Al-Quran 57:25 Indeed, [even aforetime] did We send forth Our apostles with all evidence of [this] truth; and through them We bestowed revelation from on high, and [thus gave you] a balance [wherewith to weigh right and wrong], so that men might behave with equity; and We sent down [upon you] from on high iron, in which there is awesome power as well as [a source of] benefits for man: and [all this was given to you] so that God might mark out those who would stand up for him and His Apostle, even though He [Himself] is beyond the reach of human perception. Verily, God is powerful, almighty!

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16
Jun

Merged in the Whole

   Posted by: Sheraz Alvi   in Weekly Blog

Alif-aihad jad dittee wiskaalee, Az khud hoiaa faanee hoo
Qurb, wisaal, maqaam na manzil, Na uth jism na jaanee hoo
Na uth ishq muhabbat kaaee, Na uth kaun makaanee hoo
Aino-ain theeose Baahoo, Sirr wahadat subhaanee hoo

English translation of Kalam-e-Bahu

When The one Lord revealed himself to me, I lost myself in Him.

Now there is neither nearness nor union. There is no longer a journey to undertake, No longer a destination to reach.

Love attachment, my body and soul And even the very limits of time and space have all dropped from my consciousness.

My separate self has merged in the Whole: In that, O Bahu, lies the secret of the unity that is God!

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29
May

Benefits of Meditation

   Posted by: Naveed Rahmat   in Meditation, Weekly Blog

:::Physiological Benefits of Meditation:::

  • Deep rest-as measured by decreased metabolic rate, lower heart rate, and reduced work load of the heart.
  • Lowered levels of cortisol and lactate-two chemicals associated with stress.
  • Improve blood pressure.
  • Higher skin resistance.
  • Drop in cholesterol levels. High cholesterol is associated with cardiovascular disease.
  • Improve flow of air to the lungs resulting in easier breathing. This has been very helpful to asthma patients.
  • Slows down the aging process.
  • It lowers oxygen consumption.
  • It increases blood flow and slows the heart rate.

:::Psychological Benefits of Meditation:::

  • Increased brain wave coherence.
  • Greater creativity.
  • Decreased anxiety.
  • Decreased depression
  • Decreased irritability and moodiness
  • Improved learning ability and memory.
  • Increased self-actualization.
  • Increased feelings of vitality and rejuvenation.
  • Increased happiness.
  • Increased emotional stability.

:::Spiritual Benefits of Meditation:::

Our soul impresses our mind and helps us to choose our beliefs about reality. These beliefs then channel our thoughts into patterns which fit into that view of reality. Our thoughts feed into our emotions, and our emotions affect the well-being of our physical form. It makes sense, therefore, to see that the root of the human tree, our spiritual self, is given the best possible nourishment.

Through meditation we contact the most real part of us. This part is the spiritual source which existed before our physical body was formed.

Our soul is the fountain of wisdom within us. It has access to all information in the universe because it is consciously connected to the entire universe. Our soul is our personal connection to Infinite Being.

Through contacting our inner self, we become more aware of our greatest inner joy. When we follow that innermost joy, we consciously resonate with our soul and manifest our true potential in life. This inner resonance enhances your intuition, making you more capable of choosing the best options in life.

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25
May

Inner Peace through meditation – Part 2

   Posted by: Sheraz Alvi   in Weekly Blog

We as Muslim are obliged to pray at least five times a day. During prayer we are to focus and meditate on Allah by reciting the Qur’an and engaging in ZIKAR to reiterate and strengthen our bond with Almighty Allah.

Meditation is intended to help maintain a feeling of spiritual peace, in the face of whatever challenges work, social or family life may present

::: Steps involve before Meditation (Muraqba) :::

  1. Find a comfortable and relaxing location
  2. Turn off any sounds to create a quiet atmosphere
  3. Focus on breathing to create calmness. Gently even breaths will increase the blood flow to the brain and reduce the stresses of life

::: Simple Methods Of Breathing :::

1. The countdown

The purpose of meditation is to clear your mind of all thoughts. Start with the number 99, and as you are focusing on 99 breathe in slowly and then breathe out. Now go to 98, and as you are focusing on 98 breathe in slowly and then breathe out.

2. Follow your breath

It is, and its very effective. One thing that you have with you everywhere you go – hopefully – is your breath. We often forget about it or take it for granted, or are just unaware of it, breathe in . . . breathe out.

:::Types of Meditation (Muraqaba):::

There are many different kinds of meditation that are practiced in various Sufi schools in different parts of the world. Following is a list of the ones commonly practiced.

These are usually used for beginners, or for cure of various diseases.

1. Meditation (Muraqba) of light

* Violet

* Indigo

* Blue

* Green

* Yellow

* Orange

* Pink

* Red

2. Noor (Invisible Light)

3. Names of God — For getting acquaintance with attributes of God

4. Allah (Proper name of God)

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21
May

Inner Peace through meditation – Part 1

   Posted by: Naveed Rahmat   in Meditation

We as human beings come through different phases of life to acquire peace & harmony. In this regards, we used to follow the instructions what our sect or religion has asked us to follow. But we normally fail to gain that level of satisfaction that we usually looking for. What is all about?  Why it happens?

After having various discussions with various people & going through different occult materials, I have concluded that we don’t pay attention on what our religion says to handle any stress and attaining relaxation in our lives.

On contrary, it is also weird; we even don’t know what level of satisfaction we need. We used to roaming around to see peace in materialistic things like buying new cars, air conditioner or any other things but at day end results stands zero.

We fight with ourselves while saying “WHY ME” questions. We spoil our relationships that should be handled with care. We handle glassy items with much care but neglect our bonds that are the GIFTS OF ALMIGHTY ALLAH. Things are being handled the way heart matters should be dealt & in a results stress, depression, anxiety at lots of other spiritual diseases.

Everyone one of us is focused to polish our body and forgot how to clean our souls? We offer prayers, recite Quran but everything is tasteless. Soul is getting weak day by day.

We must integrate our soul with Almighty Allah to flourish our inner potential. Everything has to reach at its destiny & our destiny is our death where we will be answering. Did we ever think that Allah loves us more than 70 mothers despite our weaknesses? Our closed ones betray us in the veil of loyalty & we get disturbed. At the time, when world spits on us; we get ourselves connected with Allah according to our religion & get inner peace & relaxation.

At that time, we make friendship with our loneliness, talks with Allah while shedding tears & try to being away from other people. At that time, we water our soul while offering prayers OR reciting various WAZAIE’FS.

At that time, we hear the voice of heart & mind with proper consideration & focus approach…

Allah gives calmness to our soul. If HE stops to whom we can be benefited? NO ONE my dear NO ONE…

Our saints have suggested us to do meditation to conquer mind & soul as mind controls our body & heart soul respectively…

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