Lata’if-e-Ashrafi – Dars 01 | Why Study the Awliya & Who Was Makhdoom Ashraf?

In this opening lesson of our new series on Lata'if-e Ashrafi, we explore the importance of studying the lives and teachings of the Awliya In this dars, Hazrat Syed Zaid Ashraf discusses: • Why the sayings and teachings of the Awliya strengthen the heart • The concept of spiritual companionship through the works of the righteous • The life, scholarship, and sacrifices of Makhdoom Ashraf Jahangir Simnani • His journey from worldly kingship to spiritual leadership • The significance and unique value of Lata'if-e Ashrafi • Why this work remains relevant for Muslims today Lata'if-e Ashrafi is among the most important classical works of Islamic spirituality. Throughout this series, we will journey through the text, exploring its spiritual, intellectual, and practical lessons for contemporary Muslims. 📖 Recommended Reading: The Life of Ghawth al-'Alam Originally authored by Hazrat Muhaddith-e-A'zam Hind and translated into English by Syed Zaid Ashraf. Available at: MA Mission Blackburn: 31A Wellington Street St Johns, Blackburn BB1 8AF MA Mission Bolton: 365 Halliwell Rd, Bolton BL1 8DE MA Mission Preston: 98 Deepdale Rd, Preston PR1 5AR MA Mission Dewsbury: 225c Ravenshouse Rd, Dewsbury Moor, Dewsbury WF13 3QU MA Mission Birmingham: 49 Ward End Park Rd, Saltley, Birmingham B8 3PH MA Mission Leicester: 170 Prestwold Rd, Leicester LES OEZ Islamic Book Centre: 286 Whalley Range, Blackburn BB1 6NL Madani Bookstore: 30 Great George St, Preston PR1 1TJ 📚 About This Series This series aims to provide a structured introduction to the teachings of Makhdoom Ashraf Jahangir Simnani through a detailed study of Lata'if-e Ashrafi, combining traditional scholarship with practical spiritual guidance. 🔔 Subscribe and enable notifications so you don't miss future lessons in this series. May Allah allow us to benefit from the teachings of His righteous servants, illuminate our hearts with guidance, and grant us sincerity in seeking knowledge. #LataifEAshrafi #Tasawwuf #Sufism #syedzaidashraf #MakhdoomAshraf #AwliyaAllah #IslamicStudies #AhlusSunnah #Spirituality #IslamicLectures