, and acknowledged him as the Promised Mahdi (AHS). After the ruler became his
disciple; all the Ulema and the other people present there, acknowledged the Mahdi (AHS), and
became his disciples. Subsequently, a large number of nobles and Ulema of the city became his
disciples. During his two weeks stay at Qandahar, a large number of people became his followers. The
ruler, Mirza Shah Beg, served food (in the name of Allah) with great humility and respect to Mahdi
(AHS) and all his followers. The Mahdi (AHS) accepted the food only for three days. Then he said that
it was contrary to Tawakkal and the Shariat, to accept food for more than three successive days. From
there, he proceeded to Farah.
(Al.M.M. - P.328-33)

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FARAH:-
Farah, is about 180 miles from Qandahar. It is a town in the Herat Province of Afghanistan, situated on
the bank of the Farah-Rud river. Farah is still a place of some importance. It is the junction of several
caravan routes and the centre of a fertile district. Most importantly, it is the last abode of Imam Mahdi
Maud (AHS).

On reaching Farah, the Mahdi (AHS) stayed in the Sara-e-Haji Malik Sikandar, on the outskirts of the
town. As usual, he immediately started the Bayan-e-Quran, and his preaching regarding the Mahdiat.
When the Qazi of Farah heard about the popularity of his Bayan-e-Quran, he was upset. He summoned
the Police Commissioner (Kotwal) and directed him to arrest the "Syed" and seize all his belongings.
The Commissioner, together with his police force, went to the Sarae and demanded the surrender of the
Mahdawis. The followers of the Imamana (AHS) wanted to resist the police with their arms, and sought
his permission. The Imamana (AHS) said, "This Banda is governed by the orders of Allah, and will not
act on his own". First of all, he himself handed over his sword, and then was followed by the others.
The police also took away all their other belongings thinking that the Mahdawis were now harmless, he
postponed their arrest to the next day, and returned to the city.

That night, Sarwar Khan, controller of the city, saw Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) in his dream, who
said "My son, Mahdi Maud (AHS), is being subjected to so much torture in your area", and pointed
towards the bed on which he was sleeping. When he awoke, he found the bed turned upside down, and
himself below the bed. At the same time, severe pain in his stomach started to make him restless. He
immediately summoned the Police Commissioner and enquired about the affairs of the city. The
Commissioner narrated the whole story, concerning the Qazi's order, including his having confiscated
the arms and other belongings of Mahdi (AHS) and his followers.

The Controller rebuked the Qazi and the Commissioner, and the next morning he rushed to the Mahdi
(AHS) and expressed his regret over the action taken by the police. While requesting his pardon, he
narrated the details of his dream. The Mahdi (AHS) forgave him, and gave him his Paskhurda, which
relieved pain in his stomach.

The Controller, requested the Mahdi (AHS) to give him a list of the arms and article’s which were
taken by the police, so that they could be sent back. The Mahdi (AHS) said, "Our things are with us,
We don't have anything except Allah, and He is with us". Sarwar Khan had already been influenced by
the dream and the effectiveness of the Paskhurda. When he heard the Mahdi's (AHS) extra ordinary
reply, he could not resist his inner desire, and became his disciple. Taking the Imamana's (AHS)
permission, he returned to the city, and sent back all the arms and other belongings of the Mahdawis.

Subsequently, he reported the whole affair, to Mir Zun-nun who was the Governor of Farah, on behalf
of Sultan Hussain Mirza (1469-1506), of Herat. Mir Zun-nun, not satisfied with Sarwar Khan's report
decided to examine the claim of Mahdiat himself. He went to see him with a huge retinue, with the
intention of killing him in case he was affected by the regal power and grandeur. However he was
disappointed to find that the Mahdi (AHS) and his followers were not at all disturbed, and remained
calm and unmoved despite all the display of royal pomp and show of force. The Mahdi (AHS) was
giving, the Bayan-e-Quran at that time. He raised his voice, and told Mir Zun-nun to take a seat,
wherever possible, and continued his Bayan. Mir Zun-nun sat down immediately. After the Bayan, The
Mahdi (AHS) asked Mir Zun-nun to come closer. He was already deeply moved by the Bayan, but for
his further satisfaction wanted to ascertain openly the truth of his claim. Mir Zun-nun told him with

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great humility, that he did not object to him calling himself the Mahdi, in the literal sense of the word,
but if he claimed to be the Promised Mahdi (AHS), the claim ought to be supported by valid and
convincing evidence. The Mahdi (AHS) answered that his duty was only to preach, and it was left to
Allah to convince others. Mir Zun-nun, said that one of the signs of the Mahdi (AHS) was stated to be
that he would remain unaffected by a sword, fire or water. The Mahdi (AHS) replied that the meaning
of the tradition was that nobody would be able to overcome the Mahdi (AHS).

Then he offered his sword, and asked Mir Zun-nun to try. Mir Zun-nun took the sword, and raised his
hand to strike with force, but it became paralytic and numb. He tried thrice with intervals in between
but he failed to strike. When this trial was over, Mullah Noor Kuzagar, who had accompanied Mir Zun-
nun shouted loudly, "By-God, this is the true Promised Mahdi". Then Mir Zun-nun and all those with
him said, "Aamanna wa-Saddaqna (believed and confirmed the truth) ". Mir Zun-nun told the Mahdi
(AHS) that henceforth he would be his ardent follower and supporter, and would wield his sword
against the Mahdi's (AHS) enemies whenever required. However, the Mahdi (AHS) did not approve of
this, and said, "The supporter of the Mahdi is Allah, I don't require your support. You had better wield
the sword against your own inordinate desires, which are your real enemies".

All those present, who had witnessed the proceedings, and listened to the explanations and recitations
of the Mahdi (AHS) were deeply impressed, and became his disciples. When everything was over, the
Mahdi (AHS) retired to his room after wishing everyone "As-salam-u-Alaikum". When Mir Zun-nun
returned home, he sent food and provisions in the name of Allah, to the Mahdi (AHS) and his
followers. The Mahdi accepted these for three days, and then refused on the fourth day saying that
acceptance for more than three days would be contrary to the Shariat.
(Al.M.M.,PP.336-338)

Ulema from Herat:-

The acknowledgement and acceptance of the Mahdi (AHS) by Mir Zun-nun, Governor of Farah, had
great impact throughout Khurasan. People from all parts of the country started coming to hear him
preach, and became his disciples by the thousands. Mir Zun-nun sent a memorandum, to the Sultan of
Khurasan, explaining in detail the effect of the preaching and extraordinary Bayan-e-Quran of the
Mahdi (AHS), on him, the Ulema and the common people, and consequently, the spread of Mahdawi
faith in Farah and the surrounding areas.

On receipt of this memorandum, the Sultan asked his Shaik-ul-Islam, Mullah Ahmed Saifuddin, to send
a delegation of Ulema to Farah for further verification of the truth behind the claim of Mahdiat. Mirza
Sultan Hussain of Heart was, himself a learned and religious-minded king. On account of his
patronage, there were twelve thousand Ulema in Heart. The Shaik-ul-Islam, after much preparation and
study, formulated four questions which were approved by all the other Ulema. He selected four
eminent Ulema, who were his disciples, and sent them to Farah, under the leadership of Mullah Ali
Faiyaz. The other three Ulema were Mullah Mohammed Sherwani, Mullah Durwesh Mohammed and
Abdul Samad Hamadani. They were given the authority to kill the man who claimed to be the Mahdi,
in case he was found to be an impostor.

The prepared questionnaire was as follows:-

1. Which of the four schools of Muslim jurisprudence did he follow?
2. Did he claim to see Allah in this very world, and did he invite people to see God?
3. Did he claim that he is the Promised Mahdi?

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4. Which Tafseer-e-Quran did he follow in his Bayan?

When the disciples of Shaik-ul-Islam arrived to meet Mahdi Maud (AHS), he was reciting the
following verse from the Quran, “Oh ye people! Adore your Guardian - The Lord, who created you,
and those who came before you. That ye may have the chance to learn righteousness” (The Holy Quran
SII, A-21), to the assembled crowd.

The issues which the disciples of Shaik-ul-Islam had planned to raise, were satisfactorily explained by
Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) during the explanation of this Verse. They were so amazed and impressed that
they no longer considered it proper to place the questions before him. But Hazrat Mahdi (AHS)
encouraged them to ask the questions. Thereupon they submitted the questionnaire to him.

1. To the first question he replied, "I am not bound by any school of jurisprudence. My religion is the
Book of Allah (Quran) and following the teachings of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), the messenger
of Allah. Tell me, what would you say about a person, who follows Imam-e-Abu-Hanifa (RA) but
not the practice of his religion? Do you know what the meaning of religion is? The religion of the
Imam, lies in what he practiced, not what he preached. But according to all the propositions of the
Shariat stated in the books of FIQA (Islamic jurisprudence), religion means what the Prophet
(PBUH) preached, not what he practiced.

2. To answer the second question, he quoted the verse from the Quran which says "Say! This is my
way, I call on Allah with sure knowledge (Basirath vision of Allah). I, and he who (Mahdi)
followeth me. Glory be to Allah, and I am not of the Idolaters. " (HQ S 12 A 108). Another verse
recited by him says, "And whoever hopeth for the meeting with his Lord, (Deedar) let him do
righteous work, and make non-sharer of the worship due unto his Lord." (GK. S.18-A. 110, The
Cave). According to another verse, "Who is blind here will be blind in the hereafter, and yet further
away from the Road." (GK. S.17 -A.72). After explaining these in the light of the Quran he asked
the Ulema whether the possibility of seeing a vision of Allah in this world, is denied by all the
Ulema of Ahle-sunnat or conceded by any. They said the possibility was admitted by research
scholars (Aarifeen). Mahdi Maud (AHS) said we have brought the religion of research scholars. He
then asked the Mullahs how many witnesses are required by the Shariat to prove anything. Mullah
Ali Faiyaz said "Two". At that moment the Mahdi (AHS) went into a spiritual trance, and pointing
to his right and left, he said "Here are Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), and Prophet Ibrahim
Khaleelullah (PBUH), as witnesses to prove the vision of Allah. You may ascertain from them".
However, no one had the capacity to see the spiritual witnesses. Then he said, "you can ascertain
this from Shah Nizam (RZ) and Shah Dilawar (RZ), who are present here". Thereupon, both the
witnesses got up, and said "Through the favour of Imam Syed Mohammed Mahdi Maud (AHS), we
have seen Allah with our own eyes". All those present, were highly impressed and astonished by
the proceedings. At last Mullah Ali Faiyaz announced, "Oh! Leader of the Awolia, your word alone
is sufficient for us". All the other Ulema also accepted the Mahdi (AHS), and became his devoted
disciples.

3. To the third question, he replied, I am not claiming to be Mahdi Maud (AHS) of my own will. but I
have been Divinely commissioned by Allah to declare myself as the Promised Mahdi (AHS).

4. Answering the fourth question he said, "I do not read any Tafseer, nor is my 'Bayan-e-Quran' based
on any Tafseer. I narrate the explanation which was taught to me directly by Allah Himself".

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Having seen Hazrat Mahdi's (AHS) utter absorption in Almighty, and his Divine power, the Ulema
forgot their religious squabbles, and joined the fold of the Mahdi (AHS). In their communication to
Shaik-ul-Islam, they said "Syed Mohammad (AHS) is one of the symbols of Allah". The envoys found
that the knowledge which they had acquired earlier was of little importance in the presence of the Syed
(AHS), so they persuaded Shaik-ul-Islam to pay his respects personally to the Mahdi (AHS). One of the
envoys, Moulana Abdul Samad Hamadani was sent to Herat to inform the Shaik-ul-Islam about the
result of their discussions with the Mahdi (AHS). On learning the details of these discussions, about the
spiritual greatness of the Mahdi (AHS) and the truth of his claim of Mahdiat, the Shaik-ul-Islam and
Sultan Mirza Hussain of Khurasan declared their acceptance of Mahdi Maud (AHS). A number of
Ulema, nobles and other people present there, also willingly accepted him, and became the disciples of
Mahdi Maud (AHS).

NAMAAZ-E-JANAZA OF SULTAN OF KHURASAN:-

The sultan was eager to pay his respects to Mahdi Maud (AHS) in person. Although he was seventy
years old, and not in good health, he decided to go to Farah and seek the blessings of Mahdi Maud
(AHS). His courtiers tried to dissuade him from undertaking a long journey in view of his health.
However being a devoted admirer, he left Herat for Farah to see Mahdi Maud (AHS). After traveling
some distance, he had a severe bout of fever, and expired on the way. Mahdi Maud (AHS) was
miraculously informed of his death, and he performed the Namaaz-e-Janaza in absentia along with his
followers at Farah. When, after a few days, a messenger brought the news of the Sultan's passing away
to Farah, it was seen that death had occurred on the same date, and day that Mahdi Maud (AHS) had
performed the Namaaz-e-Janaza of the Sultan. According to history, Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) had
also performed the Namaaz-e-Janaza in absentia on the death of Najjashi, King of Habasha.
(Al.M.M., P.344-350)

ARRIVAL OF SYEDAIN (RZ) TO FARAH:-

Hazrat Syed Mahmood (RZ), son of Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) was in Chapaneer, at the court of the Sultan
of Gujarat. Miyan Salamullah (RZ), wrote a letter from Farah to Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ) to come
and receive the essence of Hazrat Mahdi's (AHS) divine teachings. The Mahdi (AHS) after seeing this
letter, instructed Miyan Salamullah (RZ), to reword it, and tell Syed Mahmood (RZ) not to worry about
the apparent distance and separation. As a matter of fact, he said, "Syed Mohammed (AHS) is not apart
from Syed Mahmood (RZ) nor is Syed Mahmood (RZ) apart from Syed Mohammed (AHS)". On
receipt of this letter, Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ) became restless and anxious to reach Farah. That
night in his dream he saw both Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) and the Mahdi (AHS). Due to their
similarity, he was not able to identify who was who. There upon, the Mahdi (AHS) said, "Brother
Mahmood, meet Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), your great grand father". Then he paid his respects to
both of them, one after the other. Both embraced him, and holding his shoulders said "Come, this is not
the place where you should live". When he awoke, he found himself standing outside the house. He
told his wife, Bibi Kad Banu (RZ) that, he had been brought there by Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) and
Miranji (AHS). Therefore, he would leave the town from there, not re-entering the house. He told his
wife to go back to her parent's house, as she would not be able to accompany him and face the hardship
of a long journey. The Bibi (RZ) said she preferred to accompany Miran Mahmood (RZ), and refused
to go back to her parents. Then Miran Mahmood (RZ) settled all the affairs of his household and started
on his journey. When he arrived at Patan, he learnt that Bandagi Miyan Nimath (RZ) and Bandagi
Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ) were also on their way to Farah. A few followers of Mahdi (AHS), after
accepting tarak-e-Duniya were also accompanying them. Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ) was in need of
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some money for traveling expenses. Having learnt that Miyan Nimath (RZ) was taking some Futuh to
Mahdi (AHS), he sent word to him asking for a loan. Miyan Nimath (RZ) replied that he himself was
short of money, and that he could not spare any amount from the Futuh, as it would be against the rule
of Diyanath-Dari (Honesty). Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ) was disappointed by this reply.

Bandagi Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ), was also carrying some Futuh in the form of cash, goods and
two swords given by the sisters of the Sultan, Raje Muradi and Raje Soon, for the Mahdi (AHS). He
offered Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ) everything, saying, "All this Futuh belongs to the Mahdi (AHS)
your father; why should I carry it to him, when you, his real successor, is here". Whatever Futuh had
been received by Bandagi Miyan (RZ) for himself, also, he presented to Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ) in
the name of Allah. He then told him, "In case of any further shortage of money, you may sell me, and
continue your journey to reach Hazrat Mahdi Maud (AHS)". Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ) was
immensely pleased, but he took only as much as was absolutely necessary for his requirements from
the Futuh, and then all of them proceeded further. Throughout the journey Bandagi Miyan (RZ),
continued to provide his assistance to make the journey comfortable for Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ), at
every stage. Before reaching destination, he would go on ahead and make the necessary arrangements
for Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ)'s stay.

When they were nearing Farah, the Mahdi (AHS) was informed that Bandagi Miran Syed Mahmood
(RZ), Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ), Miyan Nimath (RZ) and Miyan Shaik Mohammed Kabir (RZ)
were coming, along with a large number of Mahdawis. This news made him very happy. Seeing his
joy, Bibi Buwanji (RZ) his wife, asked him whether Mahdi Maud (AHS) should feel so happy on the
arrival of his son? He said, "Why not, when the son is a worthy one, and he also brings with him, so
many great personalities who are going to be religious guides in the future". Bibi Buwanji (RZ) asked
who these were? The Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) said, they were Syed Mahmood (RZ) and Syed Khundmeer
(RZ). On their arrival, the Mahdi (AHS) welcomed all of them, and embracing Bandagi Miran Syed
Mahmood (RZ), expressed his happiness to see him. Then Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ) told the Mahdi
(AHS), "Allah is all powerful. He allowed me to reach here, but Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ) was of
great help to me. Had he not helped me, I would not have come here alive". The Mahdi (AHS) replied,
"That is not surprising, as he is your brother-e-Haqiqi" (brother by right i.e. equal in status).
(Sh.W. P.264-270)

The Mahdi (AHS), who had been staying in the Sarae outside the city, moved into the city. He lived
only for a period of six months and fifteen days after the arrival of the Sayedain (RZ). During this
period, he took special pains to impart his knowledge, and explain the teachings of the Quran and
Marifat (revelation) to both of them. For this purpose, he would spend the day in Miran Syed
Mahmood's (RZ) room, and the night in Miyan Syed Khundmeer's (RZ) room. He was pleased to give,
Basharat (good-omen) to both the Sayedain. With regard to Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ) he said, "Bayta
bayta hoker aata hai (My son is a worthy son)". For Syed Khundmeer (RZ) he said, "He is the Brother-
e-Haqiqi (brother by right) of Syed Mahmood (RZ). Both these personalities are going to produce
many religious guides". One day the Mahdi (AHS) said, "It has been revealed to me by Allah, that "Oh!
Syed Mohammed, both the young Syeds who are sitting on your right and left, are receiving FAIZ
(Spiritual favour) from us directly, without any link". On Bibi Buwanji's (RZ) enquiry, he said the
young men were Syed Mahmood (RZ) and Syed Khundmeer (RZ). The Mahdi (AHS) also said, "Both
these young men are favoured with "Tajalli-e-zaat (Light manifested from Allah)". Both are equal in
status in respect of their own virtuous selves". Syed Mahmood (RZ) had, attained "saire-e-Nabuwat
(manifestation in the virtuous self of Rasool)". Syed Khundmeer (RZ) had attained "saire-e-Wilayat
(manifestation in the virtuous self of Mahdi)". The Mahdi (AHS) also said, "There is no difference

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between me and Hazrat Syed Mahmood (RZ), except that I am the Promised Mahdi. He has his foot on
my foot prints, thereby following me perfectly". Once the Mahdi (AHS) said "On the Day of
judgement, when Allah asks me that I have made you Promised Mahdi and the Khatim-e-Wilayat-
Mohammadi, what gift have you brought for me? I will say, I have brought the Sayedain-Salehein
(Syed Mahmood and Syed Khundmeer) after making them perfect Musalmans, as gift".
(S-M.M., P.148) (Al.M.M., P.355-356)

Acknowledgement by a party of Genii:-

According to one source, after the Asar prayers when the Mahdi (AHS) was giving his Bayan-e-Quran,
a party of genii happened to be passing. The beauty of the Bayan compelled them to stop and listen.
After the Maghrib prayers, when the Imamana (AHS) went to his room, the genii appeared in the room,
acknowledged him as the Mahdi (AHS), and received his preaching. Then they informed other
members of their own community, regarding the appearance of the Mahdi (AHS). Later several parties
of genii approached the Mahdi (AHS), and became his disciples.

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PROOF OF MAHDIAT
All the qualities attributed to Mahdi Maud (AHS) in the Quran and hundreds of Ahadith of Prophet
Mohammed (PBUH), are to be found in Hazrat Syed Mohammed Jaunpuri (AHS), son of Syed
Abdullah, titled Syed Khan. Thus, he was acknowledged as the Promised Mahdi (AHS) by hundreds of
thousands of people in India and abroad. A few of his attributes are given below.

a) AS PER THE QURANIC VERSES:-

Allah said in the Quran, "Is he (to be counted equal with them) who relieth on a clear proof from his
Lord, and a witness from Him reciteth it, and before it was the Book of Moses, an example and a
mercy? Such believe therein, and Whosoever disbelieveth therein of the clans, the Fire is his appointed
place. So be not thou in doubt concerning it. Lo! it is the Truth from thy Lord; but most of mankind
believe not". (GK. XI-A-17-HUD)

When giving the explanation of this verse, Hazrat Mahdi Maud (AHS) said, "I am informed by Allah
directly, that this verse is in respect of myself, and the word "he" mentioned therein, is related to
myself. The 'Bai-Yena' (clear proof from God) means the Wilayat-e-Mohammedia (Mahdi) in all
respects. The Wilayat-e-Mohammedia is the specific wilayat of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH).
'Witnesses' refers to the Quran and Book of Moses, which provide evidence for the advent of Mahdi
Maud (AHS) as Khatim-e-Wilayat-e-Mohammedia. Prior to the Quran, there was the Book of Moses
(Taurat) was leader and mercy, which gave evidence for the advent of the Wilayat-e-Mohammedia.
The faithful will believe in him (the Mahdi (AHS)), because he is HAQ (truth) for whom the Holy
Books provided witnesses. Those who refuse to believe, inspite of all the evidence, will go to hell,
because that will be a refusal of Wilayat-e-Mohammedia, which ended with the Mahdi (AHS). A
person who fails to believe in his Wilayat, is like a Christian or Jew; who fails to believe in the
Nabuwat of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). Nabuwat is the external manifestation of the Prophet
(PBUH), and Wilayat is the internal manifestation. The denying of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) in
either of his manifestations, will take the non-believer to hell. Allah directed Prophet Mohammed
(PBUH), not to doubt the coming of the Mahdi (AHS), "Because it is a truth from your Allah". Allah
had also indicated that even though it was a truth sent by Allah, there would be a number of people
who would not believe in the advent of Mahdi Maud (AHS), because they were destined to go to hell.

When Mahdi Maud (AHS) was sent with such clear proof from God, he must be counted as a
Khalifatullah. He is also supported by the Quran and the Tawarate, both holy witnesses which are
enough to prove his authenticity. Besides these witnesses, Allah said in the Quran, that he will bring
such people whom He will love, and who will love Him. These are the followers of Mahdi Maud
(AHS), who are loved by Allah, and who love Allah wholeheartedly. The history of the Mahdawis
provides ample proof. Lakhs of Mahdawis have given up their worldly belongings, left their homes,
relatives and friends, their wealth and property, and joined Mahdawi Dairas, in the deep love of Allah,
courting voluntarily, the hardships of poverty, hunger and self-mortification. These Mahdawis, who are
sincere in their faith and the practices of their religion, in their piety and devotion to Allah, provide
ample evidence to prove that Hazrat Mohammed Jaunpuri was the Promised Mahdi (AHS).

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2. Mahdi Maud (AHS) said, "Whatever orders I give are as per the revelations from Allah, not from
me. They are received directly from Allah. Whoever refuses to believe in these orders, will be punished
by Allah. Can one tell a lie when the Quran says, 'Who doeth greater wrong than he who inventeth a lie
concerning Allah?'. (GK. S 11-A-18, Hud)

In other verses the Quran says, "And if they argue with thee, (O, Mohammad) say: I have surrendered
myself to Allah and (so have) those who follow me". (GK P.64 S.111-20). "O Prophet! Allah is
sufficient for thee and those who follow thee of the believers". (GK.P.143-5-8-64). "Say, This is my
Way: I call on Allah with sure knowledge (vision / Deedar of Allah), I and he who (Mahdi) followeth
me-Glory be to Allah: and I am not of the idolaters". (S.12.108, Joseph). "And this Quran hath been
inspired in me, that I may warn therewith you and whomsoever (Mahdi) it may reach". (S VI-19, The
Cattle). In the verses from the Quran quoted above, the underlined words are intended for Mahdi Maud
(AHS) as was pointed out to him, by Allah.

b) AS PER THE AHADITH:-

Further to the Quranic indications; Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) has elaborately explained the
important features in respect of the Promised Mahdi (AHS) in his numerous Ahadith. A few of these
Ahadith are given in earlier pages (vide page 4-5) which will prove that he was sent by Allah as his
caliph, known as the 'Khalifatullah', and 'Khatim-E-Wilayat-E-Mohammedia. The Ahadith mention
that he will be from the Ahl-e-Baith (family) of Rasoolullah (PBUH), and an implicit follower of
Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). He will be a saviour of the ummath, on par with the two Prophets,
Mohammed (PBUH) and Isa (PBUH). He will be 'Masoom-unil-Khata' (preserved from mistakes). His
appearance before the end of the world, to bring the religion of Islam to its final and successful
conclusion, is a fundamental tenet of Islam. He will invite people to see a vision of Allah in this world.
He will be given the knowledge of the real Bayan-e-Quran, (explanation of the Quran) as per the will
of Allah. It will be obligatory to acknowledge him as the Promised Mahdi (AHS), and obey his orders,
because they will be given as per the direct revelations from Allah. The Hadith also say that those who
will acknowledge him as Mahdi-E-Maud, will be treated as believers, and those who fail to believe in
him, will be regarded as non-believers not only of the Mahdi (AHS), but also of the Quran, Prophet
Mohammed (PBUH), and Allah and will go to hell.

c) AS PER THE NAQLlYAT:-

A few Naqliyats (sayings) of Mahdi Maud (AHS) which prove the authenticity of his claim to the
Mahdiat are given below:

1. The Mahdi (AHS) said "Allah has sent me to this world to declare my Mahdiat at a time when
Muslims all over the world, who claim to be the followers of Islam, have become the victim of
customs, traditions and innovations. They have lost the real spirit and the basic objectives of Islam.
Only a few Majzoobs (Holy people who are outwardly not in full possession of their senses) still follow
the basics of the real religion of Islam". (NMAR, No. 6)

2. Mahdi Maud (AHS) said, "Allah has ordered, 'I have given the keys of the treasury of faith in your
(Mahdi's) hands, and made you the Naser (supporter and defender) of Deen-e-Mohammedi and I am
your Naser. Go and declare that you are the Promised Mahdi. Whoever accepts you, will be a Momin
(believer) and whoever denies you, will be a Kafir (infidel)". (NMAR, No.7)

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3. Allah further ordered that, "The knowledge of the ancient and modern sages and the Bayan
(explanation) of the Four Books (including the Quran), is given to you by My desire". (NMAR, No.8)

4. The Mahdi (AHS) said, "Whatever explanation of the Quran I give, is based on the revelations and
orders from Allah, and does not come from my own study or preparation. Whichever verse you show
me, I read, and whatever knowledge is given to me by Allah, I impart to you. Every day I receive fresh
learning from Allah". (NMAR, No.9)

5. He also said, "Allah has instructed me that The verse "SUMMA INNA ALAINA BAYANAHU" is
in your favour and I have made you specifically, the holder of the Wilayat-e-Mohammedia, and I have
given you the full capacity to follow (Ittiba-e-Taam) Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). He who accepts
you, accepts me, and he who fails to acknowledge you, also fails to acknowledge me". (NMAR, No.
10)

6. The Mahdi (AHS) said, "Allah has shown me the grades of all the Prophets, Saints, Momineen and
Mominath, and also the real position of each of his creations very clearly. I can see and examine every
thing as if it were an article in my hand, like a goldsmith, who can ascertain the value of gold and
silver". (NMAR, No.11)

7. The Mahdi (AHS) said, "I have been hearing a mysterious voice for the last twenty years, saying
'You are the Promised Mahdi', which I have kept to myself. Now that I have come to Badhli in Gujarat,
I have received a firm order from Allah, saying, 'Why are you afraid of the people? Why are you not
declaring that you are the Promised Mahdi?' Therefore, now I declare by the commandment of Allah,
that I am the Promised Mahdi". (NMAR, No. 12)

8. The Ulema asked him "Do you say that Allah can be seen by human eyes in this perishable world".
The Mahdi (AHS) said, "Allah is saying this not I. In the Quran Allah said, 'whoever is blind in this
world, will remain blind in the hereafter and yet further away from the road way'. (GK.S. 17 A 72).
Another verse says, 'And whoever hopeth to see Allah, let him do righteous work, and made non-
sharers of the worship due unto his Allah'. (G.K.S. 19-III). 'How! Are they still in doubt about the
meeting with their Lord Allah? Lo! Is not He surrounding all things?" (G.K.S. 41 A-54 P.344) The
Ulema said, "The Ulema of the Ahle-Sunnat have taken these verses to mean the deedar (vision) in the
hereafter". He replied that "The promise of Allah is absolute, it should not be limited, and all the Ulema
of the Ahle-Sunnat have not said, that it is impossible in this world. What they have said would be
properly understood". (NMAR, No.19)

9. The Ulema asked, "Do you call a MUSLIM a Kafir, and ask him to become a Momin?" The Mahdi
(AHS) replied, "I have merely presented the religion of the Book of Allah. Whoever is called a Momin
in the Book of Allah, I also call him a Momin, whoever is Kafir in the Book of Allah, is also called a
Kafir by me. I never give any order myself. I am a follower of the Book of Allah. I encourage people to
follow the path of Monotheism (Wahdanieth), and to worship Allah. I am appointed to do this by Allah.
The Ulema are opposing me, but I am not aware of the reasons behind their opposition. If I have
committed any mistake, I should be informed about it, so that we may work together to follow the
Book of Allah, and spread its message. Allah also says, 'If you differ on any subject, refer the dispute to
Allah', which means to the Book of Allah. Whoever has gone astray from the teachings of the Book of
Allah, should repent. If he fails to confess and repent, he is liable to be killed. (NMAR, No.23)

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10. It is to be noted here, that as the Mahdi (AHS) was following the Prophet Mohammed (PBUH)
implicitly in condemning the worldly life, the worldly leaders and Ulema would inevitably oppose him.
This in itself provides clear evidence of his Mahdiat. As stated in the Futuhat-e-Mecci, Hazrat Ibn-e-
Arabi (RA) says "When Imam Mahdi makes his appearance, the worldly Ulema and Fuqahas (Islamic)
Lawyers will openly oppose him because he will be a threat to their authority and control over the
people. Definitely, the Mahdi is Allah's Hujjat (undisputable evidence), and, in his time, the equal of
the Prophet (PBUH)". (I.N., P.16)

11. It was ordained by Allah, that Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) should invite people to the Basirath
(Vision of Allah), and so also his follower, the Mahdi (AHS). As Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) being a
Khalifatullah, was free from committing mistakes (Masoom-unil-Khata), the Mahdi (AHS) also being a
Khalifatullah was equally free from mistakes, since he was following him in all respects. The Mahdi
(AHS) preached whatever was revealed to him by Allah. Therefore, in respect of the Shariat, whatever
he said would also be Shariat-e-Mohammedi. If Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) had been alive, he would
have given the same orders the Mahdi (AHS) had given. This shows that the Mahdi (AHS), being a
follower, did not introduce any new Shariat. (I.N., P17 / 18).

d) PROOF BY DIFFERENT EVENTS:-

1. Mir Zun-nun, the ruler of Farah, went with a large number of his soldiers, to ascertain the truth of the
proclamation of the Mahdi (AHS) with the intention of killing him, in case he was proved to be an
impostor. He asked the Mahdi (AHS) that one of the signs of the True Mahdi was that sword would
have no effect on him. The Mahdi (AHS) told him to try to wound him with sword. Thereupon he tried
to hit him by sword, but mysteriously his arm became numb. Three times he tried, but failed.
Ultimately he was thoroughly convinced that this was the Promised Mahdi (AHS) and became his
follower. The event has been narrated in detail on PP (43) - It clearly shows that the Mahdi (AHS) was
the True Promised Mahdi.

2. Muhr-e-Wilayat (Seal of Wilayat) - At Bidar, Miyan Shaik Momin Tawakkali (RZ), clearly saw the
Muhr-e-Wilayat on the Mahdi's (AHS) back, and thus became his disciple (vide page 22). On another
occasion, in Naherwals, Miyan Yousuf Soheet (RZ), requested the Mahdi (AHS) to permit him to see
the Muhr-e-Wilayat. The Mahdi (AHS) removed his clothes and showed him the Muhr-e-Wilayat on
his back. Thus there were two reliable eye witnesses to prove that the Mahdi (AHS) had, the Muhr-e-
Wilayat, like the Muhr-e-Nabuwat of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). (Sh. W.P.408). This is another
clear proof of Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) being the Promised Mahdi.

3. Disappearance of the body from the grave:- The Mahdi (AHS) had openly declared before his
passing away from this world, that if anyone had any doubt about his Mahdiat, he should look for his
body, after it was placed in the grave. If it was found there, he would not be the Promised Mahdi. This
is the most conclusive proof, which has ever been given by anyone after his death. Details have been
given on P 100.

4. The Prophecy regarding battle of Badr-e-Wilayat:- At Kaha, the Mahdi (AHS) revealed to Bandagi
Miyan Shah Khundmeer (RZ), that the battle of 'Quataloo-wa-Qutiloo (fighting to slay and be slain)',
the fourth attribute of Wilayat-e-Mohammedia would be fulfilled by him. In the battle, he would be
victorious on the first day, even if all the forces of the world were against him, and on the second day
he would be martyred. This would be the Hujjat (final evidence) of his Mahdiat. This was another
proof of the Mahdi (AHS)'s truthfulness (sadaqat). The details have been mentioned on PP. 64 to 66.

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All the above cited events prove that Hazrat Syed Mohammed Jaunpuri was the True Promised Mehdi-
e-Maud (AHS).

e) MORALS:-
The morals of the Mahdi (AHS) were the morals of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), because he was
Khalifatullah, and an implicit follower (Tabay-e-taam) of the Prophet (PBUH). The morals of the
Prophet (PBUH) were described by the Quran as "and thou (standest) on an exalted standard of morals"
(68-4- Pen). When, after the demise of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), people asked Hazrat Ayesha (RZ)
about the morals and life of the Prophet (PBUH), she replied; "Have you not read the Quran? His life
was completely in accordance with the Quran".

The Mahdi (AHS), who was a Tabay-e-taam (complete follower) of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH),
Masoom-unil-Khata (preserved from mistakes), and a Khalifatullah, also possessed the same morals
and character, as the Prophet (PBUH). The Mahdi (AHS) said that 'If any person desires to examine my
truthfulness, he should compare my affairs and practices with the Book of Allah (QURAN) and the
sunnat-e-Rasoolullah'. (TNMAR, P. 21). Thus he has offered the Quran and Sunnat to verify his affairs,
his sayings, and his practices in life, to prove his claim to the Mahdiat. Contemporary writers,
historians and scholars, his admirers as well as his opponents, have paid glowing tributes to his
exemplary and noble character, his piety, godliness, and implicit practising of the Shariat-e-
Mohammedi throughout his life, strictly in accordance with the teachings of the Holy Quran. One of his
critics, Shaik Ali, the author of 'Kanzul-Amal', wrote in 'Al Burhan-fi-Alamath-e-Mahdi', that 'Mahdi
Maud was a most exalted noble person'.

f) CHARACTER:-
Regarding the moral character of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), the Quran has declared 'O Prophet,
verily you are of a very high noble character'. Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) said, regarding Mahdi
Maud (AHS) "Yafqu Asari Wa la Youkhti (he will follow me implicitly, and will not commit any
mistakes)". Mahdi Maud (AHS) said 'I am getting fresh commandments from God every day, and I am
asked to say that I am the abd' (devotee) of Allah and the follower of Mohammed Rasoolullah (PBUH),
(Qul, enni Abdullah tabey Mohammed Rasoolullah)". Thus, it is established that Mahdi Maud (AHS)
was a complete follower of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), not only in his practice and preaching but
also in his character and morals. He could not commit any Khata (transgression) in following and
obedience Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) as stated by him and thereby he was 'Masoom-unil-Khata'
which is an unique distinction, not found in any body else in the ummah. The author of 'Kashful
Haqaieq' says, "Mahdi Maud (AHS) himself, together with his knowledge, his claim, his position, his
patience and his Tawakkul, in fact, in all matters, was equal to Prophet Mohammed (PBUH)". (Al
M.M., P.378)

Like Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) he had humility of spirit, nobility of soul, austerity of conduct and
stern devotion to duty. His hand was the most generous, his breast the most courageous, and his tongue
the most forceful exponent of Haqaeq (Truths)-e-Quran. Modesty, kindness, patience and self-denial,
pervaded his conduct, and therefore, he was showered with the affection of all around him. Those who
saw him were filled with reverence, those who came near, loved him and devoted to the love of God.
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life. Thousands of people attended his Bayan-e-Quran, accepted Tark-e-Duniya, and embraced
Mahadism. A few traits of his noble and distinguished character are given below.

g) KNOWLEDGE:-
Even before his Mahdiat, Hazrat Mahdi Maud (AHS) was endowed with extraordinary qualities. At the
age of 7 years, he memorised the whole Quran. In his 12th year, he was given the title of 'Asad-ul-
Ulema (Lion of the Ulema)' by Hazrat Shaik Daniyal (RZ) and 1700 eminent Ulema of Jaunpur. The
author of 'Darbar-e-Akbari', stated "Syed Mohammed Jaunpuri essentially was a great scholar (Alim),
who was perfect in the religious and inspired knowledge from Allah". The author of 'Mushahir-e-Islam'
wrote, "The young Alim, and learned Sufi, Syed Mohammed, a fiery orator, was becoming the centre
of attraction for the people".

h) OBLIGATIONS OF WILAYAT-E-MOHAMMEDI:-
Mahdi Maud (AHS) said, "Allah has ordained that, 'I have created you to shoulder the responsibility
and obligation of the Wilayat-e-Mohammedia. Whatever I have given to Mohammed (PBUH), I have
also given to you'." This assertion was also supported by a Hadith of the Prophet (PBUH), wherein he
said, "The Mahdi is connected to me, he will follow me, and the religion which was started by me will
be brought to its final completion by him". This tradition is in line with the verse in the Quran, which
says "this Quran has been inspired in me, so that I may warn you, and he (the Mahdi) who will inherit
the Quran will also warn you'?" Therefore, his shouldering the responsibility of the Wilayat-e-Moh-
ammedia showed that he was endowed with the highest spiritual power, equal to that of Prophet
Mohammed (PBUH).

i) OPEN DECLARATION OF THE MAHDIAT:-

He openly declared that he was the Promised Mahdi (AHS), in big cities, in large gatherings, in the
assemblies of Ulema and masha-e-kheen, before rulers and Kings, not only in India, but also abroad.
He made his first declaration at Mecca in the year 901 Hijri during the Haj pilgrimage, the second one
in the Jame-Masjid of Ahmedabad in 903 Hijri, and the third at Badhli in 905 Hijri, before a general
assembly of learned persons, Ulema and scholars, numbering about 360. In this Dawa-e-Muakkada at
Badhli he declared, "I, a humble devotee of Allah, under the commandment of Allah, declare that I am
the true Promised Mahdi, the follower of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), and the Caliph of Allah. Allah
has made me the 'Khatim-e-Wilayat-e-Mohammedia. Whoever acknowledges me as the Mahdi is a
believer, and whoever disbelieves me is a non believer. At the time of this declaration, I am in my
complete senses, free from intoxication or trance. I have two witnesses for my claim; one is the Holy
Book of Allah, and the other is the following of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH)". After this declaration,
he wrote to a number of kings, inviting them to accept his claim, after due investigation. Facing with
resignation, all the problems and hardships which confronted him, he remained firm in his claim and
faith to the end. (Al.M.M., P. 282)

j) HIS PRACTICE OF THE SHARIAT:-

Throughout his life, he remained scrupulous follower of the Shariat-e-Mohammedi.

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One day, some grapes were received as Futuh, which were being distributed among his followers.
Miyan Hyder Mahajir (RZ) gave a bunch of grapes to Miyan Syed Hameed (RZ), Mahdi Maud's (AHS)
son. The Mahdi (AHS) said, "Those grapes belong to the fuqras. Why did you give them to the child?"
He said, "Miranji excuse me". The Mahdi (AHS) asked him to seek the forgiveness of all the fuqras. It
is said that the Mahdi (AHS) took out a grape with his finger which Miyan Syed Hameed (RZ) had put
in his mouth.

He could never tolerate any action or practice against the Shariat, even if it was based on the
knowledge of Kashf (inspired knowledge). It is said that during a namaaz, one brother joined in when
one or two rakaats were over. At the end, when Mahdi Maud (AHS) performed the salaam to the right,
the brother got up to complete the remaining namaaz. After hearing about this, the Mahdi (AHS)
enquired, why he had not waited for the second salaam. He said, "I knew by my Kashf, that the Paysh-
Imam had not erred." The Mahdi (AHS), reprimanded him for ignoring the Shariat, on the basis of
Kashf. During his long journeys in connection with his preaching he had to face very hard times, and
even sometimes starve for days together, but he never went against the Shariat or tawakkal. Before
leaving Jaunpur, he was in a divine trance for a period of twelve years, but he never missed the
performance of a single obligatory Namaaz, five times a day.

Khaja Mohammed Ebaduallah (Akhtar) a noted contemporary author, in his book 'Mushahir-e-Islam',
wrote in respect of Mahdi Maud (AHS), "Nobody has criticised his methods, even his worst opponents
have acknowledged that during his time there was nobody who followed the Shariat more scrupulously
than Syed Mohammed". (Al M.M., P. 385).

k) REVIVAL OF SUNNAT:-
One of the main purpose behind the advent of Mahdi Maud (AHS) was to revive the Sunnat and
remove innovations, rituals and wrong practices as pointed out by Hazrat Ali Murtuza Karamullah
Wajhu (RZ) in one of his sayings. Mahdi Maud (AHS) also said, "God has sent me at a time when the
world is full of rituals, wrong practices and innovations in place of virtues faith and Sunnat. Whoever
practices, rituals and innovations, will be deprived of the benefits of Wilayat-e-Mohammedia".
Throughout his life, he made strenuous efforts to remove this evil, by advocating the rules of the
Shariat. Moulana Abul Kalam Azad mentioned in his 'Tazkira' that "During those days of materialism,
fraud and deceit were rampant; to crown them all, the BIDAT and unlawful activities of the ignorant
Sufis had made confusion worse confounded, and misled the people. Seeing this, Syed Mohammed
raised his voice for the revival of the SHARIAT and the establishment of the Lawful".

l) TAWAKKAL:-
It is said that if any futuh was received unexpectedly, he would enquire from his fuqras, whether
anybody was in a serious condition due to severe starvation. If it was badly required, he would accept,
otherwise he would refuse even though the bearer was insistent. During the course of his Hijrat, while
moving from place to place he would leave the eatables and provisions behind. It was always his
practice to be above want and remain unconcerned with worldly affairs. He would advise his
companions not to entertain any hope or expectations from people; whatever was considered absolutely
necessary should be sought from Allah alone. One should surrender oneself completely to Allah, and
His mercy. The real tawakkal would be to remain always in search of Allah by total submission to the
will of Allah, because for a seeker of Allah, nothing is required, except Allah.

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m) GENEROSITY:-
As against the charity given by kings, the charity given by Godly persons knows no bounds. They give
as much as they have, without caring for their own needs. Once, Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) gave a
man goats, which fully covered the space between two hills. When this man returned to his tribe, he
told all of them to become Muslims, because Mohammed (PBUH) gave most generously without
caring for his becoming poor himself. (M.S.A.P. 128). This sort of giving proves two things; first, that
the giver has so much confidence in Allah that he does not bother about his own future wants.
Secondly, that he is not interested in worldly wealth. The same generosity was shown by Mahdi Maud
(AHS), when he received sixty bags full of gold coins (Ashrafis) and jewels, and one tasbeeh (chain) of
pure emeralds, costing about Rs. one crore at that time, from Ghiyas-uddin Khilji, King of Mandu, as
futuh (present). He distributed the wealth among the people who were following the carriages
containing the wealth. After it has almost all been distributed, a 'Dafnawas' (beggar) came and asked
for charity. There was nothing left, except for the emerald tasbeeh (chain), which the Mahdi (AHS),
lifted with a stick and generously threw towards the beggar. Miyan Salamullah (RZ) exclaimed,
'Miranji, it was a very valuable thing', He answered, "Allah says that the wealth of the entire world had
no value at all for him. His generosity was like the generosity of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), which
proves that he was the true follower of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) in all respects.

n) RESIGNATION:-
Mahdi (AHS) always surrendered himself to the will of Allah, and acted according to His divine
directions. While he was staying at Mandu, the Mahdi (AHS) arranged for feeding of the poor, in
connection with the 'Uras (annual ceremony)' of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). His son, Miyan Syed
Mahmood (RZ) was supervising the preparation of the food. The latter was standing near the 'Daig
(cooking pot)' holding his, six month old younger brother, Miyan Syed Ajmal (RZ) in his arms. All of a
sudden the baby fell into the boiling pot and died instantly. Miyan Syed Mahmood (RZ) who was
greatly shocked and grieved, shut himself in a room to mourn. When he heard about this, Imamana
Mahdi (AHS) went to console him, and said, "Don't be grieved: had he lived longer, he would have
reached your position". This shows that Hazrat Imamana Mahdi (AHS) was not grieved like an
ordinary man, over the sudden, tragic death of his son, but on the contrary, he consoled his son, Miyan
Syed Mahmood (RZ). This was undoubtedly an act of surrender and resignation before the will of God.
(M.S.A., P. 131)

o) FORGIVENESS:-
On the instructions of the Qazi of Farah, the Police not only seized the weapons which the Mahdi
(AHS) and his Fuqras had, but also all their belongings. They even became violent. The Ruler of the
city, Sarwar Khan, had a dream the same night, that Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) was saying, "My son
is being so badly tortured in your jurisdiction". The Ruler then developed a severe stomach ache. He
summoned the Police Commissioner at once, and enquired into the matter. Then he rushed to see
Mahdi Maud (AHS), and requested his pardon and forgiveness, for the trouble given to him and his
fuqras by the police. He asked him to furnish him with a list of articles which had been taken away.
The Mahdi (AHS) said, "We have not lost anything, we have nothing except Allah, and he is with us".
The Mahdi (AHS) gave him his Paskhurda, and the stomach ache was relieved. The Ruler was deeply
moved by the matchless magnanimity and Prophetic manners of the Mahdi (AHS), and became his
disciple.

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p) BAR-E-WILAYAT:-
One day at Kaha, Hazrat Mahdi Maud (AHS) told Syed Khundmeer (RZ) "Qaatiloo-Wa-Qutiloo (fight
to slay or be slain) is the fourth attribute of Wilayat-e-Mohammedia, and its responsibility has been
entrusted to you, by Allah. Since no one can overcome the Caliph of Allah, you will perform this duty
in my place. The holder of the 'Bar-e-Wilayat' will eventually be martyred; his head will be separated,
from his body, and the skin will be removed. However, even if all the world is against you, on the first
day you will be victorious even if you are alone. On the second day, you will be martyred. Remember,
this fact will be a Hujjat of my Mahdiat. If it does not happen know that I was not the Promised Mahdi.
I am revealing this as per the orders from Allah, and not from my own self".
(Sh.W.P. 297)

In Gujarat, the Mahdawis were subjected to a lot of oppression, simply because they had acknowledged
Hazrat Syed Mohammed Jaunpuri as the Mahdi-e-Maud (AHS), and were strictly following the
teachings of Islam. Their number was increasing day-by-day, under the leadership of Hazrat Bandagi
Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ), the second Caliph of Mahdi Maud (AHS). Becoming jealous, the
worldly Ulema passed fatwas against the Mahdawis, announcing that the Sawab (Reward) for the
murder of a Mahdawi, would be equivalent to that given for the murders of a number of dacoits. This
encouraged the people to start their atrocities against the Mahdawis. They started killing some innocent
Mahdawis, who were residing in the towns. Their houses were burnt, some of them were buried alive,
and crushed inside the walls. Their foreheads were branded with heated iron crowbars, and all sorts of
inhuman atrocities were practiced against them.

At this stage Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ) sent an Istefta (request for a decision on the basis of
Shariat) to the Ulema, asking them to issue their fatwa against a Mufti (the Alim who issues a fatwa),
who had passed a fatwa against those Muslims who had faith in Allah and his Rasool, and practiced
their commandments. They were neither going against the Shariat, nor committing any unlawful
actions. They were innocent and peace loving people, who always kept themselves busy in the worship
of Allah. Accordingly, the Ulema passed a fatwa, saying that the Mufti himself was to be killed. On the
basis of this fatwa, Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ) issued an order to kill those Mufties who signed
fatwas to kill Mahdawis. First, Mullah Hameed Bohara was killed in Ahmedabad by Malik Gowhar
Shah (RZ). This created terror among the Mufties. They approached the young and inexperienced
Sultan Muzzffar Shah, and misled him, saying that the Mahdawis under the leadership of Miyan Syed
Khundmeer (RZ) had become a danger to his kingdom. Somehow they succeeded in persuading the
king to order the army to take action against Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ) and his followers in the
Daira, (The place where the Mahdawis settled down).

A well-equipped army, under the command of Aain-ul-mulk, consisting of sixteen thousand mounted
soldiers, four thousand Habshis, mace-bearers, infantry, gun carriages and a number of elephants,
reached Khanbel, to attack the Daira of Hazrat Siddique-e-Wilayat, Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ). The
Commander of the army was surprised to see a band of only sixty fuqras (seekers of Allah) without
proper armament, ready to face the army. He re-arranged his army, sending the gun carriages and
elephants to the rear, and placing the infantry in the front, considering it sufficient to overcome only
sixty fuqras. The battle took place on 12th Shawwal 930 H.

Some mysterious events were noticed on the battle-field. When Siddique-e-Wilayat (RZ) under divine
instructions pulled out his sword about four inches and looked towards the sky, he saw thousands of

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angels with swords in their hands standing in the same position. He understood the intention of Allah
and put away his sword. Initially, he used only a spear for fighting, when it broke, he took a lash, which
proved to be a symbol of terror. A single lash was enough to cut one of the enemy, together with his
horse, into two pieces. In this way hundreds of them were killed. His lash completely demoralised the
king's army. Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ) was aware that mysterious divine forces were working to
accomplish the Hujjat-e-Mahdi-e-Moud (AHS). He was therefore confident, that even a spear and lash
were enough to crush and defeat the enemy. His lash worked wonders and caused more devastation
than a sword. The defensive battle valiantly fought by the Bandagi Miyan (RZ) and his sixty fuqras
change the whole complexion of the battle.

Thousands of enemy soldiers were killed by their own cannon-fire, and crushed by the outraged
elephants. In short, the enemy faced a crushing defeat, resulting in the victory of Siddique-e-Wilayat
(RZ) and his fuqras. They chased the King's forces for two miles, causing them heavy losses.

The forty infantry (piyadah) fuqras, who has been left to guard the small gate of the Daira, by the
orders of Bandagi Miyan (RZ) were forbidden to cross over the safety line drawn by him. They were
martyred by the enemy, as they could not go beyond the marked line, to fight in the battle field. When
Bandagi Miyan (RZ), and his fuqras were returning from the battle field, they found some enemy
soldiers coming round the side of the Daira. The fuqras encircled and challenged them, but because
they begged for mercy in the name of Mahdi Maud (AHS), they were released. After reaching the
Daira, when Bandagi Miyan (RZ) saw the bodies of the martyred fuqras, he regretted having left the
soldiers go. The way in which the martyred fuqras sacrificed their lives, in obeying the orders of their
leader showed great discipline of character and faithful adherence to their leader. Had they crossed the
line, they could have killed all the soldiers of the enemy. This defeat was immensely humiliating for
the Commander of the Sultan's forces. Therefore, he re-assembled his army, and on 14th Shawwal 930
H. again attacked the Fuqras at Sudrasan. In this battle, Hazrat Shah Khundmeer (RZ) and his fuqras
fought valiantly, and as willed by Allah, were martyred.

After the battle Aain-ul-mulk and his officers came to see the bodies of the brave martyrs. One of the
officers went near the body of Miyan Syed Khanji (RA), misbehaved, and tried to take the sword from
his hand. Mysteriously, the dead body moved swiftly and wielded the sword on him so forcefully, that
he was cut into two pieces. Then the body again lay down as before. Upon seeing this miracle, Aain-ul-
Mulk immediately gave orders to remove the sacred heads from the bodies of Hazrat Siddique-e-
Wilayat and six important leaders to Show to the Sultan. No one was able to lift the head of Hazrat
Siddique-e-Wilayat (RZ) to place it in the basket. The Commander was advised to call Hazrat Malik
Alhadad (RZ) his Caliph, to do this. When Malik (RZ) came near, the head smiled thrice. Malik (RZ)
kissed it, lifted it with ease and placed it in the basket. After seeing this supernatural phenomenon,
Aain-ul-Mulk was terrified and lost no time in taking all the heads to Patan. When the heads arrived at
Patan, it was time for Namaaz. All the heads rolled out, Bandagi Miyan's (RZ) head moved forward,
the other heads lined up behind, and the Namaaz performed.
(Hashia Shareef, P. 179)

Meanwhile, as soon as the enemies left the battle field, Hazrat Malik Alhadad (RZ) took charge of the
bodies of the martyrs, and buried them at Sudrasan.

When Aain-ul-Mulk saw the heads performing Namaaz he feared that some such supernatural
phenomenon might occur in the Darbar of the Sultan, so he gave order for removing the skins of the
heads, and for filling the skins with husks. The bones of the heads were buried at Patan. The skins were

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taken to Chapaneer, and after being presented before the Sultan, they were buried in a Mahdawi's
garden near the tomb of Shah Raju Bin Shah Khutab-e-Alam Bukhari.

In this way, the body of the Hazrat Bandaqi Miyan (RZ) was buried at Sudrasan, the bones of his head
at Patan, and the skin at Chapaneer. The prophecy of Mahdi Maud (AHS) regarding the separation of
the body, head and skin came true. Thus, the 'Amanath (deposit)' of a hundred heads, was repaid to
Allah by Bandagi Miyan (RZ). This also completed the Hujjat (proof) of the Mahdiat of Mahdi Maud
(AHS).

q) APPEARANCE AND FEATURES:-

Mahdi-e-Maud (AHS) being TABA-E-TAAM (a perfect follower), was said to have almost the same
appearance and features as Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). He said whoever desired to see Prophet
Mohammed (PBUH) should look at him. He also said that if Prophet Ibrahim (PBUH), Prophet
Mohammed (PBUH) and he were to exist at the same time, no one would be able to distinguish
between them. Once, Miyan Syed Mahmood (RZ) the son of Mahdi (AHS), while staying at
Chapaneer, happened to see both Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) and Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) in a dream,
but was unable to identify his father, because both had similar features. It was only "when the Mahdi
(AHS) pointed towards Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) and said, Bhai Mahmood, pay your respects to
Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) your great grandfather" then he realised who was who, and paid his
respects.
(Sh- W. P.264)

It is stated that, like Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) Mahdi Maud (AHS) had a dignified personality, with
good features. He was of medium height neither very tall nor very short, but strangely, in the midst of
other people, he looked taller than anybody else. His complexion was fair. His forehead was broad and
shining, nose large and slightly aquiline. His perspiration was clear and fragrant. When Miyan Dilawar
(RZ) regained his consciousness at Danapur, he is stated to have said, "I can smell the miraculous
fragrance of my master Mahdi (AHS)". He journeyed in the direction of the smell, and reached
Ahmedabad, where the Mahdi (AHS) was then staying. His face was a source of delight for others;
whoever saw him once, became his admirer. He was truthful and soft spoken. The first sentence he
spoke as a child was 'Mahdi Maud Aamad (the Promised Mahdi has come)'. This in itself is enough
evidence to prove that he was the true Promised Mahdi (AHS).
(Al-M.M., P.156)

r) FINALITY OF DEEN:-
Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) said "lmam-e-Mahdi (AHS) will bring 'Deen (the religion)' to its final
conclusion, in the same way as I have established it during the earlier period". The Prophet (PBUH)
also said, "Allah will finalise the Deen (Religion) through the Mahdi". The word 'Deen' has been
explained in the following tradition; Hazrat Umar (RZ) said. "One day while we were sitting with
Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), a person not known to any of us who was dressed in white, having black
hair, came and sat before the Prophet (PBUH). He asked, "O Mohammed, tell me about Islam". The
Prophet (PBUH) explained that you must bear witness that there is no Allah except Allah, and
Mohammed (PBUH) is His messenger. You must perform Namaaz (prayer) pay 'Zakaat' observe the
fasts, and perform Haj, if capable of it. The man said, "What you say is correct". Hazrat Umar (RZ)
said. "We were surprised that he himself put the question, and then he himself endorsed the truth of the
reply". Again he asked, "Tell me about Eman (Faith)". The Prophet (PBUH) said, "You should have
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faith in Allah, his angels, his books, his Prophets, the day of Judgement, destiny of good or evil from
Allah". He said, "What you say is correct". Then he asked about 'Ehasan'. The Prophet (PBUH) said,
"You should pray to Allah as if you are seeing Him, and if you cannot see Him, at least you must be
certain that He is seeing You". Again he said, "What you say is correct", and left the place. Prophet
Mohammed (PBUH) asked Umar (RZ) "Did you knew who he was?" Umar (RZ) said "Only Allah and
his messenger knew him". Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) told him "He was the angel 'Gabriel' and he
had come here to teach you your DEEN".

This tradition makes it clear that Deen has three components Islam, Eman and Ehsan. In the beginning,
Eman and Islam were explained and the Shariat was completed. In the third stage practising of 'Ehsan'
was stressed.

According to the explanation of 'Ehsan' given by Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) two things are
established, one is that a vision of Allah is possible, and the other is that the final and ultimate result, or
object of prayer is seeing Allah, which is considered to be the climax of Ehsan.

The calls to Islam and Eman are directed towards all classes of people. But the call to Ehsan is specific
and exceptional. A routine performance of Namaaz bears no comparison with the Namaaz performed
with high devotion and complete absorption in the vision of Allah. One example is the Namaaz of
Hazrat Ali (RZ), when an arrow was removed from his body, but he realised it only after the Namaaz
was over. This was the result of deep devotion and the practice of Ehsan. The Prophet's (PBUH)
teachings regarding Islam and Eman were given to all, but the teachings of Ehsan, were given only to a
few selected companions, who were capable, and fully equipped with the light of Eman, deep love for,
and devotion of Allah.

Hazrat Ibn-e-Huraira (RZ) said, "Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) gave me two plates; one, I have brought
out, but if I bring out the other my throat will be cut". The other plate is stated to be the secret teachings
of Ehsan. This indicates that during the period of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), Islam and Eman were
open to all, but the teaching of Ehsan was selective. However, during the time of Mahdi Maud (AHS)
the teaching of Ehsan was open to all. The author of 'Makhzanul Dalail' wrote, "Mahdi Maud (AHS)
was deputed by Allah to preach and teach Ehsan openly to one and all".

Mullah Abdul Khader Badauni has written in "Najath-Al-Rashid" that, Hazrat Shaik Burhanuddin of
Kalpi achieved perfection within three days of being taught Ehsan by Hazrat Shaik Alhadad (RZ) of
Bari. By this, we can well imagine what must have been the effect of the teaching of Ehsan by Mahdi
Maud (AHS) himself.

Bandagi Shah Burhan (RZ) had written regarding Bandagi Miyan Syed Shabbuddin (Shabul Haq)
(RZ), that one day Bandagi Malik Peer Mohammed (RZ) asked Bandagi Miyan Shabul Haq (RZ) what
was the reason behind the delay in the 'TAHREEM (Opening recitation for Namaaz)'. He replied, "Bhai
Peer Mohammed, the Namaaz which is performed without the vision of Allah has no value. I recite the
Tahreem only after I find myself in the presence of Allah". Bandagi Miyan Syed Shabbuddin (RZ)
belonged to the group of Tabaien (those who came after the companions). We can, therefore, imagine
what must have been the nature of the prayers offered by the companions of the Mahdi (AHS).
(M.S.A., PP. 151 to 152)

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VI

TEACHINGS
TEACHINGS BY MAHDI (AHS):-

Mahdi Maud (AHS) said that he had not brought out a new religion. He only professed that as the
Mahdi, he had been commissioned by Allah to restore Islam to its pristine purity. He did not confine
himself to the interpretations of any of the four orthodox schools of jurisprudence of the Aaimma-e-
Mujtahadeen (four Imams), but claimed to follow strictly, the religion according to the Quran, and
Sunnah of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). He said Allah, His Prophet and His Book, were his only
guides. Nor did he accept blindly, the interpretations available in any of the existing commentaries of
the Quran. He explained the true meaning of the verses in accordance with Divine revelations. (NMAR
No. 49). He said, "The accuracy of any of my Naqals (saying or practice) should be tested against the
Quran and Hadith. If it tallies, it may be considered correct, otherwise it may be abandoned. It might
have been understood or quoted wrongly. He also said ''There are differences in the Traditions; if any
Tradition is not in accordance with the Quran, my preaching and practice, it is not correct" (NMAR 1-
2). He asserted that he was the Khalifatullah and Khatim-e-Wilayat-e-Mohammedia and laid great
emphasis on the teaching of Tariqat and Haqiqat, in accordance with the Shariat-e-Mohammedia.

According to Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), Mahdi Maud (AHS) was his perfect follower (Tabai-taam)
and safe from committing mistakes (Masoom-unil-Khata). Mahdi Maud (AHS) issued only such orders
as were revealed to him by Allah. The real Shariat-e-Mohammedia lied in the orders of Mahdi Maud
(AHS), so much so, that even if Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) had been alive, he would have given the
same orders, which were given by Mahdi Maud (AHS), and would have retained all his orders, as they
were.
(Khol-ul-Jawaher Vol. I - P.63)

FARAIZ-E-WILAYAT:-

Divine obligations, according to the Quran, are of two types. First the Divine orders which were known
as obligations, and declared by Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) in terms of the Shariat. Secondly, the
Divine orders which are known as the Faraiz-e-Wilayat-e-Mohammedia, openly declared by Mahdi
Maud (AHS). The obligations of WILAYAT were not declared openly by Prophet Mohammed
(PBUH), since it was the beginning of Islam. His teachings regarding the Shariat, even though simple
and clear, took twenty three years, to complete. After a period of nine hundred years, when the Shariat
and Islamic jurisprudence were completed, the Khalifatullah, Mahdi Maud (AHS) was sent by Allah, to
openly declare the obligations of Wilayat-e-Mohammedia. As the 'Khalifatullah' and a true follower of
Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), he was entrusted with the mission of bringing Islam, the religion of
Allah, to a final conclusion. The teachings of Mahdi (AHS), as Khatim-e-Wilayat-e-Mohammedia are
as important as the teachings of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), because they cover all the three aspects
of Deen, Islam, Eman and Ehsan, and are based on the Quran. Therefore, they are to be believed and
practiced as pelt of the Islamic faith. Disbelief will mean disbelief in the obligation enjoined in the
Quran, and the preachings of the Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). Being the Khalifatullah, Mahdi Maud
(AHS) was getting Divine calls directly from Allah, which he would communicate and explain to his
followers. He explained the verses of the Quran in such a marvelous way that the listener would say,
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"such an explanation cannot be given by anyone, except the Khalifatullah, who was taught by Allah
alone". By virtue of his being a perfect and true follower of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), he was
preserved from committing mistakes (Masoom-unil-Khata). As such, his teachings are based on truth,
and are as binding and obligatory as the teachings of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). They are known as
Faraiz-e-Wilayat (obligations in Wilayat), based on the Quranic verses, and Traditions of Prophet
Mohammed (PBUH). Details furnished below:-

1. TARK-E-DUNIYA (to renounce the world).

2. SOHABAT-E-SADIKHEEN (company of the righteous).
3. UZLAT-AZ-KHALQ (seclusion from public).
4. ZIKR-E-DAWAM (continuous remembrance).
5. TAWAKKAL (contentment).
6. TALAB-E-DEEDAR-E-KHUDA (to seek the Vision of Allah).
7. HIJRAT (Immigration or migration).

TARK-E-DUNIYA:-
Tark-e-Duniya means to make oneself free from the pleasures of the world. 'World' means the worldly
life, with ego and love for worldly belongings. Such a greedy life is forbidden in Islam, because it leads
to egotism, selfishness and unlawful activities. Excessive indulgence in worldly living, and craze for
accumulating wealth and property will make a man forgetful of Allah, and the hereafter. Allah says,
"Those who are content and satisfied with the pleasures of the worldly life and its luxuries, forgetting
the benevolence and teachings of God, are bound for hell, in the hereafter". Prophet Mohammed
(PBUH) said in one of his Traditions, "I am not sorry for your poverty, but I am afraid of your
accumulation of Wealth, which will make you spent thrift, selfish, arrogant and complacent like the
earlier ummas (nations)". Allah also says in the Quran, "Fair in the eyes of men, is the love of things
they covet; women and sons; Heaped uphoards of gold and silver, horses branded (for blood and
excellence); and wealth of cattle, and well-titled land. Such are the possessions of this worldly life. But
in nearness to God is the best of the Goals (to return to)". (G.K.5, 3-14 Al-e-Imran).

There is clear condemnation of the world in this verse. Therefore Mahdi Maud (AHS) also condemned
the worldly life with its possessions. He said, "The love of the world is the root cause of all sins, and its
abandonment is in reality the basis of each prayer. Only those who have abandoned the world are true
seekers of Allah and true believers". Some of the companions of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) known
as 'Ashab-e-Suffa' followed the same practice of abandonment of the world for the sake of Allah.

'Duniya' stands opposite to 'DEEN'. 'Duniya' refers to the period preceding death, including all those
doings which are opposite to Deen. In other words, all prohibitions in Deen are called Duniya. There
are a number of verses and Traditions wherein Duniya has been severely condemned, and Momins
have been warned to keep away from it or else it will lead them to hell. Therefore, it is incumbent on
Muslims to keep away from the materialistic world, which has been condemned by Allah and His
Prophet (PBUH). Once, Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) was asked, "What is Duniya"? He said, "Duniya
is your ego and self; when you kill it, then there is no Duniya for you". Tark-e-Duniya therefore means
giving up forbidden things by controlling one's selfishness and ego. This is exactly the real Deen and
real Islam. It is quite different from Monkery (Rohabaniyat), where natural powers are suspended and
made ineffective. There is no Rohabaniyat in Islam. If the religious duties are performed by utilising
the natural powers in a legitimate way, and ego and selfishness, are avoided, when the cause of Islam is
served it cannot be called Rohabaniyat. It will be known as piety (Zohad' Fiddeen), which is

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synonymous with Tark-e-Duniya. A Tark-e-Duniya Faqir is considered more pious than a common
Momin, because of the piety (Taqwa).

Mahdi Maud (AHS) said, "If a person has love and regard for Allah, Mohammed (PBUH), Mahdi and
their companions, and he is sincere in his desire to abandon the world, and is firm in his belief in his
religion, he should not be called a Munafiq (hypocrite) or Kafir". (NMAR, No. 132 - P 85-86). "But, he
said, If he is a seeker of the world, and is occupied in the pursuit of worldly wealth and power, he is a
Kafir, and doomed to go to hell". This is said clearly in the Quran thus; "Those who so desireth the life
of the world and its pomp, we shall repay them their deeds herein, and therein they will not be
wronged. Those are they for whom is naught in the hereafter save the Fire. (All) that they contrive here
is vain and (all) that they are wont to do is fruitless". (G.K. Hud. P-11, 15, 16). Similarly, in another
verse of the Quran, Allah says, "Then as for him who rebelled, and chose the life of the world, Lo! hell
will be his home. But as for him who feared to stand before his Allah and restrained his soul from lust.
Lo! the Garden will be his home". (G.K.P-30-A-37-41, An-Naziat).

In view of the number of verses in the Quran, wherein, the world and the worldly life have been
condemned, Mahdi Maud (AHS) had declared that love of the worldly wealth i.e., living with egoistic-
self and worldly wealth i.e., property, wives and sons, love of whom makes a person negligent towards
Allah, should be given up. This negligence is HARAAM (un-lawful). Having a wife and children
however, is not Haraam. Similarly, as per the Quran and Traditions, Mahdi Maud (AHS) said, earning
money by fair means for the basic necessities of life is permissible for a Momin, but one should be a
Momin first, and should ascertain from the Quran as to who is a Momin. Earning a basic livelihood is
allowed, without being greedy and lustful and without exceeding the limits prescribed in the religion.

SOHABAT-E-SADIKHEEN:-

Allah said in the Quran, "Oh! Ye who believe, have fear of Allah, and keep company with
SADIKHEEN (Truthful)". (Quran Tauba, 9-11). SADIKHEEN means, those who are truthful, in Deen
(religion), in their belief, in their speech, and in practice (Tafseer-e-Khashaf). Mahdi Maud (AHS)
declared it obligatory to keep company with such people, with whom Allah's ZIKR and ways of
reaching Allah become easy. Sadikheen are those pious and religious leaders who have perfected
themselves in the precept and practice of the religions of Islam by virtue of their keeping company with
the righteous Murshid-i-Kamil. Mahdi Maud (AHS) said, "Even if any one prays to Allah for a
thousand years and the prayers have been accepted, it is not equal to the effect of a single look at him
by me".
(NMAR-P.75 / 48)

Allah has said in the Quran, "Find a means to reach Allah". The Sadikheen are the best means of
reaching Allah. Without the company of the Sadikheen and Murshideen, the methods for the Love of
Allah and the methods of praying cannot be practised properly. Therefore, Sohabat-e-Sadikheen has
been made obligatory in the Mahdawi tenets.
(S.M.M.,P.89)

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UZLAT-AZ-KHALQ:-

Seclusion is known as UZLAT-AZ-KHALQ. Prior to attainting his Prophet-hood, Prophet Mohammed

(PBUH), used to go to the cave of Hira for meditation. This cave was in a secluded place, on hill not far
from Mecca. It was there, that one night, the first revelation came to him, when he was forty years old.
For total concentration during prayers, it is necessary to keep away from people (Khalq). It is ordained
by Allah in the Quran that, "so remember the name of Allah and devote thyself with a complete
devotion". (Quran-Muzzammil 73-8-"Wazkurisma Rab-bika-wa-Tabbattal Elaihi Tabtila"). For a
seeker of Allah, it is essential to cultivate a great love for Allah (Ishq). Without this love, one cannot
reach Him. Mahdi Maud (AHS) in accordance with Divine orders, made Uzlat-az-Khalq obligatory, so
that the devotee might keep his complete attention constantly towards Allah, by severing contact with
relatives and others. Contact should also be cut with all those whose objective is the pursuit of wealth
and worldly pleasures. The worldly life and its pleasures are a myth. "TABATTUL" means to
relinquish the world, and all material things, in order to seek the favour of Allah in the hereafter, with
complete devotion. This can be accomplished only when seclusion is adopted, Tark-e-Duniya means
leaving the love, lust and passion of the world. These are what make a man commit all sorts of sins,
and unlawful actions. Therefore, one has to abandon the world, and contact with worldly people, and
keep oneself aloof, for total concentration and devotion in meditation. Mahdi Maud (AHS) asked
"What is the attribute required to enable a seeker of Allah to reach Him"? He himself replied, "It is the
Deep Love of Allah". How can one achieve this love of Allah? By constantly keeping the attention of
one's heart towards Allah, without deviation towards others, and keeping oneself away from the Lovers
of the world.
(I.N., P-12)

ZIKR-E-DAWAM:-

Zikr-e-Dawam means the regular and continuous remembrance of Allah. The purpose behind the
advent of Mahdi Maud (AHS) was to preach Divine Love, with the object of achieving the vision of
Allah in this world. One of the primary conditions for the vision of Allah, is the constant ZIKR of
Allah. The Quran says, "Such as remember Allah standing, sitting, and reclining, and consider the
creation of the heavens and the earth, (and say); our Allah; Thou created not this in vain. Glory be to
Thee! Preserve us from the doom of Fire". (G.K. S.3-A 191)

This means that in all situations ZIKR-ULLAH should continue whether a person is standing, sitting or
reclining. In another verse Allah says, "Oh ye who believe! Remember Allah with much
remembrance". (G.K.S. 22-41). This clear Divine order is an essential obligation, not a discretionary
one. In view of these specific Divine orders, Mahdi Maud (AHS), made ZIKR-E-KASEER or ZIKR-E-
DAWAM, one of the most important duties and obligations for his followers. It does not mean only a
formal repetition of the name of Allah, but implies the performance of Zikrullah in a state of utter
absorption in Allah.

In another verse, Allah, said in the Quran, "When ye have performed the act of worship, remember
Allah, standing, sitting and reclining". (G.K. IV-103). This means that Zikr-e-Dawam is to be
continued day and night and not a single breath should pass without ZIKR. The period between dawn
and sun-rise is known as Sultan-ul-Nihar, and the period between Asar to Esha is called Sultan-ul-Lael.
Mahdi Maud (AHS) stressed that the "Recitation of Zikr sitting in a mosque or in some other peaceful
place should not be missed during both these periods. Zikr should purge the hearts of believers. Just as
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LAILAHA ILLALLAH, purge from the heart of the believer, the love of everything except God".
(NMAR 201). If one is oblivious of Allah while eating, drinking or doing any other work, he is
considered to have indulged in an unlawful act. Once, the Ulema enquired of the Mahdi (AHS) if he
had forbidden the acquiring of knowledge. He replied, "I believe in complete obedience to the
injunction given by Prophet Mohammed (PBUH); whatever is not forbidden by the Prophet (PBUH)
cannot be forbidden by me. I have made ZIKR-E-DAWAM obligatory in accordance with the
command of Allah and Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). Anything likely to interfere with ZIKR is
unlawful (Haraam). Be it the acquisition of knowledge, earning a livelihood, mixing with people,
eating or sleeping. Anything which makes people forgetful or heedless of Allah is forbidden". (Nos.
196, 197,198, 201, 202, 203, 206, 207).

ZIKR-E-KHAFI:-

Mahdi Maud (AHS) laid particular stress on Zikr-e-Khafi (concealed recitation). It should follow each
incoming and outgoing breath not allowing a single breath to pass without ZIKR. One should always
be aware of one's breathing, in order to achieve regularity and perfection. This is the best and most
effective type of ZIKR, which is followed by Mahdawis. By ensuring of each breath with the ZIKR, the
purpose of the Mahdawis is to keep the heart constantly towards Allah. The heart gets rest and peace
through Zikrullah. Allah says in the Quran. "Who have believed and whose hearts have rest in the
remembrance of Allah. Verily in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest" This rest for the heart is
the basis for attaining the vision of Allah which is the cherished and ultimate objective of a Momin.
(NMAR-Tawzihat, P. 102). The importance of ZIKRULLAH is further made clear in the Quran where
it says, "Remembrance of Allah is greatest". (G.K.29-45 Ankabooth)

There are no preconditions for the recitation of ZIKRULLAH. It should be practised at all times, and at
every stage of life, whether standing, sitting, or reclining. The constant, regular and devoted practice of
a Zikr-e-Khafi (concealed recitation) alone will create a deep love for Allah in one's heart, which will
ultimately lead one to achieve the vision of Allah. (Deedar-e-Ilahi). (NMAR, P.102 - Tawozihat).

TAWAKKAL:-
TAWAKKAL means that one should have complete trust in Allah, and believe that He alone is the
protector of life, provider of food, and ever watchful of one's actions. Tawakkal (Trust in Allah /
resignation) is also an obligation as per the teachings of Mahdi Maud (AHS) in the light of the Quranic
injunctions. Allah says, "They only are the (true) believers whose hearts feel fear when (the name of)
Allah is mentioned, and when the revelations of Allah are recited unto them they increase their faith.
And who trust in their Allah; who establish worship and spend of that we have bestowed on them.
Those are they who are in truth believers. For them are grades (of honour) with their Allah, and pardon,
and a bountiful provision". (H Quran, Al-Anfal 8 - 2 to 4)

Tawakkal is considered one of the main characteristics of Momin and an essential element of faith.
Allah said in the Quran. "Have trust in Allah, if you are a Momin". (HQ-Al-Imran)

As Tawakkal is a basic element of faith, it becomes obligatory for all Momins. Thus, Mahdi Maud
(AHS) has also made Tawakkal obligatory for each Momin. Regarding food, Allah has said in several
verses, that He alone is the giver of food. For instances, "Lo! Allah! He it is that giveth livehood, the
Allah of unbreakable might". (G.K.51-A 58-P 26-27 Hud).

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Another verse says, "And there is not a beast on the earth but the sustenance thereof dependeth of
Allah." (G.K.11-6 Hud).

Thus it is made clear that Allah alone is the real provider of food for all living beings. There are
varying grades of Tawakkal. After making some effort when one leaves the result to Allah it is an
ordinary grade of Tawakkal. The highest grade is when one surrenders one self to the will of Allah,
without making any effort. One depends only on Allah, and accepts whatever may happen, with grace,
the Tawakkal followed by Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), his pious companions, as well as Mahdi Maud
(AHS) and his companions, was of the highest grade.

Mahdi Maud (AHS) said, that whatever a person earns as per the Shariat, through his legitimate efforts
is Halal-e-Taeb. Halal-e-Tayyab is that which comes suddenly or unexpectedly. Halal is questionable
before God, whereas Halal-e-Tayyab is not. This occupies the highest place in the order of Tawakkal.
In Tawakkal, demanding or asking for anything, is unlawful (Haraam), even if one is in acute distress.
Even in critical situations when some of the followers of the Mahdi (AHS) died due to hunger, there
was not a single instance of a demand being made by them. The following important features of the
Tawakkal, which were followed in Mahdawi Dairas are noted below:-

1. If anyone brought Futuh (unsolicited gifts in the name of Allah) regularly without a break, it was
treated as a fixed income, and refused. (vide 135 NMAR).

2. If the Futuh, sent to the Daira, was earmarked for particular Fuqras, it was refused (vide R. 149, 150,
151 NMAR).

3. If a person from the Daira went to the residence of a rich man, and he was given something for
himself, or for the Daira, it was neither treated as Futuh nor used. It was refused. (vide R. 72, 153
NMAR).

4. If any rich person desired to take a faqeer from the Daira, in order to send Futuh or Ushr he was
refused, and Fuqras were not allowed to go out of Dairas. (vide R. 152, 156 NMAR).

5. If any relative wished to give something on account of the relationship, instead of giving for the sake
of Allah, it was not accepted. (vide R. 157 NMAR).

6. To purchase anything from a Mahdawi merchant with the intention of getting some concession, was
prohibited. Once, when a few Fuqras, bought butter milk from a Mahdawi it was thrown out along with
the pots. (NMAR vide R. 76)

7. Expecting a Futuh, or waiting for it, was considered contrary to Tawakkal. (Vide R. 71 NMAR).

8. Whatever was received in the name of Allah, was to be used, and not stored for the next day. (vide
R. 136 NMAR).

9. It is said that when Bibi Alhadadi (RZ), wife of the Mahdi (AHS) expired, a piece of gold was found
in her damni. Mahdi Maud (AHS) ordered that it should be heated and branded on her forehead,
according to the practice of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). When Miyan Salamullah (RZ), who was
attending to the digging of her grave, heard this, he rushed to the Mahdi (AHS) and swore that the gold
belonged to Bibi Fatima (RZ), her daughter, and not to Bibi Alhadadi (RZ). The Mahdi Maud (AHS)

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gave orders for it to be returned to its owner. He said, "I know Bibi was a 'muttawakkil' and seeker of
Allah". (NMAR, No. 136).

Allah says, "They who hoard up gold and silver and spend it not in the way of Allah, upto them give
tidings (O Mohammed) of a painful doom, on the day when it will (all) be heated in the fire of hell, and
their foreheads and their flanks and their backs will be branded therewith (and it will be said unto
them). Here is that which ye hoarded for yourselves. Now taste of what ye used to hold". (G.K.P.11-A
34-35 Repentance - TAWOBA).

There are also Traditions on this subject, wherein Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) warned that if a person
left behind gold and silver, after his death, he would be branded with the same heated gold and silver in
the hereafter.

Mahdawis were discouraged to earn beyond the level of bare subsistence. Those who earned money
through a profession had to contribute one tenth of their income as USHR, as per the Shariat. Mahdi
Maud (AHS) said that taking up a profession or business was permitted by the Shariat only in so far as
it did not interfere with one's quest for Allah, and did not tempt one to indulge in unlawful pursuits.
The criterion for demarcating the limit was whether there was an aversion to, or love for, material
prosperity and worldly power. If prayers and obedience to the laws of the Shariat resulted in a swing
towards worldly power and authority, the seeker, Mahdi Maud (AHS) held, was doomed to go to hell.
He considered a person covetous of the world, if he wished to enhance his income from one "Cheetal"
one day to two "Cheetals" the next, or indulged in earning a livelihood for three consecutive days. The
Mahdawis believed that "Each new day brings new provisions". Whatever Futuh (a gift given in the
name of Allah), was received, was equally distributed among the Fuqras (inmates of the Daira). Any
tendency to store the Futuh, after it had met the needs of the day, was always discouraged. Under very
extraordinary circumstances, storage was permissible, but only to suffice for two or three times. Many
of them thought it their duty to empty their cooking pots at night of everything, even the salt and flour,
and let them remain upside down. For the love of Allah, Muttawakkaleen Fuqras would forsake their
families, relations and dependents, courting voluntarily the hardships of poverty, hunger and self
mortification. They were required to cease to depend on their family members for the fulfillment of
their basic needs, and to look to Allah even for water or salt. Once Mahdi Maud (AHS), holding bread
in his hands, said "This is a curtain between man and Allah". It was meant to stress that one should not
forget Allah, in one's efforts to earn money for food. Food is not the sole object of a man's life. It is
required only to maintain health and vitality. The purpose of health and vitality is to enable a person to
worship Allah, in order to attain salvation and Divine Light. At the same time, one must not forget to
spread the message of Islam.

One should understand that whatever food one gets, is not the result of one's own puny efforts alone,
because one's resources are limited. Whatever one gets in this world, is due to the grace of Allah.
Taking the instance of an agriculturist, his efforts are limited to ploughing the land and sowing the
seeds, but for a good crop he is dependent on the grace of Allah for favourable seasonal conditions and
timely rains, which are beyond his own powers. Therefore, he should consider a good crop as a gift
from God, rather than due to his own efforts. That will make him realise that his share is fixed by Allah
according to his requirements. Whatever is in excess, belongs to those who have nothing to eat and
wear. Though it legally belongs to him, in fact, it is not meant for him.

Mahdi Maud (AHS) said, "Tawakkal in respect of food, is not the real Tawakkal, because Allah
Himself has promised that the supply of food is His responsibility to one and all under the sun. If you

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have faith in the promise of God you are a Momin, otherwise you are not a Momin. The real Tawakkal
should be in respect of Allah Himself, and your endeavour day and night should be only to see Him".

Mahdi Maud (AHS) made it compulsory for the giver of Futuh, to give in the name of Allah, and for
the recipient to accept it on behalf of Allah, in order to maintain the link between man and the Master
of all the universe. That is why, unless something is given in the name of Allah, it is not accepted by a
Mahdawi. It is essential to maintain the dignity of Tawakkal, so that one does not lose sight of the real
food giver, Allah. The giver should feel no pride for giving, and the recipient should feel no shame for
accepting it as a favour.

TALAB-E-DEEDAR-E-KHUDA:-

The Ulema, asked Mahdi Maud (AHS) "Do you say that in this perishable world Allah can be seen
through the eyes of ordinary mortals?" Mahdi Maud (AHS) said, "Allah is saying this, not I". He
quoted the following verses from the Quran, wherein it is said:-

1. "And whoever hopeth for meeting with his Allah, let him do righteous work, and make no sharer of
the worship due unto his Allah". (G.K.S. 18-A. 110, The Cave).

2. "Who is blind here will be blind in the hereafter, and yet further away from the Road". (G.K.S. 17-A.
72, The Children of Israel).

3. "How! Are they still in doubt about the meeting with their Allah? Lo! is not He surrounding all
things? (G.K.S. 41-A 54).

The Ulema from Herat said, the Ulema Ahle-Sunnat have taken these verses to mean Deedar in the
hereafter. Mahdi Maud (AHS) replied, "The promise of Allah is absolute, it is not restricted, and none
of the Ahle-Sunnat Ulema have ever denied the possibility of Deedar in this world".

When one has faith, and believes in the unitary existence of Allah, it is natural to experience a desire to
see Him. When we hear about the extraordinary qualities and Divine powers of a human dignitary or a
holy person, we develop a great regard for him; we try to learn more about him, and if possible, to have
a look at him during our lifetime. In the same way, when we realise, and acknowledge, the greatness of
Allah, who is omnipotent (all-powerful), omnipresent (all present everywhere) and omniscient (all
knowing), and worship Him with total devotion, it is natural to develop an anxiety to see Him. This
desire is known as Talab-e-Deedar-e-Khuda, which Mahdi Maud (AHS) has declared to be obligatory.
He said that a real Momin is one who has seen Allah with his own eyes, or in his heart, or in a dream. If
he has had no chance to experience even one of these three at least he must develop the deep desire for
this vision, and continue his quest. Only then he will be treated as a 'Momin-e-Hukmi (Momin under
orders)'. (NMAR, No. 188).

Mahdi Maud (AHS) asked, "What is the essential requirement that a man should have, in order to be
able to reach Allah?" He himself replied that, it is Deep Love (Ishq). "How should one achieve this
LOVE?" He answered, "By constantly keeping the attention of the heart towards Allah". (NMAR, No.
189). Progress in the quest for a vision of Allah depends on the quality and intensity of one's practice,
and devotion in one's prayers. Belief in the oneness of Allah (monotheism), regular performance of
Namaaz, observing the fasts Haj and Zakaat are enough for a man to be called a believer and follower
of Allah and His Prophet (PBUH). But to achieve spiritual heights and the vision of Allah, it is

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necessary to develop a Deep Love for Allah, to keep company with the Kamileen and Sadikheen,
besides giving up the pleasures of the worldly life, practising Zikr-e-Dawam, observing Tawakkal and
devotedly worshipping Allah. However, finally the achievement of Deedar-e-Khuda, mainly depends
on the mercy and grace of Allah.

Mahdi Maud (AHS) said that Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) himself, had seen Allah in this abode of
trial (in the world). References are also available from books, wherein sages have recorded having seen
Allah, and no one disbelieved them.

HIJRAT:-
(Immigration)

If the open practice of Islamic religious duties, and the preservation of the religion are not possible at
any place, there are Divine orders to leave that place, and migrate elsewhere. In one Tradition, Prophet
Mohammed (PBUH) has said, "Whoever leaves and migrates to another place, for the sake of the
preservation of the religion, even though it may be short distance away, he will be entitled to go to
Paradise, and will remain there in the company of his father Ibrahim (PBUH), and his Prophet
Mohammed (PBUH)". Allah says, "Lo! As for those whom the angels take (in death) while they wrong
themselves, (the angels) will ask, In what were ye engaged? They will say: we were oppressed in the
land. (The angels) will say: was not Allah's earth spacious that ye could have migrated therein? As for
such, their habitation will be hell, an evil journey's end". (G.K. 4-97 Women). This verse is in respect
of Munafiqeen (hypocrites), and the punishment for non-immigrants is hell. Therefore, migration has
been made obligatory by Mahdi Maud (AHS) under the orders of Allah. 'Migration' has two aspects
external and internal. It may be necessary to physically leave a place (external Hijrat), or one may opt
for Tark-e-Duniya, which is called internal Hijrat. Similarly if a person leaves his home, and goes to
live with his Murshid to acquire the benefit of his company, this is also a form of Hijrat. Thus, the
teachings of Mahdi Maud (AHS), along with external Hijrat, also include internal Hijrat, which
occupies the highest position in the battle against self. (vide Towzhihat NMAR No. 268 P.125).
According to Mahdi Maud (AHS), this does not contradict any of the verses of orders in the Quran.
Hence, Hijrat continues to be an obligation, even today. He looked upon a migrant from Gujarat to
Khurasan, whose heart turned towards his homeland as an unrighteous person. (NMAR, No. 96-97-98-
117).

The property of a deceased immigrant could not be inherited by his successors, if they were living
outside the Daira. In such a case, it was distributed amongst the inmates of the Daira, since they had
left their homes, their families, and worldly affairs, for the sake of Allah, and confined themselves
entirely with the life in the Daira. (NMAR, No.106). This is in keeping with the orders given in the
Quran, and Sunnat. Hazrat Abu Bakar (RZ), the first Caliph of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), refused to
handover the garden of Fidak, owned by the Prophet (PBUH), to his daughter Hazrat Bibi Fatima (RZ),
after his death. Similarly, property left by an inmate of a Daira was not considered personal property,
since all possessions were received in the name of Allah. It was therefore, distributed among the other
inmates of the Daira.

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USHR:-
Ushr is one tenth of a person's income, which is required to be given to the Murshid and needy persons
in the name of Allah. Allah says in the Quran, "O, Ye who believe, spend of the good things which ye
have earned, and of that which we bring forth from the earth for you". (G.K.S. 11-A 267-The Cow).
Even, during Prophet Mohammed's (PBUH) time, Ushr was paid, generally from agricultural produce.
But Mahdi Maud (AHS) made it obligatory to pay USHR, whatever the sources of income, whether
from a profession, or produce or received as a donation, and whatever might be the quantity. All
Mahdawis pay one tenth of their income as USHR, apart from Zakaat, which is a separate obligation in
Islam.

SAWIYAT:-
Mahdi Maud (AHS) said that whatever Futuh (a gift given in the name of Allah) or Ushr was received
in the Daira, should be distributed equally to all the inmates of the Daira. Sawiyat, therefore, implied a
fair and just distribution of the income acquired from all sources, among the inmates of the Daira,
strictly according to individual needs. Each inmate's share was fixed. Nobody could obtain more than
his allotted share. Once, when grapes were received in the Daira at Farah, Miyan Hyder Mahajir (RZ)
put one grape in the mouth of Mahdi Maud's (AHS) son, Miyan Syed Hameed (RZ), Mahdi Maud
(AHS) remarked "The grapes belong to the "Fuqras" of the Daira; why did you give it to the child",
Miyan Mahajir (RZ) requested the Mahdi (AHS) to pardon him. The Hazrat (AHS) told him to seek
forgiveness from all the Fuqras, and then, he removed the grape from the child's mouth. (NMAR No.
141). To ensure equal distribution, sometimes Mahdi Maud (AHS) himself would supervise the
distribution of the "FUTUH". The distributor was not allowed to look at the face of the recipient, lest
he be swayed by some personal consideration. Once Malik Sharfuddin (RZ), who was distributing the
Sawiyat, looked at the person's face, and enquired about his share. Mahdi Maud (AHS) said, "Don't
look at the face of a recipient, ask him with your eyes lowered, so that there is no room for any
consideration". (NMAR, No. 139).

JIHAD (HOLY WAR):-

Mahdi Maud (AHS), said Jihad can be of two types; one is waged against the enemies of Allah, known
as Jihad-e-Asghar, which is fought on a battlefield, with swords and other weapons. The Quran says,
"You fight in the way of Allah with those who want to slaughter you, but don't transgress limits, for
Allah Loveth not transgressors." (H.Q. S. II - 190). The second type of Jihad, known as Jihad-e-Akbar,
is fought within oneself; its weapons are contentment, righteousness, and self-denial. Allah says in the
Quran, "Oh, believers adopt righteousness, seek the favour of Allah and keep on struggling in the way
of Allah, so that you may get salvation". Mahdi Maud (AHS) said Jihad is an obligatory duty for a
Momin, whether it is external or internal. (Al M.M., P. 457)

TAWOBA:-
TAWOBA (Penitence) is obligatory for all believers. The Penitent must seek pardon from Allah,
promising not to commit any more sins in future. Allah says in the Quran, "Oh believers, confess your
sins before Allah and seek His pardon. Those who confess their sins, and reform themselves, and trust
Allah with purity in their faith, will be the associates of believers, who will be rewarded soon". (Al
M.M. P. 457).

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There are two kinds of Tawoba. One is performed when a person is earning his livelihood, and is
physically fit and healthy. The other is performed by a person who has given up worldly pleasures, and
adopted a pious life. Committing worldly sins will be out of the question for him, since he has left the
worldly life. His sins will be of a different nature, such as negligence (Ghaflat) of Allah is unlawful
(Haraam). In such a case he must seek pardon from Allah. Therefore, Tawoba is obligatory for a sinner
whether he is a wage earner or a Tark-e-Duniya Faqeer, and it must be performed soon after the sin is
committed. Only those who confess their sins and seek pardon from Allah will be rewarded in the
hereafter.

Other Beliefs:-
1. Acknowledgement of the Mahdi (AHS):- It must be acknowledged that the advent of the Promised
Mahdi is an accepted belief in Islam, according to the Holy Quran and several Traditions. The belief
that Hazrat Syed Mohammed, son of Syed Abdulla Chishti Jaunpuri (also known as Syed Khan), was
the real Promised Mahdi (AHS), should be accepted with faith and Deep Love. It must be believed that
the Promised Mahdi (AHS) was the Khalifatullah, sent by Allah as the Saviour of the Ummat-e-
Mohammedia, and his was the final Wilayat-e-Mohammedia (Khatim-e-Wilayat-e-Mohammedia).

2. It must be believed that he received fresh sermons from Allah every day, with or without a middle
link, as he has stated. Therefore, his orders and explanations of the Quran and Traditions, were directly
from Allah and anyone refusing to accept these orders, will be punished by Allah.

3. It must be believed that Khatim-e-Nabuwat and Khatim-e-Wilayat have equal status, both being
attributes of the Haqiqat-e-Mohammedi. Nabuwat and Wilayat are the two attributes of Prophet
Mohammed (PBUH). The former is represented by Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), and the latter by
Hazrat Mahdi-e-Maud (AHS).

4. It should be believed that whichever Traditions are in agreement with the sermons, practice, and
disposition (Hal) of Mahdi Maud (AHS), and with the Quran, are correct, otherwise they should be
abandoned.

5. It should be believed that the preaching, practice and disposition of Mahdi Maud (AHS), were in
perfect agreement with the Quran and Sunnat of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH).

6. It should be believed, that the advent of the Mahdi (AHS) was mainly intended for preaching the
commandments of WILAYAT, since the commandments of NABUWAT were already completely
given by Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). It must be also believed that the Bayan-e-Quran (explanation of
the Quran) as per Murad-e-Illahi (desire of Allah) was given by Mahdi Maud (AHS).

7. It must be believed that as stated by the Mahdi (AHS), the real faith (Eman) is Allah himself (Eman
Zaat-e-Khuda Asst.).

8. The Mahdi (AHS) said, that his religion is the following of Kitab-ullah and Rasool-ullah.

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VII

INVITATION TO KINGS
AND
THEIR ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

1. Sultan of Gujarat, Mahmood Beghda:

After making his declaration of Mahdiat at Badli, the Mahdi (AHS) wrote to Mahmood Beghda, Sultan
of Gujarat, inviting him to accept it. In "Risale-Qual-Al-Mahmood", Hazrat Haji Syed Ali (RA) has
recorded this letter, written in Arabic. The English translation is produced hereunder.

"Bandah (a person obedient to Allah) Syed Mohammed Bin Syed Abdullah, in obedience to the
commandment of Allah, has declared himself as Mahdi Maud, Khalifatullah and Khatim-e-Wilayat-e-
Mohammedia. The Book of Allah (Quran) and the Traditions of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) are the
two witnesses for my claim of Mahdiat. I am the Promised Mahdi, who was to appear before the end of
the world, as per a Tradition of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). I am the one who has been mentioned in
the Holy Books. I am he, who under the orders of Allah and his Prophet (PBUH) will call the people
towards Baseerath (Vision of Allah). While making this claim, I am not under the influence of
intoxicants, or in a trance. I am hale and healthy and in full possession of my senses. Allah has given
me the right type of food. I have my family, but I am not dependent on anyone except Allah. I do not
seek property or position, nor am I interested in political power. I consider it superfluous. I have given
up worldly pleasures. Allah has commissioned me to invite people towards Him, and has made it
obligatory to follow me. He, who obeys me, obeys Allah, and he who fails to obey me, fails to obey
Allah. Have faith in me and obey my orders, so that you may get deliverance in the hereafter. If you
disbelieve me, you will be severely punished by Allah. Beware of the torment of the Day, when
mountains will fly like fine sand in the air. You may ascertain the truth of my claim. If I am found to be
wrong, you can tell me. If I refuse to be convinced, you may kill me because wherever I go, I will
preach my tenets, and if, according to you, I am wrong, people will be misguided, and the
consequences will recoil on you. If I am proved correct, follow and assist me. Fear Allah, and
punishment in the hereafter. My Salaam to he who follows this guidance. (Al M.M. P. 387-388)
(A.Q.A.M., P. 28-29).

After writing this letter, he waited for four and a half months at Badhli, but there was no reply from the
Sultan. He also wrote the same letter to other rulers and Ulema. It is stated that Sultan Mahmood
Beghda, who had faith in the Mahdi (AHS), sent this letter to Mullah Moinuddin of Patan. Mullah
Moinuddin sent a group of Ulema to the Mahdi (AHS) with a list of questions, which were
satisfactorily answered by Mahdi Maud (AHS). These questions and their answers have already been
listed earlier. (See Page 33). However, due to jealousy, they misguided the Sultan, and persuaded him
to issue orders for the Ekhraj (exile) of the Mahdi (AHS) from Gujarat. Before receiving these orders
from the Sultan, the Mahdi (AHS) had already received a revelation from Allah, telling him to proceed
to Khurasan.

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2. Sultan Ghiyasuddin Khilji of Mandu:-

Sultan Ghiyasuddin Khilji, son of Sultan Mahmood Khilji, was the King of Mandu, when Imamana
Mahdi Maud (AHS) arrived there. He was a religious-minded and pious king. When the Sultan heard
about the marvelous and illuminating Bayan-e-Quran of Mahdi Maud (AHS) at public meetings, he
sent a messenger to apologize to the Mahdi (AHS) for his inability to meet him personally, on account
of his being under the arrest of his son Naseeruddin, who was ruling the State. Therefore, he requested
the Mahdi (AHS) to send two representatives, so that he might express his inner feelings before them.
The Mahdi (AHS), sent Miyan Syed Salamullah (RZ) (his brother-in-law) and Miyan Abu Bakar (RZ)
(his son-in-law) to the Sultan, who received them with great regard and respect. After he learned from
them about the morals and character of the Mahdi (AHS), and details of his missionary activities, he
acknowledged him as the Promised Mahdi (AHS). He asked them to bear witness to his acceptance,
whenever the Mahdi (AHS) openly declared his Mahdiat. He requested them to convey his regards and
respects to him, and the fact that he had acknowledged him. He also asked them to convey the Mahdi
(AHS), his requests; his blessings for Allah's approval for having lived under oppression, for ending it
with faith, and for the death of a martyr. The Mahdi (AHS) said that all his three desires were approved
by Allah.

3. Ahmed Nizam Shah, Burhan Nizam Shah, Ismail Nizam Shah, Kings
of Ahmednagar:-
When the Mahdi (AHS) arrived in Ahmednagar in 900 H., Ahmed Nizam Shah was the ruler and
construction of the Bagh-e-Nizam fort was in progress. When the Sultan heard about the Mahdi
(AHS)'s piety, and the popularity of his Quranic lectures, he became anxious to see Mahdi Maud
(AHS). He had long cherished a desire for a son. On his way to see him, he thought that if the Mahdi
Maud (AHS) was a great Wali, he should know his desire. When he reached there the Mahdi (AHS)
was reciting the Bayan-e-Quran. During the Bayan, he gave some useful suggestions to the Sultan, and
after finishing the Bayan he gave him his pan PASKHURDA and said that both the Sultan and his
Malika should take it. It was given without the Sultan having expressed his desire for a son. By the
grace of Allah, the Sultan was favoured with the birth of a son, who succeeded him to the throne, as
Burhan Nizam Shah. Both father and son remained devoted Mahdawis throughout their lives.

Burhan Nizam became the disciple of Hazrat Shah-e-Nimath (RZ), the third Khalifa of the Mahdi
(AHS). He invited the companions, Muhajireen the Tabayeen of Mahdi Maud (AHS), such as Shah
Nimath (RZ), Shah Nizam (RZ) and Shah Dilawar (RZ) etc. From Gujarat to Ahmednagar, during the
reign of Burhan Shah, a large number of Mahdawis settled down in Chichond, Ahmednagar and
Daulatabad.

Being a faithful devotee of the Mahdi (AHS), the king also had great respect and regard for his family
members. Thus, he offered his daughter Fatima Begum in marriage, to Syed Miranji (RA) Bin Syed
Hameed (RZ) Bin Mahdi (AHS), which was reluctantly approved by Hazrat Bibi Malkan (RZ), wife of
Mahdi Maud (AHS). She was afraid, because the grandson of the Mahdi (AHS) might not indulge in
worldly luxury or go against the traditions of his forefathers. However, with the consent of all the
Muhajireen, the marriage was performed in Ahmednagar.

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The Sultan used to attend the Bayan-e-Quran sessions of the companions of the Mahdi (AHS). He
received "Basharat-e-Eman (good news of his Eman)" from Shah-e-Dilawar (RZ), fifth Khalifa of the
Mahdi (AHS). He died in the year 961 H, after ruling the State for 47 years.

Ismail Nizam shah, son of Burhan Nizam Shah, who was the next ruler became a devoted Mahdawi
after overcoming some internal family troubles. Jamal Khan Mahdawi was his trusted commander,
controlling all military operations. The King recruited thousands of Mahdawi soldiers for his forces.
There were nearly ten thousand Mahdawi soldiers in his army, who took part boldly and courageously
in all the military operations during his regime. A number of them were also awarded high positions in
the administration of the State.

4. Zubdat-ul-Mulk, Ruler of Jaloor:-

Zubdat-ul-Mulk Malik Usman Khan, son of Malik Hasan Khan, was a Lohani Pathan. His forefathers,
who were rulers of Bihar during the period of the Toghlakhia Kings conquered Jaloor and overthrew
the Rajput King. When Hasan Khan died, his second son, Malik Usman Khan, titled Zubdat-ul-Mulk,
became the ruler after his elder brother Malik Salar Khan had ruled for a brief period. Zubdat-ul-Mulk
was said to be a very pious, generous and brave ruler.

When the Mahdi (AHS) arrived in Jaloor in 906 or 907 H, and started preaching and his Bayan-e-
Quran, he became very famous. Zubdat-ul-Mulk also attended his Bayan-e-Quran, and after duly
ascertaining his claim, accepted him as the Promised Mahdi (AHS), and became his disciple.

5. Shah Beg Arghun-Governor of Qandhar:-

When Mahdi Maud (AHS) reached Qandhar, Shah Beg Arghun was the Governor, appointed by Mirza
Sultan Hussain Bin Mansoor of Khurasan. Soon, the Mahdi (AHS) became very popular on account of
his Bayan-e-Quran. The Ulema were jealous and persuaded the ruler to summon the Mahdi (AHS), in
order to examine his claim. Therefore, he invited the Mahdi (AHS) to Jamia Masjid, and after listening
to his Bayan-e-Quran, he was deeply impressed and accepted him as the Promised Mahdi (AHS). All
those present, including the Ulema, who had come with him, also acknowledged the Mahdi (AHS), and
became his followers. For details, please refer to page (41).

6. Mir Zun-Nun, Governor of Farah:-

When the Mahdi (AHS) arrived at Farah, he camped at Sara-e-Haji Malik Sikandar on the outskirts of
Farah. For details of Mir Zun-Nun's becoming a disciple of Hazrat Mahdi Maud (AHS), please refer to
pages (62 to 64).

7. Sultan Husain Mirza of Khurasan:-

The Sultan was a learned and religious minded King. He was a great patron of the Ulema. It is stated
that during his period there were nearly 1200 Ulema and Masha-e-kheen in his capital, Herat. He used
to hold regular discussions with the Ulema. When he received the report from Mir Zun-Nun, the
Governor of Farah, regarding the arrival and claim of the Mahdi (AHS), he sent a group of selected
Ulema for further information. When the Ulema reported that they were convinced of the truth of the
Mahdi's (AHS) claim, he acknowledged his Mahdiat and became his disciple. (Pl. see page 46).

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UMARA (Nobles):-
Beside these Rulers, a number of great nobles and courtiers acknowledged the Mahdi (AHS) and
became his followers. The names of a few of them are noted here:

1. Faraad-ul-Mulk and Saleem Khan: These nobles were highly trusted by the Sultan of Gujarat.

During Mahdi Maud's (AHS) stay at Jamia Masjid in Chapaneer, he became very famous on account of
his Bayan-e-Quran and paskhurda. Large numbers attended his lecturers. Sultan Mahmood Beghda of
Gujarat sent two of his trusted nobles Farhad-ul-Mulk and Saleem Khan to the Mahdi (AHS) for more
information about him. When they arrived, the Mahdi (AHS) was reciting the Bayan-e-Quran. After
hearing it, they were deeply impressed and became his disciples.

2. Begum Raj-e-Muradi and Begum Raj-e-Soon, the two sisters of the Sultan, after duly ascertaining
the truth of the Mahdi's (AHS) claim became his disciples. Similarly, Fateh Khan, the Sultan's nephew,
who was one of his nobles, also became his follower.

3. Notable among the other nobles of the Sultan, who became his disciples were, Malik Husain Sar
Andaz Khani, Malik Abdul Lateef Sherza Khani, Malik Fakhruddin Qatlu Khani, Malik Sharfuddin,
Jagirdar of Sudrasan, Malik Alahadad (RZ), Khaliph-e-Guroh bin Malik Ahmed, Malik Bakhan Malik
Hummad bin Malik Ahmed etc., all hailing from Gujarat. Mubazirul Mulk Malik Naseeruddin,
Governor of Patan, who was a very courageous general, and a great noble, also became his disciple.

4. In Sind, Darya Khan, Commander-in-Chief of Jam Nanda, the ruler of Thatta's army also became
the Mahdi's (AHS) disciple.

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VIII

MIRACLES
There were innumerable Miracles associated with Mahdi Maud (AHS) from even before his birth to the
end of his life in this world. Miracles are supernatural events, attributed to Prophets (PBUT). They
were also attributed to the Mahdi (AHS), as he was the Khalifatullah (Caliph of Allah) like the
Prophets (PBUT), and Khatim-e-Wilayat-e-Mohammedia. The purpose of miracles is to furnish
irrefutable proof of the Prophet's (PBUH) claim. A person who has witnessed a miracle would not be
able to exhibit a similar example, or to contradict the same with valid reasons. To witness a miracle is
in itself a valid proof of the miracle.

1. Prophet Mohammed's (PBUH) greatest miracle to prove his Nabuwat (prophethood) was the Quran,
which was revealed to him. Similarly, the greatest miracles of the Mahdi (AHS) were his Bayan-e-
Quran and Deedar-e-Khuda (vision of Allah). Allah had said in the Quran, "Summa-inna-aalaina
Bayanahu (The Real explanation of the Quran will come from us)". The Mahdi (AHS) said, "This verse
is regarding me. My Bayan-e-Quran (Explanation of the Quran) is always based directly on what I
learn from Allah".

Shaikh Abul Fazal in his 'Aaeen-e-Akbari' says, regarding the Bayan-e-Quran of the Mahdi (AHS),
"The influence of his Bayan-e-Quran was so tremendous that the audience would be spellbound, and
some of them would lose consciousness. When he explained the Quran before thousands of people, the
brightness of the supernatural light on his face, was enough to make them Tremble in their hearts. Each
word coming out of his mouth, being the inspired expression of Quran would leave a deep impression
on the hearts of his listeners." (Al M.M. P. 403).

The miracle of his voice was that, the people who were sitting far away from him, would be able to
hear it as well as those sitting very close to him. Deeply impressed by his Bayan-e-Quran, hundred and
thousands of people would decide to accept Tark-e-Duniya and became his followers.

2. His claim regarding "Deedar-e-Khuda" in this world could not be challenged. However, the Ulema
of Gujarat became jealous, and tried to have a fatwa (religious order) passed for his death. When it was
given to Moulana Mohammed Raj, a great Alim and teacher of his day to sign, he refused, and asked
the Ulema, "Have you acquired knowledge, only to pass a fatwa of death for a Syed?"

The Ulema, who had been sent by Sultan-e-Khurasan, asked Mahdi Maud (AHS) to produce witnesses
to vouch for his having seen Allah. He pointed to his right, and to his left, and said that Mohammed
Rasoolullah (PBUH) and Prophet Ibrahim Khaleelullah (PBUH) were standing there as witnesses. Shah
Nizam (RZ) and Shah Dilawar (RZ) as per the shariat, were the two other witnesses. Seeing this, the
Ulema of Khurasan announced, 'O, Ameer-e-Ameeran (Leader of leaders) and Peer-e-Peeran (Saint of
saints), your word alone is enough for us". They told Shaikh-ul-Islam of Khurasan that Syed
Mohammed was 'one of the symbols of Allah". (For details please read pages 46). (vide Al M.M. P.
345).

A number of other Ulema and historians, both Mahdawi and non-Mahdawi, have admitted that he was
a great Wali-e-Allah. Shah Wali-ullah Dehlavi has stated "Syed Mohammed was an Alim-e-Haq (Alim
of God) and Wasil-Billah (having utter communion with Allah)". (Al M.M. P. 404).

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A few of the miracles, which occurred at the time of his birth, have been described earlier. Those
miracles, not so far mentioned, are briefly described below:

3. A dry stick was planted in the earth by Mahdi-e-Maud (AHS), and it grew into a green plant. One
day, Bandagi Miyan Syed Salamullah (RZ) asked the Mahdi (AHS) that according to a saying by the
Ulema, one of the symbols of the Mahdi (AHS), would be that, he would turn dried trees into green
ones. At that time, the Mahdi (AHS) was using a Miswak (a softened stick for cleaning, the teeth). He
planted it in the ground, and at once it turned into a green plant with leaves. He then told Miyan
Salamullah (RZ), "The meaning behind this saying was, that dried up hearts would be enlightened by
the Mahdi".

4. Like Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), he did not have a "Sayah (Shadow)". After seeing this miracle, a
number of people acknowledged him as the Mahdi (AHS).

5. Anyone who kissed or shook his hand would enjoy the fragrance of his body for several days. His
fragrance would linger in the air for a long time, wherever he went. The instance of Bandagi Miyan
Shah Dilawar (RZ) smelling, and following his fragrance from Danapur, hundreds of miles away from
Ahmedabad, where the Mahdi was, has been stated earlier.

6. No fly would sit on his body. A number of people acknowledged him as the Mahdi (AHS), on seeing
this miracle.

7. Wherever he went, he recited the Bayan-e-Quran in the language of the local people. This miracle of
knowing all the languages of the world was given by Allah to all His Prophets (PBUT) and Messengers
(PBUT).

8. Mahdi Maud (AHS) declared that if anybody had any doubts regarding his Mahdiat, he could keep
the Tawarate, Bible, Zaboor and Quran in front of him, and compare his oral reading of the Books. If
any mistake was found, then he should not be believed to be the Promised Mahdi (AHS). This was a
clear miracle, and a perfect Hujjat (proof) of his Mahdiat.

9. When the Mahdi (AHS) approached within forty miles of any city, the residents would know about
his arrival in advance and the news would spread that Mahdi Maud (AHS) was coming. The sound of
"Haza Mahdi (this is Mahdi)" would be heard from all the trees and stones lying on his way, by pious
people.

10. Mahdi Maud (AHS) would be able to tell the name or ancestry of a person without prior
knowledge. He told the names not only of Malik Bakkhan (RZ) and Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ), but
also a number of other people. Any newcomer meeting him, witnessed this miracle.

11. Any person, however big tyrant or mischievous ruler, when he met Mahdi Maud (AHS), would
bow his head and become his follower. The examples of the Raja of Jaisalmer, Shah Beg Ameer-e-
Qandhar and Mir Zun-Nun have already been given.

12. When he started on his journey to Khurasan, he was told that for miles together water would not be
available; but, by the grace of Allah clouds would appear from time to time, and there would be heavy
rainfall. Throughout the long journey, there was no scarcity of water, wherever he stopped.

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13. During the journey, wherever he camped at night, a copper wall was mysteriously erected all
around the Daira. One night, Miyan Hyder Mahajir (RZ) wanted to go out in search of his horse, but he
could not find an exit anywhere. Next day, when he brought this to Mahdi Maud's (AHS) notice, he
said, "Wherever we camp at night, Allah erects a copper wall all round the Daira, therefore no one
should think of going out, till the advent of dawn."

14. One day, when the Mahdi (AHS) went for a bath in the Sabarmathi river, he asked a stranger who
was also bathing there, to massage his back. He came, and did this. Then, the Hazrat (AHS) told him to
sit down, so that he might also massage his back in turn. When Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) put his hand on
the man's back, the latter lost consciousness, and was exposed to mysterious happenings.

15. In Mecca, during the circumambulation of the Kabatullah the Mahdi (AHS) asked Bandagi Miyan
Shah Nizam (RZ). "What are you seeing now, which is different from your previous visit?" He
answered, "Miranji, at that time I only saw the Kabatullah, without its' master, but now, I am seeing it
with its master." Hazrat Mahdi (AHS) again enquired, "Do you see anything else?" He replied, "Yes.
The Kabatullah is circumambulating around Miranji (Mahdi-e-Maud) (AHS)".

16. One day, in Farah, the Mahdi (AHS) was reciting the Bayan-e-Quran, between Namaaz-e-Asar and
Namaaz-e-Maghrib. A party of Jinnath which was passing by stopped to listen. After the Bayan-e-
Quran they came to see the Mahdi (AHS), and acknowledged his Mahdiat. A similar miracle had
occurred with Prophet Mohammed (PBUH).

17. Mahdi Maud (AHS), prior to his demise, offered Namaaz-e-Vitar (last prayer in namaaz-e-Isha)
after the performance of Namaaz-e-Jumma (Friday) in the Jamia-Masjid in Farah. Several Ulema and
others were present. One great Alim observed "If he is indeed Mahdi Maud (AHS), he will not come to
the next Namaaz-e-Jumma. I have read that Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) also performed the Namaaz-
e-Vitar one Jumma, and passed away before the next". Miraculously, the Mahdi (AHS) also passed
away before the next Jumma.

18. After the demise of Mahdi Maud (AHS), when the coffin (janaza) was ready, a dispute arose
between the people of Farah and of Reich, regarding the place of his burial. The people from Farah
wanted him to be burried in Farah, since he had been residing there, and had also expired in the same
place. The people of Reich argued, on the other hand, that he used to go there for the Namaaz-e-
Jumma, and was always very kind to them, therefore, they said, he should be buried in Reich. Both
parties remained adamant, and swords were drawn for a bloody fight. At this stage, both Hazrat Syed
Mahmood (RZ) and Hazrat Syed Khundmeer (RZ) intervened, and said that the two parties need not
fight. As the successors of the Mahdi (AHS), they had the right to decide the place of burial. They said
that the Mahdi (AHS) would be buried at a place of his own choosing. When the coffin reached a spot
which was equidistant from Farah and Reich, it became so heavy, that nobody had the strength to move
it further. The people saw this miracle, and were convinced that the burial was destined to take place at
that central spot. They all agreed to this, and built the Roza (Tomb) there.

19. The Mahdi (AHS) recited the Bayan-e-Quran, according to direct teachings received from Allah,
without the means of an Angel. Sultan Mirza Husain of Herat sent a learned party of Ulema along with
Mullah Ali Fayaz, to record his Bayan-e-Quran in writing. During the Bayan-e-Quran, all the four
Ulema recorded the Bayan but at the end, when they compared their notes, they found that none of
them tallied. They were surprised, and placed the matter before the Mahdi (AHS). After perusing the

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records, he said that he had never recited it, as it was in the written version. Once again when he
repeated his Bayan, the Ulema were surprised, and apologized for recording the Bayan-e-Quran. They
admitted their mistake in trying to record the same. This showed that the miraculous Bayan-e-Quran
directly revealed by Allah to His Khalifatullah, Mahdi Maud (AHS) as per Muradullah (the will of
Allah) could not be put into writing using ordinary words. It was just like the revelation of the Quran,
made to Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) by Allah. If it has been possible to record the Bayan-e-Quran, it
would have become another Quran (or a true version of the Quran). Therefore, to ask for a written
version of the Bayan-e-Quran by the Mahdi (AHS) would have been an imprudent demand.

20. The most outstanding miracle was the battle of Badr-e-Wilayat, which was the last "Hujjat" (proof)
of the Mahdiat of Mahdi Maud (AHS). This has already been described in the earlier pages. Please vide
pages (62 to 64). The victory on the first day of Bandagi Miyan Khundmeer (RZ) and his sixty
insufficiently armed Fuqras, against the well-equipped large army of the Sultan-e-Gujarat, was a
miraculous victory. On the second day, the martyrdom of Bandagi Miyan Khundmeer (RZ) and his
followers, provided valid proof of the truth of Mahdi Maud's (AHS) prophecy, and also completed the
Hujjat-e- Mahdiat. (Sh.W – P. 405 to 425).

21. One day, one of the Mahdi's (AHS) teeth fell out. Bibi Alhadadi (RZ), considering it sacred, wanted
to preserve it, but her brother Miyan Salamullah (RZ) opposed her, and also wanted it to keep with him
as a Tabarruk (benediction). The Mahdi (AHS) told them "Do not quarrel, the tooth is light, and light
will not remain departed". Later, Bibi Alhadadi (RZ) wrapped the holy tooth in a cloth, put it in a box,
and locked it. After a few days, when she opened the box, the tooth had disappeared. (NMAR No. 283).

22. One day the Mahdi (AHS) was reciting the Bayan-e-Quran. One Alim, said that the same meaning
was not to be found in the Books of Tafaseer (commentaries). The Hazrat (AHS) said, "Whether it is
found in the Books of Tafaseer or not, is it not as per the rules of Arabic language". The Alim
answered, "It is, but if it is in Tafaseer, it would be more convincing and believable". The Hazrat
(AHS) asked him to bring his Book of Tafaseer for his perusal. The alim went and read it once again,
but he could not find that meaning. So, he brought the book, and placed that page before the Mahdi
(AHS). When the Mahdi (AHS) put his finger on the margin of that page, and asked him to read the
Tafaseer, he found the meanings given by the Mahdi (AHS) were written there. He was amazed. He fell
on his feet and acknowledged him as the Promised Mahdi (AHS). After seeing this miracle a number of
other people in the gathering, also acknowledged Mahdi Maud (AHS). (NMAR - P. R. No. 293).

23. After the demise of the Mahdi (AHS), all his companions resolved to leave the city, because the
soul of the Mahdi (AHS) told them that a catastrophe was going to occur there. Therefore, they all left
the place. After they had left, a big catastrophe as predicted by the Mahdi's (AHS) soul took place in
the city. (NMAR - R. No. 300).

24. Mahdi Maud (AHS) in his last moments said, "If anyone has any doubts about my Mahdiat, he
should look for my body, after it is placed in the grave. If it is found there, then I was not Mahdi Maud
(AHS)". At the time of burial, when the body was placed in the grave, Hazrat Syed Mahmood (RZ)
opened the shroud, and found it empty. This miracle was seen by all the Sahabis and Muhajireen who
found that the prophecy of the Mahdi (AHS) had come true. This was the most astonishing Miracle,
which finally established the "Hujjat" (proof) of his Mahdiat.

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XI

LAST DAYS AND DEMISE

Events preceding the Demise of the Mahdi (AHS):-
When the Mahdi (AHS) attained the age of 63 years at Farah, he learnt from Allah that he would be
leaving this world the same year, and that he would also be buried there. Earlier, Bandagi Miyan
Dilawar (RZ) was also given an indication to this effect, in his dream. He informed the Mahdi (AHS),
who confirmed it.

It is said that the Mahdi (AHS) used to go occasionally to Reich, near Farah, for prayers on Fridays.
When he went to the Jama Masjid in Reich, for prayers on his last Friday, he stopped for a while at one
particular place on the way. When his companions asked the reason for his halt, he replied that it had
been revealed to him, that it was going to be a sacred place. After his passing away from this world he
was laid to rest there, and his Rauzah (mausoleum) was built on the same spot. Thereby the place
became sacred.

After performing his Friday prayers, he changed his usual routine and performed the prayer of VITAR
(Last prayer after Narnaaz-e-Esha) loudly. On seeing this, Mullah Ali Faiyaz started weeping. When
the Mahdi (AHS) asked him why he was weeping, he said, "The sun of Wilayet is likely to set shortly".
He also said that he had read a Hadith saying that Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), had also performed the
VITAR prayer after his last Friday prayers. Performing the Namaaz-e-Vitar on the last Friday of his
life, was no doubt, an open declaration that he would not be alive to perform the Namaaz-e-Jumma on
the coming Friday. His knowing in advance the time of his passing away, and acting in exactly the
same way as Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) was an extra ordinary phenomenon and could not have
happened to anyone but a Khalifatullah. This fact itself is a solid proof for anyone to accept the Mahdi
(AHS) as the promised Mahdi. Moulana Mahmood (RZ), Mouiana Abdul Shakoor (RZ), and Moulana
Guul (RZ), who were there, held the same view, and asked the Mahdi (AHS) Questions regarding his
father’s name, day of birth, day of declaration and how long he had been preaching. He told them that
his father’s name was Syed Abdullah, both the day of birth and day of declaration were Mondays, and
he had been preaching for 23 years. With this similarity to Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) they were
convinced that he was the real Mahdi (AHS), and became his disciples.

Immediately after his return from the Masjid, he developed fever. He summoned all his followers and
recited the verse from the Quran saying that, "This day I have perfected for you, your faith and
completed my favour upon you, and I am well pleased with Islam as your religion". (The Holy Quran 5
- 3). This again, was the same verse which had been recited by Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), during
his address on his last Haj. After listening to the Mahdi’s (AHS) bayaan, his companions were alarmed,
and took it as an indication of his leaving this world. His illness was becoming more severe day by day.

LAST DAYS:-
When his last moments arrived, he called all his companions and followers and said, "Whoever comes
into this world, one day he has to leave it. Even the Khatim-e-Nabi, could not remain. I will also be not

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here. Whatever I have preached was according to the orders of Allah, as revealed to me by Him. My
duty was to preach and practise, which I have done. Now it will be your responsibility to put what I
have taught you into action. If you fail to act, you will repent". Hearing these words, all those present,
felt great grief and anguish, and started weeping. The Mahdi (AHS) said, "Your grief is natural. Those
who passed away before me, were lucky, those who are left behind me, have to carry the burden".
Then, looking towards the sky he prayed, "Oh! Allah, I entrust all of them to You, take them in Your
custody and protection." Then he turned towards his followers and said, "Brothers! There is no "FANA
(mortality)" for Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) and for Mahdi Maud himself, they only move from one
home to another. If any of you still have any doubt regarding my Mahdiat and want to test it, look for
me after my body is placed in the grave. If you find my body there, know that I was not the Mahdi. So
long as you follow my objectives and teachings, I am with you. When you forget to remember Allah,
and to seek the vision of Allah, which are the fundamentals to my teachings; when you fall prey to the
luxuries of the worldly life; when you stop despising wealth and worldly possessions; when you are
courted by worldly rich people; when you are no longer opposed to, or troubled by them; when you
become victim to your own inordinate desires; then think that I am no longer with you, and that will be
the proper time for weeping. But I hope, Insha-Allah that the Mahdi and Mahdawis will continue to
exist till the last day of the world". Then he wished them all good-bye by saying, "As-salamu-alaikum",
and all of them dispersed.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO SAYEDAIN:-

Thereafter, he called Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ) and Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ) to him, and
gave them special instructions. He told Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ), his first caliph, to look after all the
Ahl-e-Baith, and Muhajireen. He said, "All my followers are like coal in a fire, some are fully bright,
some half-lighted, and some have caught little fire. Those who are half-completed will be completed in
the company of Bhai Syed Mahmood (RZ) and by his teachings".

He said Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ) would be responsible for the attribute of "QAATALOO-wa-
QUTILOO (fight to slay or be slain)" on his (the Mahdi's AHS) behalf. He asked Miyan Syed
Khundmeer (RZ) to go to Gujarat after his demise, because the battle would take place in Gujarat.

It is said that, at that time Mehdi Maud (AHS) was with Bibi Buwanji (RZ), and wanted to move to the
room of Bibi Malkan (RZ) as per his schedule. In view of his weakness, Bibi Malkan (RZ) and his
companions requested him to remain in the same room, since it was comparatively more comfortable.
He refused, and said, "You are showing consideration for me, but not giving due regard to the Shariat".
Thereupon, he got up, and was taken to the room of Bibi Malkan (RZ). There, he lay down on a leaf
mat, keeping his head in Miyan Ameen Mohammed's (RZ) lap, thereby proving to be a true follower of
the Sunnat-e-Nabawi till-his last moment.
(S.M.M., PP. 71 -75)

DEMISE:-
On nineteenth Ziqada, 910 Hijri, Thursday (or Monday, as per another version) when he was lying in
Bibi Malkan (RZ)'s room at the time of the chaasth prayers (at 11 AM) with his head in Miyan Syed
Khundmeer's (RZ) lap, he recited the verse saying, "Say: This is my Way: I call on Allah with sure
knowledge (Basirath-Vision of Allah), I and whosoever followeth me (Mahdi AHS). Glory be to Allah!
And I am not of the idolaters (Mushrikeen)". (S-12-108). He also said "We are both (the Prophet
PBUH and himself) not from the Mushrikeen (idolaters)". Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ) desired Miyan
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Syed Mahmood (RZ), to get a clarification of the word Mushrikeen, in a soft tone. Immediately, Mahdi
Maud (AHS) opened his eyes and clarified, "Brother Syed Khundmeer (RZ), whosoever saw Allah
confined, he is a Mushrik," and continued "now I am resting, all should observe silence". He covered
his body from head to foot with a sheet. After a while, when Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ), put his
hand on his chest, he found that he had passed away, and announced, "Razaina-bi-qazai-illahi inna
lillahi wa inna illaihi Rajioon (We bow to the will of Allah, we come from Allah, and go back to
Allah)". All the Ahl-e-Baith, and his followers were plunged into deep grief. At that time, Miran Syed
Mahmood (RZ), not only controlled his own grief, but also consoled all the Ahl-e-Baith and followers.

A few chronograms of his demise are:-

1. Maza MAHDI-910 H (AL-BADAUNI P. 421 - Vol. I).
2. Imam-e-Zamana Amad-o-Raft 910 H.
3. Mahdi Maud Aamud-o-Raft-910 H.
4. Tumma Ishq-910 H.
5. Khundmeer-910 H.
(Al.M.M.,P.370)

The chronogram of the demise of Mahdi (AHS) 910 H was astonishingly the same chronogram found
in letters of the word "Khundmeer (910)". This rare combination of both the chronograms is a clear
indication of the manifestation of deep oneness of the virtuous selves of Mahdi (AHS) and Miyan Syed
Khundmeer (RZ). This also proves the attainment of saer-e-wilayat, absorption in the virtuous self of
Mahdi (AHS) by Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ) as well as being his (Mahdi’s) Badl-e-Zath (Substitute
of self), who completed the fourth attribute of "QAATALOO-WA-QUTILOO (fight to slay or be
slain)" in the battle.

BURIAL:-
The body was taken to the Masjid, and given a ritual bath. When the coffin was ready, a dispute arose
between the people of Farah and Reich about the place of burial. The people of Farah argued that he
had been residing in Farah and also expired there, whereas the people of Reich claimed that he was
going there to perform the Namaaz-e-Jumma, and was very kind to them. Both parties remained
adamant, and swords were drawn for a battle. At that point, both the Sayedain, Hazrat Syed Mahmood
(RZ) and Hazrat Syed Khundmeer (RZ) intervened, and said that the parties need not fight amongst
themselves. As the successors of the Mahdi (AHS), only they had the right to decide the place of burial.
They said that his burial would take place at the place of his choice. When the coffin reached a central
point between Farah and Reich, it became so heavy, that no one had the strength to move it further.
When the people saw this miracle, they were convinced that the burial was destined to take place at that
spot. They were happy that miraculously justice had been done, to the satisfaction of both the parties.
The funeral prayers were performed by Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ) at the old Idgah of Farah.

DISAPPEARANCE OF THE BODY:-

After placing the body in the grave, Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ) reminded the followers about Mahdi
Maud's (AHS) words, that "If anyone wants to test the truth of my Mahdiat, he should look for my
body after placing it in the grave". Accordingly, when they looked for the body, the shroud was found
empty, and the body had disappeared. All those present seeing the empty shroud (Kafan), were greatly
astonished at the miraculous disappearance of the body, and acknowledged that the Mahdi's (AHS)
prophecy had come true.
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According to one account, when Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ) came out, after having placed his father's
body in the grave, his face had undergone a change, and had become quite similar to the face of the
Mahdi (AHS). After the burial, all his companions and Muhajireen were plunged into deep grief. In
their sorrow said repeatedly that, "MAHDI MAUD (AHS) is no longer with us, we have been deprived
of his divine presence". Bandagi Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ) consoled them, and pointing towards
Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ), he said, "Brothers, look here, Sani-e-Mahdi Maud is here with us".
Everyone looked at him and found to their surprise that the face and features of Miran Syed Mahmood
(RZ) had become exactly like Mahdi Maud's (AHS). Henceforth, he was known as SANI-E-MAHDI.
(Al. M.M., P 368).

The return of his Companions from Farah to Gujarat:-

Within a week of the passing away of the Mahdi (AHS), Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ) was divinely
instructed by The soul of Mahdi (AHS) to proceed to Gujarat. It was the will of Allah that he should be
there, since the fight to slay and be slain was going to take place in Gujarat. Hazrat Syed Mahmood
(RZ), said that he, too, had received the same revelation, and so he allowed him to go. Bandagi Miyan
(RZ) left Farah for Gujarat at once, whereas Hazrat Bandagi Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ), stayed on at
Farah, along with the followers of Hazrat Imamana (AHS), for a period of one year. During this period,
he continued the mission of Hazrat Mahdi Maud (AHS), by preaching the tenets of Mahdiism, and
giving the Bayan-e-Quran. The result was a further increase in the number of followers. He left Farah
for Gujarat, when he was advised by Mahdi Maud's (AHS) soul, that a tyrant was going to invade the
place. Only a few companions of Mahdi Maud (AHS), namely Allama Sadruddin (RZ), Mullah Ali
Faiyaz (RZ), Mullah Durwesh Harvi (RZ), Mullah Haji Farhi (RZ) and Mullah Mohammed Zahid
(RZ), remained in Farah. (Sawane Mahdi Maud, P. 78). Mullah Durwesh Harvi (RZ), who was a great
Alim, wrote a number of books proving the claim of the Mahdiat, which became very famous in those
cities.

Within a few months of the departure of Hazrat Syed Mahmood Sani-e-Mahdi (RZ) to Gujarat, Ismail
Shah Safvi, who belonged to the Imamia (Shia) sect, and was a strong opponent of the Ahle-Sunnat
came to power, and destroyed a number of sacred places. He sent a troop of 500 soldiers to destroy the
tomb of Hazrat Mahdi Maud (AHS), but all of them died in a mysterious storm which blew up, and
thus failed in the attempt. Subsequently, in 980 H Sultan Khasim Iraqi had his capital in Farah. He laid
the foundations for the construction of a large mausoleum over the grave of Mahdi Maud (AHS) with
great devotion and respect, which was completed during the reign of Sultan Yagan. This mausoleum
still exists.

Wives and descendants:-

The Mahdi's (AHS) first wife, Bibi Alhadadi (RZ), was the daughter of his uncle, Syed Jalaluddin. He
married her in Jaunpur in 866H, when he was nineteen years old. She had two sons, Syed Mahmood
Sani-e-Mahdi (RZ) and Syed Ajmal (RZ). Hazrat Syed Ajmal (RZ) died when he was a child. They had
two daughters, Bibi Khunza (RZ) who married Syed Abubakar (RZ) and Bibi Fatima (RZ) who
married Malik Burhanuddin (RZ). After his death, she married Hazrat Syed Khundmeer Siddiq-e-
Wilayat (RZ).

The Mahdi's (AHS) second wife was the daughter of the Raja of Kalpi, who recovered her senses, on
taking the Paskhurda given by the Imamana (AHS). Pleased at the recovery of his daughter, the Raja
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offered her to Hazrat Imamana (AHS). On the insistence of Bibi Alhadadi (RZ), she was married to
him. She was then given the name of Bibi Bhika (RZ).

Hazrat Mahdi Maud (AHS) married Bibi Malkan (RZ) the daughter of Miyan Lad-Shah Mahajir Patani
(RZ) who belonged to the Bayani tribe after the passing away of Hazrat Bibi Alhadadi. She bore him
one son and one daughter, namely Syed Hameed (RZ), and Bibi Hadaitullah (RZ). The latter was given
in marriage to Moulana Abul-Fatah (RZ), a descendant of Hazrat Abu Bakar (RZ). He was one of the
great Alims of his time.

The fourth wife of Hazrat Imamana (AHS) was Bibi Buwan (RZ). She was a descendant of Hazrat
Khaja Moinuddin Chishti (RA). She had only one son, Syed Ibrahim (RZ).

The Mahdi's (AHS) fifth wife was Bibi Bhanmati (RZ), a niece of the Raja of Jaisalmer. She also had
only one son, Hazrat Syed Ali (RZ) who was buried alive in the wall of a prison in Ahmadabad, by the
Mahdi's (AHS) opponents.

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KHULAFA
Among the followers of Mahdi Maud (AHS) twelve were given the Basharat (good omen) of having
absolute Faith (Eman-e-Kamil) by the Mahdi (AHS). Five of them were eminent companions and
Khulafa. To narrate the full contribution of the Khulafa would require a separate book, which will be
done later, Insha-Allah. Here, a brief sketch of their activities will suffice, to give an idea of their
outstanding contribution in carrying on the traditions and the teachings of the Mahdi (AHS).

Mahdi Maud (AHS), was succeeded by his five eminent companions, namely Bandagi Miran Syed
Mahmood (RZ), Bandagi Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ), Bandagi Miyan Shah Nimath (RZ), Bandagi
Miyan Shah Nizam (RZ) and Bandagi Miyan Shah Dilawar (RZ). They followed scrupulously, the
teachings and traditions of the Mahdi (AHS), and continued his mission with great zeal and
enthusiasm. On account of their high spiritual attainments, all of them were holders of spiritual
excellence and virtue. They achieved great success and popularity, in spreading the mission of Mahdi
Maud (AHS) inspite of the hardships they were subjected to, by court Ulema and rulers. The
persecution perpetrated on them and other Mahdawis, far from suppressing them, served only as fuel to
the fire of their determination to spread their message of Mahdawiat throughout India. It remained a
strong force for more than two centuries.

Gujarat became an important centre of the Mahdawi mission, where most of the eminent companions,
Khulafa, and a number of Muhajireen who had returned from Farah, concentrated their efforts in
spreading Mahdawiat. The Mahdi (AHS) has always spoken highly of Gujarat, such as when he called
it, "The mine of Love" and "The gem in a ring".

A brief account of the missionary activities of the five eminent Khulafa of the Mahdi (AHS), which
gave a great impetus to Mahdawiat, is given here.

Bandagi Miran Syed Mahmood, Sani-e-Mahdi (RZ):-

Bandagi Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ), the eldest son of Hazrat Mahdi Maud (AHS), was born in
Jaunpur in the year 867 or 869 H. When the Mahdi (AHS) left Jaunpur for Hijrat (migration) and
camped at Danapur, Hazrat Bibi Alhadadi (RZ), his wife, had a revelation, telling her that her husband
was the Promised Mahdi (AHS), and that he was the Khatim-e-Wilayat-e-Mohammedia. When she
narrated this to the Mahdi (AHS) he said, "It is true. It has also been revealed to me several times that I
am the Promised Mahdi, but I have kept it secret, because it was not a final order; and I thought it
should be revealed at the appropriate time". On hearing this, the Bibi (RZ) immediately acknowledged
his Mahdiat. This conversation was overheard by Syed Mahmood (RZ), his son, and Miyan Shah-e-
Dilawar (RZ). Hazrat Syed Mahmood (RZ) went into a spiritual trance, and fell down. The Mahdi
(AHS) took him to his room and told Hazrat Bibi (RZ), "All the parts of his body have become, 'La
Ilaha Illallah (there is no God, except Allah, i.e. perfect communion with Allah)'". He gave Basharat
(good omen) to Syed Mahmood (RZ), and said, "Whatever knowledge and 'FAIZ (favour)' was given
to me by Allah, the same has been inherently given to him also, by Allah through me". After Syed
Mahmood (RZ) regained consciousness, he acknowledged the Mahdi (AHS), and received his
preaching. Hazrat Miyan Dilawar (RZ) also acknowledged him, received his preaching, and became
unconscious. (S-M.M.P. 117).
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It is said that when the Mahdi (AHS) went to Patan. Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ) asked him, "What is
the difference between Tark-e-Duniya by a poor person, and a wealthy person?" Mahdi Maud (AHS)
said, "There is a lot of difference. A man will be blessed in proportion to the wealth which he has
renounced". Thereupon Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ) took his permission to earn a livelihood, and went
to Chapaneer. Before he left, he married Bibi Khoob Kalan (RZ), who was a very virtuous lady.

In Chapaneer, with the help of Malik Osman Badiwal, a noble man at the Court of Sultan Mahmood
Beghda, Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ) was awarded Mansab (post) of two hundred horsemen, besides
Peeram Gaon and Sanjur as Jagir. Bibi Khoob Kalan (RZ) passed away at Chapaneer. After some time,
he married Bibi Kad Banu (RZ), the daughter of Malik Osman. She was very obedient and affectionate
to her husband. Then, on receipt of a letter from his maternal uncle, Miyan Salamullah (RZ), which
conveyed a message from the Mahdi (AHS), he left Chapaneer for Farah.
(For details pl. vide pages 47-48).

Hazrat Miran Syed Mahmood (RZ) stayed at Farah for about one year after the demise of the Mahdi
(AHS). Thereafter, he went to Bhiloot in Hadhanpur, Gujarat, where he established his Daira to preach
the tenets of the Mahdiat. He held weekly meetings, known as "Ijma", and requested his followers to
point out if they found even a slight deviation in his teachings from those of the Mahdi (AHS). He
persuaded the other eminent Khulafa to disperse to different places, and establish their own Dairas
throughout Gujarat, and Malawa, in order to preach the tenets of the Mahdiat.

His growing popularity and the increase in the number of Mahdawis became a source of jealousy for
the Court Ulema. They misled the Sultan, and managed to persuade him to issue orders for his arrest.
He was taken to Ahmedabad and imprisoned. A heavy iron chain weighing one and a quarter mound
was tied to his feet. After hearing the news of his arrest, Bandagi Miyan Khundmeer (RZ) became
restless. He rushed to the prison and asked Sani-e-Mahdi (RZ) to allow him to break open the doors of
the jail and release him. Sani-e-Mahdi (RZ) said "Allah is all powerful; he alone will release me. You
must wait, and desist from doing anything for my sake". After forty days of torture in the prison, at the
intervention of the Sultan's Mahdawi sisters, he was released. However, the wounds on his feet caused
him a lot of suffering, and he was martyred at Bhiloot at the age of 53 years on 4th Ramazan 918 H /
13th November 1515, within two and a half months of his return to the Daira. He was laid to rest at
Bhiloot. After the passing away of the Mahdi (AHS) he was known as Sani-e-Mahdi (Similar to the
Mehdi (AHS). For more details, please refer to page 98) (S-M.M., P. 152, 153).

Bandagi Miyan Shah Khundmeer (RZ):-

Bandagi Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ) was descendent of Imam Musa-al-Kazim, and was born in 886
H / 1481-82. There were twelve generations between Bandagi Miyan Syed Khundmeer (RZ) and
Hazrat Imam Musa Kazim (P. F. P.P.76). His father, Syed Musa, alias Syed Chajju, had five hundred
soldiers under his command. His maternal uncle, Malik Nasiruddin Mubariz-ul-Mulk also held the
important position of Governor under the Sultan of Gujarat. From his childhood, he was inclined
towards religion. He remained in search of a perfect orthodox Sufi, but could not find anyone suitable.
Soon after the arrival of the Mahdi (AHS) in Patan, he rushed to meet him, and received a cordial
welcome from the Mahdi (AHS), who said, "Come, brother Syed Khundmeer (RZ)". As soon as the
Mahdi (AHS) looked at him, he was favoured with the vision of Allah, and lost consciousness. On
regaining his consciousness, he said, "My eyes may go blind, if I saw the Mahdi (AHS) in between. I
saw only my Allah at that moment". The Imamana (AHS) said, "True, he alone can see Allah, whose

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self is merged into the self of Allah (i.e. one who can come out of his confined self existence and merge
in absolute oneness)". On another occasion, during Namaaz, he offered as a humble gift to Allah, not
only his own head, but another hundred heads; this gift was accepted by Allah.

The Mahdi (AHS) said, "Syed Khundmeer (RZ) had the capacity, the lamp was ready with fuel and
wick, and required only lighting, which was accomplished with the light of Wilayat-e-Mohammedia".
Miyan Khundmeer (RZ) always enjoyed the love and affection of the Mahdi (AHS) for his goodness,
faithfulness and high spiritual attainments.

As per the prophecy of Mahdi Maud (AHS), Bandagi Miyan Khundmeer (RZ) fought the battle of
Badr-e-wilayat - Khanbale and Sudrasan, on behalf of the Mahdi (AHS), in order to fulfill the fourth
attribute of Qataloo-wo-Qutiloo (fighting to slay and be slain), which proved the ultimate Hujjat
(evidence) of the Mahdi (AHS). For details please vide pages 62 to 64.

Bandagi Miyan (RZ), except for a short period, when he was asked by the Mahdi (AHS) at Kaha, to go
to Gujarat, always accompanied the Mahdi (AHS). He was with him during his last moment at Farah.
At the instructions from the soul of the Mahdi (AHS) at Farah, he came back to Gujarat; since the
fourth attribute of the Imamana (AHS) was going to be fulfilled there. During the twenty years that he
stayed in Gujarat, on account of the persecution of the Court Ulema he was exiled from 20 places and
faced difficulties and tortures of all kinds, for the sake of Allah.

Bandagi Miyan (RZ) wrote a number of treatises to popularise the teachings of the Mahdi (AHS)
namely Aqida-e-Sharifa, Maqsad-e-Awwal, Risal-e-Kalan, Maqsad-e-Sani, Maktub-e-Multani, Risal-e-
Bazul-Ayat, Risal-e-Al-Maiyar and Risal-e-Khatmul-wilayat, Risal-e-Kalan or Ummur Risala became
very popular even with non-Mahdawis, and Humayan Pasha and Sultan Qutab Shah, are said to have
got illuminated copies of it prepared.

A number of works in prose and poetry in Persian, and local dialects, were written in the next two
centuries, which disseminated the teachings of Mahdi Maud (AHS), and at the same time, described the
events leading to the martyrdom and sacrifice of Bandagi Miyan Shah Khundmeer (RZ).

A number of biographies on Shah Khundmeer (RZ) were also written in Persian prose, the most
popular being HADIQAT-ul-HAQAIQ, in two volumes, by Miyan Syed Burhan-ud-Din (RA). A new
publication in Hyderabad, ARMAGHAN-E-WILAYAT, by Abdul Majeed Mujeeb Aarafi, consisting
of 2000 musadas published in 1983, gives an impressive account of the martyrdom (Shahadat) of
Bandagi Miyan Shah Khundmeer (RZ) in Urdu.

Bandagi Miyan Shah Nimath (RZ):-

Bandagi Miyan Shah Nimath (RZ) was the third famous Khalifa of the Mahdi (AHS). He was the son
of Shaik Bade, a noble man in the court of Sultan-e-Gujarat. Once he killed the son of a courtier,
Abdullah Habshi. Fearing arrest and punishment, he left Ahmedabad with twenty five or thirty men,
and took robbery in and around the city. On hearing the call of Namaaz, near Sola Santhej, he went to
see Mahdi Maud (AHS). Deeply impressed by the Bayan-e-Quran of Mahdi (AHS), he repented for his
sins and sought forgiveness. Mahdi (AHS) directed him to meet all those persons, whom he had
troubled, to obtain their forgiveness. He approached the concerned persons and sought their pardon.
After seeing him in the changed condition, they forgave his sins. Then he returned to Mahdi (AHS) and
accepted Tark-e-Duniya and continued to remain in his company. After passing away of the Mahdi

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(AHS), at Farah he returned to Gujarat, along with Bandagi Miran Sani-e-Mahdi (RZ). Thereafter he
rose to great spiritual heights and became the third Khalifa of Mahdi (AHS).

He was outspoken, and a scrupulous follower of the Mahdi (AHS). He was very strict about eradicating
'Bidat' (innovations) and thus the Mahdi (AHS) called him "Miqraz-e-Bidat (The Scissors of Bidat)".
He was a great Mutawwakkal and did not accept any "Futuh" unless he found himself in acute distress.
After establishing Dairas at Patan, Jaloor and Ahmedabad, he shifted to Ahmednagar. Sultan Burhan
Nizam Shah of Ahmednagar became his disciple and remained faithfully devoted to the Mahdiat, till
his death. From Ahmednagar, he moved his Daira to Mahagoan near Lowghad, where he was martyred
at the age of 61 years, along with his 17 companions on 22nd Shaban 935 H. by Kafashdar Khan, the
Commander of the Lowghad fort. He was laid to rest at Mahagoan village, situated in the west of
Poona.
(For more details, please see pages (27-28)

Bandagi Miyan Shah Nizam (RZ):-

Bandagi Miyan Shah Nizam (RZ) was the Mahdi's (AHS) fourth Khalifa. He was a descendent of
Hazrat Shaik Fareed-uddin Gunj-e-Shaker (RA). Being the elder son of Shaik Khudawand, Ruler of
Jais, he succeeded his father to the throne. He was a "HAFIZ-E-QURAN (memorizer of the Quran)",
and more interested in religion than in ruling the State. Therefore, he entrusted the State to his younger
brother, and proceeded on the Haj Pilgrimage, where he continued his search for a "Peer-e-Kamil
(perfect religious guide)". After performing the Haj, he went to Madina to pay his respects at the
Prophet's (PBUH) Roza. There he met Shaik-ul-Islam, an old and saintly person, and expressed a desire
to be his disciple. Learning of his high spiritual ambitions, the Shaik advised him to wait for the
appearance of Mahdi Maud (AHS), which was due in the near future, so that his objective might be
realised. After going around Syria and Iraq, Shah Nizam (RZ) returned to India, and stayed at
Chapaneer in Gujarat. At the instances of Salim Khan, one of the nobles at the court of Sultan
Mahmood Beghda, he went to Jamia Masjid, to see the Mahdi (AHS). Mahdi Maud (AHS) welcomed
him, and preached the ZIKR-E-KHAFI (concealed recitation) to him. Soon after, he went into a
spiritual trance. The Mahdi (AHS) gave him his Paskhurda, and he regained some consciousness. After
three days, before leaving for Mandu, the Mahdi (AHS) went to his room, and said, "As-Salamu-
Alaikum, be a brave man". He then regained complete consciousness, and accompanied the Imamana
(AHS) on his journey.

He remained with the Mahdi (AHS) for about eleven years. After the demise of the Imamana (AHS) he
returned from Farah, and established his Daira at Radhanpur in Gujarat. Later, he moved his Daira to
Anundra in Kadi village. He was a great preacher of Mahdiat. After living for a period of 30 years as
the fourth Khalifa of the Imamana (AHS), he passed away at the age of 68 years on 8th Ziqada 940 H /
1533-34. Of his four sons, Miyan Abdul Rahman (RZ), the author of Seerat-e-Mahdi Maud (AHS)
(Moulud) became very famous and rose to a very high eminence.

Bandagi Miyan Shah Dilawar (RZ):-

The fifth eminent Khalifa of the Mahdi (AHS), was the nephew of Raja Rai Dalpath, the ruler of Goud
(Bengal). He was one of the captives of the war in which Sultan Husain Sharqi defeated Rai Dalpath.
At that time, he was about 12 years of age and was very handsome. He was adopted by the Sultan's
sister, Saleema Khatoon, who had no children. He was from the beginning inclined towards religious
matters, and was always found in deep thought. It is said that once, while he was asleep, he heard the
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words "La-ilaha-Illallah, Mohammed-ur-Rasoolallah (there is no Allah, except Allah, and Mohammed

is His messenger). After that, he lost all interest in worldly affairs. When he was brought before the
Mahdi Maud (AHS), he observed, "This is not Dilawar; but Shah Dilawar. He is my favourite and
Allah's favourite". From then onwards he was called Shah Dilawar.

The Mahdi (AHS) preached ZIKR-E-KHAFI (concealed recitation) to him, after which he entered in a
spiritual trance. It is said that his heart became so enlightened that, right from the earth to highest
heaven, everything was clearly visible to him.

At Danapur, when he saw Bibi Alhadadi (RZ), wife of the Mahdi (AHS) and Syed Mahmood (RZ), son
of the Mahdi (AHS), acknowledging the Mahdi (AHS), he also acknowledged him, and became his
disciple. Soon after the acknowledgement, he went into a spiritual trance. In this condition, he was not
able to accompany the Mahdi (AHS) on his journey. Therefore, he was left in the Mosque of Miyan
Durraj (RZ) at Danapur.

According to his spiritual directions, the Mahdi (AHS) left Danapur, and went to Arabia to perform the
Haj Pilgrimage. Then, he returned to Gujarat, and stayed in Ahmedabad. Miyan Dilawar (RZ) suddenly
regained consciousness, and smelt a pleasant perfume. He said, "It is the perfume of my Master, the
Mahdi (AHS)". Following the perfume, he reached Ahmedabad, and appeared before the Mahdi
(AHS). From then on, he accompanied the Imamana (AHS) throughout his life. He left this world on
2nd Ziqada 945 H / 1537-38 in his Daira, which was in Borekheda, west of Aurangabad, near
Chalisgaon, in Maharashtra. There were 1400 Fuqras in his Daira, of whom twelve were his Khulafa.
Miyan Abdul Malik Sajawandi (RZ), one of his Khulafa was a great Alim, and the author of 'Siraj-ul-
Absar' written in reply to the Risala-Alrud, of Shaik Ali Muttaqi Muhaddis.

Others:-
Besides these five blessed Khulafa, the names of the other seven blessed Khulafa are noted below:

1. Hazrat Malik Gowher (RZ):-

He was a noble, very close to Sultan Ghyiasuddin Khilji of Malwah. He expired at Thatta, Sindh on 14
Zilhaj, 914 Hijri.

2. Hazrat Malik Burhanuddin (RZ):-

He was one of the very learned and renowned noble men of his time in Ahmedabad. Bibi Khunza
Fatima (RZ), daughter of the Mahdi (AHS) was his wife. He left this world in the month of Jamadi-al-
Akhir in the year 915 H. in Ached Moteda town, about 3 miles from Ahmedabad.

3. Hazrat Shah Abdul Majeed Noori (RZ):-

He was a descendent of Hazrat Gunj-e-Shaker (RA), and a renowned Mashaik of Delhi. He was
martyred on 18th Muharram 918 Hijri, and laid to rest in Nainpura, near Ahmedabad.

4. Hazrat Shah Ameen Mohammed (RZ):-

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The brother of Shah Abdul Majeed Noori (RZ), he was a great scholar and a renowned Persian poet. He
breathed his last in Daulatabad, in the year 935 Hijri.

5. Hazrat Malikji (RZ):-

He was a scholar, and the Moghal ruler of Nagoor, in Marwad, Rajasthan. The Mahdi (AHS) called
him the 'Prince of Lahoot (a divinely state)'. He left this world on 19th Muharram 930 H. in Salar
Chichond, near Ahmednagar.

6. Hazrat Moulana Miyan Yousuf (RZ):-

He was another great scholar, and an eminent noble of Ahmedabad. His mortal remains were entombed
at Chandanala tank near Ahmedabad.

7. Hazrat Malik Maroof (RZ):-

He was the descendent of Siddiq-e-Akbar, Hazrat Abu Bakar (RZ), and a maternal cousin of Bandagi
Miyan Shah Khundmeer (RZ). He was held in high esteem by the Sultan of Gujarat. He was laid to rest
at Jaloor in Rajasthan.

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XI

QURAN AND SUNNAT

Students of History are not unaware that the majority of Muslim Ulema and leaders, failed to discharge
their religious duties during the ninth and tenth centuries Hijri. Instead, they began to indulge in
worldly affairs. More details will be found in TAZKIRA by Moulana Abdul Kalam Azad. One can
imagine the fate of ordinary Muslims, when the Ulema and other religious leaders were busy following
worldly pursuits.

At this stage, therefore, there was a keen necessity for the advent of a Divine Guide, with the qualities
of Khalifatullah and Masoom-Unil-Khata, to revive the Shariat and to renew faith in Islam. He was also
needed to explain clearly the message of the Quran, and to infuse the true spirit of Islam into the hearts
of Muslims. It was essential to make them realise that their every action, their life and death were all
under the command of Allah, and they should conduct themselves in accordance with the Book of
Allah, and Sunnat-e-Rasoolallah.

A Jamaat (party) was also required to execute the orders, as pointed out in the Quran: "that there should
be a Jamaat amongst you to invite people towards virtue and to prohibit them from doing wrong".
Allah promised in the Quran, that, "He will shortly bring a Jamaat, which will be loved by Allah and
Allah will be loved by the Jamaat".

Thus, from His great mercy and benevolence, Allah sent Hazrat Syed Mohammed Jaunpuri as his
Khalifa (AHS). He bestowed on him all the powers and spiritual qualities of a Prophet, so as to fulfill
the necessity for a Divine Guide, to lead the followers of Islam. As per the Traditions of Prophet
Mohammed (PBUH), he was designated as Mahdi-e-Maud (Promised Mahdi), Khalifatullah, Masoom-
unil-Khata (free from wrong) and Khatim-e-Wilayat-e-Mohammedia.

Those who acknowledged Mahdi Maud (AHS) in the past followed him only after ascertaining that he
possessed the requisite qualities, morals, character, miracles etc., of a Prophet. His divine qualities were
evident soon after his birth, and during his childhood. Even before his declaration of Mahdiat, he
became very famous for his learning, piousness, and impressive lectures on the Quran, and was called
'SAYYEDIL AWOLIA (Leader of the Awolia)'.

He remained in a spiritual trance for a period of twelve years, during seven of which, he did not eat any
food. However, at every call for Namaaz (Azaan), he would gain a little consciousness, and offer
Namaaz regularly. Never in his life, did he go against the Shariat. His greatness amongst the Awolias,
far beyond the reach or imagination of anyone, was clearly found in his implicit following of the
Shariat at all times. His preaching of Tariqat and Marifat was so perfect that there was no room for the
slightest departure from the Shariat, or any scope for committing shirk (infidelity). This complete
obedience to the Shariat, resulted in putting a stop to all kinds of deceit and fraud.

Regarding the faith and practices of earlier Saints, the Mahdi (AHS) observed, "Our brothers, whose
objective was to reach 'KHUDA', have no doubt achieved their objective, because they were sincere in
their pursuit, but they have taken a roundabout route, leaving the nearer one".

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His companions asked him, "Miranji, which is the nearer route, and which is the roundabout one?"
Mahdi Maud (AHS) said, "Why did they not surrender themselves to Allah, which was the nearest
route, as per Shariat-e-Mohammedia? Why did they observe life-long fasting, of their own will? Why
did they forego lawful and Halal (religiously approved) food? Why did they remain upside down in
wells, for years together, when there were no orders for such things from Allah? Allah said, "Whoever
follows Tawakkal (resignation) Allah is enough for him". Why did they not observe the fast of
Tawakkal? They should have completely surrendered themselves to Allah (Resignation). "To surrender
our own wishes before the will of Allah, is resignation".

He once observed, "Surrender, and be lucky (Bay-Ikhtiyar Shao Bakhtiyar Bash)".

The Mahdi (AHS) was recognised by historians as the greatest of the Awolia, Alim-e-Haq and Wasil
Billah (merged with Allah), throughout the Islamic world. His morals and character were similar to
those of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). After the final declaration of Mahdiat at Badhli in 905 Hijri, the
Mahdi (AHS) wrote letters to the Sultan of Gujarat and other Kings, inviting them to accept him as the
Promised Mahdi (AHS). He made his declaration openly in other State capitals, big cities and in large
gatherings, and said that he was prepared to be slain, if his claim was proved false.

He influenced thousands of people with his spiritual powers, and illuminating Bayan-e-Quran. He laid
a lot of stress on "DEEDAR-E-KHUDA" in this world. He invited people to see Allah and said, "The
only true believer is one who will see Allah, either with the eyes in his head, or in his heart, or in his
dreams. At least he should be keenly desirous of seeing Him". He asserted that he had seen Allah, not
only with his own eyes, but also through the eyes of every fur (Ruan) in his body. He exhorted
everyone to love Allah, and seek His love through ardent devotion to Him.

He travelled thousands of miles from Jaunpur, from Eastern India to the South, and in the West upto
Afghanistan, preaching the Mahdiat in the light of the Quran and Hadith. There was not a single
instance throughout his life, when he was overpowered by anyone, either a ruler or the Ulema,
physically or intellectually, during his preaching and discussions. He always depended upon Allah,
who alone could lead one to the right path. Though he faced a lot of opposition from the Court Ulema,
due to their jealousy and persecution, he remained as steadfast as a rock, true to his claim of Mahdiat
till the end, like the earlier Prophets (PBUT).

The principles and teachings of Mahdawia constitute the highest ideals in Islam, and no other sect of
Muslims will be found to be as much in agreement with the earlier saints and seniors of Ahle-Sunnat as
the Mahdawis. Generally, it is assumed that only the followers of Imam-e-Abu Hanifa (RA) are Ahle-
Sunnat, whereas, in fact, the followers of any of the four Imams are counted as Ahle-Sunnat. Mahdawis
do not follow only anyone of the four Imams. The Mahdi (AHS) ordered them to follow the supreme
doctrine of all the four Imams. He showed through example, the supreme methods, which are to be
followed by Mahdawis. As such the tenets of the Mahdawis generally agree with those of one or the
other Imam. Mahdawis are the true Ahle-Sunnat more then any other sect, because Imam Mahdi (AHS)
being a perfect follower (tabe-taam) of Rasoolallah (PBUH), has shown us how to truly follow the
Sunnat. Over and above this, we believe in all the four Imams, and follow the method of Aaliyeth
(highest / truest). The Prophet (PBUH) defined Sunnat as "Ma inna alaihee wa Ashabi" i.e. "On which I
and my companions are".

As a matter of fact, the Mahdi (AHS) claimed, "If anyone wants to ascertain my truthfulness, he should
compare my affairs and practice with the Book of Allah and Sunnat-e-Rasoolallah". Further he said

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"My religion is the Book of Allah, and following of Rasoolallah". That is why our principles, tenets
and beliefs are completely and necessarily, in agreement with the Book and Sunnat. The most
important thing is, that our acceptance of Mahdi Maud (AHS), has made us more careful than anyone
else in the following of the Quran and Sunnat. Therefore, even today, after five hundred years, we
Mahdawis present the Book of Allah and the Sunnat-e-Rasoolallah, in support of our authenticity, as
was done by Imam Mahdi (AHS). The Mahdawis have not formulated separate books containing
traditions (Hadith), Fiqha and Kalam. Therefore, our arguments are based on the books compiled by
senior Imams of the Ahle-Sunnat and found authentic by them. The finality of our argument is based on
our belief that Imam Mahdi (AHS), was Khalifatullah and Masoom-unil-khata; as such, we believe that
every order given by him, is in agreement with the Quran and Sunnat, and we accept the same with full
confidence, not requiring any further evidence or proof.

These days, the people who raise doubts about the advent of the Mahdi or about the truthfulness of
Syed Mohammed Jaunpuri (AHS) appear to have based their arguments on the unreliable thought of
IBN KHULDOON, and the unfounded objections raised on Mahdawi religion mostly in 'HADIYA-
MAHDIWIYA', written by Zaman Khan Shahjehanpuri.

Regarding the criticism of Ibn Khuldoon, Moulana Manazir Ahsan Geelani, in his book 'Makatib-e-
Imam-e-Ghazali' has refuted his objection on the grounds that he was only a historian and his status as
a Muhaddis has no value. The belief in the advent of the Mahdi is the accepted one by the Ahle-Sunnat.
(Vide P. 9 of TNMAR)

Replies to the objections raised in 'Hadiya-Mahdiwiva' have been given in detail in 'Khatamul-Huda
Sablus-sawi' written by Moulana Syed Shah Mohammed (RA) in 1289 Hijri, and published in 1291
Hijri in Bangalore; and 'Khol-ul-Jawaher' written by Moulana Syed Nusrat (RA) in 1290 Hijri. Both
these books were published in Zaman Khan's life time, but he was unable to contradict a single
argument given in either of the two books mentioned above.

In the past, Bandagi Miyan Abdul Malik Sujjawandi (RA) who was a famous Alim and a Khalifa of
Shah Dilawar (RZ) had written 'Sirajul Absar', in reply to the criticism of Mullah Shaik Ali Muttaqi in
his Risala Al-Rud. Recently, a voluminous book called Muqaddimah Sirajul Absar, by Hazrat Syed
Mustafa Tashrifullahi (RA) was published in the year 1963 A.D. This book counters the objections
raised by Ibn Hajar Macci, Shaik Ali Muttaqi, Asad Macci and Zaman Khan Shahjehanpuri etc., very
thoroughly.

My Peer-o-Murshid, Asad-ul-Ulema Hazrat Moulana Abu Sayeed Syed Mahmood Sahib

Tashreefullahi (RA), has translated 302 NAQLIYAT collected by Bandagi Miyan Abdul Rasheed (RZ)
and published in the year 1369 H, from Persian into Urdu. This book which is collection of the
Naqliyat (sayings) of Hazrat Imamana Mahdi-e-Maud (AHS) is held to be of great importance by the
Mahdawia community. Hazrat Peer-o-Murshid (RA) has added explanatory notes, known as
TAWOZIHAT, to enable the reader to understand these Naqliyat easily. In the Tawozihat, he has also
dealt with some of the objections raised by Zaman Khan Shajehanpuri in his book, Hadiya-Mahdiwiya,
in a masterly and authoritative manner.

Besides the books already mentioned, there are a number of other books, written by eminent Mahdawia
Ulema and scholars, refuting the objections raised against the Mahdi (AHS), and proving his
authenticity in the light of historical facts, the Quran and Hadith.

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As Mahdawis, it is for us to follow faithfully the teachings and practices of the Mahdi (AHS) in their
true spirit, and become true Mahdawis. I pray, "May Allah give us the good sense to follow the right
path shown to us by Him in the Quran, through Khatim-Ul-Ambia, Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) and
Khatim-e-Wilayat-e-Mohammedia Hazrat Imamana Mahdi-e-Maud (AHS). AAMEEN"

A happy coincidence
as per the Arabic numerical system

"THE MAHDI MAUD" TAREEKH

adds upto 1410 Hijri (year of publication)

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Bibiliography
BIBLIOGRAPHY
S.No Names of the Book Name of the Author Abbreviations

The meaning of the Glorious Translation by

1. M.G.K.
Kuran M.M.M. Pickthal
2. The Holy Quran A. Yousuf Ali Lahore H.Q.
3. Maktoob-e-Multani Bandagi Miyan Syed Khudmir (RZ) M.M.
4. Insaf-Nama Bandagi Miyan Wali Bin Yousuf (RA) I.N.
Sirath-e-Imam Mahdi Maud
5. Shah Abdul Rahman (RA) S.I.M.M.
(Moulud)
6. Naqliat Bandagi Miyan Abdul Rasheed (RZ) NMAR

Hazrat Abu-Sayeed Syed Mahmood

Tawozihat TNMAR
(Murshid) Miyan (RA)
7. Matla-ul-Wilayat Bandagi Miyan Yousuf (RA) M.W.
8. Jannat-ul-Wilayat Moulana Miyan Mansoor Khan (RA) M.W.
9. Shawahid-ul-Wilayat Miyan Syed Burhanuddin (RA) Sh.W.
10. Sawaneh Mahdi Maud Moulana Syed Wali (RA) S.M.M.
11. Al-Mahdi Maud Allama Syed Hussain Mahmoodi (RA) Al-M.M.
Miyan Syed Mustafa Tashrifullahi
12. Muqaddimah-Siraj-ul-Absar M.S.A.
(RA)
Moulana Abu Sayeed Syed Mahmood
13. Siratul Iman S.I.
(RA)
14. Muntakhab-ul-Tawarik Al-Badaoni A.B.
Hazrat Bandagi Miyan Syed
15. Aaqida-e-Sharifa A.S.
Khundmeer (RZ)
16. Panj Fazail B. Miyan Ruhullah (RA) P.F.
Moulana Moulwi Syed Nusrath Sahib
17. Khol-ul-Jawaher K.J.
(RA)
18. Jawahirul Hadith Abdul Karim Shah (English Version) J.H.
19. The Life of the Prophet (SAWS) Sarwat Saulat L.P.
20. New Age Encyclopedia N.A.E.
Advanced twentieth Century
21. Bashir Ahmed Qureshi
Dictionary

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22. Urdu English Dictionary Doctor Abdul Haq

23. Oxford Dictionary
24. Tazkira Moulana Abdul Kalam Azad
25. Al-Qual-Al-Mahmood Hazrath Haji Syed Ali (RA) A.Q.A.M.

Other Abbreviations
(PBUH) - Peace be upon him
(AHS) - Alai-His-Salam
(RZ) - Razi Allah Anhu
(R.A) - Rahamatullah Alaihe

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