These are summaries of selected points from ‘Hakimul Ummater Mazlish’ – published by Emdadia Library Banglabazar, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
We express acknowledgment toward the collectors and/or translators of this valuable book – which indeed is a guidance for each an every Ummah provided by the Great Saint Hazrat Mawlana Ashraf Ali Thanvi Rah.
Note: For clear understanding, we had to modify some of the headings. Please note that these are not complete translation, rather only the summaries. Efforts have been made to make the reader understand the message clearly.
Malfuzats: Part I
Do not lag behind in accomplishing good deeds
If there is interest and enthusiasm in us for performing good deed then it is possible for us to accomplish it. Even if you don’t find any interest of performing good deed start doing it, gradually interest and enthusiasm would boost up and this is how accomplishing good deeds become easier.
Whenever our Murshid (Spiritual Mentor) asks us to do something, we should obey it. “We cannot pay attention to work” – is a lame excuse. We only waste time by neglecting to perform our duties.
The deception of satan
If mind desires to accomplish a particular sin several times, then it is an intrigue of the nafs. And if the mind brings in different evil advice each time that is considered to be the stratagem of satan. Because the soul’s desire is self satisfaction and satan always wants to indulge us in sin.
Aimless life
Those who have aims of life, they lead a promising and prosperous life. They don’t have much suspicion and hesitation in life. On the other hand, people who have thousands of questions and possess doubts and suspicions, lead an aimless life and they don’t have an intention to do anything fruitful.
When the Sahabas (Rd) heard Rasulullah (SM) saying something, they would rush to apply it. They would never ask questions such as: What? and Why? They thought and believed it is unnecessary to ask such questions. Indeed, the fear of Allah Ta’la, desire of Jannah and deep love and obedience towards Rasulullah (SM) made it possible for the Sahabas (Rd) to build up an eventful and active life.
Ulamas and Sufis
Comparing Ulamas with Sufis, Hazrat Thanwi (R) gave more importance to the former, in respect of the society. Because, Ulamas are the frontiers for the society. For this reason, he liked the participation of Ulamas in daily activities rather than being isolated from society. He would think that Ulamas should lead their life for spreading knowledge, counsel people giving proper advice and serve the society through writings. This comment of Thanvi R was indeed an opinion in terms of duty and responsibility. Certainly he possessed a great respect towards the Sufis and Sufism.
How should we perform Ibadat
The friends of Allah Ta’ala (WaliAllahs) never exposed their deeds for showing the people, nor did they expose it for any foul purpose. Rather some WaliAllahs would perform deeds in such ways so that none but only Allah Ta’la could know. Some used to render such tasks in front of public, which were outwardly regarded as sin and unruly. However, in reality those were not sins. Through these tasks, they intended not to be popular in public.
In Thanwi (R)’s opinion, mid-standard must be followed in case of performing Ibadat. Everyone should engage in own task and none should pay much attention to exposure and hiding.
The company of the friends of Allah Ta'la (Learn to hate sins, not the sinner)
Those who disobey and violate the rules of Allah Ta’la must be punished by us, and we should express hatred towards their sins. Simultaneously, we must eradicate arrogance from us and express politeness and courtesy towards people. Naturally the question arises – how can these two very opposite things be developed? An example would clarify it. If there is a verdict against a prince and he has to face death penalty, the executioner will never think that he is more respectful than the prince. As we all know that in respect of status, it is not possible for an executioner is equal to a prince. But the executioner has to perform his duty. He has to punish the prince according to the verdict (as the prince has been found guilty). Today, in the same way, we also tell off and scold people for their sins. It is possible (Allah Ta’la may forbid!) – any time we’ll commit such sins! In the court of this world today I am blaming and proving others to be guilty for their deeds, but for my wrongdoings, I might be caught and punished even more severely by Allah Ta’la as a greater sinner in the life hereafter. Therefore, animosity and hatred should not be towards people, rather these are against the sins.
Freedom is a right
For having food, Hazat Thanwi (R) did not like gathering people from different classes together. Because, in such an environment, people only try to comply with formalities. Each gets trapped in the jail of formalities and loses sovereignty. Hazat Thanwi (R) would always assure his freedom beforehand, whenever he had been invited somewhere. Because, in this way, he would not have to do anything unwilling.
Why today less eating and sleeping are not welcomed
Eating less and sleeping less are very important and popular tasks (in terms of sacrifice), which are found in the Sufia-Ekeram’s syllabus of training. This is not exactly any law imposed by Islam and nor it is the purpose or goal. Rather to control the nafs or vices of oneself, and gaining control over the nafs is possible by undergoing such training.
The former people were physically strong and their nafs also had more ability. So they had to undergo training of less eating and sleeping. People today, are very weak. Today eating less and sleeping less are not found effective. To gain the strength of soul, would it be wise to lose the physical strength?
We express acknowledgment toward the collectors and/or translators of this valuable book – which indeed is a guidance for each an every Ummah provided by the Great Saint Hazrat Mawlana Ashraf Ali Thanvi Rah.
Note: For clear understanding, we had to modify some of the headings. Please note that these are not complete translation, rather only the summaries. Efforts have been made to make the reader understand the message clearly.
Malfuzats: Part I
Do not lag behind in accomplishing good deeds
If there is interest and enthusiasm in us for performing good deed then it is possible for us to accomplish it. Even if you don’t find any interest of performing good deed start doing it, gradually interest and enthusiasm would boost up and this is how accomplishing good deeds become easier.
Whenever our Murshid (Spiritual Mentor) asks us to do something, we should obey it. “We cannot pay attention to work” – is a lame excuse. We only waste time by neglecting to perform our duties.
The deception of satan
If mind desires to accomplish a particular sin several times, then it is an intrigue of the nafs. And if the mind brings in different evil advice each time that is considered to be the stratagem of satan. Because the soul’s desire is self satisfaction and satan always wants to indulge us in sin.
Aimless life
Those who have aims of life, they lead a promising and prosperous life. They don’t have much suspicion and hesitation in life. On the other hand, people who have thousands of questions and possess doubts and suspicions, lead an aimless life and they don’t have an intention to do anything fruitful.
When the Sahabas (Rd) heard Rasulullah (SM) saying something, they would rush to apply it. They would never ask questions such as: What? and Why? They thought and believed it is unnecessary to ask such questions. Indeed, the fear of Allah Ta’la, desire of Jannah and deep love and obedience towards Rasulullah (SM) made it possible for the Sahabas (Rd) to build up an eventful and active life.
Ulamas and Sufis
Comparing Ulamas with Sufis, Hazrat Thanwi (R) gave more importance to the former, in respect of the society. Because, Ulamas are the frontiers for the society. For this reason, he liked the participation of Ulamas in daily activities rather than being isolated from society. He would think that Ulamas should lead their life for spreading knowledge, counsel people giving proper advice and serve the society through writings. This comment of Thanvi R was indeed an opinion in terms of duty and responsibility. Certainly he possessed a great respect towards the Sufis and Sufism.
How should we perform Ibadat
The friends of Allah Ta’ala (WaliAllahs) never exposed their deeds for showing the people, nor did they expose it for any foul purpose. Rather some WaliAllahs would perform deeds in such ways so that none but only Allah Ta’la could know. Some used to render such tasks in front of public, which were outwardly regarded as sin and unruly. However, in reality those were not sins. Through these tasks, they intended not to be popular in public.
In Thanwi (R)’s opinion, mid-standard must be followed in case of performing Ibadat. Everyone should engage in own task and none should pay much attention to exposure and hiding.
The company of the friends of Allah Ta'la (Learn to hate sins, not the sinner)
Those who disobey and violate the rules of Allah Ta’la must be punished by us, and we should express hatred towards their sins. Simultaneously, we must eradicate arrogance from us and express politeness and courtesy towards people. Naturally the question arises – how can these two very opposite things be developed? An example would clarify it. If there is a verdict against a prince and he has to face death penalty, the executioner will never think that he is more respectful than the prince. As we all know that in respect of status, it is not possible for an executioner is equal to a prince. But the executioner has to perform his duty. He has to punish the prince according to the verdict (as the prince has been found guilty). Today, in the same way, we also tell off and scold people for their sins. It is possible (Allah Ta’la may forbid!) – any time we’ll commit such sins! In the court of this world today I am blaming and proving others to be guilty for their deeds, but for my wrongdoings, I might be caught and punished even more severely by Allah Ta’la as a greater sinner in the life hereafter. Therefore, animosity and hatred should not be towards people, rather these are against the sins.
Freedom is a right
For having food, Hazat Thanwi (R) did not like gathering people from different classes together. Because, in such an environment, people only try to comply with formalities. Each gets trapped in the jail of formalities and loses sovereignty. Hazat Thanwi (R) would always assure his freedom beforehand, whenever he had been invited somewhere. Because, in this way, he would not have to do anything unwilling.
Why today less eating and sleeping are not welcomed
Eating less and sleeping less are very important and popular tasks (in terms of sacrifice), which are found in the Sufia-Ekeram’s syllabus of training. This is not exactly any law imposed by Islam and nor it is the purpose or goal. Rather to control the nafs or vices of oneself, and gaining control over the nafs is possible by undergoing such training.
The former people were physically strong and their nafs also had more ability. So they had to undergo training of less eating and sleeping. People today, are very weak. Today eating less and sleeping less are not found effective. To gain the strength of soul, would it be wise to lose the physical strength?
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