Zeal for Reading

By the Grace of Allah, Ameer e Ahle Sunnat Hazrat Allama Maulana Ilyas Qadri is proficient in and well acquainted with the sacred Islamic laws, guidelines of spirituality [Tasawwuf] and code of morals and ethics due to his immense passion for reading and constant interaction with the prominent scholars.

Besides reading many Islamic books authored by several great and prominent scholars, his zeal to read, the Scribe of Islamic Law [Shariah], the Guiding light of Spirituality [Tariqah], Mufti Muhammad Amjad Ali Azmi’s prominent book “Bahar e Shariat” is exceptional. Moreover, he is keen in reading Imam Ahmed Raza Khan’s remarkable verdicts’ collection “Fatawa e Rizvia” for seeking knowledge. He extensively reads Imam Muhammad Ghazali’s books, especially “Ihya ul uloom” and also instructs his associates and disciples to do the same. Additionally, books authored by other eminent scholars are also being read by him.

Furthermore, he expertly elaborates and explains, in layman’s terms, complex topics like: Bearing patience [Ṣabr]; expressing gratitude [Shukr]; entrusting in the Divine Providence [Tawakkul]; having contentment [Qana’at]; bearing fear [Khauf]; adopting hope [Rija]; abstaining from lying, back-biting; and avoiding malice, rancour and heedlessness.

Reference:
Introduction to Ameer e Ahl e Sunnat