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Question: Two
years ago, I began experiencing strange and unsettling thoughts. For instance,
when I was sitting near an old age fellow whom I deeply revered, an intrusive
idea would abruptly enter my mind—such as slapping him—which would immediately
distress me. I love and respect such elders deeply, so I would find myself
tormented: Why am I having such thoughts? I was overwhelmed by anxiety,
fearing I might somehow act upon these impulses, though I never did.
Eventually, after about two months, these disturbing notions faded—by the grace
of Allah the Almighty.
However,
just a few days ago, I felt the same unsettling tendency return. By the mercy
of Allah, I perform my prayers regularly, encourage my brothers toward
righteousness, and make a sincere effort to avoid bad deeds. People regard me
with respect, and I strive to live up to that. Yet I am often troubled,
wondering why such thoughts arise in my mind. I consider them to be shayṭānic
whisperings (wasāwis), but sometimes I suspect that perhaps someone is trying
to harm my reputation through black magic or is disturbing me via telepathy.
Answer: After
each obligatory prayer, recite(استغفار) Astaghfirullāh one hundred times
and blow gently upon yourself. Additionally, before sleeping at night, spend
ten minutes gazing at the sky.
Khwaja Shamsuddin Azeemi
Nearly three decades ago, the esteemed spiritual scholar and blessed guide, Khwaja Shamsuddin Azeemi (R.A), inaugurated a mission of public service with the objective of liberating humanity from afflictions, psychological distress, and physical ailments. For ten years, he remained in contemplative retreat, silently advancing this sacred commitment to the service of creation (khidmat-e-khalq). As the hearts of the people began turning toward him, he employed the medium of mass communication. In 1969, this initiative was formally introduced to the public through newspapers and spiritual journals. According to conservative estimates, through written correspondence and face-to-face interaction—particularly via national publications and the Roohani Digest—Hazrat Azeemi has extended spiritual guidance and healing to over 1.4 million men and women, addressing intricate personal crises and intractable medical conditions. Today, it is not uncommon that wherever a few individuals gather, and a seemingly insoluble dilemma or incurable illness is mentioned, someone inevitably suggests: “Establish contact with Azeemi Sahib—the matter will be resolved.”
Through the grace of Allah the Almighty, the spiritual affinity with the Prophet (P.B.U.H), and the continued beneficence of the blessed guide, four volumes of Roohani Daak (Spiritual Correspondence) have now been compiled. The first volume is hereby presented to you for contemplation and benefit.
