Mathnavi of Maulana Jalaluddin Rumi (133 pages, 1/18)
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MA-AARIF–E MATHNAVI
A Commentary of the Mathnavi of Maulana Jalaluddin Rumi (R.A.) BY HAZRAT MOULANA HAKIM MUHAMMAD AKHTAR SAHEB (DAAMAT-BARAKAATUHUM)
VOLUME ONE I
CONTENTS
Foreword 8
Letters Of Commendation 10 Introduction 18
Short Biography Of Moulana Rumi (Ra)20 Second Phase Of Moulana Rumi's (Ra) Life 21 Moulana Rumi's (Ra) Sickness And Death 23 Moulan A's Writings 23
Specialities Of The Mathnavi 24 Writing Style 24
Summary Of The Life Of Jalaluddin Rumi (Ra) 26 That The Mathnavi Was An Inspiration Is Alluded To By A Verse Of Moulana Rumi (Ra.) 26 The Meeting Of Moulana Rumi (Ra) And
Hazrat Shamsh T Abrezi (Ra.) 28 Akhtar's Thoughts.31
The Story Of Jaafar Al-Tayyar 32
The Story Of Sultan Mahmood Ghaznawi 36 The Story Of The Veiled Ashiq 42
The Story Of Sultan King Ibrahim Bin Adham (Ra) 48 The Story Of Hazrat Pir Changi (Ra.) 65
The Story Of The Herdsman And Nabi Moosa (As.) 70 The Story Of Hazrat Luqman (As.) 73
The Story Of The Saint In The Mountain 82 The Story Of Hazrat Bilal 85
The Story Of Sultan Mahmood And A Yaaz 91 The Story Of Hazrat Zun Noon Misry (Ra.) 94 The Story About A Cure For Sensual Love 97
A Word Of Warning Regarding Sensual Love 101
The Story Of Hazrat Shah Abul-Hasan Kharqani (R.A.) 104 The Story Of Hazrat Jalaluddin Rumi (Ra)110
The Story Of Hazrat Umar~ And The Roman Envoy 122 The Story Of The Crown Of Nabi Sulayman (As.) 124
The Story Of How A Person's Mouth Turned Skew Through Having Mentioned The Prophet's Name In Jest 125
The Story Of The 'Night Ruby Lamp' And The Water Cow 126
The Story Of The Patience And Tolerance Of Nabi Moosa (A.S.) 129 The Story Of Hazrat Safoora (As.) 130
The Story Of The Friendship Between A Frog And A Mouse 133 The Story Of The Parrot And The Shopkeeper 141
The Story Of The Ungratefulness Of Namrood 145
The Wisdom Of Hazrat Luqmaan (As.) 148 The Story Of The Acceptance Of Iiah!Ii 149
The Story About The Different Opinions On An Elephant 150 The Vain Imagination Of A Fly 152
The Story About The Treatment Fora Tanner 154 The Story Of The Bewitched Prince 155
The Story Of The Sincerity Of Hazrat All 158
The Story Of The Trader And The Captive Parrot 161 The Romans And The Chinese In Decorating164
The Story Of The Repentance Of Hazrat Nasooh ...166 The Story Of The Debate Of Hazrat All With A Rejecter169
The Story Of The Conversation Of Hazrat Mu' Awiya And Iblees171 The Story Of The Grammarian And The Sailor173
The Rejection By A Philosopher174 The Story Of Hakeem Jalinoos176
The Story Of Rasulullah's Visit To The Sick178 The Story Of The Royal Falcon180
The Story Of The Falcon And The Owls181 The Story Of Tau-Oos And The Hakeem182 The Story' Of Hazrat Anas Bin Maalik184
The Story Of A Thief At The Time Of Hazrat Umar185 The Story Of Hazrat Moosa (A.5.) Visiting The Sick187 The Story Of The Tree Of Life188
The Story Of Hazrat Izraeel (A.S.) Staring At A Person 190 The Story Of The Plan Of The Thirsty One191
The Story Of Promising To Do Something Tomorrow193 The Story Of A Mouse Leading A Camel By The Reins 195 The Story Of The Killing Of The Elephant Cub199
The Virtue Of Requesting Duah From Others201
The Story That Our Saying 'Y A Allah' Is His Reply... 203
The Story Of Majnoon Loving The Dogs From Layla's Street;204 The Story Of Layla And The Caliph Of Baghdad206
The Story Of Majnoon Writing Layla's Name On The Sand209 The Story Of Hazrat Moosa (As.) And Towheed214
The Story Of Nabi Sulayman (As.) And His Invitation To Bilqees217 The Story Of Nabi Moosa (A.5.) Inviting Fir-Aun To Islam220
The Story Of Fir-Aun Consulting With His Wife Aasiya (R.A.) Over Embracing Islam222
The Story Of Majnoon And His Camel 226
The Story Of The Person Walking With Alamp By Day228
The Story Of The Slave Who Did Not Come Out Of The Mosque231 The Story Of Nabi Esa (As.) Running Away From A Fool232
The Story Of A Two-Month Old Babe Conversing With Rasulullah $235 The Story Of An Eagle Taking Rasulullah's Socks236.
The Story Of A King And His Beloved238
The Treatment Against Looking On Evil And Figurative Love241
The Story Of A Woman Crying Before Allah Over The Loss Of Her Children243 The Story Of A Child Being Thrown Into A Fire In The Presence Of His Mother244 The Story Of The Wind's Destruction Of The People Of Nabi Hood (A.S.)246
The Story Of A Mosquito's Complaint To Nabi Sulayman (As.) 247 The Story Of The Mourning Tree249
The Story Of The Miracle Of The Gravel Pebbles250 The Story Of The Person Crying Over His Dog251
The Story Of A Yaaz And Those Who Were Jealous Of Him253
The Difference Between Ujub And Takabbur (Self-Conceit And Arrogance) 257 The Story Of Him Who Considered Himself Forced259
The Story Of A Man Who Had A Lion Drawn On His Arm261
The Story Of The Snake And The City Of Baghdad 263
Towards Following A Saintly Spiritual Guide265
Hazrat Moulana Hakim Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D.B.)
Hazrat Moulana Hakim Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D.B.) is a glittering star amongst the "Walis" of Allah. Hazrat Moulana's heart is brimming with the LOVE of Allah Ta' ala and His beloved Rasool Sayyedena Muhammad $. Readers of Hazrat Moulana Hakim Muhammad Akhtar Saheb's (D.B.) writings and listeners of his speeches are in reality drinking from the three fountains of knowledge and sincere LOVE for Allah Ta' ala and His beloved Rasool Sayyedena Muhammad $. These three great spiritual fountains are Hazrat Moulana Shah Abdul Ghani Saheb (RA.), Hazrat Moulana Shah Muhammad Ahmed Saheb (RA.) and Hazrat Moulana Shah Abrarul Haq Saheb (M.Z.) of India, in whose company Hazrat spent many years of his life and received 'khilafat' from them.
Hazrat MoulaI)a Hakim Muhammad Akhtar Saheb -(D.B.) is the author of a large number of books on various subjects, but specialising in 'Tasawwuf' and the "Maarefat" recognition of Allah Ta' ala. His commentary of the 'Masnawi Shareef' of Moulana Rumi Saheb (RA.) has been hailed by great Ulama such as Moulana Yusuf Binori Saheb (RA.), Shaikh Zakaria Saheb (R.A.), Moulana Manzoor Nomani Saheb (RA.) and Moulana Shah Abrarul Haq Saheb (D. B.) (his own Shaikh), as a commentary which ignites the love of Allah Ta' ala and which has deep effect on the hearts of the readers.
He has thousands of 'Mureeds' (disciples) in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, America, England, Canada, South Africa, Reunion and many other parts of the world. The spiritual benefit which is derived by those who spend some time in his company, sincerely desiring reformation, is clearly evident in their transformed lifestyles. The fact that great Ulama and many Ustaads of Hadith and Tafsir, who are themselves of a high spiritual rank, became "Bay'at" upon his hands, is a clear indication of his esteemed rank and profound knowledge of Deen.
Hazrat Moulana Hakim Muhammad Akhtar Saheb's (D.B.) visit to South Africa and many other countries of the world is spiritually most rejuvenating to both the young and the old, who flock in large numbers to hear his inspiring talks on various subjects. The basic theme of his talks has always been the development of the love of the Creator and Sustainer, Almighty Allah, in the hearts, the following of the beautiful lifestyle of Rasulullah $ the fulfilment of the rights of Allah Ta' ala and His Creation and abstinence from all sins, which is a guaranteed prescription of becoming a "Wali" of Allah Ta' ala.
FOREWORD
All praise is due to ALLAH TA' ALA who blessed the "ISHA' ATUL HAQ" with the bounty of undertaking the translation and publication of the "MA'AARIF- E - MATHNAVI" of Hazrat Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D.B.).
Innumerable Durood and Salaams upon our beloved Nabi Sayyedena Muhammad $ from whose ocean of knowledge and light the Ulama of the Ummat inherit; to thereby guide mankind till the day of Qiyamah.
The "MA'AARIF-E~MATHNAVI is a commentary of a selection of chapters from the famous masterpiece of Moulana Jalaluddin Rumi (RA.) , entitled "MATHNAVI-E-RUM", which is composed of some 28 000 verses of poetry - the commentry of which was undertaken by Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D.B.).
Letters and comments from great luminaries and scholars of Islam (included here-in-after) and in addition, the appreciation and recommendation by such personages of Muhadditheen, Mufassireen and Ulama, clearly indicate the distinction of the author and the esteem in which he is held.
In this day and age when materialistic prosperity is the principal aspiration, and which unfortunately surpasses Religion in terms of chief priority, life revolves entirely around carnal and sensual pleasures - thus the purpose of life itself has been forgotten and the gift of life wasted.
The beautiful characteristic traits pertaining to human excellence which includes shame, modesty, honesty, sincerity, trustworthiness, generosity, kindness etc., of 'which good character is moulded, is presently at its lowest ebb.
Hearts have become veiled in darkness and permeated with evil desires and passions - filled with malice, greed, pride, envy, jealousy etc. In satisfying these cravings of the animal self, both the heart and the soul are foolishly exchanged for that which is ephemeral and perishable.
The translation of the "MA'AARIF-E-MATHNAVI" into the English language and its publication in such desperate times is indeed a great boon for the Ummah. The translation was ably rendered by Moulana Yusuf Karan of Cape Town.
A study of the contents of the book with an open mind and with a sincere intention of following through with the advises and teachings of Moulana Jalaluddin Rumi (RA.), as well as that of the author of the commentary, Arif Billah Hazrat Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb, would be most instrumental in transforming the sensual and worldly love, to the pure, pristine, selfless and healthy love of ALLAH TA' ALA, and His beloved Prophet, Sayyedena Muhammad. It is in reality the prescription and the panacea for the maladies and ills predominant in the society.
It will rekindle the flickering flame of Imaan into a sound faith in ALLAH TA' ALA, His Exalted Status, His Power over all things, His Compassion, His Mercy and His Kindness. Likewise it would strengthen the Imaan in His Wrath and Anger over those who are persistent and heedless of their indulgence in sins, with no thought of sincere repentance. In essence, to rebuild that intimate, sincere and lasting relationship with ALLAH TA' ALA, which is a foundation for true success in both the worlds, this book is indeed a great gift.
Moulana Jalaluddin Rumi's (RA.) life and works have been covered in this volume by the author and it would not be out of place to mention that the "MATHNAVI" of Moulana Rumi (RA.) has inspired and illuminated the hearts of millions of people since it was written and has been extensively quoted by our pious Ulama and Auliya.
May ALLAH TA' ALA reward all brothers and sisters abundantly both in this world and in the hereafter, for their voluntary assistance rendered solely for His Pleasure
(MOULANA) YUNUS PATEL 22 ZIL HIJJAH (NAAZIM) ISHA' ATUL HAQ 1417 30 APRIL 1997 DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA
LETTERS OF COMMENDATION
From Shaikul Hadith Moulana Muhammad Zakariyya Kandhelwi Saheb (R.A.) Respected Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (Damat-Barakatukum),
Salaam Masnoon
I acknowledge receipt of your two books Ma-aarif-e-Mathnavi and Dunya-ki-Haqeeqat which was a source of great pleasure to me. It gives me great pleasure in that your spiritual connection was initially with Moulana Abdul Ghani Phulpuri (R.A.) and presently with Moulana Shah Abrarul Haq Saheb (M.Z.). May Allah Taala bless you abundantly from the spirituality of both of them. May Allah also grant you great rewards in both the worlds, for this most valuable and magnanimous gift to me.
I had the opportunity of listening to a reading of both the books and found the contents excellent, having great effect upon the heart. May Allah accept your efforts and make both the books a continuous act of charity for you. May Allah also enable the publication of 'Ma-aarif-e-Shamsh Tabrez' in the near future and may the readers enjoy the fruits of it.
I pray that Allah accept all your writings and make it a treasure of good deeds for you in the hereafter and may He enable you to return to Him with a good ending.
From Moulana Shah Abrarul Haq Saheb (D.B.) The Khaleefa of Hazrat Hakeemul Ummat Moulana Ashraf Ali Thanwy Saheb (R.A.)
Respected Janab Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D.B), As-Salaamo Alaikum- Wa- Rahmatullah.
I had the opportunity of perusing the various parts of Maaarif-e- Mathnavi and was greatly pleased. Masha Allah, you have given an excellent commentary of the Mathnavi Shareef. On certain days I read from it, after the Asar salaat to the congregation. It also gives me great pleasure that many of our learned elders have expressed much liking for it. Some of them are also desirous of having it published here in India.
Moulana Manzoor Nomani Saheb (D. B.), had seen a copy of Maaarif-e Mathnavi at the residence of Janab Muhammad Anwar Saheb in Jeddah. When I met him in Bombay, he informed me that the Ma- aarif-e- Mathnavi is a wonderful and a very beneficial book. He also strongly recommended that it should be published here in India. May Allah accept it and enable people to reap great benefits from it. Was-Salaam.
(Hazrat Moulana) Abrarul Haq (M.Z.)
Nazim of Madrassa Ashraful Madaaris and Majlis Da'watul Haq Hardoi, UP, India
From Hazrat Moulana Mufti Mohammed Shafee Saheb (R.A.) Mufti Azam of Pakistan and Chief Professor of Darul Uloom, Karachi
Due to my long illness and my extreme weakness I am unable to read books or to write any opinions on them. But from the parts of Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb's (D.B.) !y1a-aarif-e Mathnavi, which he read out to me and from the couple of pages which I was able to look at, I have come to the conclusion that this is a great service to Moulana Rurni's (R.A.) Mathnavi, through which it has been made easy for people to acquire benefit. May Allah in His Infinite Mercy accept it and make it beneficial- for the Muslims. And "He is the Helper on whom is our reliance. "
(Hazrat Moulana Mufti) Mohammed Shafee (R.A.) Darul Uloom, Karachi, 23 Ramadaan 1396.
From Hazrat Moulana Muhammad Yusuf Binori Saheb (R.A.) Madrassa Arabia Islamia - Newtown, Karachi
On perusing through the graceful work of Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhfar Saheb's (D. B.), Ma- aarif-e-Mathnavi, I developed such deep hearted respect and love for the Moulana which I had never imagined possible. It is a beautiful mixture of his ability to compose Persian and Urdu poetry, his pure taste, beautiful thoughts and heartfelt pains of Allah's Love. In giving an explanation of the chosen verses of Divaan-e-Shamsh Tabrez
(R.A.), who is the spiritual mentor of Moulana Rumi (R.A.), the author has produced a clear sign of hi~ sensitive taste and clear thoughts. May Allah grant those with the right taste the opportunity of gaining great benefit from it. Ameen.
(Hazrat Moulana) Muhammad Yusuf Binori (R.A.) Tuesday, 8 Rabi-ul-AwwaI1396.
From Moulana Muhammad Ashiq Ilahi Bulandshari Saheb (D.B.) Professor of Hadith, Darul Uloom, Karachi
The Mathnavi of Moulana Rumi (R.A.) is a very bulky work. It is not easy for everyone to derive benefit from it, especially in these days when very few people know the Persian language. The standard of Persian required is extremely high in order to understand the Mathnavi properly.
Moreover, the understanding of a specific book is not entirely dependent upon knowing the language alone. Understanding it properly has much to do with the heart and the soul. Moulana Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D.B.) is a Sheikh of the Chishtiya order, a Khalifa of the order of Moulana Thanwy (R.A.), and as such has a special connection with understanding the Mathnavi. The meanings of the Mathnavi are inscribed upon his heart. He has spent many long and arduous hours in explaining in simple Urdu this collection of Mathnavi verses and writings. This is not merely an exposition of the Mathnavi. It is a path laid for those treading the way of the Sufi. As Allah says: "And through the stars they are guided".
May Allah accept these valiant efforts of Moulana Akhtar Saheb (D.B.) and may He make this Book a light for those treading on the path of Tariqat, "And that is indeed easy for Him"
Muhammad Ashiq Ilahi Bulandshari (b.B.) 20 Jamad-al-Ula 1393
From Moulana Mufti Walee Hasen Tonki Saheb (R.A.) Madrassa Arabia Islamia - Newtown, Karachi The Mathnavi by Moulana Rumi (R.A.) is a unique book. In actual
fact it is a book on the principles of Deen wherein instead of masails on IImul Kalaam being solved through proofs, they are proven through ecstatic experience and preaching. Through it hundreds of thousands have become endowed with the light of Imaan and the true light of humanity. Their doubts have disappeared. Not only have their doubts vanished, but they also have acquired the ecstasy of Divine love. It is a milestone on the road towards reformation and reparation. Ma-aarif-e-Mathnavi is now before you in a special' order of chosen references written in simple Urdu by Hazrat Muhammad Hakeem Akhtar Saheb (D.B). I had the opportunity of looking through some parts of the book. The explanation is in simple Urdu, which will prove to be of great benefit. May Allah reward the writer thereof and increase his ranks. and enable people to derive great benefit from it.
Walee Hasen Tonki (R.A.)
Teacher, Madrassa Arabia Islamia, Karachi 5 15 Jamad-as- Thaani 1393
From Hazrat Dr Muhammad Abdul Hay (BA; LLB; MS) (R.A.) The Khaleefa of Hakeemul Ummat Hazrat Moulana Ashraf AU Thanwy (R.A.)
The Respected Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D.B.) read to me his Urdu commentary of some verses from the Mathnavi. I found the verses to be filled with various inspired topics of tasawwuf. The true effect of these verses can only be felt by reading them. The author has also made part of his book, Ma-aarif-e-Mathnavi, his own composition of Mathnavi and named it Mathnivi-e-Akhtar.
In Ma-aarif-e-Mathnavi, the author divided Moulana Rumi's (R.A.) Mathnavi into various topics, each one being a subject in itself and in this manner he aptly connected the stories narrated with each other. In this way the Mathnavi of Moulana Rumi (R.A. )has been arranged in a wonderful manner which is filled with ecstasy and benefit for those with interest. May Allah reward the author for this service and grant that people may acquire benefit from it. Ameen.
Muhammad Abdul Hay (R.A.)
24 Ramadaan 1392 (1st November 1976)
From Moulana Mufti Rasheed Ahmad Ludhianwy Saheb (D.B.) Rector of Ashraful Madaaris, Nazimabad, Karachi
Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D. B.) has at various times during the preparation of his writings, Ma-aarife-Mathnavi and Mathnavi-e-Akhtar, recited some sections of his work-which created ecstasy and great pleasure in the heart. In actual fact, these writings are the spiritual blessings of Hazrat Phulpuri (R.A.). Hazrat Phulpuri (R.A.) was an embodiment and personal exposition of Moulana Rumi's (R.A.) Mathnavi. If he chose Moulana Akhtar (D.B.) as his spokesman, one can only imagine how much duas he must have made for Moulana Akhtar's (D. B.) writings and speeches. May Allah grant acceptance and make it beneficial. Ameen.
Rasheed Ahmad (D.B.) 20 Shawaal1392
Hazrat Moulana Zafar Ahmad Uthmaani Thanwy Saheb (D. B.) Shaikul Hadith, Darul Uloom Islamia, Tandolayaar
I had the opportunity to peruse through some parts of the Urdu translation of Moulana Rumi's (R.A.) Mathnavi by Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D.B.). Masha Allah, it is an excellent presentation.
May Allah Taala accept the services rendered by Moulana Akhtar (D. B.) and enable it to be beneficial to the Muslims. Wassallam
Zafar Ahmad Uthmani (D.B.) 4 Zul Qa'dah 1392
From Hazrat Moulana Muhamadullah Saheb (R.A.) of Dacca, Khaleefa of Hakeemul Ummat Hazrat Moulana Ashra' f Ali Thanwy (R.A.)
I have been given the opportunity of perusing through Mathnavi-e-Akhtar which consists of various verses of poetry expounding various topics of tasawwuf. I have personally derived great benefit from it. From the expositions of love and the shining lights of Ma'.rifat, which I perceived in them, I was indeed able to imagine the amount of spiritual lights that must, of necessity, be experienced in his explanations of the Maarif-e-Mathnavi. I have the hope that all seekers of Allah will derive great benefit from this book. I pray that Allah grant the author great spiritual advancement and also grant His servants the blessings of the author's companionship, his speech and his
writings.
Muhammadullah Dhakawy (RA.) Haram Shareef, Mecca
26 Zil Qadah 1392
From Hazrat Moulana Muhammad At-har Ali Saheb (R.A.) Khaleefa of Hazrat Hakeemul Ummat Moulana Ashraf Ali Thanwy (R.A.)
Respected Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D.B.) Assalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah Wabarakaatuh.
On perusing through the copy of Ma-aarif-e-Mathnavi, I found a great liking for it. Besides this liking, I also found it filled with treatment for evil propensities and the means of attaining virtues for the soul. May Allah enable it to become beneficial both for myself and for the entire Ummat. I beg of you to pray on my behalf that Allah grant me a good ending and the ability to work righteously and to be obedient to His Will. Ameen.
Muhammad At-har Ali (RA.), Dacca
From Moulana Muhammad Abdullah Saheb (D.B.) Mufti, Khayrul-Madaaris, Multan
I was very much pleased to have read Ma-aarif-e-Mathnavi. In it the teachings of Moulana Rumi (RA.) have been expounded in such a beautiful manner and in such an easy language that all can understand it. This is the great achievement of Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D.B.). In this materialistic world, this spiritual gift is indeed a worthy and a necessary present. This book should be given prominence in all libraries and included in all Urdu Curricula and Deeni Madrassas as well. In it the flowers from the garden of Moulana Phulpuri (RA.) has been arranged in an orderly manner.
There is one couplet from Moulana Akhtar 's (D.B.) Mathnavi, which is quoted at the end of the book, which has affected my heart:
"Leave out the Kingdom, Go for the Master of the Kingdoms
So that Oh! You poor one, You may own thousands of Kingdoms"
This couplet has a great lesson for us in this world. Instead of wasting time reading useless literature forms, a study of this
. book will indeed bring peace to the heart. The other works of Moulana Akhtar (D. B.) viz. "Ma'rifat Ilahiyya", "Ma-iyyat Ilahiyya" have also been well accepted by all the men of knowledge. This book by Moulana Akhtar (D.B.) will be a treasure for the men of knowledge, for the men of letters and for the men of tasawwuf.
Muhammad Abdullah (D.B.) Arabic
INTRDUCTION
I had great love, admiration and connection with Moulana Jalaluddin Rumi (RA.) and his Mathnavi, before I even reached the age of maturity. Later Allah blessed me with such a Sheikh who also happened to be a great lover of the Mathnavi He would
say:
"The Mathnavi is filled with burning love and lights the fire of love in the hearts of those who read it."
This Sheikh, Moulana Abdul Ghani Phulpuri (RA.) would teach the Mathnavi daily to his class after Asar Salaah, and he would present it in such a manner that it would create a vibration
in the heart's of the listeners.
I have acquired much spiritual blessings from the Mathnavi and even in my other books like Marifat-e- Ilahiyya, etc. the blessings of the Mathnavi are most glaring. Whenever I quoted some lines from the Mathnavi to Hazrat Phulpuri (RA.) and explained the meaning thereof in his presence, which I had been inspired with, he used to become very happy and tearful on hearing my expositions. One day, a strange condition came over me. I was sitting in his presence after Fajar Salaah and, having sought his permission, began expounding a commentary on some Mathnavi verses. Hazrat Phulpuri (RA.) listened with great attention until eleven 0' clock Le. for 5 solid hours he listened to my commentary. During the reading a strange emotional state overtook us, so much so that both Hazrat Phulpuri (RA.) and I wept.
"The eye of the beloved too is in tears today O! extreme sigh, now what is your view"
Due to my heart-felt connections and love for the Mathnavi, it had always been my wish, that Allah should enable me to pen down the knowledge and wisdom contained in the Mathnavi in such a manner, that the love for Allah and the longing for Him would also be created in the hearts of the readers.
My duty will be to explain the love of Allah to all and sundry and thereafter whosoever has been chosen for it, and who is found befitting and suitable to receive this Divine Love, will become influenced towards it and it will become a "Sadaqah ]ariyah" (act of recurring reward) for me.
"Having fallen madly in love, We will make all mankind mad From the mimbar We will invite all towards Thy love."
All praise be
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MA-AARIF–E MATHNAVI
A Commentary of the Mathnavi of Maulana Jalaluddin Rumi (R.A.) BY HAZRAT MOULANA HAKIM MUHAMMAD AKHTAR SAHEB (DAAMAT-BARAKAATUHUM)
VOLUME ONE I
CONTENTS
Foreword 8
Letters Of Commendation 10 Introduction 18
Short Biography Of Moulana Rumi (Ra)20 Second Phase Of Moulana Rumi's (Ra) Life 21 Moulana Rumi's (Ra) Sickness And Death 23 Moulan A's Writings 23
Specialities Of The Mathnavi 24 Writing Style 24
Summary Of The Life Of Jalaluddin Rumi (Ra) 26 That The Mathnavi Was An Inspiration Is Alluded To By A Verse Of Moulana Rumi (Ra.) 26 The Meeting Of Moulana Rumi (Ra) And
Hazrat Shamsh T Abrezi (Ra.) 28 Akhtar's Thoughts.31
The Story Of Jaafar Al-Tayyar 32
The Story Of Sultan Mahmood Ghaznawi 36 The Story Of The Veiled Ashiq 42
The Story Of Sultan King Ibrahim Bin Adham (Ra) 48 The Story Of Hazrat Pir Changi (Ra.) 65
The Story Of The Herdsman And Nabi Moosa (As.) 70 The Story Of Hazrat Luqman (As.) 73
The Story Of The Saint In The Mountain 82 The Story Of Hazrat Bilal 85
The Story Of Sultan Mahmood And A Yaaz 91 The Story Of Hazrat Zun Noon Misry (Ra.) 94 The Story About A Cure For Sensual Love 97
A Word Of Warning Regarding Sensual Love 101
The Story Of Hazrat Shah Abul-Hasan Kharqani (R.A.) 104 The Story Of Hazrat Jalaluddin Rumi (Ra)110
The Story Of Hazrat Umar~ And The Roman Envoy 122 The Story Of The Crown Of Nabi Sulayman (As.) 124
The Story Of How A Person's Mouth Turned Skew Through Having Mentioned The Prophet's Name In Jest 125
The Story Of The 'Night Ruby Lamp' And The Water Cow 126
The Story Of The Patience And Tolerance Of Nabi Moosa (A.S.) 129 The Story Of Hazrat Safoora (As.) 130
The Story Of The Friendship Between A Frog And A Mouse 133 The Story Of The Parrot And The Shopkeeper 141
The Story Of The Ungratefulness Of Namrood 145
The Wisdom Of Hazrat Luqmaan (As.) 148 The Story Of The Acceptance Of Iiah!Ii 149
The Story About The Different Opinions On An Elephant 150 The Vain Imagination Of A Fly 152
The Story About The Treatment Fora Tanner 154 The Story Of The Bewitched Prince 155
The Story Of The Sincerity Of Hazrat All 158
The Story Of The Trader And The Captive Parrot 161 The Romans And The Chinese In Decorating164
The Story Of The Repentance Of Hazrat Nasooh ...166 The Story Of The Debate Of Hazrat All With A Rejecter169
The Story Of The Conversation Of Hazrat Mu' Awiya And Iblees171 The Story Of The Grammarian And The Sailor173
The Rejection By A Philosopher174 The Story Of Hakeem Jalinoos176
The Story Of Rasulullah's Visit To The Sick178 The Story Of The Royal Falcon180
The Story Of The Falcon And The Owls181 The Story Of Tau-Oos And The Hakeem182 The Story' Of Hazrat Anas Bin Maalik184
The Story Of A Thief At The Time Of Hazrat Umar185 The Story Of Hazrat Moosa (A.5.) Visiting The Sick187 The Story Of The Tree Of Life188
The Story Of Hazrat Izraeel (A.S.) Staring At A Person 190 The Story Of The Plan Of The Thirsty One191
The Story Of Promising To Do Something Tomorrow193 The Story Of A Mouse Leading A Camel By The Reins 195 The Story Of The Killing Of The Elephant Cub199
The Virtue Of Requesting Duah From Others201
The Story That Our Saying 'Y A Allah' Is His Reply... 203
The Story Of Majnoon Loving The Dogs From Layla's Street;204 The Story Of Layla And The Caliph Of Baghdad206
The Story Of Majnoon Writing Layla's Name On The Sand209 The Story Of Hazrat Moosa (As.) And Towheed214
The Story Of Nabi Sulayman (As.) And His Invitation To Bilqees217 The Story Of Nabi Moosa (A.5.) Inviting Fir-Aun To Islam220
The Story Of Fir-Aun Consulting With His Wife Aasiya (R.A.) Over Embracing Islam222
The Story Of Majnoon And His Camel 226
The Story Of The Person Walking With Alamp By Day228
The Story Of The Slave Who Did Not Come Out Of The Mosque231 The Story Of Nabi Esa (As.) Running Away From A Fool232
The Story Of A Two-Month Old Babe Conversing With Rasulullah $235 The Story Of An Eagle Taking Rasulullah's Socks236.
The Story Of A King And His Beloved238
The Treatment Against Looking On Evil And Figurative Love241
The Story Of A Woman Crying Before Allah Over The Loss Of Her Children243 The Story Of A Child Being Thrown Into A Fire In The Presence Of His Mother244 The Story Of The Wind's Destruction Of The People Of Nabi Hood (A.S.)246
The Story Of A Mosquito's Complaint To Nabi Sulayman (As.) 247 The Story Of The Mourning Tree249
The Story Of The Miracle Of The Gravel Pebbles250 The Story Of The Person Crying Over His Dog251
The Story Of A Yaaz And Those Who Were Jealous Of Him253
The Difference Between Ujub And Takabbur (Self-Conceit And Arrogance) 257 The Story Of Him Who Considered Himself Forced259
The Story Of A Man Who Had A Lion Drawn On His Arm261
The Story Of The Snake And The City Of Baghdad 263
Towards Following A Saintly Spiritual Guide265
Hazrat Moulana Hakim Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D.B.)
Hazrat Moulana Hakim Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D.B.) is a glittering star amongst the "Walis" of Allah. Hazrat Moulana's heart is brimming with the LOVE of Allah Ta' ala and His beloved Rasool Sayyedena Muhammad $. Readers of Hazrat Moulana Hakim Muhammad Akhtar Saheb's (D.B.) writings and listeners of his speeches are in reality drinking from the three fountains of knowledge and sincere LOVE for Allah Ta' ala and His beloved Rasool Sayyedena Muhammad $. These three great spiritual fountains are Hazrat Moulana Shah Abdul Ghani Saheb (RA.), Hazrat Moulana Shah Muhammad Ahmed Saheb (RA.) and Hazrat Moulana Shah Abrarul Haq Saheb (M.Z.) of India, in whose company Hazrat spent many years of his life and received 'khilafat' from them.
Hazrat MoulaI)a Hakim Muhammad Akhtar Saheb -(D.B.) is the author of a large number of books on various subjects, but specialising in 'Tasawwuf' and the "Maarefat" recognition of Allah Ta' ala. His commentary of the 'Masnawi Shareef' of Moulana Rumi Saheb (RA.) has been hailed by great Ulama such as Moulana Yusuf Binori Saheb (RA.), Shaikh Zakaria Saheb (R.A.), Moulana Manzoor Nomani Saheb (RA.) and Moulana Shah Abrarul Haq Saheb (D. B.) (his own Shaikh), as a commentary which ignites the love of Allah Ta' ala and which has deep effect on the hearts of the readers.
He has thousands of 'Mureeds' (disciples) in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, America, England, Canada, South Africa, Reunion and many other parts of the world. The spiritual benefit which is derived by those who spend some time in his company, sincerely desiring reformation, is clearly evident in their transformed lifestyles. The fact that great Ulama and many Ustaads of Hadith and Tafsir, who are themselves of a high spiritual rank, became "Bay'at" upon his hands, is a clear indication of his esteemed rank and profound knowledge of Deen.
Hazrat Moulana Hakim Muhammad Akhtar Saheb's (D.B.) visit to South Africa and many other countries of the world is spiritually most rejuvenating to both the young and the old, who flock in large numbers to hear his inspiring talks on various subjects. The basic theme of his talks has always been the development of the love of the Creator and Sustainer, Almighty Allah, in the hearts, the following of the beautiful lifestyle of Rasulullah $ the fulfilment of the rights of Allah Ta' ala and His Creation and abstinence from all sins, which is a guaranteed prescription of becoming a "Wali" of Allah Ta' ala.
FOREWORD
All praise is due to ALLAH TA' ALA who blessed the "ISHA' ATUL HAQ" with the bounty of undertaking the translation and publication of the "MA'AARIF- E - MATHNAVI" of Hazrat Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D.B.).
Innumerable Durood and Salaams upon our beloved Nabi Sayyedena Muhammad $ from whose ocean of knowledge and light the Ulama of the Ummat inherit; to thereby guide mankind till the day of Qiyamah.
The "MA'AARIF-E~MATHNAVI is a commentary of a selection of chapters from the famous masterpiece of Moulana Jalaluddin Rumi (RA.) , entitled "MATHNAVI-E-RUM", which is composed of some 28 000 verses of poetry - the commentry of which was undertaken by Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D.B.).
Letters and comments from great luminaries and scholars of Islam (included here-in-after) and in addition, the appreciation and recommendation by such personages of Muhadditheen, Mufassireen and Ulama, clearly indicate the distinction of the author and the esteem in which he is held.
In this day and age when materialistic prosperity is the principal aspiration, and which unfortunately surpasses Religion in terms of chief priority, life revolves entirely around carnal and sensual pleasures - thus the purpose of life itself has been forgotten and the gift of life wasted.
The beautiful characteristic traits pertaining to human excellence which includes shame, modesty, honesty, sincerity, trustworthiness, generosity, kindness etc., of 'which good character is moulded, is presently at its lowest ebb.
Hearts have become veiled in darkness and permeated with evil desires and passions - filled with malice, greed, pride, envy, jealousy etc. In satisfying these cravings of the animal self, both the heart and the soul are foolishly exchanged for that which is ephemeral and perishable.
The translation of the "MA'AARIF-E-MATHNAVI" into the English language and its publication in such desperate times is indeed a great boon for the Ummah. The translation was ably rendered by Moulana Yusuf Karan of Cape Town.
A study of the contents of the book with an open mind and with a sincere intention of following through with the advises and teachings of Moulana Jalaluddin Rumi (RA.), as well as that of the author of the commentary, Arif Billah Hazrat Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb, would be most instrumental in transforming the sensual and worldly love, to the pure, pristine, selfless and healthy love of ALLAH TA' ALA, and His beloved Prophet, Sayyedena Muhammad. It is in reality the prescription and the panacea for the maladies and ills predominant in the society.
It will rekindle the flickering flame of Imaan into a sound faith in ALLAH TA' ALA, His Exalted Status, His Power over all things, His Compassion, His Mercy and His Kindness. Likewise it would strengthen the Imaan in His Wrath and Anger over those who are persistent and heedless of their indulgence in sins, with no thought of sincere repentance. In essence, to rebuild that intimate, sincere and lasting relationship with ALLAH TA' ALA, which is a foundation for true success in both the worlds, this book is indeed a great gift.
Moulana Jalaluddin Rumi's (RA.) life and works have been covered in this volume by the author and it would not be out of place to mention that the "MATHNAVI" of Moulana Rumi (RA.) has inspired and illuminated the hearts of millions of people since it was written and has been extensively quoted by our pious Ulama and Auliya.
May ALLAH TA' ALA reward all brothers and sisters abundantly both in this world and in the hereafter, for their voluntary assistance rendered solely for His Pleasure
(MOULANA) YUNUS PATEL 22 ZIL HIJJAH (NAAZIM) ISHA' ATUL HAQ 1417 30 APRIL 1997 DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA
LETTERS OF COMMENDATION
From Shaikul Hadith Moulana Muhammad Zakariyya Kandhelwi Saheb (R.A.) Respected Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (Damat-Barakatukum),
Salaam Masnoon
I acknowledge receipt of your two books Ma-aarif-e-Mathnavi and Dunya-ki-Haqeeqat which was a source of great pleasure to me. It gives me great pleasure in that your spiritual connection was initially with Moulana Abdul Ghani Phulpuri (R.A.) and presently with Moulana Shah Abrarul Haq Saheb (M.Z.). May Allah Taala bless you abundantly from the spirituality of both of them. May Allah also grant you great rewards in both the worlds, for this most valuable and magnanimous gift to me.
I had the opportunity of listening to a reading of both the books and found the contents excellent, having great effect upon the heart. May Allah accept your efforts and make both the books a continuous act of charity for you. May Allah also enable the publication of 'Ma-aarif-e-Shamsh Tabrez' in the near future and may the readers enjoy the fruits of it.
I pray that Allah accept all your writings and make it a treasure of good deeds for you in the hereafter and may He enable you to return to Him with a good ending.
From Moulana Shah Abrarul Haq Saheb (D.B.) The Khaleefa of Hazrat Hakeemul Ummat Moulana Ashraf Ali Thanwy Saheb (R.A.)
Respected Janab Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D.B), As-Salaamo Alaikum- Wa- Rahmatullah.
I had the opportunity of perusing the various parts of Maaarif-e- Mathnavi and was greatly pleased. Masha Allah, you have given an excellent commentary of the Mathnavi Shareef. On certain days I read from it, after the Asar salaat to the congregation. It also gives me great pleasure that many of our learned elders have expressed much liking for it. Some of them are also desirous of having it published here in India.
Moulana Manzoor Nomani Saheb (D. B.), had seen a copy of Maaarif-e Mathnavi at the residence of Janab Muhammad Anwar Saheb in Jeddah. When I met him in Bombay, he informed me that the Ma- aarif-e- Mathnavi is a wonderful and a very beneficial book. He also strongly recommended that it should be published here in India. May Allah accept it and enable people to reap great benefits from it. Was-Salaam.
(Hazrat Moulana) Abrarul Haq (M.Z.)
Nazim of Madrassa Ashraful Madaaris and Majlis Da'watul Haq Hardoi, UP, India
From Hazrat Moulana Mufti Mohammed Shafee Saheb (R.A.) Mufti Azam of Pakistan and Chief Professor of Darul Uloom, Karachi
Due to my long illness and my extreme weakness I am unable to read books or to write any opinions on them. But from the parts of Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb's (D.B.) !y1a-aarif-e Mathnavi, which he read out to me and from the couple of pages which I was able to look at, I have come to the conclusion that this is a great service to Moulana Rurni's (R.A.) Mathnavi, through which it has been made easy for people to acquire benefit. May Allah in His Infinite Mercy accept it and make it beneficial- for the Muslims. And "He is the Helper on whom is our reliance. "
(Hazrat Moulana Mufti) Mohammed Shafee (R.A.) Darul Uloom, Karachi, 23 Ramadaan 1396.
From Hazrat Moulana Muhammad Yusuf Binori Saheb (R.A.) Madrassa Arabia Islamia - Newtown, Karachi
On perusing through the graceful work of Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhfar Saheb's (D. B.), Ma- aarif-e-Mathnavi, I developed such deep hearted respect and love for the Moulana which I had never imagined possible. It is a beautiful mixture of his ability to compose Persian and Urdu poetry, his pure taste, beautiful thoughts and heartfelt pains of Allah's Love. In giving an explanation of the chosen verses of Divaan-e-Shamsh Tabrez
(R.A.), who is the spiritual mentor of Moulana Rumi (R.A.), the author has produced a clear sign of hi~ sensitive taste and clear thoughts. May Allah grant those with the right taste the opportunity of gaining great benefit from it. Ameen.
(Hazrat Moulana) Muhammad Yusuf Binori (R.A.) Tuesday, 8 Rabi-ul-AwwaI1396.
From Moulana Muhammad Ashiq Ilahi Bulandshari Saheb (D.B.) Professor of Hadith, Darul Uloom, Karachi
The Mathnavi of Moulana Rumi (R.A.) is a very bulky work. It is not easy for everyone to derive benefit from it, especially in these days when very few people know the Persian language. The standard of Persian required is extremely high in order to understand the Mathnavi properly.
Moreover, the understanding of a specific book is not entirely dependent upon knowing the language alone. Understanding it properly has much to do with the heart and the soul. Moulana Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D.B.) is a Sheikh of the Chishtiya order, a Khalifa of the order of Moulana Thanwy (R.A.), and as such has a special connection with understanding the Mathnavi. The meanings of the Mathnavi are inscribed upon his heart. He has spent many long and arduous hours in explaining in simple Urdu this collection of Mathnavi verses and writings. This is not merely an exposition of the Mathnavi. It is a path laid for those treading the way of the Sufi. As Allah says: "And through the stars they are guided".
May Allah accept these valiant efforts of Moulana Akhtar Saheb (D.B.) and may He make this Book a light for those treading on the path of Tariqat, "And that is indeed easy for Him"
Muhammad Ashiq Ilahi Bulandshari (b.B.) 20 Jamad-al-Ula 1393
From Moulana Mufti Walee Hasen Tonki Saheb (R.A.) Madrassa Arabia Islamia - Newtown, Karachi The Mathnavi by Moulana Rumi (R.A.) is a unique book. In actual
fact it is a book on the principles of Deen wherein instead of masails on IImul Kalaam being solved through proofs, they are proven through ecstatic experience and preaching. Through it hundreds of thousands have become endowed with the light of Imaan and the true light of humanity. Their doubts have disappeared. Not only have their doubts vanished, but they also have acquired the ecstasy of Divine love. It is a milestone on the road towards reformation and reparation. Ma-aarif-e-Mathnavi is now before you in a special' order of chosen references written in simple Urdu by Hazrat Muhammad Hakeem Akhtar Saheb (D.B). I had the opportunity of looking through some parts of the book. The explanation is in simple Urdu, which will prove to be of great benefit. May Allah reward the writer thereof and increase his ranks. and enable people to derive great benefit from it.
Walee Hasen Tonki (R.A.)
Teacher, Madrassa Arabia Islamia, Karachi 5 15 Jamad-as- Thaani 1393
From Hazrat Dr Muhammad Abdul Hay (BA; LLB; MS) (R.A.) The Khaleefa of Hakeemul Ummat Hazrat Moulana Ashraf AU Thanwy (R.A.)
The Respected Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D.B.) read to me his Urdu commentary of some verses from the Mathnavi. I found the verses to be filled with various inspired topics of tasawwuf. The true effect of these verses can only be felt by reading them. The author has also made part of his book, Ma-aarif-e-Mathnavi, his own composition of Mathnavi and named it Mathnivi-e-Akhtar.
In Ma-aarif-e-Mathnavi, the author divided Moulana Rumi's (R.A.) Mathnavi into various topics, each one being a subject in itself and in this manner he aptly connected the stories narrated with each other. In this way the Mathnavi of Moulana Rumi (R.A. )has been arranged in a wonderful manner which is filled with ecstasy and benefit for those with interest. May Allah reward the author for this service and grant that people may acquire benefit from it. Ameen.
Muhammad Abdul Hay (R.A.)
24 Ramadaan 1392 (1st November 1976)
From Moulana Mufti Rasheed Ahmad Ludhianwy Saheb (D.B.) Rector of Ashraful Madaaris, Nazimabad, Karachi
Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D. B.) has at various times during the preparation of his writings, Ma-aarife-Mathnavi and Mathnavi-e-Akhtar, recited some sections of his work-which created ecstasy and great pleasure in the heart. In actual fact, these writings are the spiritual blessings of Hazrat Phulpuri (R.A.). Hazrat Phulpuri (R.A.) was an embodiment and personal exposition of Moulana Rumi's (R.A.) Mathnavi. If he chose Moulana Akhtar (D.B.) as his spokesman, one can only imagine how much duas he must have made for Moulana Akhtar's (D. B.) writings and speeches. May Allah grant acceptance and make it beneficial. Ameen.
Rasheed Ahmad (D.B.) 20 Shawaal1392
Hazrat Moulana Zafar Ahmad Uthmaani Thanwy Saheb (D. B.) Shaikul Hadith, Darul Uloom Islamia, Tandolayaar
I had the opportunity to peruse through some parts of the Urdu translation of Moulana Rumi's (R.A.) Mathnavi by Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D.B.). Masha Allah, it is an excellent presentation.
May Allah Taala accept the services rendered by Moulana Akhtar (D. B.) and enable it to be beneficial to the Muslims. Wassallam
Zafar Ahmad Uthmani (D.B.) 4 Zul Qa'dah 1392
From Hazrat Moulana Muhamadullah Saheb (R.A.) of Dacca, Khaleefa of Hakeemul Ummat Hazrat Moulana Ashra' f Ali Thanwy (R.A.)
I have been given the opportunity of perusing through Mathnavi-e-Akhtar which consists of various verses of poetry expounding various topics of tasawwuf. I have personally derived great benefit from it. From the expositions of love and the shining lights of Ma'.rifat, which I perceived in them, I was indeed able to imagine the amount of spiritual lights that must, of necessity, be experienced in his explanations of the Maarif-e-Mathnavi. I have the hope that all seekers of Allah will derive great benefit from this book. I pray that Allah grant the author great spiritual advancement and also grant His servants the blessings of the author's companionship, his speech and his
writings.
Muhammadullah Dhakawy (RA.) Haram Shareef, Mecca
26 Zil Qadah 1392
From Hazrat Moulana Muhammad At-har Ali Saheb (R.A.) Khaleefa of Hazrat Hakeemul Ummat Moulana Ashraf Ali Thanwy (R.A.)
Respected Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D.B.) Assalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah Wabarakaatuh.
On perusing through the copy of Ma-aarif-e-Mathnavi, I found a great liking for it. Besides this liking, I also found it filled with treatment for evil propensities and the means of attaining virtues for the soul. May Allah enable it to become beneficial both for myself and for the entire Ummat. I beg of you to pray on my behalf that Allah grant me a good ending and the ability to work righteously and to be obedient to His Will. Ameen.
Muhammad At-har Ali (RA.), Dacca
From Moulana Muhammad Abdullah Saheb (D.B.) Mufti, Khayrul-Madaaris, Multan
I was very much pleased to have read Ma-aarif-e-Mathnavi. In it the teachings of Moulana Rumi (RA.) have been expounded in such a beautiful manner and in such an easy language that all can understand it. This is the great achievement of Moulana Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar Saheb (D.B.). In this materialistic world, this spiritual gift is indeed a worthy and a necessary present. This book should be given prominence in all libraries and included in all Urdu Curricula and Deeni Madrassas as well. In it the flowers from the garden of Moulana Phulpuri (RA.) has been arranged in an orderly manner.
There is one couplet from Moulana Akhtar 's (D.B.) Mathnavi, which is quoted at the end of the book, which has affected my heart:
"Leave out the Kingdom, Go for the Master of the Kingdoms
So that Oh! You poor one, You may own thousands of Kingdoms"
This couplet has a great lesson for us in this world. Instead of wasting time reading useless literature forms, a study of this
. book will indeed bring peace to the heart. The other works of Moulana Akhtar (D. B.) viz. "Ma'rifat Ilahiyya", "Ma-iyyat Ilahiyya" have also been well accepted by all the men of knowledge. This book by Moulana Akhtar (D.B.) will be a treasure for the men of knowledge, for the men of letters and for the men of tasawwuf.
Muhammad Abdullah (D.B.) Arabic
INTRDUCTION
I had great love, admiration and connection with Moulana Jalaluddin Rumi (RA.) and his Mathnavi, before I even reached the age of maturity. Later Allah blessed me with such a Sheikh who also happened to be a great lover of the Mathnavi He would
say:
"The Mathnavi is filled with burning love and lights the fire of love in the hearts of those who read it."
This Sheikh, Moulana Abdul Ghani Phulpuri (RA.) would teach the Mathnavi daily to his class after Asar Salaah, and he would present it in such a manner that it would create a vibration
in the heart's of the listeners.
I have acquired much spiritual blessings from the Mathnavi and even in my other books like Marifat-e- Ilahiyya, etc. the blessings of the Mathnavi are most glaring. Whenever I quoted some lines from the Mathnavi to Hazrat Phulpuri (RA.) and explained the meaning thereof in his presence, which I had been inspired with, he used to become very happy and tearful on hearing my expositions. One day, a strange condition came over me. I was sitting in his presence after Fajar Salaah and, having sought his permission, began expounding a commentary on some Mathnavi verses. Hazrat Phulpuri (RA.) listened with great attention until eleven 0' clock Le. for 5 solid hours he listened to my commentary. During the reading a strange emotional state overtook us, so much so that both Hazrat Phulpuri (RA.) and I wept.
"The eye of the beloved too is in tears today O! extreme sigh, now what is your view"
Due to my heart-felt connections and love for the Mathnavi, it had always been my wish, that Allah should enable me to pen down the knowledge and wisdom contained in the Mathnavi in such a manner, that the love for Allah and the longing for Him would also be created in the hearts of the readers.
My duty will be to explain the love of Allah to all and sundry and thereafter whosoever has been chosen for it, and who is found befitting and suitable to receive this Divine Love, will become influenced towards it and it will become a "Sadaqah ]ariyah" (act of recurring reward) for me.
"Having fallen madly in love, We will make all mankind mad From the mimbar We will invite all towards Thy love."
All praise be
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