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There is the self, and there is our companion. This companion is the
embodiment of sincerity, humility, and neediness. In their heart burns the
flame of love, and it is through this flame that we feel its warmth. When we
find ourselves in solitude, the thought of this companion introduces us to an
array of sweet delights. In moments of illness, the care and comfort provided
by this companion compels us to endure. When, by divine will, we fall into
distress, it is the self-sacrifice of this companion that liberates us from our
affliction. When someone speaks ill of this companion, we experience a pain so
profound that it disrupts the very foundation of our being. In essence, while
one may forgive and move on when harmed by another, the harm done to a sincere
and selfless companion is intolerable to any soul that comprehends the depth of
sincerity.
The hearts of the friends of Allah, the saints, are the luminous beacons
of guidance, sincerity, selflessness, love, and devotion. These individuals are
the beloved of Allah and His Messenger (P.U.H.B.), and Allah holds them dear.
As the Prophet (P.U.H.B.) stated, "The enemy of Allah’s friends is the
enemy of Allah and His Messenger." Furthermore, he declared, "Whoever
harbors enmity against a friend of Allah has indeed declared war against Allah
Himself."
It is acknowledged that Allah loves His chosen servants—those who are
humble, unheralded, and hidden from the sight of others. They remain unnoticed
and unspoken of, not called to the forefront, nor seated in positions of
prominence. Yet, their hearts shine with the light of divine guidance.
The Prophet (P.U.H.B.) further elucidated this by saying: "Seek Me
among My poor, for through them, you attain sustenance and victory." In
other words, the poor are My friends, and I dwell among them. It is through
their presence that you receive both sustenance and divine assistance.
On one occasion, a group of prominent figures among the Arab elite
approached the Prophet (P.U.H.B.) and said: "We wish to visit you, but
these destitute companions of yours, the inhabitants of Ṣuffa, are always in your company. If we could be granted some
separation, we would seek your religious counsel in private." Allah, the
All-Knowing and All-Wise, immediately responded to their thoughts: "O
Muhammad (P.U.H.B.), do not dismiss those who invoke their Lord in the morning
and evening, desiring only His Face. You are not accountable for their actions,
nor are they accountable for yours. If you turn them away, you would be among
the unjust."
It is essential to understand that had these humble companions been
removed, even briefly, the influential leaders of the Arabs might have accepted
Islam. However, Allah’s pride and dignity could not permit the degradation of
His beloved servants for worldly gain.
Tajalliyat-The Divine Manifestation
KHWAJA SHAMS-UD-DEEN AZEEMI
IN THE NAME OF ALLAH, THE MERCIFUL, THE BENEVOLENT
Dedicated to those scientists, who are inching towards the cognizance of the facts, spotlighted by Allah Almighty, in the wake of their intelligent observation for the top vertex of scientific achievement, which is not other than the "Disastrous end of the Universe". And this is probably during 15th century of Lunar calendar.
