Sufis
have spread the light of Islam in all corners of the world. Sufis also have a significant role in spreading the teachings
of Islam and making people aware of this religion in the Indian subcontinent as
well. Syed Ali Hajwary's name is prominent among these Sufis.
Syed Ali Hajveri Tomb, Lahore
The
Ali Hajvery real name was Ali. His father name was Usman. He was born in 1009
in Hajver, a place near Ghazni in Afghanistan that why Hajvery is written with
his name.
Later, Ganj Baksh, Ali Hajveri-family left the neighborhood of Hujwiri, Ghazni and took up residence in
the town of Jalab. Therefore, his name is also written with “Jalabi”. He's
family was famous for their knowledge and piety. Hazrat Ali Hajvery received
his early education in Ghazni. He went to Khorasan, Kerman, Iraq for further
education. He traveled to Syria, Lebanon, Azerbaijan, and other places and
learned from many renowned scholars. He learned the Qur'an, Hadith, and
Sufism.
Hazrat
Ali Hajveri Emphasized on action with knowledge.
Syed
Ali Hajveri alias Data Ganj Bakhsh
Hazrat
Ali Hajveri came to Lahore from Ghazni in 1039 on the orders of his murshad and
mentor so that the people could benefit from his blessings. At that time Lahore
was ruled by the Ghaznavid dynasty. He came here with Ghaznavi son. He came to
Lahore and built a mosque and a seminary here. There was a large Hindu
population living here who were tired of the caste system. Inspired by his
miracles, morals and character, thousands of people converted to Islam here.
The title of Ganj
Ganj
Bakhsh means “Treasure Provider” was given due to his generous efforts for
converting many towards Islam and strengthening their connection with the real
benefactor Almighty Allah. Hazrat Syed Ali Hajveri, Ganj Bakhsh was given this
title by the famous Sufi saint and Waliullah Hazrat Khawaja Moinuddin Chishti.
He came at Hajveri tomb and stayed here for some time for Chilla or communion.
Thousands of people converted to Islam because of Hajvery missionary efforts
and they were his loyal devotees that why he is more popular with his title
“Ganj Baksh” instead of his real name.
Teachings of Syed Ali
Syed
Ali Hajvery was a scholar of Qur'an and the Hadith. His mother tongue was
Persian. He was also fluent in Arabic. He wrote many books to promote unity
among Muslims. The subject of which was Sufism. One of them is the famous book
Kashf al-Mahjoob. He encouraged people to acquire knowledge. He advised
patience to the poor and thanksgiving to the rich. According to Syed Ali Hajveri, a true Sufi says and does what Allah and his Messenger ordered. He follows
good practices. He avoids evil, hate, jealousy, lies and greed. He urged that
people should avoid counterfeit and ignorant Sufis.
About Kashaf al
The
most famous book of Syed Ali Hajveri is Kashf al-Mahjoob. This book has
revealed the true meaning of Sufism. It has refuted the misinterpretations of
Sufism. It has attracted people to Sufism. Nine hundred years later, the book
is still popular and worthy of imitation. The style of the book is simple, easy
and clear.
Death
According
to popular tradition, Syed Ali Hajveri, Ganj Bakhsh died in 1072. His shrine
is in Lahore. This place is also known as Data Darbar. Every year, thousands of
devotees visit here on annual Urs at Syed Ali Hajveri Tomb.
The
only giver and real benefactor is Allah alone and the Sufis have preached the
same. We should pray to Allah alone in every situation.