"One should not sleep before the Isha salaat."

Arif Billah Ashiq-e-Rasool (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) Hazrat Shah Abdul Ghani (rahmatullahi alaihe) once fell asleep before the Isha salaat.

During this time, Hazrat Shah Abdul Ghani (rahmatullahi alaihe) was blessed with the auspicious vision of the Beloved Prophet (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) in a dream. In the dream, Hazrat Shah Abdul Ghani (rahmatullahi alaihe) saw that the Beloved Prophet of Allah (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) had arrived.

In the dream, the Beloved Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) stated: “One should not sleep before the Isha salaat. There is harm in it.”

"Come join me for the salaat."

Hazrat Shah Muhammad Kazem Kolondor Olovi Kakurovi (rahmatullahi alaihe) was the greatest successor to Hazrat Shah Baset Ali (rahmatullahi alaihe).

Hazrat Shah Muhammad Kakurovi (rahmatullahi alaihe) once missed the Jumu’a prayer when he was eight or nine years old. Because of this, Hazrat Shah Muhammad Kakurovi (rahmatullahi alaihe) went through extreme mental agony.

Hazrat Shah Muhammad Kakurovi (rahmatullahi alaihe) fell asleep with this agony. He was blessed with the auspicious vision of the Beloved Prophet (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) in a dream. In the dream, Hazrat Shah Muhammad Kakurovi (rahmatullahi alaihe) saw that there was a congregation at the august court of the Beloved Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) and preparations were underway for salaat. In the dream, the Beloved Prophet of Allah (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) asked Hazrat Shah Muhammad Kakurovi (rahmatullahi alaihe): “Have you offered salaat?” Hazrat Shah Muhammad Kakurovi (rahmatullahi alaihe) replied: “No.” The Beloved Prophet (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) stated: “Then come join me for the salaat.”

In the dream, Hazrat Shah Muhammad Kakurovi (rahmatullahi alaihe) wanted to stand in the rear row. However, Hazrat Ali (radi Allah unhu) pulled Hazrat Shah Muhammad Kakurovi (rahmatullahi alaihe) towards him. Hazrat Shah Muhammad Kakurovi thus (rahmatullahi alaihe) stood beside Hazrat Ali (radi Allah unhu).

"Go and excavate a well where I have placed a stick."

Hazrat Sheikh Abdul Jalil is renowned as the author of “Kutubul Alam.”

Hazrat Sheikh Abdul Jalil was the son of Hazrat Hakem and the brother of Sheikh Abu Bakr Ibn Abul Fatah. Hazrat Sheikh Abdul Jalil was also the spiritual successor to his brother Sheikh Abu Bakr Ibn Abul Fatah.

During the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi, Hazrat Sheikh Abdul Jalil accompanied the Sultan to Agra when the city was chosen as the capital city.

Hazrat Sheikh Abdul Jalil was very pious and a learned Islamic scholar. When Agra was chosen as the capital city, its water was not drinkable because of high concentration of salt in the water. Hazrat Sheikh Abdul Jalil wanted to build a well of drinkable water. During this time, Hazrat Sheikh Abdul Jalil was blessed with the auspicious vision of the Beloved Prophet (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) in a dream. In the dream, the Beloved Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) stated: “Go and excavate a well where I have placed a stick.”

During dawn, Hazrat Sheikh Abdul Jalil went to the very place that he had seen in the dream. He discovered that there was a stick on the ground.

Without delay, Hazrat Sheikh Abdul Jalil carried the instructions from the dream and excavated a well on the spot. The well produced sweet drinking water.

Both the Khankah (convent) of Hazrat Sheikh Abdul Jalil and the well have become very famous over time. The Khankah and the well are situated in the Jogipura area in Agra in present-day India.

Dream of Sher Shah Suri

Sher Shah Suri was a ruler of the Indian subcontinent in the 16^th century.

Sher Shah Suri was once blessed with the auspicious vision of the Beloved Prophet (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) in a dream. In the dream, Sher Shah Suri saw that he was present at the august court of the Beloved Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam). Nasiruddin Humayun was also present at the court.

In the dream, Nasiruddin Humayun was wearing his regal tiara on his head. The Beloved Prophet of Allah (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) took the tiara from Nasiruddin Humayun and placed it on the head of Sher Shah Suri. Then the Beloved Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) stated: “Establish rule with equal justice for all.” Sher Shah Suri woke up afterwards.

After a few days, Sher Shah Suri confronted Nasiruddin Humayun in a battle. In the ensuing battle, the small army of Sher Shah Suri defeated the huge army led by Nasiruddin Humayun.

Having barely saved his life, Nasiruddin Humayun fled to Iran after losing the battle to Sher Shah Suri.

"Call him Syed Ahmad"

Shaykh Muhammad Bin Ilias Saon Gharfoshi (rahmatullahi alaihe) was the father of Syed Ahmad Saon (rahmatullahi alaihe). Muhammad Gharfoshi (rahmatullahi alaihe) used to live in Punjab, Pakistan. He passed away in 1593 A.D. After his demise, his son Syed Ahmad Saon (rahmatullahi alaihe) succeeded him.

Jahangir was the Emperor of the Indian subcontinent during the time of Syed Ahmad Saon (rahmatullahi alaihe). The Emperor called Syed Ahmad Saon (rahmatullahi alaihe) to capital Agra.

Syed Ahmad Saon (rahmatullahi alaihe) came to the royal court but refused to prostrate before the Emperor as it was the usual practice during the time. Because of his refusal, Syed Ahmad Saon (rahmatullahi alaihe) was incarcerated in jail in Gwalior for three years.

During his confinement, Syed Ahmad Saon (rahmatullahi alaihe) used to show utmost respect to the chains which were used to confine him. He used to say: “These have shown me the right path.” He was an Owaisi.

Syed Ahmad Saon (rahmatullahi alaihe) lived to be eighty years old. He was buried in his hometown. He was called “Saon” because of the following reasons.

The father of Syed Ahmad Saon (rahmatullahi alaihe) was once blessed with the auspicious vision of the Beloved Prophet (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) in a dream. In the dream, the Beloved Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) stated: “Your son Sheikh Ahmad is among my descendants. Do not call him Sheikh Ahmad. Call him Syed Ahmad.”

From that day on, Sheikh Ahmad took on the title of Syed Ahmad.

Excellence of Durood Shareef

Sheikh Ibn Makki (rahmatullahi alaihe), Imam Sakhabi (rahmatullahi alaihe) and other Muhaddese narrate that Muhammad Ibn Syed Ibn Mutareb used to recite Durood Shareef in exceedingly large numbers.

Muhammad Ibn Syed Ibn Mutareb used to recite a certain number of Durood Shareef before going to bed every night. One night, Muhammad Ibn Syed Ibn Mutareb was blessed with the auspicious vision of the Beloved Prophet (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) in a dream. In the dream, Muhammad Ibn Syed Ibn Mutareb saw that bright light and exquisite fragrance of musk filled his entire house. Afterwards, the Beloved Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) arrived at the residence of Muhammad Ibn Syed Ibn Mutareb.

In the dream, the Beloved Prophet of Allah (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) called Muhammad Ibn Syed Ibn Mutareb and stated: “Bring your face near. I will kiss it because you recite large number of Durood upon me.”

In the dream, Muhammad Ibn Syed Ibn Mutareb felt shy and turned his face towards the Beloved Prophet of Allah (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam). Afterwards, the Beloved Prophet (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) kissed the face of Muhammad Ibn Syed Ibn Mutareb.

Muhammad Ibn Syed Ibn Mutareb woke up afterwards. His wife also woke up. Both of them discovered that their entire house was filled with exquisite fragrance of musk. In addition, Muhammad Ibn Syed Ibn Mutareb’s face emitted strong fragrance of musk. This fragrance continued for eight days. Subhan'allah!

Oh Allah! Send Durood and salaam upon your Habib who is the best of all creations.

Abdus Salam Hosaini (rahmatullahi alaihe)

Syed Mohammed Abdus Salam Hosaini (rahmatullahi alaihe) narrates that he was once staying in Madinah al-Munawara. He was without food for three days.

Syed Mohammed Abdus Salam Hosaini (rahmatullahi alaihe) offered two rakah of salaat near the Mimber Shareef (the Pulpit in the Mosque). Afterwards, Syed Mohammed Abdus Salam Hosaini (rahmatullahi alaihe) stated: “Oh grandfather (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam)! I am very hungry. I wish to eat sorit (a special dish).”

Syed Mohammed Abdus Salam Hosaini (rahmatullahi alaihe) fell asleep after that. He was however awakened by a man moments later. The man gave him sorit in a bowl made of wood. The bowl contained meat, ghee, and many other items.

Syed Mohammed Abdus Salam Hosaini (rahmatullahi alaihe) asked: “Where did you get these?” The man replied: “My children wanted to eat these for the past three days. Allah Subhanahu Wa Tala'a has given me some today. Finally, I was able to cook some today. I fell asleep afterwards and was blessed with the auspicious vision of the Beloved Prophet (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) in a dream.”

In the dream, the Beloved Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) stated: “One of your brothers has expressed his desire to me to eat these. Therefore, give him some to eat.”

"Extend help without delay so that they can observe the Eid."

Hazrat Abul Hassan Tamimi (rahmatullahi alaihe) narrates that he was once going through a period of extreme financial hardship. On the eve of Eid, his financial situation took a turn for the worse. Hazrat Abul Hassan Tamimi (rahmatullahi alaihe) did not have any money to buy food and new clothes for the children.

During the night, Hazrat Abul Hassan Tamimi (rahmatullahi alaihe) heard a knock on his front door. He found that Ibn Abi Omar was waiting at the door for him. Ibn Abi Omar informed Hazrat Abul Hassan Tamimi (rahmatullahi alaihe) that a few moments ago he was blessed with the auspicious vision of the Beloved Prophet (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) in a dream. In the dream, the Beloved Prophet of Allah (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) stated: “Abul Hassan Tamimi and his family are in extreme financial hardship. Extend help without delay so that they can observe the Eid.”

Upon awakening, Ibn Abi Omar purchased some new clothes for Hazrat Abul Hassan Tamimi (rahmatullahi alaihe) and his family.

In this manner, arrangements were made for Hazrat Abul Hassan Tamimi (rahmatullahi alaihe) and his family to celebrate the Eid.

Hazrat Shah Mohammad Sajjad (rahmatullahi alaihe)

Hazrat Shah Mohammad Sajjad (rahmatullahi alaihe) is known as Kutubul Aulia.

Hazrat Shah Mohammad Sajjad (rahmatullahi alaihe) performed hajj five times. At age forty, he renounced the world and performed his first hajj. Afterwards, he spent two years in Madinah al-Munawara. Hazrat Shah Mohammad Sajjad (rahmatullahi alaihe) then came to Ajmeer, India at the instructions of the Beloved Prophet (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam). He went to Danapur, India after his long stay in Ajmeer.

After three years, Hazrat Shah Mohammad Sajjad (rahmatullahi alaihe) performed hajj again and stayed in Madinah al-Munawara for a long time. During this time, it was his practice to go into Murakabah (deep meditation) all night at the Haram Shareef in Madinah al-Munawara.

One night, one Syed Shahib invited Hazrat Shah Mohammad Sajjad (rahmatullahi alaihe) to a dish of meat. On this particular night, Hazrat Shah Mohammad Sajjad (rahmatullahi alaihe) could not come to the Rouza Shareef of the Beloved Prophet (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam).

On this very night, Hazrat Shah Mohammad Sajjad (rahmatullahi alaihe) was blessed with the auspicious vision of the Beloved Prophet of Allah (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) in a dream. In the dream, the Beloved Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) asked: “Oh my son! Have you come to Madinah Shareef to eat meat or have you come here for me?”

Upon awakening, Hazrat Shah Mohammad Sajjad (rahmatullahi alaihe) promised never to eat meat again. He did not take meat until the last day of his life.

"I will induct you into the Qādiriyyah Tariqah."

Hazrat Maolana Abdur Ghafur Abbasi Madani’s (rahmatullahi alaihe) father was Shah Syed Abbasi. Shah Syed Abbasi was the spiritual successor of Maolana Fazle Ali Qureshi. Shah Syed Abbasi was the follower of the Naqshbandia Tariqah (a particular path in Sufism).

Hazrat Shah Syed Abbasi used to recite Durood Shareef whole night. On one blessed night, Shah Syed Abbasi saw the Beloved Prophet (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) in a dream.

In the dream, the Beloved Prophet (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) stated: “Udnuminni” (come to me). After that, the Beloved Prophet of Allah (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) stated: “I will induct you into the Qādiriyyah Tariqah.” At this, Hazrat Shah Syed Abbasi replied: “I have become Murīd (disciple) in the Naqshbandia Tariqah.” The Beloved Prophet (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) replied: “I will induct you into the Ahle Bayt Silsilah.” Afterwards, Hazrat Shah Syed Abbasi made wuzu and was inducted into the Qādiriyyah Silsilah (chain in Sufism) by the Beloved Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam).

Hazrat Shah Syed Abbasi was 42 years old when he saw this dream. He used to live in the Suat area in Pakistan.

Hazrat Shah Syed Abbasi migrated to Madinah al-Munawara after this dream. He passed away at the age of seventy-three on the 1^st day of Rabiul Awwal, 1389 Hijri.

He was buried in Jannatul Baki. Hazrat Shah Syed Abbasi was laid to rest close to the tomb of Hazrat Osman Ghani (rahmatullah alaihe).

Fragance of attar from dream

Syed Bahauddin (rahmatullahi alaihe) was the son of Syed Nasrul Aolabi (rahmatullahi alaihe) and the brother of Syed Wajih Uddin (rahmatullahi alaihe).

Syed Bahauddin (rahmatullahi alaihe) was a very pious person. One night, he was blessed with the auspicious vision of the Beloved Prophet (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) in a dream. In the dream, the Beloved Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alaihe wa sallam) applied attar to the face of Syed Bahauddin (rahmatullahi alaihe).

In the morning, Syed Bahauddin’s (rahmatullahi alaihe) face emitted fragrance of attar. This fragrance continued until his death.

Syed Bahauddin (rahmatullahi alaihe) passed away at the age of twenty-seven. The fragrance left after his demise.

His tomb is in Ahmedabad, India.