Bismillahir Rahmaanir Raheem As Salaatu Was Salaamu Alaika Ya Rasoolullah ( )
Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Al-Qaderi

CHILDHOOD
Imam Ahmed Raza’s Blessed Birth
Imam Ahmed Raza Khan (radi Allahu anhu) was born on a Monday, the 10th of Shawaal 1272 A.H. (14th June 1856), at the time
of Zohar Salaah in a place called Jasoli, which is in the city of Bareilly Shareef, India.
A few days before the birth of Imam Ahmed Raza Khan (radi Allahu anhu), his father, Allamah Mawlana Naqi Ali Khan (radi Allahu
anhu), had a wonderful dream. He immediately disclosed this dream to his father, Allamah Mawlana Raza Ali Khan (radi Allahu
anhu), who interpreted this dream by saying: "This is a sign that you are going to be the father of a child, a boy, who will grow up
to be pious and knowledgable. His name will gain prominence from East to West."
This was the good news that was given to Allamah Mawlana Naqi Ali Khan (radi Allahu anhu) concerning the birth of none other
than the "emerald from amongst the Treasures of Almighty Allah", the "sweet-scented rose from the fragrant garden of the Holy
Prophet (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam)", Imam Ahmed Raza Khan (radi Allahu anhu).
The date of birth of A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) was extracted by himself from the Holy Quran.
"These are they in whose hearts Allah has inscribed faith and helped them with a spirit from Himself." (58:2)

His Blessed Name
The name that was given to him at birth was the beautiful name of "Mohammed." The name corresponding to that year of his birth
was "Al Mukhtaar." His grandfather, a great Scholar of the Ahle Sunnah Wa Jamaah, Allamah Mawlana Raza Ali Khan (radi Allahu
anhu), also gave the young child the beautiful name of "Ahmed Raza." It was by this name that he was famously known. Much
later in his life, A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) added the title "Abdul Mustafa" to his name signifying his great love and respect for
Sayyiduna Rasulullah (salal laahu alaihi wasallam).
The Grand Mufti of Makkatul Mukarramah, Sheikh Hussain bin Saleh Makki (radi Allahu anhu), also gave him the title of
"Zia'udeen Ahmed."

Illustrious Family History
Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Al-Qaderi, was the son of Allamah Mawlana Naqi Ali Khan, who was the son of Allamah Mawlana Raza
Ali Khan, who was son of Allamah Mawlana Mohammed Kaazim Ali Khan, who was the son of Allamah Mawlana Shah
Mohammed Azam Khan, who was the son of Allamah Mawlana Sa'adat Yaar Khan, who was the son of Allamah Mawlana
Sa'eedullah Khan (radi Allahu anhum ajma'in).
The great forefathers of A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) migrated from Qandhar (Kabul) during the Mogul rule and settled in Lahore.
Allamah Mawlana Sa'eedullah Khan, the first forefather of A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhum), held a high government post when he
arrived in the Indo-Pak sub-continent. His son, Allamah Mawlana Sa'adat Yaar Khan (radi Allahu anhu), after gaining victory in the
city of Ruhailah, was elected as the Governor of that city.
Allamah Mawlana Hafiz Kaazim Ali Khan, the son of Mawlana Mohammed Azam Khan (radi Allahu anhum), was a Tax-collector in
the city of Badayun. His son, Allamah Mawlana Raza Ali Khan (radi Allahu anhu), the illustrious grandfather of A'la Hadrat (radi
Allahu anhu), did not serve in the Government. It was from this generation that the heads of the family began to adopt Tassawuf as
their way of life.
We have included a very brief history of A'la Hadrat's (radi Allahu anhu) father and grandfather.
HIS FATHER: A'la Hadrat's (radi Allahu anhu) father, Hadrat Mawlana Naqi Ali Khan (radi Allahu anhu), received his education at
the hands of his father, Allamah Mawlana Raza Ali Khan (radi Allahu anhu). He wrote more than 50 books, among them, "Suroorul
Quloob fi Zikri Mouloodul Mahboob", which received a very high distinctive position amongst Islamic literature. The treatise is
characteristic in its condemnation of the enemies of Islam, both internally and externally. A'la Hadrat's (radi Allahu anhu) father
passed away in 1297 A.H. (1880) when he was 24 years old.
HIS GRANDFATHER: One of the greatest Sufis of his time, Allamah Mawlana Raza Ali Khan (radi Allahu anhu) was born in the
year 1224 A.H. He was also a great warrior and fought with General Bakht Khan against English invaders in the year 1834. He
received his early education at the hands of Molwi Khaleerur Rahman. At the age of 23, he had already completed his Islamic
education, earning certificates of distinction in various fields of knowledge. He passed away in the month of Jamaadi-ul-Awwal in
the year 1282 A.H. (1866). A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) was at this time only 10 years old.

Imam Ahmed Raza’s Piety as a Child
A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) was a child of 4 years when this incident took place. On that particular day, he was dressed in a long
Kurta. As he stepped out of his house, a few female prostitutes walked past him. In order to cover his eyes, A'la Hadrat (radi
Allahu anhu) quickly held the bottom of his Kurta with both his hands and lifted the Kurta over his face. When one of the
prostitutes saw what he did, she said, "Well! Young man. You covered your eyes, but allowed your Satr to be shown." With his
face and eyes still covered, the young A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) replied, "When the eyes are tempted, then the heart becomes
tempted. When the heart is tempted, then the concealed parts become tempted." So shocked and affected was this woman on
hearing such a reply from a child that she lost consciousness.
Another incident which happened in the Month of Ramadaan also s hows A'la Hadrat's (radi Allahu anhu) piety and fear of Allah.
Fasting was not Fardh (obligatory) upon him because he was still a child, but on that day he intended to keep fast. It should be
known that for a little child to keep fast in India during the summer season was very difficult. The average temperature on a
summer's day rises to approximately 50 degrees Celsius. On that day, the heat of the sun was intense. Hadrat Allamah Naqi Ali
Khan (radi Allahu anhu) took his young son, A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu), into a room where sweets were kept. He closed the
door and said, "There, eat the sweets." A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) replied that he was fasting. His father then said, "The fasting
of children is always like this. The door is closed and no one is looking. Now you may eat." On hearing this, the young A'la Hadrat
(radi Allahu anhu) respectfully said, "Through Whose command I am fasting, He is Seeing me." On hearing this answer from a
little child, tears began to flow from the eyes of Hadrat Allamah Naqi Ali Khan (radi Allahu anhu). He then left the room with A'la
Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu).

Imam Ahmed Raza’s First Lecture
Sayyiduna A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) delivered his first lecture at the age of 6 years. It was during the glorious month of Rabi-
ul-Awwal. A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) stood on the Minbar (Pulpit) and delivered a lecture before a very large gathering which
also consisted of Ulema. His lecture lasted for approximately 2 hours. A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) spoke on the Wilaadat (Birth)
of Sayyiduna Rasulullah  . He brightened the hearts of the listeners with the love of Sayyiduna Rasulullah  . The people listening
were thoroughly impressed by the maturity and eloquence of this lecture which was being delivered by a 6 year old child!

His Intelligence as a Child
A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) was so gifted and intelligent that there was no need for him to study beyond the fourth Kitaab of his
course under the tutorship of any of his teachers. He studied the remaining Kitaabs by himself and used to later ask his teachers to
test him.
Once, his teacher asked him, "Mia! Are you a Jinn or a human being? It takes me much time to teach a lesson, but it does not take
you much time to learn the same lesson." A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) answered, "Praise be to Allah that I am a human."
When he was 8 years old, A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) wrote a Mas'ala concerning Fara'idh (Fards). When his father looked at
the answer, he happily remarked, "If only some adult could answer in this manner."
At the age of 10, when he was studying the Kitaab, "I'lm-us- Thuboot," under the guidance of his father, he noticed a few
objections and answers of his father on the side of the page. A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) studied this book carefully and wrote
such a well- explained footnote that even the need for an objection was ruled out. His father came across his research on that
objection. He was so delighted that he stood up and held the young A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) to his heart and said, "Ahmad
Raza! You do not learn from me, but you teach me."
Professor Dr Ghulam Mustafa Khan, Head of Department: Urdu, Sindh University, Sindh (Pakistan) said: "Allamah Hadrat Ahmed
Raza Khan is among the outstanding scholars. His deep learning, intelligence, vision and acumen, surpassed that of great
contemporary thinkers, professors, renowned scholars and orientalist. Indeed, there is hardly any branch of learning that is foreign
to him."

Astonishing Events of Childhood
At the age of 3, A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) was once standing outside the Raza Musjid in Bareilly Shareef. An "unknown"
person, attired in an Arabian garb, approached him and spoke to him in the Arabic language. Those who were present and
witnessed this incident heard the young A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) converse with the person in pure Arabic. They were
surprised. The person who spoke to A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) was never seen again in Bareilly Shareef!
A Majzoob (one drowned in his love for Almighty Allah) by the name of Hadrat Basheeruddeen Sahib (radi Allahu anhu) used to live
at the Akhoon Zada Musjid in Bareilly Shareef. He spoke harshly to anyone who visited him. A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) wished
to meet this Majzoob. One night, at about 11 o'clock, he set off alone to meet him. He sat respectfully for about 15 minutes outside
the Majzoob's house. After some time, the Majzoob became aware of him and asked, "Who are you to Mawlana Raza Ali Khan
(radi Allahu anhu)." A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) replied that he was the grandson of Hadrat Raza Ali Khan (radi Allahu anhu). The
Majzoob immediately embraced him and took him into his little room. He asked A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) if he had come for
any specific matter, but A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) said that he had come to ask him to make Dua for him. On hearing this, the
Majzoob, for approximately half an hour, made the following Dua: "May Allah have mercy on you, May Allah bless you."

IMAM AHMED RAZA'S JIHAD AGAINST THE INSULTERS OF SAYYIDUNA RASULULLAH  
Sayyiduna A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) spent much of his time also refuting those who insulted the dignity of the Holy Prophet  .
He left no stone unturned in safe-guarding the dignity and integrity of Holy Prophet , in spite of being personally attacked by the
misguided. These personal attacks did not bother him in the least bit!
Allamah Abdul Hamid, Vice Chancellor of Al Jamia Al-Nizamiyya
(Hyderbad, India), said: "Mawlana Ahmed Raza Khan was a Sword of Islam and a great commander for the cause of Islam. He
may justifiably be called AN INVINCIBLE FORT THAT HELPED TO DEFEND THE BASIC TENETS AND IDEAS OF THE
AHLE SUNNAH WAL JAMA'AT. It is on accord of his untiring efforts that due respect and regard for the Messenger of Allah,
Holy Prophet Muhammad  and other Sufis and Saints of Islam is still alive in the Muslim Society. His opponents had to mend their
ways. No doubt he is the Imaam (Leader) of the Ahle Sunnah. His written and compiled works reflect immense depth and vision."
Justice Allamah Mufti Sayyid Shuja'at Ali Qadri (radi Allahu anhu), Shariah Court, Government of Pakistan (Islamabad), said: "He
was pious like Ahmad bin Hambal and Sheikh Abdul Qaadir Jilani. He had true acumen and insight of Imam Abu Hanifa and Imam
Abu Yusuf. He commanded the force of logic like Imam Razi and Imam Ghazzali, bold enough like Mujaddid Alf Thaani and
Mansoor Hallaj to proclaim the truth. Indeed, he was intolerant to non-believers, kind and sympathetic to devotees, and the
affectionates of the Holy Prophet  ."
The adversaries of A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) levelled many accusations and tried desperately in defending their Kufr
statements. After much proofs, when it became absolutely clear to A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) that certain misguided individuals
were not prepared in withdrawing their Kufr statements and making Tauba, and in order to protect Islam, he passed Kufr Fatawas
against those persons. We should remember that he passed the "Fatawa-e-Takfeer" (Kufr Fatawa) against those persons who
insulted the status and dignity of Almighty Allah and His Rasool  . He passed the Fatawa-e-Takfeer on persons such as Ashraf Ali
Thanwi, Rasheed Ahmed Gangohi and Khalil Ahmad Ambetwi and others because, through their writings, it was evident that they
had insulted the Holy Prophet  .
We will quote some of the following blasphemous statements that were made by them:
In page 51 of "Baraahin Qatia", Khalil Ahmed Ambetwi says: "After looking at the condition of Satan and the Angel of Death, it can
be gained that they possess a great depth of knowledge and this has been proven from Quran and Ahadith. To prove such
knowledge for Fakhre Aalam (Muhammad  ) without proof from the Quran and Ahadith, but from common sense, is a false
thought. If, to do so is not a Shirk, then in which category of faith does it fall?"
In page 6 of "Hifzul Imaan", (Printed in Mazahirul Uloom), Ashraf Ali Thanvi says: "If Knowledge of the Unseen refers to partial
knowledge, then what speciality is there in Nabi (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam). Such knowledge is possessed by Zaid and Amr (any
Tom, Dick and Harry), every child, insane people and all types of animals."
In page 5 of "Tahzeerun Naas", (Published in Makhtaba Fayz Nazd Jami Masjid Deoband), Qasim Nanotwi says: "Prophets are
superior to their followers only in Knowledge, but in good deeds, followers sometimes seem equal and occasionally even become
superior to them."
In Part 2, page 12 of "Fatawa Rasheedia", (Published Makhtaba Rasheedia Jami Masjid Delhi), Rasheed Ahmed Gangohi says: "The
word 'Rahmatul lil A'lameen' is not a speciality of Rasool (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam). But other Prophets, Saints and great Ulema
are also cause for mercy unto the worlds, even though Rasool (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam) is the highest of them all. Therefore, to
use this word on others, is also permissible."
If one examines the original books that were written by such persons, one will find other similar disrespectful statements found in
their writings.
Sayyiduna A'la Hadrat's (radi Allahu anhu) cautiousness in declaring a person a Kaafir is to be noted in many of his books. In his
book, "Subhaanus Subooh", he academically destroys the arguments of Molwi Ismail Dehlwi. Yet, at the end of the book, A'la
Hadrat says, "The Ulema have not termed this individual as a Kaafir, therefore, one has to be careful."
Once again, refuting the arguments of Molwi Ismail Dehlwi and a few of his "infamous" followers in another book, "Al
Kaukabatush Sha'haabiya", A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) says, "In our opinion (the opinion of Islam), to term a person a Kaafir and
to control one's tongue is an act of extreme precaution and analysis."
In another treatise entitled, "Sallus Suyooful Hindiya", A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) states: "There is indeed a difference between
accepting words of Kufr and branding a person a Kaafir. We have to be extremely careful. We have to remain silent. If there is the
minutest possibility that he is still a Muslim, we should fear terming that person a Kaafir."
In his book, "Subhaanus Subooh", Sayyiduna A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) says, "We do not give any comment on the Kufr of
Molwi Ismail Dehlwi, simply because Sayyiduna Rasulullah  has warned us against terming the Ahle Qibla as Kaafirs. (It is only
possible) to term a person a Kaafir if his Kufr becomes clear as the sun and the minutest indication does not remain that he is a
Muslim." (Tamheed-e-Imaan, pg. 42-43)
From the above statements, we clearly see how careful A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) was, in terming a person a Kaafir. He was
merely fulfilling his duty as a conscientious and responsible Muslim. The fault was indeed of those individuals, who even after
being warned, remained steadfast in their own beliefs and words of Kufr. As we have already stated earlier, Imam Ahmed Raza
Khan (radi Allahu anhu) sent many of the blasphemous and insulting statements to the Ulema of Makkatul Mukarramah and
Madinatul Munawwarah for clarification. They did not hesitate in passing the Fatawa of Kufr against such people who insulted
Almighty Allah and the Holy Prophet (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam).

COMMENTS BY SUPPORTERS
Comments by the Noble Ulema of Makkatul Mukarramah
Ustaad Ulema-e-Haram, Allamah Sa'eedullah (radi Allahu anhu):
"My respected brother, who is striving in the path of Nabi  , is a perfect teacher, in other words, Hadrat Ahmed Raza Khan (radi
Allahu anhu). May Almighty Allah grant him great reward, and accept his endeavour, and may Almighty Allah build his respect into
the hearts of the people of knowledge." Ameen.
Allamah Mufti Muhammad Saleh Kamal (radi Allahu anhu):
"The learned person on this earth, the sea of great knowledge, the coolness of the eyes of the Ulema-e-Haq, is Mawlana Ahmed
Raza Khan (radi Allahu anhu). Salutations upon the Prophet (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam) and all the spiritual guides, especially
Hadrat Ahmed Raza Khan (radi Allahu anhu). May he always be protected." Ameen.

Aftaabul Uloom, Allamah Sheikh Ali bin Siddique Kamal (radi Allahu anhu):
"Our leader and bright star, the sharp blade on the throats of the Wahabis, our respected teacher, our famous leader, is Hadrat
Ahmed Raza Khan (radi Allahu anhu). May Almighty Allah grant him tranquillity and keep him victorious over his opposition."
Ameen.

Comments by the Noble Ulema of Madinatul Munawwarah
Mufti Taaj'udDeen Ilyaas Hanafi (radi Allahu anhu):
"That famous and professional Aalim, Mawlana Ahmed Raza Khan (radi Allahu anhu) is from amongst the Ulema-e-Hind. May
Almighty Allah grant him great reward and success. May Almighty Allah grant him Barkah in his life and destroy all those false
sects through his blessing." Ameen.
Sheikh Malikiya, Allamah Sayed Ahmad Juz'iri (radi Allahu anhu) :
"May Almighty Allah brighten up the lives of the Muslims through (the Sadaqa of) Imam Ahmed Raza Khan (radi Allahu anhu).
May Almighty Allah increase his age and allow all his future generations to be amongst the Ahle Jannah." Ameen.
Allamah Khaleel bin Ebrahim Kharbooti (radi Allahu anhu):
"May Almighty Allah grant the Muslims benefit forever through the blessings of this Kaamil Faadhil, Allamah Ahmed Raza Khan
(radi Allahu anhu). O Allah! Give glad tidings to Islam and Muslims." Ameen.
Allamah Mawlana Umar bin Hamdaan (radi Allahu anhu):
"Imam Ahmed Raza Khan (radi Allahu anhu) is that great Aalim, great philosopher and such a great researcher that his research
baffles the mind. May Almighty Allah protect him and always keep him pleased." Ameen.

Comments by the Noble Ulema of the Indo-Pak Sub-continent
Sayyiduna Shah Aale Rasool (radi Allahu anhu):
"On the day of Qiyamah, when Almighty Allah asks me concerning what I had brought for Him from earth, then I will present
Imam Ahmed Raza Khan (radi Allahu anhu)."
Hadrat Sayed Shah Abul Husain Ahmad Noori (radi Allahu anhu):
"A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) is the brightness and the torch of the Khandaan-e-Barakaati."
Allamah Naee'muddeen Muradabadi (radi Allahu anhu):
"The expertise that Sayyiduna A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) possessed in Fiqh was such that great Ulema of the East and West
were humbled before him."

HIS PASSING AWAY
Imam Ahmed Raza's Final Advise before his passing; Wisaal of Imam Ahmed Raza; Mazaar Shareef
Imam Ahmed Raza’s Final Advice before his Passing Away
1. Nothing with photos of living objects should be near me when my Ruh (Soul) leaves.
2. Recite Sura Yaseen and Sura Ra'ad beside me.
3. Recite Durood in abundance.
4. Keep those who are weeping away from me.
5. Give my Ghusl according to the Sunnah.
6. Either Mawlana Haamid Raza or Allamah Amjad Ali should perform my Janaza Salaah. (radi Allahu anhum)
7. Do not delay my Janazah.
8. When taking my Janazah, recite "Kaabe ke Badru Duja". (naat/qasidah)
9. Do not read anything in my praise.
10. Place me softly in the grave.
12. My grave should be dug according to my height.
13. My Kafan (shroud) should be according to the Sunnah.
14. The food of my Fatiha must be given to the poor.
15. Haamid Raza must give a fair share of everything to Chothe Mia (Huzoor Mufti Azam Hind Maulana Mustafa Raza Khan
(rahmatullahalai). If not, my soul will be displeased. (radi Allahu anhum)
16. All of you must remain steadfast on Deen. Do not leave the path of Shariah. Stay on the Deen on which I was.

Wisaal of Imam Ahmed Raza
The brightly shining sun of Bareilly Shareef, The Coolness of the Eyes of the Ulema, The Mujaddid of the Century, The Imam Abu
Hanifa of his time, The Ghousul Azam of his time, The Sweet-scented Rose from the Fragrant Garden of the Holy Prophet (sallal
laahu alaihi wasallam), Sayyiduna A'la Hadrat, Imam Ahmad Raza Khan (radi Allahu anhu) left this mundane world on Friday, the
25th of Safar 1340 A.H. (28 October 1921) at 2.38 p.m.. It was the exact time of the Jummah Azaan.
The date of the Wisaal of Sayyiduna A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) was actually deduced by himself from the Holy Quran four
months and twenty days prior to his passing away: "And there shall be passed around them silver vessels and goblets." (76:15)
At the time of the demise of Sayyiduna A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu), a certain Saint of Syria, dreamt of the Holy Prophet
Muhammad  while he was in the Baitul Mukaddas. In his dream, the Saint saw many Sahaba-Ikraam (radi Allahu anhum ajma'in)
seated around the Holy Prophet ( ). All of them seemed to be waiting for someone. The Saint says that, in his dream, he asked, "Ya
Rasoolallah (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam)! Whose presence is being awaited?" The Holy Prophet  replied, "Ahmed Raza Khan." The
blessed Saint then asked, "Who is Ahmed Raza Khan?" The Holy Prophet (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam) answered, "An Aalim from
Bareilly."
When this Saint awoke, he immediately journeyed from Syria to Bareilly Shareef to meet A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu), but to his
dismay, he learnt that A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) had already departed from this world.
Once, A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) personally said: "THE TIME OF DEMISE IS CLOSE AND INDIA IS INDIA. BUT, I DO
NOT EVEN FEEL LIKE PASSING AWAY IN MAKKAH. MY DESIRE IS THIS, THAT I SHOULD PASS AWAY WITH IMAAN
IN MADINATUL MUNAW'WARA AND THEN BE BURIED WITH KINDNESS IN JANNATUL BAQI. ALMIGHTY ALLAH IS
MOST POWERFUL."
Mazaar Shareef
The Mazaar Shareef (Blessed Tomb) of Sayyiduna A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) is situated in the Mohalla Saudagran, Bareilly
Shareef in India (U.P.). Each year, in the month of Safar, during the Urs Shareef of Sayyiduna A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu),
hundreds of thousands of Muslims from all over the world present themselves in Bareilly Shareef to partake in the Urs Shareef of
the Mujaddid of Islam, Sayyiduna A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu).
May Almighty Allah shower his choicest blessings upon the Mazaar-e-Anwaar of this great Saint of Islam.

IMAM AHMED RAZA'S MUREEDS AND KHULAFA
There were many Mureeds (Disciples) and Khulafa (Spiritually Successors) of A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu). They have spreaded
far and wide over the Indo-Pak and also in all parts of the world. Nearly 35 are in the other parts of the world and 30 in Indo-Pak
Sub-Continent. These are the leading ones:
1. Hujjatul Islam, Hadrat Allamah Mawlana Muhammad Haamid Raza Khan Noori Barakaati (radi Allahu anhu),
2. Ghousul-Waqt, Mufti-e-Azam-e-Hind, Hadrat Mawlana Mustapha Raza Khan Noori Barakaati (radi Allahu anhu),
3. Hadrat Allamah Mawlana Abdus Salaam Jabalpuri (radi Allahu anhu),
4. Sadrul-Afaadil, Hadrat Allamah Mawlana Na'eemuddeen Muraadabadi (radi Allahu anhu),
5. Malikul Ulema, Hadrat Allamah Mawlana Sayyid Zafar'uddeen Bihaari (radi Allahu anhu),
6. Mubbalig-e-Azam, Hadrat Allamah Mawlana Abdul Aleem Siddique (radi Allahu anhu),
7. Sadrus Shariah, Hadrat Allamah Mawlana Mufti Amjad Ali (radi Allahu anhu),
8. Qutbul Madinatul Munawwara, Hadrat Allamah Sheikh Zia'uddeen Ahmed Al Madani (radi Allahu anhu),
9. Burhaan-e-Millat, Hadrat Allamah Burhaanul Haq (radi Allahu anhu),
10. Hadrat Allamah Mawlana Mukhtar Ahmad Siddiqi Meerati (radi Allahu anhu),
11. Sheikh Muhammad Abd al-Hayy (radi Allahu anhu),
12. Sheikh Ahmad Khalil (radi Allahu anhu),
13. Sheikh Ahmad Khudravi (radi Allahu anhu),
14. Sheikh Muhammad bin Abi Bakr (radi Allahu anhu),
15. Sheikh Muhammad Sa'id (radi Allahu anhu),
16. Hadrat Mawlana Sayyid Ahmad Ashraf (radi Allahu anhu), &
17. Hadrat Mawlana Shah Sulayman Ashraf (radi Allahu anhu)
The Khulafa of A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) need no introduction to the Muslim World. Their impact, influence and contribution
towards the development of Islamic Culture and Islamic thinking have left its mark in the pages of history. For the sake of attaining
blessings and Barakah, we will discuss, very briefly, the lives of three of the famous Khulafa of Imam Ahmed Raza Khan (radi
Allahu anhu).
Sadrush Shariat, Hadrat Allamah Amjad Ali Razvi (radi Allahu anhu): He was born in 1296 A.H. and passed away in 1367 A.H. at
the age of 71 years. He is author of the internationally renowned book, "Bahare Shariat", which is in 18 volumes. This book
contains a volume of information dealing with the Hanafi Law of Fiqh and answers all the questions pertaining to it. It is presently a
"Handbook" of all Muslim institutions.
This Khalifa of A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu) was one of the Head Advisers of the Department of Islamic Deeniyat at the Aligarh
Muslim University. Moulvi Sulaiman Nadwi (a non-Sunni) said the following words concerning Allamah Sadrush Shariat (radi
Allahu anhu), "Mawlana Amjad Ali is totally experienced in the field of teaching and he is well-versed in solving the new needs of
the classroom."
Hadrat Allamah Amjad Ali (radi Allahu anhu) also propagated Islam to the non-Muslims. He spent much of his time teaching.
Once in Ajmer Shareef, a very critical problem arose among the Muslims which threatened to destroy the Imaan of the innocent
Muslims. The Hindu Rajput of India began introducing many new beliefs and false innovations to such an extent that those who
were illiterate began following many traditions introduced by the Hindu Rajput. When Allamah Sadrush Shariat (radi Allahu anhu)
heard of this, he immediately went to Ajmer Shareef with few of his students. He began teaching and making the Muslims aware of
the polytheism and false innovations that they were following. Through his hard efforts, the Imaan of many Muslims were saved
and many non-Muslims also accepted Islam.
He was blessed with 8 sons and each one of them became great Aalims. His 2 daughters became Aalimas. One of his sons,
Muhaddith-e-Kabeer, Hadrat Allamah Zia-ul-Mustapha Qadri and, another, Allamah Baha-ul-Mustapha Qadri are teachers today at
their respective Darul Ulooms in India.
Allamah Sheikh Zia'uddeen Al Madani (radi Allahu anhu): He was one of the most famous Khulafa of A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu)
who lived in Madinatul Munawwara. Before coming to Madinatul Munawwara he lived for some time in Baghdad Shareef. Allamah
Zia'uddeen Madani (radi Allahu anhu) arrived in Madinatul Munawwara in the year 1327 A.H. Here, he made Nikah to a pious lady
from a Sayed family.
He was a great Aalim, Sufi and Wali of his time. He hailed from a very illustrious family. His father was the famous Allamah Abdul
Hakim Siyalkoti (radi Allahu anhu), a powerful Islamic Scholar of his time, who gave the title of "Mujaddid-e-Alf Thaani" to Imam
Rabbani, Imam Ahmed Sarhindi Faruqi (radi Allahu anhu), the Mujaddid of the 11th Islamic Century.
With the exception of being the Khalifa of A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu), he also gained Khilafat from various other Akaabireen
(Great Ulema). Some of them are: Hadrat Allamah Sheikh Ahmad Shams Maghribi, Sheikh Mahmoodul Maghribi, Mawlana Abdul
Baaqi Farangi, and Allamah Abu Yusuf Nibhaani (radi Allahu Ta'ala anhum ajma'in).
He was a great Sheikh-e-Tariqat of his time. He spent day and night giving advice and guidance to the Ummah of the Holy Prophet
(sallal laahu alaihi wasallam). He is well-known for his piety and steadfastness in Islam in Damascus, Iraq, Egypt, India, Pakistan,
South Africa and many other countries. Allamah Zia'uddeen Madani (radi Allahu anhu) also had many Khulafa and Mureeds
throughout the world.
He left this mundane world on the 12th of August 1981 in the city of Madinatul Munawwara. His son, Hadrat Allamah Fadhl-ur
Rahmaan Al Madani, is presently living in Madinatul Munawwarah and is following closely in the footsteps of his illustrious father.
Allamah Mawlana Abdul Aleem Siddiqi Meerati (radi Allahu anhu): He was born in the year 1892 and passed away in the year 1954
at the age of 62. He was amongst the most famous Khulafa of A'la Hadrat (radi Allahu anhu).
His Eminence, Hadrat Mawlana Abdul Aleem Siddiqi (radi Allahu anhu) was an Islamic Scholar and a holder of a B.A. degree from
the University of Meerat (India). He spoke Arabic, Urdu, Persian, English, French, Indonesian, Malaysian and Japanese languages
fluently.
In 1951, he toured the world preaching and propagating Islam. He visited America, London, Japan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Europe,
Southern Africa, Trinidad, Philippines, Iraq, Holland, Thailand, Ceylon, France, and many other countries. As a result of his
efforts, thousands of non-Muslims accepted Islam. Princess Gladys Palmer of Burinia, Merwate Tifinch, the French Governor of
Mauritius, Mahifl Donawa, a Minister of Trinidad and Mr F. Gengson, the Christian Minister of Ceylon, were some of the famous
personalities who accepted Islam after meeting him.
His Eminence was also responsible for establishing various Masaajids and Islamic Educational Centres throughout the world. Three
of the famous Masaajids are the Hanafi Masjid in Colombo, the Sultaan Masjid in Singapore and the Naagarya Masjid in Japan.
He was also the founder of various newspapers and Islamic magazines from amongst which are, "The Muslim Digest" (South
Africa), "Trinidad Muslim Annual" and the "Pakistani News".
During his tour of the world, he met with various western dignitaries and had lengthy discussions with them on Islam. He met the
world renowned Irish dramatist and Philosopher, George Bernard Shaw, on 17th of April 1935 during his visit to Mombassa and
discussed many religious problems with him. He was very much impressed by Mawlana Abdul Aleem Siddiqi (radi Allahu anhu)
and said, "I have been very pleased to make the acquaintance, and it will be the most precious of all memories of this trip of mine."
His Eminence passed away in Madinatul Munawwara in 1954 and is buried in Jannatul Baqi.
Professor Dr Sayyid Jamaalud'deen, Director Zaakir Hussain Institute of Islamic Studies and Jaamia Millia, New Delhi, India, said:
"Ahmad Raza Khan wrote over a thousand books and booklets which influenced many. He founded a Darul Uloom called Manzarul
Islam in 1904 which was able to draw students from different regions in India. His views were sought on a wide variety of social,
religious and political affairs, and he proved guidance to many, including those from established Khanqahs. Many of his Disciples
and Khalifas later founded madressas which soon developed into important spiritual centres. Some took up teaching, such as
Mawlana Sulaiman Ashraf, who headed the Theology Department of the M.A.O. College, Aligarh, while others swelled their ranks
of the Pesh Imams in the Mosques."

Last sermon of A`lahazrat          
It is usually seen that a person who is about to die, talks of the thing he loves most. Somebody talks of throne. Somebody talks of
wife, children, wealth or the like as the case may be. When at death-bed, A`lahazrat remembered and remembered the Holy Prophet
Hazrat Muhammad Mustafa (Allah`s Grace and Peace be upon him). A little before his death, A`lahazrat delivered his last sermon to
his brethren and followers. His last word of advice is the last proof of his lasting love with Holy Prophet (Allah`s Grace and Peace
be upon him). A`lahazrat spoke: "Gentlemen, you are the simple and innocent sheep of Dear Mustafa (Allah`s Grace and Peace be
upon him) and wolves are around you, They want to misguide you. They want to mislead you. They want to drag you to the hell
with them. Beware of them. Be far from them. Holy Prophet (Allah`s Grace and Peace be upon him) is the Noor (Holy Light) of
Allah Almighty, the Most Glorious as the Holy Qur`an declares. From the Noor of Holy Prophet (Allah`s Grace and Peace be upon
him), Sahaba-i-Kram* (Venerable Companions of Holy Prophet (Allah`s Grace and Peace be upon him) got enlightened. From
Sahaba-i-Karam, Tabi`in* got enlightened. From Tabi`in, Tabi`-tab`in* got enlightened. From Tabi`-tab`in, leaders of Mujtahedin*
got enlightened and from them we got enlightened. Now we ask you to take this Noor from us. We need that you may be
enlightened from us. That Noor is true love and respect of Allah Almighty and His Holy Prophet (Allah`s Grace and Peace be upon
him), The service and respect of their friends and true enmity with their enemies. In whom-so-ever you find even a bit of insult
towards Allah Almighty and His Holy Prophet (Allah`s Grace and Peace be upon him), be separated from him at once----no matter
how so ever dear to you he may be."

A FEW ENDORSEMENTS OF THE ULEMA-E-HARAMAIN SHARIFAIN
First Taqreez
"All Praise is due to Allah, the Master of the Worlds, Who has made the Ulema-e-Shariat-e-Muhammadi ( ) the freshness of this
world. By manifesting truth and guidance, and filling cities and heights, and by siding the religion of Sayyidul Mursaleen (sallal
laahu alaihi wasallam) they saved the society of Huzoor (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam) from violation and (with their bright proofs)
they destroyed the heresy of those who were misled.
"After sending praise and salutations, I have seen that which that learned person and professional teacher has purely written. It is a
struggle on behalf of the religion of Muhammad ( ). In other words, my brother and my respected Hadrat Ahmed Raza Khan (radi
Allahu anhu), who in his book, "Al Mu'tamadul Mustanad" has refuted the evil leaders of the false sects and false beliefs. Such
people are worse than all evil, wicked and seditious people. Our author, in his book, has summarised and stated the names of those
wrongdoers, who due to their wrong doings, are soon to become the worst and the lowest amongst the infidels.
"May Almighty Allah grant him (Imam Ahmed Raza) great reward for unveiling the wickedness and wrongness. May Allah accept
his efforts and place his most high honour into the hearts of all people."
He has said this with his tongue and his writing has given an order. He is hopeful in gaining all he wishes from his Creator.
MUHAMMAD SAEED BIN BAABSEEL - MUFTI OF THE SHAFI'I ORDER IN MAKKAH (radi Allahu anhu)

Second Taqreez
"All Praise is for Allah Who is One. After Praise, I have heard of this bright and evident book. I have realised that our leader and
most learned sea of great wisdom, Hadrat Ahmed Raza Khan (radi Allahu anhu) has made obvious the wrongs of those who have
come out of Deen, those who walk on the path of the infidels and the wicked ones, in his book "Al Mu'tamadul Mustanad." From
among their corrupt beliefs, not one of them did he leave un-examined.
"O! Readers, it is essential for you to hold on to this Kitaab which it's author has written with great swiftness. You will find in this
book bright and evident proof in refutal of these groups. Especially those individuals who intend to undo the objective which is
already bound. Who are these individuals who are known as Wahabis? From amongst them is "Ghulam Ahmad Qadiani" who has
claimed Prophethood, and the other ones who have come out of Deen and insulted the dignity of the Holy Prophet (sallal laahu
alaihi wasallam) are Qasim Nanotwi, Rasheed Ahmad Gangohi, Khalil Ahmad Ambetwi and Ashraf Ali Thanwi and all those who
follow their ways.
"Almighty Allah grant Imam Ahmed Raza Khan great reward for he has given cure and has answered his decree which is in his
book, "Al Mu'tamadul Mustanad", in which are also the decrees of the Ulema of Makkah and Madina. Due to the corruption and
trouble, it has become necessary for them as they (the misguided) are spreading corruption on this earth. They and all those on
their path.
"May Almighty Allah execute them where they behave arrogantly. May Allah give Imam Ahmed Raza glad tidings and shower His
blessings upon him and his children amongst those who will speak truthfully until Qiyamah. Ameen."
One in need of forgiveness from his Powerful Creator.
MUHAMMAD BIN ABDUS SALAAM DAGHISTANI - MUFTI MADINATUL MUNAWWARA (radi Allahu anhu)

Third Taqreez
"All Praise is due to Almighty Allah Who has shown the path to those whom He has guided and with His Justice, misguided him
who he has left, and granted the Believers an easy path to gain advice. He has opened their hearts to bring faith in Almighty Allah
and bear witness with their tongues and keep sincerity with their hearts and follow that which Allah and His Books have shown.
"Peace and Salutations upon him whom Allah has sent as a mercy unto the worlds, and upon him sent down His Clear Kitaab in
which is the bright explanation of everything and to terminate the wrongness of the disbelievers. This Nabi (sallal laahu alaihi
wasallam), whose proof and arguments are clear, has made it obvious from his practices. Salutations upon his family for they are
guides, and upon his Companions who have made the Deen firm and beneficent, and upon their followers until Qiyamah,
especially, the four A'ima-e-Mujtahideen and those Muslims who are their followers.
"After Praise and Salutations, I put my sight on the book of a learned person on this earth. He has widened the path of knowledge
and, in it (the book) made obvious every interpretation and utterance in his clearly convincing and sufficient arguments. He is
Hadrat Ahmed Raza Khan (radi Allahu anhu) on whose name is "Al Mu'tamadul Mustanad."
"May Almighty Allah protect his life and always keep him happy. Now, that which is in refutal of those people, cursed and evil
Mirza Ghulam Ahmad Qadiani, who is the Dajjal Khazzab of the last decade. Rasheed Ahmad Gangohi and Khalil Ambetwi and
Ashraf Ali Thanwi, degrading and insulting Nabi  . THEN, IT IS NO DOUBT THAT THEY ARE KAAFIRS AND THOSE WHO
HAVE THE POWER TO EXECUTE THEM, THEN IT IS NECESSARY FOR THEM TO DO SO, TO GIVE THEM THE DEATH
SENTENCE."
This has been said by the servant of Allah
MUHAMMAD BIN HAMDAAN MAHSARI- SERVANT AT MUSJID-E-NABAWI (radi Allahu anhu)