Ya Ali Madad. Here is the posting for the fifth day of our 18-day project. The 18 postings for this project have the following components: (1) a knowledge section on bandagi; (2) a dhikr section to activate the soul; (3) 5-verses of Giryah-u zâri from Anant Nâ Nav Chhugâ presented sequentially; (4) a prayer card for the well being and health our most beloved NOOR Mowlana Hazir Imam and his family, the upliftment the global Jamat, global Muslim community, and humanity at large, and the salvation of all departed souls; and (5) a prayer for the global Jamat.   Knowledge Section on Bandagi: Relationship between Bandagi (Meditation) and Iman (Faith) Let us reflect on the following teachings of Imam Sultan Muhammad Shah (a.s.) "Jo ibâdatni âdat nahi padsho anê susti karsho to amârâ upar tame tetlu(n) imân majbut hashê to pan tamâru imân astê astê khasi jashê atlê tamâru imân jatu rahêshê" (Zanzibar, 18-8-1905) (Source: Gawahrê Rahêmat, p. 33)   Literal translation: If you do not develop the practice of ibadat (bandagi) and become lazy, then in spite of having a strong faith, your faith will slowly diminish and it will fade away.   "Jê shakhsh ibâdat nathi karto tè hakni roji nathi khâto anê tênâ dil upar shêtân kabu kari tênu(n) imân lu(n)ti lyê chhê." (Amadâwâd, 14-2-1896)" (Source: Gawahrê Rahêmat, p. 32)   Literal translation: The person who does not perform ibadat, then whatever sustenance he gets from God (roji), it is not lawful for him. The devil will have control over his heart and plunder his faith.   From the above teachings, it is clear that bandagi (luminous prayer, meditation) is the key mechanism to sustain one's faith. Noor Mowlana Sultan Muhammad Shah (a.s.) has also taught us that faith is light, therefore enlightenment can only happen if one practices bandagi.   The practice of bandagi is a fundamental pillar of personal search under the guidance of the Holy Imam. Therefore, whenever we hear the word 'enlightenment' in Noor Mowlana Hazir Imam's firmans, he is referring to being regular in the practice of bandagi.   Please reflect deeply upon the following words of Noor Mowlana Hazir Imam from his Irshad Mubarak of July 11, 2007: "... let spiritual enlightenment guide you". In my humble opinion, Mowla has given a tremendous emphasis on the practice of bandagi as this is the key to: (1) survival in this materialistic and turbulent world, and (2) enlightenment and eternal existence in the next world.   Dhikr Section: The ism-i azam is the door to luminosity, therefore it is a treasure that should be constantly remembered. Here is a humble dhikr to emphasize this point. Let us pray to NOOR Mowlana Hazir to empower us to practice the luminous prayer at a luminous time with a luminous word, i.e., perform bandagi with ism-i azam, the Supreme Name of God, with a greater effort, strength and enthusiasm.   Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim In the name of Allah, the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful. Click here to play or to save the Ism-i Azam mp3 track to your computer. Ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam (07) Ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam (14) Ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam (21) Ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam (28) Ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam (35) Ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam (42) Ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam (49) Ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam (56) Ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam (63) Ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam, ism-i azam (70) Al-hamdu lillahi rabbil 'alamin. Praise be to Allah, the Lord of the worlds! Anant Nâ Nav Chhugâ Verses (Chhugo Number 3, verses 1 to 5):   Download mp3 track in the voice of Shafiq Rawji for verses 1 to 10 of the third Chhugo (Chapter) Âshâji hêtsu(n) nâri têri âsaj karti nê kashu(n) kidho sâ(n)hiji jân tamê lainê âvjo to karie narsu(n) vân hari ana(n)t ana(n)t hari anatê(n)jo sâmi shâh anantê(n)jo a(n)t tu(n)hê jânêjê Hari ana(n)t Oh Lord Your (devoted, spiritual) wife was affectionately relying on You and always followed her Lord (Oh devoted souls) come and bring together your lives and be in the company of the Husband (the Lord) Hari You are eternal; 1 Âshâji pêli rât vivâj tani târê karo satiyu(n)nâ kâjaji tê tamê sa(m)bharo ha(n)sâjinâ râjâ nârinâ sâro kâj Hari ana(n)t Oh Lord The first night will be entirely devoted to the (spiritual) wedding at that time perform the work for the devotees Listen about this Oh the King of the souls and perfect (purify) the deeds of the wife Hari You are eternal; 2 Âshâji hêt karinê nâri âvi tê bâl ku(n)vâri nâriji chhedo nâkhi sâmi tamêj dhâ(n)kjo jêm lok nê dêkhê lagâr Hari ana(n)t Oh Lord The (devoted, spiritual) woman has arrived filled with love and she is the youthful unmarried woman By fitting the skirt, only You veil me so that the rest of them may never notice (my imperfections) Hari You are eternal; 3 Âshâji châr jugni amnê âshâj poti kaljugmâ(n) kidhi tamê sâraji amê nâri tamê nâthji tamê amârâ bharthâr Hari ana(n)t Oh Lord The entire hopes and desires (of all the souls) of the four eras have reached us In the present era, You have perfected (fulfilled) them We are the (devoted, spiritual) wives and You are the Master and You are our (spiritual) Husband Hari You are eternal; 4 Âshâji nar har motâ tamê nâthji amê tamâri nâriji nich nârini tamê pataj râkhajo amanê âshâ chhê tamâri Hari ana(n)t Oh Lord You are the great (spiritual) Husband, the Lord and the Master and we are your (spiritual) wives maintain the status of the humble wives We have our reliance on You Hari You are eternal; 5 Prayer Card for the Well-being and Health of the Whole Noorani Family   Niyat and Wish List: Let us first declare our noble intentions and then invoke the angelic salwat for exoteric and esoteric purposes. Ya Ali, Ya NOOR Mowlana Shah Karim Al-Hussaini Hazir Imam, we pray for: The well being and health of the whole NOORANI family; Protection from the elements of dross and darkness; Sunshine in hearts, Light in our foreheads and the blessing of the inner vision of the Truth; Mushkil Aasan and material, spiritual & intellectual upliftment of the global Jamat, the global Muslim community and humanity at large; Salvation of all departed souls; Empowerment of our children with the correct understanding of our holy faith; and External and internal peace for the whole humanity. "It is mentioned in verse (33:33): "O you the people of the house (of the Prophet)! Verily Allah intends but to keep off from you (every kind of) uncleanness and purify you with a thorough purification." By the people of the house or ahl-i bayt are meant the holy Prophet himself, Hazrat Ali, Hazrat Fatimah, Hazrat Hasan and Hazrat Husayn. (Muslim, IV, 1883; Tirmidhi, V, 663)" [Source: Tawil 144: A Thousand Wisdoms] Now let us recite angelic salwats to invoke Divine grace and mercy. Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim In the name of Allah, the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful. Listen to Real audio streams online:    [33 times| 66 times| 99 times| 198 times| 990 times]   or download angelic salwat sound track in mp3 format Allâhumâ salli alâ Muhammadin wa âle Muhammad (1) (O Allah! Bestow Peace on Muhammad and his Descendants) Allâhumâ salli alâ Muhammadin wa âle Muhammad (2) (O Allah! Bestow Peace on Muhammad and his Descendants) Allâhumâ salli alâ Muhammadin wa âle Muhammad (3) (O Allah! Bestow Peace on Muhammad and his Descendants) Allâhumâ salli alâ Muhammadin wa âle Muhammad (4) (O Allah! Bestow Peace on Muhammad and his Descendants) Allâhumâ salli alâ Muhammadin wa âle Muhammad (5) (O Allah! Bestow Peace on Muhammad and his Descendants) Allâhumâ salli alâ Muhammadin wa âle Muhammad (6) (O Allah! Bestow Peace on Muhammad and his Descendants) Allâhumâ salli alâ Muhammadin wa âle Muhammad (7) (O Allah! Bestow Peace on Muhammad and his Descendants) Allâhumâ salli alâ Muhammadin wa âle Muhammad (8) (O Allah! Bestow Peace on Muhammad and his Descendants) Allâhumâ salli alâ Muhammadin wa âle Muhammad (9) (O Allah! Bestow Peace on Muhammad and his Descendants) Allâhumâ salli alâ Muhammadin wa âle Muhammad (10) (O Allah! Bestow Peace on Muhammad and his Descendants) Allâhumâ salli alâ Muhammadin wa âle Muhammad (11) (O Allah! Bestow Peace on Muhammad and his Descendants) Al-hamdu lillahi rabbil 'alamin. Praise be to Allah, the Lord of the worlds! Global Prayer: Ya Ali, Ya NOOR Mowlana Shah Karim Al-Hussaini Hazir Imam, make us One global Jamat with One Sound Heart (Qalb-i Salim), bless us with the Golden Noorani and the Golden Jubilee Didars, and empower us to present Material, Spiritual and Luminous Nazranas. Ameen. Peace, light, barakat, tayid, Golden Jubilee and Golden Noorani Didars, Noorallah Juma March 24, 2008

Article by Dr. Noorallah Juma
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