Monday, January 16, 2012
Dargha Shareef of Qutubu Zaman Syed Moula al Bukhari(qs)
Shaikh ‘Umar al-Qahiri (qs)
Shaikh ‘Umar al-Qahiri (Qaddasallahu Sirrahul Azeez)
The zealous missionary and elegant Sufi poet, Shaikh ‘Umar b. ‘Abdu-l Qadir al-Qahiri, popularly known as ‘Umar Waliyullah (உமர் வலியுல்லாஹ்) in the Arwi region, was a reputed scholar and a devout Sufi. His grandmother was a daughter of the renowned Arwi Saint, Shaikh Sadaqatu-Llah b. Sulaiman al-Qahiri, known more commonly as Sadaqatullah Appa (சதகதுல்லாஹ் அப்பா).
His Education
He mastered the Arabic language and was well versed in theology [aqidah], jurisprudence [fiqh] and spirituality [tasawwuf]. He attained his early education and was initiated into the Qadiri path by the venerable Shaikh Muhammad al-Nuski, popularly known as Pal-Kudi Appa (பால்-குடி அப்பா). He was also initiated into the Qadiri path and anointed as deputy [khalifa] by the sage and saint from Hadramawt, Sayyid Jifri Tangal.His Travels
He journeyed extensively to spread the message of Islam. He also went to perform Hajj and Ziyarah of Habib al-Mustafa, Allah bless him and give him peace, in Madinatu-l Munawwarah. Here he met the scholar and saint, Sayyid Muhsin al-Mukaibali. In his company, he witnessed unveilings and experienced spiritual openings. After five years in the city of the beloved Prophet - first as teacher then as principal of an institution there - he returned back to his birthplace in South India, Kayalpatnam.His return back home marked the start of another crucial phase of his spiritual development and wayfaring. One day, while leading the congregational prayer at the Makhdum Mosque in Kayalpatnam, he heard the call from the pole of the age [Qutbu-z Zaman], Sayyid Muhammad Bukhari Thangal of KANNUR , Kerala. He duly set off in search of his final spiritual master, who embraced him with open arms and initiated him into the Qadiri path and appointed him as his inheritor and a spiritual guide in his own right. Following this, Sayyid Muhammad Bukhari THangal made a ceremonial visit to Kayalpatnam where he was warmly welcomed at the seashore by the people of the town who humbly gave bai’ah to him.
Following these momentous incidents, on the instructions of his Spiritual Master, he went to the Dutch East Indies in 1177 AH. He established a number of madrasas (known as Pesantharan) in the jungles of Aceh Daru-s Salam and other parts of Sumatra (present day Indonesia). Whilst there, he met many mystics resulting in much mutual benefit. He ended up spending fourteen years in missionary activities in the region. This intense period of continued meditation, spiritual practices and deep prayers resulted in spiritual openings beyond description. Allah bestowed upon him Divine Grace [tawfiq] and exhibited many miraculous exploits [karamat] at his hands, including curing people of their illnesses.
His Writings
On return to India from the Far East, he began composing spiritual odes [qasa'id] of utmost elegance on mystical themes. Twelve of his stupendous compositions have been collated in two anthologies, Nuru-l ‘Aynayn and Mukhammas Dhukhru-l Ma’ad. The most acclaimed of his works is Qasidatu-l Allafa-l Alif. The amazing lines of this poem speak of the importance of loving the holy Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace), necessity of the spiritual path, perils of earthly life, amongst others.The beauty of this 31-couplet composition lies in the fact that each of the 29 couplets between the opening and closing verses begin with a letter from the Arabic alphabet in order. In everyline, the starting letter is repeated between ten to fifteen times. Another literary feature of this masterpiece is that, sets of words (two words), identifical in form (both having the same letters in the same order), are skilfully used in the same verse with differing meanings to convey highly advanced Sufi thoughts.
Several commentaries have been written on this ode. The most comprehensive being ‘Awarifu-l Ma’arif by Shaikh ‘Abdu-r Rahman al-Naqshbandi which was last published by Ibrahim Kutty of Tanur, Kerala, in 1975. The renowed scholar of Abiramam, Shaikh ‘Abdu-l Qadir has also written a concise commentary. Another poem of his that begins with the words, Ilahi kam tubaqqini [O my God, for how long are you going to keep me alive!] is regularly recited in the Arwi region with much fervour and devotion.
Some of his poetic compositions include:
- Ghara’ibu-n Nizam
- Hidayatu-l Aghniya
- Bahru-s Sirr
- Sirru-sh Shaikh
- Shikayatu-l Gharam ila Hamimi-l Maram
- Tariqu-l Wasl
- Mubaya ‘atush Shaikh
- Basharatu-Llah
- Kanzu-l Jinan
- Malil ‘Ubaidi ma Yasha’u Yudabbir
- Nizamu-l Mada’ih
His Characteristics
His state of being was such that he was regularly found in spiritual trance and absorption. Nevertheless, he never failed to fulfill his obligatory duties. He drew a large number of followers to the Qadiri path by virtue of his knowledge, piety and exemplary character. He firmly believed that loving the holy Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) was the pre-requisite to climbing the spiritual ladder and keeping oneself off aberrations.His Passing
After a life spent in worshipful devotion and service to humanity, he left the earthly realm on 14th Dhu-l Qa’da 1216 A.H / 1804 A.D. Shaikh ‘Abdu-r Rahman of Kayalpatnam has composed an eulogy [marthiyyah] of 94 lines on him. His life and works have also been discussed by Sayyid Muhammad ‘Abdu-l Qadir in the manaqib entitled, Tal’atu-l Qamar fi Mawlidi-sh shaikhi ‘Umar.May Allah be well pleased with Shaikh ‘Umar al-Qahiri, sanctify his secret and illuminate his resting abode. May He forgive us and bless us all for his sake.
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Friday, February 11, 2011
Shaikh Taika Ahmad ‘Abd al-Qadir (Qaddasallahu Sirrahul Azeez)
His Youth & Education
He grew up till the age of 7 under the watchful gaze of his beloved grandmother, Kunanggudi Umma. Those early years were also spent in the loving company of his paternal grandfather, the erudite scholar, savant and widely considered reviver of the era (Mujaddid), Imām al-‘Arūs Sayyid Muḥammad ibn Aḥ̣mad Lebbai(Rahmatullahi Alaihi).After the passing away of his revered grandfather, he received his early religious education from two notables viz. his esteemed father, and his paternal uncle, the venerated ascetic and knower of Allāh, Ṣāḥib al-Khalwah Sayyid ‘Abd al-Qādir, Allāh be well pleased with them. During this period, he also memorized the whole Qur’ān within a short span of time.
Following this phase, he continued seeking sacred knowledge at the renowned institute in Vellore, Madrasat al-Bāqiyāt al-Ṣāliḥāt, under the auspices of the distinguished scholar, A’la Haḍrat Shāh ‘Abd al-Waḥḥāb. A’la Haḍrat (qs) had a special place in his heart for his young student for two reasons:
- He was the great-grandson of his father’s teacher.
A’la Haḍrat’s father, Āttūr Muḥammad ‘Abd al-Qādir, was a student of Kilakarai Taikā Ṣāḥib ‘Abd al-Qādir al-Qāhirī, and had graduated from his Madrasa. - His ability in studies was exceptional.
The normal practice for students in the Vellore Madrasa was to read 3 lessons a day. But he would read 6 lessons with ease.
His Marriage & Children
At the age of 19, he married his cousin, Maryam ‘Ā’isha Umma (d. 1961). She was learned in matters of religion and possessed a sharp intellect. They had been betrothed since young. At the betrothal ceremony, he agreed to the eventual wedding subject to certain conditions being met by his prospective bride:- Her nose should not be pierced
- Her ears should not have more than 1 piercing each (as it was the practice of the women then to have multiple holes to ornament one’s ears with fancy jewellery)
The couple had 3 children viz. Aḥmad Mustafā, Taikā Shu’aib, and Sitti Āliya Umma.
His Career & Contributions
He spent a short period of time working in the business incorporated by his late grandfather, Imām al-‘Arūs. The world of business did not appeal to him. He left and returned to the Madrasa instituted by his late great-grandfather, Kilakarai Taikā Ṣāḥib, where he imparted sacred knowledge and introduced new methods of teaching.From his youth to his last breadth, his life was spent in the field of education. He was:
- Professor of Arabic,
- Principal of a College,
- President of the Teacher’s Union,
- Patron of institutes and associations in India and Sri Lanka,
- Teacher of the Qur’ān to children, and
- Educator of Islamic knowledge – jurisprudence (Fiqh), prophetic way (Sunnah) and languages (Arwi and Arabic) – to adults (both born Muslims and converts to Islam).
He was unique amongst the religious scholars of the region for his understanding of the importance of the English language. He was instrumental in acquiring government accreditation for many Arabic Colleges and Madrasas, and was actively involved in the setting up of many schools in the South of India. In his last days, there were more than 300 Madrasas under his guidance within just the Rāmanāthapuram District in the state of Tamilnadu, India.
He inaugurated the “Uswatun Ḥasanah” association in Kilakarai through which he managed many mosques in the region. It is worth noting that the religious edicts (Fatāwa) which he pronounced over five decades have stood the test of time without being challenged.
His Character Traits & Mannerisms
Whenever he received unusual gifts or came into contact with unique items, he enjoyed showing it to others with the intention of educating them and to bring a smile to their faces.Once, a friend from Colombo sent a batch of the pungent-smelling custard-like spiked-fruit, durian. As the fruit was not native to his land, he gathered the people and shared the fruit with them.
On another occasion, to explain the grip of a monitor lizard, which people in the village had never seen before, he had someone catch one from the wild and brought for display, and released it again!
He was extremely sharp, quick witted, and sensitive to people’s feelings. A man asked him one day, “Is today a good day?” He replied, “Did you pray the Fajr prayer this morning?” The man replied in the positive. He then said, “That being the case, know that all days in which the obligation of prayer is discharged, are indeed good days!”
Once, a man had his tea-stall open for business during the day in the month of Ramaḍān. The people of the town were incensed by this act. After calming them, he went to the tea-stall, sat on a chair next to it, and starting reading the Qur’ān. Nobody dared to patronize the stall whilst he was there. The man realized his folly and shut the stall. The following day, he sent a letter to the tea-stall holder with Rs. 15 and a note saying, “This is compensation for your loss yesterday.”
His Spiritual Legacy
Amongst the pivotal role that he performed was being the Spiritual Guide (Murshid) to seeking aspirants (Murīdīn) of the ‘Arūsī-Qādirī Ṭarīqa. He received the Sufi cloak from his venerated father, Ṣāḥib al-Jalwah.He had disciples in the thousands who were spread across South and South-East Asia. A significant number of converts entered the Sufi path at his hands. Many of his disciples and deputies (Khulafā) were older than him in age and experience.
His Appearance
He was of medium height and build. He had a fair complexion and radiant countenance. His beard was thick and long. He possessed a piercing sight, sweet mouth, and a prayerful tongue that displayed his deep knowledge and illuminated wisdom.Even when he left his house for the adjoined Madrasa, he would look his regal best; he would don his cap and turban, wear a white top and thin-lined sarong, rub kohl in his eyes, apply perfume on his being, wear his glasses and watch, and carry prayer beads and a walking stick.
He would greet everyone with a genuine smile and enquire about their welfare with sincerity. His external disposition was a reflection of his inner beauty.
His Passing
He left the shackles of the worldly prison and met his Lord in pure wedded bliss in the morning of Sat 13 Safar 1369 (14 Feb 1976) after the dawn (Fajr) prayers. He was 87 years old.The following day, in the presence of a huge crowd of family, friends and disciples, his funeral (Janāza) prayer was led by his younger son, Taikā Shu’aib. He was then laid to rest at the ‘Arūsiyyah Taikā – in the company of his spiritual forefathers.
May Allāh be well pleased with Shaikh Nāyagam Taikā Aḥmad ‘Abd al-Qādir and us, sanctify his secret and ours, and illuminate his resting abode and ours. Āmīn!
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Thursday, February 10, 2011
Shaikhuna:The Glorious Life:Images
"The Outstanding Arabic Scholar of India"
Shankar Dayal Sharma (Hindi: शंकर दयाल शर्मा) (19 August 1918 - 26 December 1999) was the ninth President of India serving from 1992 to 1997. Prior to his presidency, Dr. Sharma had been the 8th Vice President of India under President Ramaswamy Venkatraman. He was also Chief Minister (1952–1956), Cabinet Minister, holding the portfolios of Education, Law, Public Works, Industry and Commerce, National Resources and Separate Revenue (1956–1967) and was thereafter Union Minister for Communications (1974–1977). Dr. Sharma was the President of the Indian National Congress in 1972-1974.
The International Bar Association has presented to Dr. Sharma the Living Legends of Law Award of Recognition for his outstanding contribution to the legal profession internationally and for commitment to the Rule of Law. Dr. Sharma was born into a Brahmin family from Bhopal, the capital of Madhya Pradesh.
Citation:
Government of India. Ministry of Human Resources Developement.
Department of Education. NEW DELHI 1994
“Born on 29th July, 1930 at Kilakarai ,West Tamilnadu. He passed M.A., Ph.D., Moulavi Fazil, Shaikhut Tafseer and Afdalul Ulama. More than 1200 students have studied under him and graduated in the traditional method, in Arabic. Guided eleven students for doing research.
More than 250 manuscripts have been collected catalogued and preserved in his library. Has translated one from Arabic into Arwi (Arabic-Tamil). Published eight books in English and Tamil. Has contributed several articles in various journals. He is associated with a number of academic institutions in different capacities. He has presented papers in Belgium, Malaysia, Singapore, Sri Lanka and United Kingdom. The title of ‘Shaykhu Nayagam’ has been conferred on him by various congregations in India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and Hong Kong.
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on the 7th of May, 1994, with the greatest national award
"The Outstanding Arabic Scholar of India"
Dr. Thaika Shuaib's unique Research Work at Rastrapathi Bhawan on 18.6.93.
receiving the first copy of the research work by Dr. Thaika Shuaib in the presence of
Hon. M. H. Mohamed, Speaker of Parliament and others.
- Faiz Musthafa, the great Jurist - Sam Maharoof, M. P. for Hambantota
- Ameen Mubarak J. P., Chairman, B. C. C. Lanka Ltd., and others felicitating Shaykhuna.
receiving Dr. Thaika Shuaib.
MD of ETA ASCON Group of Companies, Al Haj Syed Salahuddin and others.
releasing Shaykhuna's research book.
The President of the Maldives, Dr. Abdul Qayyum Mamoon, receiving Dr. Thaika Shuaib on the 20th June, 1994.
Dr. M Channa Reddy, the Governor of Tamil Nadu, releasing the Research Work of
Dr. Thaika Shuaib on 28th July 1993. Also seen in the picture is Al Haj B.S.A. Abdur Rahman.
'Arabic, Arwi and Persian in Sarandib and Tamil Nadu.' [Madras: Imāmul 'Arūs Trust, 1993.]
A.K.A ABDU SAMAD_Ex.M.P.Tamilnadu on Shaykhuna-1
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Shaikhuna (Dr.)Taika Shu'aib Alim Jalali
01. Syeduna Abu Bakr Siddeeq (rali)
02. Syeduna Abdur Rahman (rali)
03. Syeduna Raythan (rali)
04. Syeduna Murrath (rali)
05. Syeduna Kilab (rali)
06. Syeduna Qusaiyyu (rali)
07. Syeduna Abdu Munaf (rali)
08. Syeduna Hashim (rali)
09. Syeduna Abdul Azeez (rali)
10. Syeduna Shaykh Hassan (rali)
11. Syeduna Muhammad al Khilji (rali)
(He migrated to Kayalpattinam from Madina via Egypt in A. H. 262/875 A. D. Another group from this clan later established an Empire in Delhi).
12. Syeduna Muhammad Khilr (rali)
13. Syeduna Shaykh Shihabuddeen (rali)
14. Syeduna Shaykh Ahmad (rali)
15. Syeduna Shaykh Muhammad (rali)
16. Syeduna Shaykh Ahmad (rali)
17. Syeduna Shaykh Ali Naina (rali)
18. Syeduna Shaykh Alaauddeen (rali)
19. Syeduna Shaykh Sadaq Maraicar (rali)
(He was the Khalifa of Nagore Shahul Hameed Wali and one of his 404 fakirs. He was the one who boarded the ship manned by the Portugese Governor Manoel de Souza (ruled 1515-1536 A.D.) who was the successor of Alfonso Albuquerque and pushed him down into the sea; and de Souza died by drowning. This happened on the 3rd of Ramadan 943 A.H/1536 AD. He was the grand father of Saint Sadaqathullah Appa)
20. Shaykh Ahmad Wali (rali)
21. Shaykh Abdul Kadir Ibrahim Wali (rali)
22. Shaykh Thaika Ahmad Sadaqah(rali)
(He is the maternal grandson of Saint Sadaqathullah Appa)
23. Shaykh Meeran Wali (rali)
24. Shaykh Thaika Shaykh Ahmad (Vellai Ahmad Wali) (rali)
25. Shaykh Thaika Sayyid Muhammad (Imamul Aroos) (rali)
26. Shaykh Thaika Shahul Hameed Wali (Jalwath Nayagam) (rali)
27. Shaykh Thaika Ahmad Abdul Qadir (Shaykhu Nayagam) (rali)
28. Shaykh Dr. Thaika Shuaib Alim
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Tuesday, February 8, 2011
His Holiness Syed Moula Muhammad Bukhary Thangal (QS)
216 th year commemoration today : Remembering His Holiness Bukhary Thangal [Sunday, 5 January 2003,SUNDAY OBSERVER,SRI LANKA]
M. Ameen Mubarack JP
Jt. Secretary Aroosiyyathul Quadhiriyyah World Sufistic Order Sri Lanka Branch
His Holiness Bukhary Thangal was born in 1144 A. H. (1731 AD) in a beautiful Island called ANDROTH in the Indian Ocean of the Western Coast of Kerala. His real name was seyyid Muhammad. His father was Seyyid Ahmed a descendant of our Beloved Prophet Muhammad (Rasool Sallallahu Alaihi wa Sallam).
He belonged to the famous clan of the house of Bukhary. After an illustrious service in the cause of Education, Spiritual knowledge and Social Service, His Holiness departed from this world at the age of 63 in 1207 AH (1792 AD) and is enshrined in Cannore[Kannur City] Kerala. His Holiness travellewd to various parts of India propageting Religion and morality to the people of various faiths, and especially to the Muslim.
A deputy of Bukhar Thangal His Holiness Abdul Quadhir Valiyullah, a missionary in those parts is enshrined in Malacca and is the Maternal Grand Father of His Holiness Seyyid Muhammad Ma'apilli Lebbai Alim well-known as Imamul Aroos, founder of Aroosiyyathul Quadhiriyyah World Sufistic Order in South East Asia, including Sri Lanka and India (1232- 1316 AH/1816 - 1898 AD).
Imamul Araqs served in Sri Lanka throughout the 19th century and was instrumental in erecting and refurbishing more than 355 Thakkiyas in Sri Lanka, most of them at his own expenses. He introduced a novel method of imparting the religion on short-term and long-term basis. While writing detailed books on Arabic Language on long-term basis he was the first to translate into Arabic-Tamil (Arwi), these religious books as a short-term method for beginners, and starting Arabic Colleges. Among them, Madrasathul Bari at Galbokke Weligama was the first Arabic College established in Sri Lanka (1884 AD.1302 AH) after the Portuguese onslaught.
The foundation for the Maradana Mosque was laid by Allama Imamul Aroos Ma'apillai Alim in 1840 AD/1256. Further, it has to be taken into consideration that, among the Mosques in the City of Colombo i.e. Bukhary Thaika - Forbes Lane, Devatagaha Mosque - Cinnamon Gardens, Magnamus Suadha Thaika - Old Moor Street, Layards Broadway Thakkiya, The Thakkiya just behind R. Premadasa Stadium, Kalandhar Sahib Thakkiya behind Kaleel's Nursing Home Maradana, Masjid Muhiyyaddeen (Mina Mosque) Dematagoda, Katakkalamarathady Thakkiya, Clifton Lane and The Temple Road Thakkiya were built under the aegis of Imamul Aroos Ma'apillai Kebbai Alim.
His two illustrious Sons Al Quthub Seyyid Abdul Quadhir popularly known as Khalwath Nayagam and Al Quthub Sheikh Shahul Hameed well known as Jalwath Nayagam greatly contributed to the Spiritual and Social welfare to the people of Sri Lanka and Managed the Thakkiyas/Madrases and Mosques established by their father. His Grand Son His Holiness Thaika Ahmad Abdul Quadhir Valiyullah, very popularly known as Periya Sheikh Nayagam followed their footsteps and was instrumental in further constructing Thakkiyas in remote areas of Sri Lanka, which is continued to be followed by his Son Al Haj as Sheikh Afdhalul Ulama Moulavi Fazi, Aroosi Dr. Thaika Shu'aib Alim B.A. Hons. M.A. PhD. D.Litt (Jalali).
Bukhary Thangal was very bold, emphatic and at the same time very eloquvant and gentle in imparting the Spiritual thoughts in the minds of the people with his strong exhortation. It is said that more than 400,000 people have entered the right path upon his preaching based on the Holy Qur'an and the teachings of our Beloved Prophet Muhammad Sallallahu Alaihi Wa Sallam. Bukhary Thangal held severe divine powers since his childhood. He exposed such powers on various occasions.
Bukhary Thaika was established by Imamul Aroos in memory of his Holy Saint with the unstinted support and co-operation extended by his disciple Marhoom Muhammad Haniffa Ibnu Wappu Marikkar Khaleefathul Bukhary, popularly known as Haniffa Bass at Forbes Lane Maradana Colombo 10 in the year 1881 (1299 - m AH) to serve the noble cause started by Bukhary Thagal for the past 122 years.
M. Ameen Mubarack
JP
Jt. Secretary Aroosiyyathul Quadhiriyyah World Sufistic Order Sri Lanka Branch
http://www.sundayobserver.lk/2003/01/05/fea24.html
The great adventures of the famous warrior Hyder Ali of Mysore was checked by the faiths of Bukhary Thangal. Devastation and panics of the war let loose the Western part of India was averted by the efforts of Bukhary Thangal, in the 18th century. Hyder Ali was fascinated by the Spiritual Supremacy and charm of Bukhary Thangal and became his devoted disciple. He pledged under the hands of Bukhary Thangal that he would conduct no more expansionist war.
The whole world is aware of the Statesmanship and bravery of the great Tippu Sulthan who was the first freedom fighter in the Indian soil and fought bravely and fiercely to woost the British Imperialists from India. Tippu Sulthan even became his deputy in the Spiritual field.
Another great Saint of Tamil Na'adu His Holiness Umar Valiyullah of Kayalpattanam (1162 - 1216 AH/1748 - 1801 AD) went to dense forest of Indonesia known as ATCHE Island on the command of his Spiritual Master Bukhary Thangal, stayed there for 14 years amid too much hardship, among the Tribals, Nomads, Pegans and brought about 11 Million people into the right path. The religious schools and colleges established by Umar Valiyullah are still serving in the Malayan Archipelago on the basis of the Arabic curriculum started by him. They are still in existence.
M. Ameen Mubarack JP
Jt. Secretary Aroosiyyathul Quadhiriyyah World Sufistic Order Sri Lanka Branch
His Holiness Bukhary Thangal was born in 1144 A. H. (1731 AD) in a beautiful Island called ANDROTH in the Indian Ocean of the Western Coast of Kerala. His real name was seyyid Muhammad. His father was Seyyid Ahmed a descendant of our Beloved Prophet Muhammad (Rasool Sallallahu Alaihi wa Sallam).
He belonged to the famous clan of the house of Bukhary. After an illustrious service in the cause of Education, Spiritual knowledge and Social Service, His Holiness departed from this world at the age of 63 in 1207 AH (1792 AD) and is enshrined in Cannore[Kannur City] Kerala. His Holiness travellewd to various parts of India propageting Religion and morality to the people of various faiths, and especially to the Muslim.
A deputy of Bukhar Thangal His Holiness Abdul Quadhir Valiyullah, a missionary in those parts is enshrined in Malacca and is the Maternal Grand Father of His Holiness Seyyid Muhammad Ma'apilli Lebbai Alim well-known as Imamul Aroos, founder of Aroosiyyathul Quadhiriyyah World Sufistic Order in South East Asia, including Sri Lanka and India (1232- 1316 AH/1816 - 1898 AD).
Imamul Araqs served in Sri Lanka throughout the 19th century and was instrumental in erecting and refurbishing more than 355 Thakkiyas in Sri Lanka, most of them at his own expenses. He introduced a novel method of imparting the religion on short-term and long-term basis. While writing detailed books on Arabic Language on long-term basis he was the first to translate into Arabic-Tamil (Arwi), these religious books as a short-term method for beginners, and starting Arabic Colleges. Among them, Madrasathul Bari at Galbokke Weligama was the first Arabic College established in Sri Lanka (1884 AD.1302 AH) after the Portuguese onslaught.
The foundation for the Maradana Mosque was laid by Allama Imamul Aroos Ma'apillai Alim in 1840 AD/1256. Further, it has to be taken into consideration that, among the Mosques in the City of Colombo i.e. Bukhary Thaika - Forbes Lane, Devatagaha Mosque - Cinnamon Gardens, Magnamus Suadha Thaika - Old Moor Street, Layards Broadway Thakkiya, The Thakkiya just behind R. Premadasa Stadium, Kalandhar Sahib Thakkiya behind Kaleel's Nursing Home Maradana, Masjid Muhiyyaddeen (Mina Mosque) Dematagoda, Katakkalamarathady Thakkiya, Clifton Lane and The Temple Road Thakkiya were built under the aegis of Imamul Aroos Ma'apillai Kebbai Alim.
His two illustrious Sons Al Quthub Seyyid Abdul Quadhir popularly known as Khalwath Nayagam and Al Quthub Sheikh Shahul Hameed well known as Jalwath Nayagam greatly contributed to the Spiritual and Social welfare to the people of Sri Lanka and Managed the Thakkiyas/Madrases and Mosques established by their father. His Grand Son His Holiness Thaika Ahmad Abdul Quadhir Valiyullah, very popularly known as Periya Sheikh Nayagam followed their footsteps and was instrumental in further constructing Thakkiyas in remote areas of Sri Lanka, which is continued to be followed by his Son Al Haj as Sheikh Afdhalul Ulama Moulavi Fazi, Aroosi Dr. Thaika Shu'aib Alim B.A. Hons. M.A. PhD. D.Litt (Jalali).
Bukhary Thangal was very bold, emphatic and at the same time very eloquvant and gentle in imparting the Spiritual thoughts in the minds of the people with his strong exhortation. It is said that more than 400,000 people have entered the right path upon his preaching based on the Holy Qur'an and the teachings of our Beloved Prophet Muhammad Sallallahu Alaihi Wa Sallam. Bukhary Thangal held severe divine powers since his childhood. He exposed such powers on various occasions.
Bukhary Thaika was established by Imamul Aroos in memory of his Holy Saint with the unstinted support and co-operation extended by his disciple Marhoom Muhammad Haniffa Ibnu Wappu Marikkar Khaleefathul Bukhary, popularly known as Haniffa Bass at Forbes Lane Maradana Colombo 10 in the year 1881 (1299 - m AH) to serve the noble cause started by Bukhary Thagal for the past 122 years.
Special ceremonies are being conducted on the 3rd day of Shawwal (Day after Eid ul Fitr) each year in commemoration of His Holiness Bukhary Thangal.
The 216th year commemoration which will be held on a grand scale on Sunday 5th January 2003 under the distinguished patronage of His Holiness Al Haj As Sheikh Thaika Ahmad Nasir Alim (Jalali) Son of His Holiness Al Haj As Sheikh Afdhalul Ulama Dr. Thaika Shu'aib Alim the sixth deputy of Bukhary Thangal and the present head of Aroosiyyathul Quadhiriyyah World Sufistic Order at the Ratheeb Hall of Al Masjidul Bukhary Thaika, No. 25, Forbes Lane, Maradana Colombo 10. The Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation will air live broadcast from 10.00 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. M. Ameen Mubarack
JP
Jt. Secretary Aroosiyyathul Quadhiriyyah World Sufistic Order Sri Lanka Branch
http://www.sundayobserver.lk/2003/01/05/fea24.html
The great adventures of the famous warrior Hyder Ali of Mysore was checked by the faiths of Bukhary Thangal. Devastation and panics of the war let loose the Western part of India was averted by the efforts of Bukhary Thangal, in the 18th century. Hyder Ali was fascinated by the Spiritual Supremacy and charm of Bukhary Thangal and became his devoted disciple. He pledged under the hands of Bukhary Thangal that he would conduct no more expansionist war.
The whole world is aware of the Statesmanship and bravery of the great Tippu Sulthan who was the first freedom fighter in the Indian soil and fought bravely and fiercely to woost the British Imperialists from India. Tippu Sulthan even became his deputy in the Spiritual field.
Another great Saint of Tamil Na'adu His Holiness Umar Valiyullah of Kayalpattanam (1162 - 1216 AH/1748 - 1801 AD) went to dense forest of Indonesia known as ATCHE Island on the command of his Spiritual Master Bukhary Thangal, stayed there for 14 years amid too much hardship, among the Tribals, Nomads, Pegans and brought about 11 Million people into the right path. The religious schools and colleges established by Umar Valiyullah are still serving in the Malayan Archipelago on the basis of the Arabic curriculum started by him. They are still in existence.
Imam al Aroos was the third deputy and spiritual successor to Bukhary Thangal and was the greatest spiritual figure after the devastation of Portuguese. It has to be noted with great concern when there was a dire need of a place of worship for the Muslims of Colombo, the leading Muslims of that era found a place a place in the heart of the City of Colombo i.e. Maradana (now known as Maradana Mosque) and invited the most respected Saint at that time Sadaquathullah Appa, (Sadaqthullahil Qahiri.RA)the father-in-law of this luminary and the second deputy of Bukhary Thangal, who could not accede to this request and directed him to attend. http://www.dailynews.lk/2003/01/04/fea10.html |
Thangal (Syed)
Thangal are a Muslim community found in the state of Kerala in India
In Malayalam, Thangal is an honorific Muslim title used in Malabar region of Kerala, India. It is equivalent to the Arabic Sayyid (سيد), which is given to males accepted as descendants of the prophet Muhammad (SAWS) through his grandsons, Hasan ibn Ali and Husayn ibn Ali (RA), who were the sons of his daughter Fatima Zahra(RA) and son-in-law Ali ibn Abi Talib(RA).
Thangals are descended from Sayyid families, who migrated from the historic city of Tarim, in Hadramawt Province, Yemen during the 16th and 17th century in order to propagate Islam. They selected coastal areas like Kannur, Koyilandy, Kappad, Mampuram, Ponani and Kochi to settle for the sake of convenience of their transportation. The Royal family of Arakkal had Thangal origins, but the last ruler, Ali Raja Mariumma Beevi Thangal handed over the power to the Indian government. Sayyid ba-hassan Jamallulaily is an important Sayyid family.
Sayyid Mohammed Ali Shihab Thangal, son of Panakkad Pookoya thangal was a prominent person in Kerala politics.
There are many Thangals family are now living throughout India coming under various Khabeela which includes BUKHARI, JIFRI,etc. out of this bukhari family were the first one who had came to Kerala (in Valapattanam , Kannur). Bukhari sayyed family were came from 'BUKHARA'. now this family members were living throughout India. The Delhi imam is one of the famous person comes from this family. Bukhari family have played an important role spreading the 'Sufism' throughout India. A town, Nizamuddin near New Delhi is known by the name of Hazrat Nizamuddin Aulia Dargah who comes from this great family. bukhari sayyids are now wide spreaded in various regions of India such as Kerala, Tamilnadu, Karnataka Lakshadweep etc,. In Kerala at present Bukhari sayyid family members were located mainly in Thrissur (Chavakkad Bukhara, Padoor, Mathilakam), Malappuram, Calicut, Kannur, Kasargod and also in almost all districts.TAJUL ULAMA ASEYYID ABDUL RAHMAN AL BUQARI is one of the respected person in Kerala and Karnataka. Many famous Islamic activities were carried out in Kerala under the great leadership of this thangals family.
[Adapted from Wikipedia]
In Malayalam, Thangal is an honorific Muslim title used in Malabar region of Kerala, India. It is equivalent to the Arabic Sayyid (سيد), which is given to males accepted as descendants of the prophet Muhammad (SAWS) through his grandsons, Hasan ibn Ali and Husayn ibn Ali (RA), who were the sons of his daughter Fatima Zahra(RA) and son-in-law Ali ibn Abi Talib(RA).
Thangals are descended from Sayyid families, who migrated from the historic city of Tarim, in Hadramawt Province, Yemen during the 16th and 17th century in order to propagate Islam. They selected coastal areas like Kannur, Koyilandy, Kappad, Mampuram, Ponani and Kochi to settle for the sake of convenience of their transportation. The Royal family of Arakkal had Thangal origins, but the last ruler, Ali Raja Mariumma Beevi Thangal handed over the power to the Indian government. Sayyid ba-hassan Jamallulaily is an important Sayyid family.
Sayyid Mohammed Ali Shihab Thangal, son of Panakkad Pookoya thangal was a prominent person in Kerala politics.
There are many Thangals family are now living throughout India coming under various Khabeela which includes BUKHARI, JIFRI,etc. out of this bukhari family were the first one who had came to Kerala (in Valapattanam , Kannur). Bukhari sayyed family were came from 'BUKHARA'. now this family members were living throughout India. The Delhi imam is one of the famous person comes from this family. Bukhari family have played an important role spreading the 'Sufism' throughout India. A town, Nizamuddin near New Delhi is known by the name of Hazrat Nizamuddin Aulia Dargah who comes from this great family. bukhari sayyids are now wide spreaded in various regions of India such as Kerala, Tamilnadu, Karnataka Lakshadweep etc,. In Kerala at present Bukhari sayyid family members were located mainly in Thrissur (Chavakkad Bukhara, Padoor, Mathilakam), Malappuram, Calicut, Kannur, Kasargod and also in almost all districts.TAJUL ULAMA ASEYYID ABDUL RAHMAN AL BUQARI is one of the respected person in Kerala and Karnataka. Many famous Islamic activities were carried out in Kerala under the great leadership of this thangals family.
[Adapted from Wikipedia]
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