Every seeker of truth who traverses the madrasas and spiritual retreats of the Indian subcontinent often finds themselves engulfed in a strange melancholy and sorrow. Their heart seems to overflow with an inexplicable yearning, a silent ache that defies full expression in words: “I emerged from the madrasa and retreat, sorrowful, Neither life, nor love,… Continue reading The Voice of ‘Qala Allah’
Visit to Educational Institutions in Lucknow
The Madrasas of Lucknow and Its Surroundings On the gentle morning of April 6, 2026, as the hour of dawn knocked, we (myself, Zaid, Maulana Muhammad Waseeq, and Saud Al-Azmi) set out to visit the illuminating academic beacons—madrasas—scattered around Lucknow and its environs. This journey was not merely a measurement of distances but a rediscovery… Continue reading Visit to Educational Institutions in Lucknow
The Spiritually Uplifting Journey to Rae Bareli
The longing of us humble ones for your abode Wednesday, the 8th of April, dawned with a gentle and clear sensation. The air in Lucknow carried a light chill of spring, infused with a freshness that subtly prepared the heart for travel. We (myself, Zaid, and Maulana Muhammad Wasiq Nadwi) embarked on a journey that… Continue reading The Spiritually Uplifting Journey to Rae Bareli
Introduction to Arabic Sciences
Praise All praise is due to Allah, who has honored the Arabic sciences and made them the key to understanding His noble Book and the Sunnah of His esteemed Prophet. May blessings and peace be upon our master Muhammad, the most eloquent of those who spoke the Arabic language, and upon his family, companions, and… Continue reading Introduction to Arabic Sciences
Reflections on Kakori’s Spiritual Journey
An Evening in Kakori Do not ask of my youth and old age, Two turns of the dream of oblivion’s stage, The thread of breath brought news of unease, May Allah protect the heart of this ruined abode. The shame of sin erases the form of torment, O child of tears, wash away my records… Continue reading Reflections on Kakori’s Spiritual Journey
Various Encounters
During my stay at Nadwatul Ulama from April 4 to 9, 2026, I was blessed with the opportunity to meet numerous scholarly and intellectual figures, leaving me with cherished memories. Some of these encounters have been mentioned previously, while others will be detailed in the following pages. However, there are a few meetings whose impressions… Continue reading Various Encounters
Meaningful Academic Gathering at Nadwatul Ulama
The Dimensions of Similarity and Dissimilarity Perhaps I have once helped a blind beggar cross the street, or caressed the head of an orphan with compassion, or supported a widow. For whenever I come to Nadwa, I am invariably graced with the company of the wise and discerning. I wrote this in haste and under… Continue reading Meaningful Academic Gathering at Nadwatul Ulama
The Tale of the Fox and the Lion
When the Fox Caught a Cold It is narrated, though I am not one to accept every tale, yet I cannot deny the hidden truth in some narratives, that the lion, the king of the jungle, was struck by a peculiar thought. It was not typical for kings to dwell on such matters, but when… Continue reading The Tale of the Fox and the Lion
Human identity, responsibility, and the path of self-purification
The question “Who am I?” cannot be meaningfully addressed within the confines of a purely worldly or material framework. The Qur’an consistently reorients the human being towards an eschatological horizon, requiring that life be understood in light of the inescapable realities of death and the Day of Judgement. This perspective is not intended to promote… Continue reading Human identity, responsibility, and the path of self-purification
Nadwah: Engaging with the Modern Era
A meeting of the Majlis-e-Shura (Advisory Council) of Nadwatul Ulama was scheduled for 5th April 2026. I arrived in Lucknow a day earlier and stayed there until 9th April. These few days were not merely a matter of formal attendance, but rather rare moments of reflection, observation, dialogue, and spiritual contentment for me—an opportunity to… Continue reading Nadwah: Engaging with the Modern Era