Primary Teachings

The first step in the spiritual journey of Silsila Shahiya Asrariya

The love and closeness of Allah (SWT) is achieved by obedience of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and through following His (PBUH) teachings. The obedience and fulfillment of the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) comes after the individual has established the love and affection of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in his / her heart.

Hence, the seekers of the love and closeness of Allah (SWT) are first taught the way of establishing such love and affection of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) through the following recitation, as a first step in the teachings of Silsila Shahiya Asrariya.

With permission from

Alhaj Shah Ahsan-ul-haq Khan Saheb, Made-Zillahu

Present Guide of Silsila Shahiya Asrariya

1

First do Niyat (Intent)

In Urdu:

"Main Apne Qualb Ko Rasulullah Sallallahu Alaih Wasallam Ke Rauza-e-Mubarak Ki Taraf Motawajjeh Karta Hoon, Aap Ki Mohabat Ka Faiz Mere Qualb Main Aaye"

English Translation:

"I direct my heart towards The HOLY GRAVE (RAUZAE-MUBARAK) of Prophet MUHAMMAD (peace be upon him). May blessings of his love be showered in my heart"

2

Recite Darood Sharif

After the Niyat (Intent), recite the following DAROOD SHARIF 900 times with attention towards heart keeping the eyes closed:

"SALLALLAHU ALAIKA YA MUHAMMAD"

Note: There is no rigid restriction on the number of times one should recite the above mentioned Darood Sharif. It is OK if you recite more or less than 900 times.

3

Wait for Benefits (Faiz)

After completion of DAROOD SHARIF, wait a while for benefits (FAIZ). Remain in a state of contemplation and receptiveness to the spiritual blessings.

Further Teachings

For further teachings (Ziker, Moraqaba etc.), please contact Alhaj Shah Ahsan-ul-haq Khan Saheb, Made-Zillahu, the present Guide of Silsila Shahiya Asrariya at the address of the central Khanquah.

Glossary of Terms

SWT

Subhanahu Wa Ta'ala - Glory to Him, the Exalted

PBUH

Peace Be Upon Him

Niyat

Intention or purpose

Qualb / Qalb

Heart (spiritual heart)

Darood Sharif

Blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)

Faiz

Spiritual benefits or blessings

Ziker / Dhikr

Remembrance of Allah

Moraqaba / Muraqaba

Meditation or spiritual contemplation

Made-Zillahu

May his shadow remain (a respectful title)

Khanquah

A building designed for spiritual gatherings