Meer Syed Mohammad Kalpwi (1593–1661) also known as Meer Syed Ahmed Kalpwi Tirmizi, was a revered figure in the Islamic spiritual lineage of the Silsila Aaliyah Qadiriyah Barakatiya Razviya Nooriya. also, he was the 30th Imam and Shaykh of Tariqat, Founder of Khanqah Muhammadiyah Kalpiyya in Kalpi, Uttar Pradesh.[1][2][3][4]
Meer Syed Mohammad Kalpwi | |
|---|---|
میر سید محمد کالپوی ترمذی | |
| Personal | |
| Born | 1593 |
| Died | April 1661 Kalpi, Uttar Pradesh, India |
| Resting place | Kalpi, Uttar Pradesh, India |
| Religion | Islam |
| Denomination | Sunni |
| Jurisprudence | Hanafi |
Early life and education
editHe was born to Syed Abi Saeed bin Baha-ud-deen bin Imaad-ud-deen al-Hasani Tirmizi in Kalpi, India. He took his initial education from his father.[5][6][7]
At the age of seven, his mother sent him to study under Shaikh Muhammad Younus Mohaddeeṡ. He received training in Hadith from him for a long time and later obtained Sanad. Later he went to Jehanabad and completed his education from Shaikh Jamalul Auliya.[8]
Spiritual career
editIn the Sufi lineage, he is recognized for his position and contributions to the Silsila Aaliya Qadiriya Barakatiya Razviya Nooriya. His excellence is noted in his embodiment of both apparent and hidden knowledge, and he was deeply engrossed in the worship of God. His life was marked by adherence to the Sunnah of the Holy Prophet Muhammad, and he had a special connection to the Dargah of Khwaja Ghareeb Nawaaz. His contributions continue to inspire and guide many on the spiritual path of Sufism.[9][10][11]
Literary works
editHe made significant contributions to Sufi literature through his writings and teachings. He authored various books during his lifetime that reflect his deep spiritual insights and understanding of Sufism. Some of the notable works he wrote include:
- Jaami’ul Kalam Sharah Asma’ul Husna: A comprehensive work on the beautiful names of Allah.[12]
- Risala Mu’aarif: A treatise on spiritual knowledge and recognition.
- Mushaahidaat Sufiyah: Observations and experiences in the Sufi path.[13]
- Diwaan-e-Sher: A collection of his Persian poetry.
His literary works are considered valuable for those interested in Sufi teachings and practices. They not only provide spiritual guidance but also offer a glimpse into the rich tradition of Sufi scholarship. His contributions have been preserved and continue to inspire seekers on the Sufi path.[14][15]
Khilafat
editHe was the follower and Caliph of Sheikh Jamal-ul-Auliy and Khwaja Sayyid Amir Abul Ula Naqshbandi has given the caliphate of Naqshbandi Ahrari order. He got the caliphate of Qadri, Chishti, Suharwardi, Naqshbandi and Madari orders.[16]
Personal life
editHe had two sons and a daughter.[17]
Spiritual successors
edit- Meer Sayyed Ahmad Kalpawi
- Shaikh Muhammad Afzal Ilaahabadi
- Aashiq Muhammad
- Haaji Junaid
- Shaikh Abdul Hakeem Mohani
- Shaikh Kamaali
- Shaikh Abdul Mo’min Akbarabadi
- Meer Muhammad Waariṡ Nizamabadi
- Shaikh Kamaal Karakati
- Haaji Wali Muhammad
- Sayyed Muzaffar
- Haafiz Zia’ullāh Bilgrami
- Shaikh Abdul Hafeez Bilgrami
- Jamaal Muhammad Gwaliori.[18]
Death
editHe died in April 1661, His tomb is in Kalpi, Uttar Pradesh.
References
edit- ^ Taḥqīq: shuʻbah jātī taḥqīqī majallah (in Urdu). Shuʻbah-yi Urdū, Sindh Yūnīvarsiṭī. 1994.
- ^ Riz̤vī, ʻAbdulmujtabá (1989). Taz̲kirah-yi mashāʼik̲h̲-i Qādiriyah Riz̤viyah (in Urdu). Kashmīr Inṭarnaishnal Pablisharz.
- ^ Ṣābirī, Muḥammad Aḥsān Cishtī (1980). Vafayātulak̲h̲yār (in Urdu). Sunnī Dārulishāʻat ʻAlaviyyah Riz̤viyyah.
- ^ "मीर मोहम्मद ने गरीबों को दी इस्लाम की शिक्षा -". Jagran (in Hindi). Retrieved 2024-05-03.
- ^ Taḥqīq: shuʻbah jātī taḥqīqī majallah (in Urdu). Shuʻbah-yi Urdū, Sindh Yūnīvarsiṭī. 1994.
- ^ Rahi, Akhtar (1986). ترجمه هاي متون فارسي به زبانهاي پاكستاني (in Persian). مركز تحقيقات فارسي ايران و پاكستان،.
- ^ Haq, Afsar (2021-11-23). "Jalaun News: कालपी खानकाह शरीफ दरगाह में जश्न गौसुलवरा का कार्यक्रम 30 नवम्बर को | News Track in Hindi". newstrack.com (in Hindi). Retrieved 2024-05-03.
- ^ Ahmad, Zuhuruddin (1965). Pākistāṅ meṉ Fārsī adab (in Urdu). Yunīvarsiṭī Buk Aijansī.
- ^ ʿAẓīmābādī, Ḥusayn Quli Khān (2020-06-29). Tadhkira-yi nishtar-i ʿishq. Volume 2 (in Persian). BRILL. ISBN 978-90-04-40715-2.
- ^ Taḥqīq: shuʻbah jātī taḥqīqī majallah (in Urdu). Shuʻbah-yi Urdū, Sindh Yūnīvarsiṭī. 1994.
- ^ "कालपी में 28 मार्च से 30 मार्च तक मनेगा उर्स:खानकाह मुहम्मदिया दरगाह में सालाना उर्स की तैयारियां जोरों पर, प्रशासन को कराया गया अवगत". Dainik Bhaskar.
- ^ الله, پورجوادى، نصر (1988). نگاهى ديگر: مقالات و نقد‌ها (in Persian). انتشارات روزبهان،.
- ^ دانشنامۀ ادب فارسى (in Persian). سازمان چاپ و انتشارات وزارت فرهنگ و ارشاد اسلامى،. 2001.
- ^ حسن, عباس، (2005). احوال و آثار مير غلامعلي آزاد بلگرامي (in Persian). بنياد موقوفات دكتر محمود افشار،. ISBN 978-964-6053-65-6.
- ^ Danesh [Dānish] : quarterly journal (in Persian). Rāyzanī-i Farhangī, Jumhūri-i Islānī-i Īrān. 1987.
- ^ دانشنامۀ ادب فارسى (in Persian). سازمان چاپ و انتشارات وزارت فرهنگ و ارشاد اسلامى،. 2001.
- ^ بياض (in Persian). انجمن فارسى. 1990.
- ^ "Hazrat Meer Sayyed Mohammad Kalpwi rahmatullāhi alaihi". Aal-e-Qutub Aal-e-Syed Abdullah Shah Ghazi. 2020-03-14. Retrieved 2024-05-03.