Ahmed Raza Khan Fazil-e-Barelvi (1856 -1921 CE) was much more than just a great poet, he was a Sunni Islamic scholar and sufi, whose works influenced the Barelvi movement of South Asia.[2] Raza Khan wrote on numerous topics, including law, religion, philosophy and the sciences. He was a prolific writer, producing nearly 1,000 works in his lifetime.
Ala Hazrat as he is affectionately referred to by people of the subcontinent is best described as a multi-dimensional genius whose real contribution to humanity and Islam is only now being fully understood by scholars, political figures, scientists and leaders around the world.
As a Student
A'lahazrat learnt Islamic studies by leaps and bounds. When he was four, he completed the Nazra (oral recitation) of the Holy Qur'an. At five, he delivered his first speech, at twelve, he wrote his first book in Arabic, a commentary of Hidayat-un-Nahav . At the age of thirteen, on 19th November 1869, Dastà r (accomplishment of Islamic studies) was conferred on him. On this very day, he wrote a Fatwa on the issue of foster-brotherhood and presented it to his respected father, Hazrat Naqi Ali Khan, who found it absolutely correct. Looking to the talent of his son, Hazrat Naqi Ali Khan authorized him to work as a Mufti (one who issues Islamic verdicts) since then. Thus, at 13, A'lahazrat became full-fledged Mufti. Much to our surprise, A'lahazrat achieved so much within such a short period. Yet, what is most surprising is that he became a Mufti while he was teenager. It is a fact that savants of vast experience and high calibre only are authorized to work as a Mufti.
A'lahazrat learnt a few books of Urdu and Persian from Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Qadir Beg. He also learnt a little from Hazrat Mawlana Abdul Ali of Rampur (d. 1885). A'lahazrat learnt 21 subjects from his respected father, Hazrat Naqi Ali Khan (d. 1880). Besides, he was also taught by his Shaykh, His holiness Shah Al-i-Rasùl of Marehrah Sharif (d. 1879) and H.H. Shah Abul Hasan Nùri of Marehrah Sharif (d. 1906).Thus, this talented student who later on proved himself at home in so many subjects, learnt most of the subjects at home.
As a Mufti
A mufti is one who issues Fatwas or Islamic verdicts. He is supposed to be a doctor of Islamic jurisprudence. Of course, he is a savant of savants, who works with greater sagacity, understanding and responsibility. A'lahazrat was a mufti of international repute. Questions for fatwa from every corner of the world were received by A'lahazrat, who replied them explicitly with ample references and quotations from Holy Qur'an, Hadith and other authentic books of religion and science. Most complicated and insoluble questions were sent to A'lahazrat and he solved them in no time. In this field, A'lahazrat has written a number of books and booklets on a number of issues. But his masterpiece is Fatawà -i-Rizawiyya which runs in 12 volumes and each volume is spread over 1000 pages. It can thus be called is a book of books. It is a dictionary of Fatwas and an encyclopedia of Muslim jurisprudence.
Dr Hasan Riza Khan presented his thesis on The place of A'lahazrat in Islamic jurisprudence , which was accepted by Patna University, India and a degree of doctorate was conferred on Dr. Hasan Riza Khan. Conceding the intellect of A'lahazrat in Fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence), Justice D. F. Mulla, a Parsi Judge of Bombay High Court observed that in India and Pakistan, two great books were written on Fiqh — one Fatawà -i-Alamgiri and the other Fatawà -i-Rizawiyya . An uncommon feature of Fatawà -i-Rizawiyya is that it is hailed by among friends and foes alike. Many erudite present day schoalrs of Islam have agrred that it is difficult to become a mufti. But it is easier for a mufti to remove his difficulties through Fatawà -i-Rizawiyya.
Translator of Holy Qur'an
A'lahazrat has translated the Holy Qur'an into Urdu published in 1912 under the name and style of Kanz al-Iman Fi Tarjuma al-Qur'an.
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A Poem style summarisation of Aala Hazrat
In Shawaal 1272 a mujadidd was born
And Ahmed Raza Khan was his name
He was the founder of Ahl-e-Sunnat
As Ishq-e-Rasool was his only aim
At the tender age of 6 he did his first public speech
And at the age of 9 was Haafiz-e-Quraan
By the time he was 14 started writing fatwaas
And later produced the precious pearl of Kanzul Imaan
Over fifty branches of knowledge in which he studied
Some were maths, chemistry, Hadeeth and Tajweed
Tafseer, poetry, Arabic, history and the seerah
An ideal balance between deen and dunya he kept indeed
His love for the beloved Prophet (peace be upon him) was so intense
That a treasure of breathtaking naats he did write
At his second Hajj whilst writing some humble words
He was miraculously blessed, and the Prophet
(peace be upon him) he did sight.
He would do anything to preseve the dignity of Allah and his beloved
That he left no stone unturned in doing so
Through his volumes of books refuting the incorrect aqaaids
Even after that, he felt the need to do more
Through his ocean of great works in theory and practice
The seed of Ishq-e-Rasool in the hearts of millions he did sow
As we nurture this seed, and follow his teachings
The love of Allah and his beloved blossoms and continues to grow
The shining sun of the Sunnis, a splendid role model for all
In Safar 1340 his gifted life came to an end
An honourable Teacher, Author, Mufti and Mujadidd
But above all a great saint as with Allah he did befriend
The king of Barielly, a great legend of his time
We are highly proud Aa'la Hadhrat is our Imaam
My thoughtless few words doesn't justify his excellence
But my heart continues to send him infinite salams.
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Appearance of Prophet (PBUH)
Ala Hazrat as he is affectionately referred to by people of the subcontinent is best described as a multi-dimensional genius whose real contribution to humanity and Islam is only now being fully understood by scholars, political figures, scientists and leaders around the world.
As a Student
A'lahazrat learnt Islamic studies by leaps and bounds. When he was four, he completed the Nazra (oral recitation) of the Holy Qur'an. At five, he delivered his first speech, at twelve, he wrote his first book in Arabic, a commentary of Hidayat-un-Nahav . At the age of thirteen, on 19th November 1869, Dastà r (accomplishment of Islamic studies) was conferred on him. On this very day, he wrote a Fatwa on the issue of foster-brotherhood and presented it to his respected father, Hazrat Naqi Ali Khan, who found it absolutely correct. Looking to the talent of his son, Hazrat Naqi Ali Khan authorized him to work as a Mufti (one who issues Islamic verdicts) since then. Thus, at 13, A'lahazrat became full-fledged Mufti. Much to our surprise, A'lahazrat achieved so much within such a short period. Yet, what is most surprising is that he became a Mufti while he was teenager. It is a fact that savants of vast experience and high calibre only are authorized to work as a Mufti.
A'lahazrat learnt a few books of Urdu and Persian from Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Qadir Beg. He also learnt a little from Hazrat Mawlana Abdul Ali of Rampur (d. 1885). A'lahazrat learnt 21 subjects from his respected father, Hazrat Naqi Ali Khan (d. 1880). Besides, he was also taught by his Shaykh, His holiness Shah Al-i-Rasùl of Marehrah Sharif (d. 1879) and H.H. Shah Abul Hasan Nùri of Marehrah Sharif (d. 1906).Thus, this talented student who later on proved himself at home in so many subjects, learnt most of the subjects at home.
As a Mufti
A mufti is one who issues Fatwas or Islamic verdicts. He is supposed to be a doctor of Islamic jurisprudence. Of course, he is a savant of savants, who works with greater sagacity, understanding and responsibility. A'lahazrat was a mufti of international repute. Questions for fatwa from every corner of the world were received by A'lahazrat, who replied them explicitly with ample references and quotations from Holy Qur'an, Hadith and other authentic books of religion and science. Most complicated and insoluble questions were sent to A'lahazrat and he solved them in no time. In this field, A'lahazrat has written a number of books and booklets on a number of issues. But his masterpiece is Fatawà -i-Rizawiyya which runs in 12 volumes and each volume is spread over 1000 pages. It can thus be called is a book of books. It is a dictionary of Fatwas and an encyclopedia of Muslim jurisprudence.
Dr Hasan Riza Khan presented his thesis on The place of A'lahazrat in Islamic jurisprudence , which was accepted by Patna University, India and a degree of doctorate was conferred on Dr. Hasan Riza Khan. Conceding the intellect of A'lahazrat in Fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence), Justice D. F. Mulla, a Parsi Judge of Bombay High Court observed that in India and Pakistan, two great books were written on Fiqh — one Fatawà -i-Alamgiri and the other Fatawà -i-Rizawiyya . An uncommon feature of Fatawà -i-Rizawiyya is that it is hailed by among friends and foes alike. Many erudite present day schoalrs of Islam have agrred that it is difficult to become a mufti. But it is easier for a mufti to remove his difficulties through Fatawà -i-Rizawiyya.
Translator of Holy Qur'an
A'lahazrat has translated the Holy Qur'an into Urdu published in 1912 under the name and style of Kanz al-Iman Fi Tarjuma al-Qur'an.
Best view: Rotate device
A Poem style summarisation of Aala Hazrat
In Shawaal 1272 a mujadidd was born
And Ahmed Raza Khan was his name
He was the founder of Ahl-e-Sunnat
As Ishq-e-Rasool was his only aim
At the tender age of 6 he did his first public speech
And at the age of 9 was Haafiz-e-Quraan
By the time he was 14 started writing fatwaas
And later produced the precious pearl of Kanzul Imaan
Over fifty branches of knowledge in which he studied
Some were maths, chemistry, Hadeeth and Tajweed
Tafseer, poetry, Arabic, history and the seerah
An ideal balance between deen and dunya he kept indeed
His love for the beloved Prophet (peace be upon him) was so intense
That a treasure of breathtaking naats he did write
At his second Hajj whilst writing some humble words
He was miraculously blessed, and the Prophet
(peace be upon him) he did sight.
He would do anything to preseve the dignity of Allah and his beloved
That he left no stone unturned in doing so
Through his volumes of books refuting the incorrect aqaaids
Even after that, he felt the need to do more
Through his ocean of great works in theory and practice
The seed of Ishq-e-Rasool in the hearts of millions he did sow
As we nurture this seed, and follow his teachings
The love of Allah and his beloved blossoms and continues to grow
The shining sun of the Sunnis, a splendid role model for all
In Safar 1340 his gifted life came to an end
An honourable Teacher, Author, Mufti and Mujadidd
But above all a great saint as with Allah he did befriend
The king of Barielly, a great legend of his time
We are highly proud Aa'la Hadhrat is our Imaam
My thoughtless few words doesn't justify his excellence
But my heart continues to send him infinite salams.
Views: 2235
Appearance of Prophet (PBUH)
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