Dua Arafah - Hussain Ghareeb [eng subs] دعاالعرفة - حسين غريب

O Allah! put me to work in Thy obedience

Spreading the Brotherhood Through Water Bottle

Birmingham: One often goes to an India-Pakistan match expecting aggressive behaviour from supporters of both teams.
The animosity between the two countries is well known as both countries have fought battles very often. But it was a pleasant feeling at Edgbaston, when, as I got out of my taxi, I was offered a bottle of water by a group of ladies with the message “treat your neighbours as if they were your family”.
These are words from Hussain ibn Ali who lived in 620 AD and served as a role model for people promoting compassion and generosity. The message urges everyone to visit the website www.whoishussain.org.
An Indian fan, who was being given a bottle, was heard asking a lady: Is this Indian water or Pakistan water? To which the lady replied: “It is a bottle of water from people who want peace in this world and wishes everyone lives as a family and not enemies.”
Flags and caps of both the nations were sold separately. Interestingly, a Pakistani was seen selling Indian flags. He was wearing a Pakistan cap to express his support. When asked why he was selling Indian flags, he said: “My brother is selling for the Pakistan fans, and for us it does not matter who buys it as long as we are able to meet our fans’ demands,” he said.
As I was walking towards the stadium entrance, I could hear silent whispers: “Want a ticket for 300?” Incidentally, despite the match being of mere statistical importance, tickets were still being sold by touts since the majority of matches were sold out within three hours of release last month.
The atmosphere outside was so electrifying that at the media gate a volunteer was heard asking Sami Ul Hassan, the International Cricket Council’s Media and Communications Manager: “Why don’t you organise an India-Pakistan match every year here. It feels so good.”
When I entered the stadium there was bright sunlight, and when I remarked it was a wonderful day, a volunteer warned: “Please don’t trust the English weather.” This volunteer who hails from Hyderabad in India, has been living in England for the last 14 years.
“I was really surprised when we had such bright sunshine for the England-Australia match here. For a while I wondered whether I am really in England,” he added.
Inside the stadium the crowd kept chanting the names of their country loudly right from the start. In the press box, Indian and Pakistan reporters were given front rows and neutral country reporters like me and those from Sri Lanka and England occupied the back row of the packed press box. (Story Source)

Tomorrow, Jashne-e-Milaad of Imam Husain (a.s.)

Shocking Events after the Passing Away of the Holy Prophet (s.a.)

First is the prophet himself. In the interest of readers’ time I will describe the grand funeral processions held for the prophet in 3 words; ‘There were none’!! The man who saved the idolaters from the brink of self-destruction and pulled them from the darkness of ignorance by enduring every conceivable pain for 23 years, died in his home with no one with him but his immediate family, the Ahlulbayt. His community, headed by a small band of ‘companions’ were too busy plotting their next move and did not even attend his burial which took place in his residence. No funeral, no processions, and certainly no condolences to his only surviving offspring. Prophetic narration after narration have encouraged Muslims to take part in the interment of believers, yet when the time comes for the ‘Master of the believers’.. No one?!

As shocking as it is, this is an indication of something much more sinister than just a sense of collective amnesia. The companions’ neglect of the Prophet at the time of his death speaks volumes about their priorities. What could be more important than offering their due respect to the messenger of Allah? Read Full Article

Special Moharram Issue of al-Muntazar

The special issue of al-Muntazar is out, though a bit late, but, very interesting articles. The contents are as follows:

1. The Foundation of Monotheism
This editorial is based on the anecdote of the childless monk (raahib), seeking blessings of the holy Prophet of  Islam for his lineage to continue.

2. Helping Imam Husain (a.s.) and Imam of the time (atfs).
a) The characterstics of the companions of Imam Husain.
b) Helping Imam Husain (a.s.) in this day and age.
c) Imam-e-Asr (atfs) and the slogans of his companions.
d) The status of Imam Husain's (a.s.) companions.
e) Helping Imam Husain (a.s.) through the ziyarat of Imam husain (a.s.).

3. Exegesis of  Ziyart-e-Naahiya

4. The causes of uprising of Imam Husain (a.s.) and verdict of Maraj'e

5. Imam Husain (a.s.) and the message of truth.

6. The defeat of Yazeed (curse of Allah upon him) in Damascus.

Azadaari in Afghanistan

Majlis and Juloos at Vasai (Mumbai)

Juloos-e-Aza at Andheri East

Photo: Firoz Shakir

Maut Ke Sailaab mein har Khusk-o-Tar Beh Jaayega

Haan magar naam-e-Husain ibne Ali Reh Jaayega

Juloos-e-Aza at Andheri East
Saturday, 8th December 2012 at 3:00 PM after Majlis.
Add: Dr. Lalit Clinic, Road No.2, Church Pakadi, Sahar Village, Andheri (East).
More detail: Abbas Bhai, 9930598206

Maybe this is our last Moharram?

The following message is sent by bro. Asker Raza Kazmi to share with the readers.
Moharram is approaching.... Therefore lets start preparing spiritually and mentally. 
Here are a few things to try to make our remembrance of Imam Husain (peace be upon him) a more lasting and rewarding experience.
1. Do wudhu (abulution) and wear casual wear & attend Majalis.
2. Try to be on time in Majalis.
3. Don't stand outside and enter when Maulana starts the Hadees.
4. Switch off or keep on silent mode your mobiles before entering the Hall.
5. Try to adjust comfort/yourself where ever u find place.
6. Do not park your vehicles at wrong place it will cause inconvenience to others and unwanted.
7. Interruption for Maulana to announce your vehicle no to take out from wrong parking.
8. Don't cross talk among your friends in the majalis because Maulana will speak we have to listen.
9. Don't waste the Niaz(Tabarruk serve after Majalis), because it is a medicine for incurable diseases.
10. While having Niaz (Tabarruk) after Majalis, don't crack jokes and talk un-related topics other than Azadari.
11.Avoid Riakari (showoff) as it is a very dangerous and incurable diseases directly leads to Valley of Hell.
12. Always attend Majalis with your full family, and take feedback from your children’s.

Maybe this is our last Moharram (last chance)?
In my personal opinion after having composed and read the below lessons again and again, I have reached to a conclusion that it would be our first step to prepare for Moharram. And if we take the first step correctly, there is a good chance that we may succeed in achieving what we need to achieve being a true soldier of Imam-e-Zamana (A.T.F.S.A. - A.S.).

12 LESSONS FROM KARBALA
1. Purpose of life.
2. Abrupt change & complete U turn in Life.
3. Importance of Leadership & Taqleed.
4. Selection of Spouse & Islamic Upbringing.
5. Avoid unlawful earning, greediness & worldly gains.
6. Better husband & wife relationship.
7. Importance of Prayers.
8. Importance of Knowledge.
9. Calling Azan.
10. Importance of Hijab.
11. Water, Water, Water.
12. Sacrifice, Sacrifice, Sacrifice.

Ten Majalis from Tonight in Bandra

From tonight at 8.00 PM, a series of 10 Majalis will be held at Mahdiyyah, Rizvi Foundation till 4th January 2012.
Hujjatul Islam Maulana Zulfiqaar Mahdi will be the zakir.
Janab Yusuf Hasan Rizvi has been organising this Ashra for more than two decades.
Separate arrangement is made for ladies.
The complete address is:
99, Dr. Ambedkar Road, 
Pali Hills, opp. Kenwood Apts.
Next to Part Hunters,
Bandra (west), Mumbai-400050.
For details contact on 9820070034.
All are invited

Effect of Moharram on Pakistani Economy

Pakistani economy gains more than Rs.one hundred and twenty six billion... (126,000,000,000) in the name of Imam Husain (a.s.). 
When in Pakistan only this much amount spent in the way of the martyrs of Karbala, How much would it to contribute to the world economy?
A poet has expressed beautifully:

Itni Daulat Hee Kahaan Tere Khazaane Mein Yazeed

Jitna  ik  Sheh  Ka  Azadaar  Luta  Deta  hai 

اتنی دولت ہی کہاں تیرے خزانے میں یزید

جتنا اک شہ کا عزادار لٹا دیتا ہے.

Watch the following Video:

Celebrations of Imam Husain (a.s.)'s Birthday in Mahim

The Outstation Poets:
Jarrar Akbarabadi
Nasir Jarwali
Helal Naqvi
Dilkash Ghazipuri


Local Poets:
Mehdi Aazmi
Dr. Shaoor Aazmi
Sadiq Rizvi
Mashhood Danapuri
Halchal Aazmi
Ashk Hallaori
Shamim Abbas
Khursheed Hallori

Ziyarat of Arbaeen

Arbaeen, also called Chehlum in India, will be on Tuesday, 25th of January. There are Majalis, Shab-bedaari, Nauha Khwani and Juloos in Mumbai city. Also on the day of Chehlum a procession starts from Zainabia and terminates at Rehmatabad graveyard in Mazgaon. The route of the procession (juloos) is Zainabia Imambad, Bhendi Bazar, Moghal Masjid, J.J. Hospital, Noor Bagh, Sales Tax office and Rehmatabad. In many parts of the city Ziyarat of Arbaeen is recited along with A'maal.
Ziyarat of Arbaeen is a sign of faith to salute Imam Husain (a.s.) on the 20^th of Safar and to perform his Ziyarat. Imam Ja'far Sadiq (a.s.) has taught the Ziyarat of Imam Husain (a.s.) on the day of Arbaeen as follows: He says:

Perform the Ziyarat in the following manner after the sun is considerably up:

“At the time of reciting the Ziyarat it is necessary that along with reciting it verbally you must also pay attention on the meaning of that which you are reciting so that you may earn the rewards of Ziyarat along with cognition (Marifat). And you should also be aware of the position and status of the one whose Ziyarat you are reciting.

What was the aim of his martyrdom? Of what aim did he accept this great martyrdom? And what is the secret that along with guidance his martyrdom is bestowed with such freshness and perpetuity? Even after the passage of fourteen hundred years, every day and every time it seems as if this incident has occurred juts today.”

The following sentence of Ziarat Arbaeen explains the aim of Imam Husain’s (a.s.) martyrdom:

He called the people to God, the Prophet and religion in such a way that he left no scope for excuses. He dispensed good advice in the best and the most appropriate manner and O Allah, he sacrificed his life in Your way. So that:

He be able to save Your servants from the dangerous waves of a death of ignorance, deviation, perplexity and confusion.

This statement shows that one of the aim of the martyrdom of Imam Husain (a.s.) was to save people from ignorance and deviation.

One can come out of ignorance through education. The better is the level of education, the more a person would be away from deviation.

One can keep away from deviation through guidance. Guidance means to remain firm on the straight path. Ahle Bayt (a.s.) are the Straight Path. As much as we adopt the manners and morals of Ahle Bayt (a.s.) as much we would be guided. As much as we are educated and guided as much proximate we would be with the aim of the martyrdom of Imam Husain (a.s.).

Click for complete Arbaeen Ziyarat

Revival of Marsiya in India

Janab Abbas Nigaar is a famous personality of Lucknow. He had been active in Delhi before. An experienced event manager. He has organised many literary seminars and meets in Northern India. Last week he visited Mumbai.  At the final Majlis of Marsiya at Daray Zainab he spoke to us about the art of Marsiya. He tries to explains something about it in the below video.

Marsiya in Mumbai

On Monday it was the 5th and the last Majlis of Marsiya Khaani at Daray Zainab, Versova (Andheri). The famous marsiya khaan from Lucknow Janab Sayed Haider Nawab Jafri recited in his unique style.
He was invited by Zafar bhai. We present here the recording of that marsiya.

Drink Water and Remember Imam Husain (a.s.)

Imam Jafar Sadiq (a.s.), O Dawood! Curse the killers of Imam Husain (a.s.). There is not a servant that after drinking water remembers Imam Husain (a.s.) and curses his killers, but that Allah will write in his deeds one lakh good deeds, will forgive one lakh sins and raise his position by one lakh grades. (Perhaps it is freeing one lakh people from sins). On the Day of Judgment, Allah will make his heart contented and satisfied.

 Kaamiluz Ziyaraat, Chapter 34, Tradition No. 1, Pg. 346

Juloos-e-Sayyad-e-Sajjad

Last Saturday, on 25th Moharram (01st Jan 2011) a Juloos (procession) was taken out at Kherwadi, Bandra east, Mumbai to commemorate the martyrdom our beloved 4th Imam, Imam Zainul Aabedeen (a.s.).
The Programme started with Namaaz of Maghrib under the Imamat of Maulana Zeeshan Haider Zaidi and later a Majlis by him. This was the 36th year of Juloos organised by Anjuman-e-Faroghe Islam. Several Maatami Anjumans of the city recited nauhas in this procession. Shabeeh of Zuljanaah, Tabut and Alam were also the part of the juloos. The juloos ended at Husaini Chowk (Behram Naka).
There was a concluding programme at the chowk. Qaari Tusi Rizvi started it by reciting some Ayaat from holy Qur'an followed by poets giving their poems on Imam Husain (a.s.) and Imam Sajjad (a.s.). Maulana Zaheer Rizvi was the announcer.
Majlis was addressed by Hojjatul Islam Maulana Sayed Hasnain Kararvi. He talked about the New Year bid'at, grief of holy Prophet of Islam (s.a.) on Imam Husain (a.s.) and Umme Habiba's lamentation on the martyrdom of Imam Husain (a.s.) in Karbala.
The atmosphere was charged with 'Naara-e-Takbir, Naara-e-Risalat, Naarae Haideri and Naara-e-Salawaat.
Below are some of the photographs of the procession.

Twelve Majalis

Janab Faraz Wasti is reciting 12 Majalis at Zainabia Imambada from 26th December 2010 to 6th of January 2011. The timings are 9.00 PM. The topic is 'Helpers of Imam Husain (a.s.)'. All the lovers of Ahlul Bayt (a.s.) are invited to these Majalis. It is organised by Anjuman-e-Ghulamaan-e-Wali-e-Asr (atfs).

Janab Faraz Wasti

Majlis held at Mansur Bhai's residence