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Gems Science in Islam: its Medicinal & Mystical Value
By: Qazi Dr. Shaikh Abbas Borhany
PhD (USA), NDI, Shahadat al A’alamiyyah (Najaf, Iraq), M.A., LLM
(Shariah)
Mushir: Fed. Shariat Court of Pakistan
Published in Daily News, Pakistan, ‘Mag Weekly’ Pakistan, Yemen
Times, Yemen & in ‘Badre Muneer’ , India on March 2010
The purpose of this work is certainly not to influence or to
suggest to the reader to begin to study or practice Astrology,
Numerology, Gemology, or such related sciences. The reason to
discuss Gems Science is to think in the wonders of creation and
submit to Tawhid of the Creator Who has created and set
in motion the vibrations of all these things, which in turn
influence human lives. For the benefits of people, Allah has
granted power in various things. He has created a long range of
advantageous treasures in the form of minerals, gems, gas,
petroleum, trees and herbs. All these created things are used
for the benefit of humanity in numerous forms. Its ‘ilm’
is granted to those who are ‘selected chosen people’. Gems are
Naimah of Allah, and are discussed in Ayah
22, Surah Rahman, Pearls & Coral are mentioned, the interlinked
Ayah 23 questions human being & Jinn: [1]
“Then which of the bounties of your Lord will both of you
belie?”
This Ayah of Qur’an invites attention: [2]
“He made subservient to you whatsoever is in the heavens and
whatsoever is in the earth, everything, (and all is) from Him.
Verily there are signs in this for those who consider”.
This Ayah teaches us that all created things are available for
human use. It is upon the human intellect to conquer the worlds
if only he/she follows His Laws and obeys His Command. Amir
al Muminin Ali has discussed fifteen minerals & gems. The 9th
Fatemi Imam, Al Shakhs al Fazil, Saheb al Rasail, Imam
Ahmad al Mastur has discussed more than 900 varieties of mineral
in “Risalah Takwin al M’adin”. Some gems are found in the
sea, some in mountains and some in the earth. [3]
Gems have a vital role in human life, and wearing rings is also
one of the oldest followed traditions. Of course, being a Muslim
you have heard so many times about the benefits of “Al Hajar al
Aswad”? When a Muslim decides to go for Haj or Umrah, he starts
the rituals from a point where “Al Hajr al Aswad” is fixed. Ali
Ibn Abi Talib says: [4]
“On the day of Qiyamah this stone will give witness about the
person who kisses it with sincerity and devotion. It will record
the Ahd and give on the day of Qiyamah evidence, before the Rabb”.
Someone uttered that it is neither beneficial nor harmful. Ali
heard the wordings and he immediately categorically rejected the
statement and said: [5]
“Verily it is beneficial (for the believer) as well as harmful
(for the hypocrite)”.
Muslims are keen to kiss “Al Hajar al Aswad”. It has so much
power that it washes out all your sins by the order of Allah.
There are numerous gems for which people are willing to pay for
their extra ordinary beauty, luster and value. The question is
which Gem is appropriate for a particular person. To find the
answer let us start the journey of learning. In this journey we
shall explore the benefits of Gems and its role from the primary
sources.
Dr. Robert Frost, a Doctor of Medicine, Basle, Switzerland,
recently studied the scientific properties of gems which
revealed their remedial properties in scientific terms. In his
clinical research, Dr. Frost revealed that wearing the
appropriate gems can reduce pain, prevent allergic reactions,
improve coordination and even increase muscle strength. [6]
There are many metals available today like Gold, White-gold,
Platinum, Titanium, Steel, Silver and many more, but only Silver
is recommended for the male to wear, as per the explicit Hadith,
available in “Daem al Islam” [7] and other sources. Scientific
research has proven now, that Gold absorbs many diseases of
women and helps in regain the loss of their blood in their
menstrual cycle, which Rasulullah (S) declared nearly
1430 years ago. Gems have the power to cure physical and
metaphysical diseases. Majority of the people love to wear them
but they are unaware of the consequences. If they are beneficial
for someone, they are harmful for the other at the same time.
Allah has granted all the branches of science through the
institution of Wahi to His sole-representative,
Rasulullah (S). These branches of Knowledge were further
explained and enhanced by Ahl al Bait. From them this
perpetual Spring of Knowledge flows among the Ummah and
they are reaping the benefits.
According to “Sahih Bukhari” [8], in the signet silver ring of
Rasulullah (S), an Ethiopian Carnelian was fixed. He used
to wear it in the smallest finger of the right hand, in a manner
that its gem faced towards the palm. A suitable gem helps to
bring changes in a person’s life, and improves the situation
towards the right direction. He (S) instructed never to wear a
ring in the left hand. He (S) also clearly prohibited a person
to wear a ring in the center finger or in the witness finger. As
per the advised of the specialist of Occult Science a Gem should
never be fixed in an old used Ring. [9]
Those who love to wear imitation jewelry should understand that
Rasulullah (S) has strictly prohibited use of it for
both, man as well as woman. When he saw a ring of steel in the
hand of a Muslim he warned: it is an ornament of the people of
the hell. Listen! From you I have found signs and smell of
Zoroastrians. That person removed his metallic ring and wore a
ring of gold. Rasulullah(S) warned that your finger is in
the Hell as long as this ring remains on your finger. Learned
writer of “Daem al Islam”, Syedna Qazi al Nauman has mentioned
that afterwards that person questioned; should I not wear a
ring? He (S) guided: [10]
“You can wear a ring made of silver, which should not exceed one
Misq’al”.
Abi Abdillah Imam Jafar Assadiq says: [11]
“Rasulullah(S) used to wear his ring on the first finger and has
prohibited wearing of a ring on the middle finger. A ring should
be worn at the very end of the finger, where it joins with the
palm”.
It is worth mentioning that if a ring with a gem is worn on the
small finger it helps to improve the condition. This finger is
link direct to the heart. The Gem should be fixed in such a
manner that the lower portion of the Gem should touch the
finger. Rays pass through the Gem and enter into the body with
its properties and energy.
Minimum a three Carat weight for any Gem is highly recommended
for its effectiveness to attain full advantages. The value of
the gems is known only to those who are aware of its benefits
and faults. To judge, keep in use, secure and maintain is not an
easy task. A gem cannot always be identified by sight alone. It
is therefore necessary to rely on the measurement of the optical
properties that can be determined without harming the gem in any
way. A beautiful Persian verse expresses the same meaning in
other words: [12]
“Qadri Zar, Zar Shanasad, Qadri Juhar Juhari;
Qadri Gul Bulbul Shanasad, Qadri Qanbar Ra Ali”
(Value of gold is examined by goldsmith, worth of gems is judged
by a gemologist, worth of follower is appreciated by the
Nightingale and only Ali understands the price of Qanbar”, his
devoted slave).
Syedi Hasan Fir Al Shahid informed: [13]
“Through gems mystical power one can achieve, if the ring is
prepared properly. Each gem works under the direction of Malaek,
who release power under the instruction of Rabbul Aalamin”.
1. Yaqut/Ruby:
Allah has bestowed humankind thousands of gifts. Precious Gems
are one of them. Some of these Gems are valuable and some are
not. The beauty of the Ruby is discussed in the Qur’an as
Naimah: [14]
“As though (in Good looks) they are like Rubies and Coral”
Rasulullah(S)
says: [15]
“This gem is superior (in its benefits) to all”.
Abi Abdillah Imam Jafar Assadiq has transmitted from Amir al
Muminin: [16]
“It removes poverty and tension”.
“Al Shakhs al Fazil Saheb al Rasail”
has explained: [17]
“The Ruby is the most superior of all the Gems. It acquired this
status because it is believed to be the only Gem that submitted
first to Tawhid and extended Walayat.
“Al Shakhs al Fazil Saheb al Rasail”
has mentioned that the Ruby is a very hard stone and even
hitting it with a hammer will not break. A Flawless Ruby is more
valuable than a diamond. In Sanskrit, Ruby is called Ratna Raj
(King of Precious Gems). Ruby is said to change its depth of
colour according to the health of the wearer.
Rubies are today still more valuable and rare than even the top
quality colourless diamonds. Sizes above five carats are
particularly rare. The Bible and Sanskrit literature
depict the Ruby as the most precious of all gems. Its colour
varies from purplish and bluish red to orange-red in medium to
dark hues. The most famous source for natural gem-quality Ruby
is the old mine of Myanmar (Burma). Rubies of the best quality
have also come from Afghanistan, Kashmir, Thailand, Sri Lanka,
Africa, Central Asia, Palmer, Vietnam and China. It has a
striking luster. Like Sapphire, the Ruby can also be found in a
translucent variety that may display a six-rayed star effect
when cut into a cabochon (dome) shape, known as star Ruby. When
buying star Rubies, look for a star that has straight legs that
are all of equal clarity. A Persian poet says correctly: [18]
“Sal’ha Ba’yad Ke Bar Yak Sang Ta’abadi Aft’ab;
La’al Gardad Dar Badakhshan Ya Aqiq Andar Yemen”
Many thousand years, heat of the Sun treated stones; afterwards
Ruby was found in Badakhshan and Cornelian in Yemen.
It is important to buy Ruby from a reputable source that can
provide, in writing, all pertinent information regarding the Gem
including enhancements and special care notes. The Christian
Book of Proverbs states: [19]
"A capable, intelligent and virtuous woman is more precious than
jewels and her value is far above Rubies."
A Ruby of pigeon red blood colour symbolizes courage and
bravery. The celebrated brilliant scholar of Muslim Sciences,
around two centuries ago in the Indian Subcontinent, Syedi
Ibrahim Saify has provided us a unique narration regarding the
birth of Ruby. He has mentioned: [20]
“When Adam (A.S.) was deported from the Jannah he arrived in
Sirandip (Sri Lanka) and stayed at mount Sirandip. Due to the
blessed touch of his feet, Ruby was created”.
Imam Husain had worn a ring of Ruby on 10th Muharram,
day of his Shahadah. [21] One of the reasons to turn the
ring face in Dua is to look at Gem, which strengthens the
eyesight. [22] According to the tradition of Ahl al Bait,
wearing a ring of Ruby, stops worries. It eases difficulty. [23]
Syedi Ibrahim Saify has also discussed numerous benefits of Ruby
in his valuable non-published work, “Marifat al Jawahir” as
follow: [24]
• Prevents loss of
blood, helpful to cure blood diseases & stops bleeding
• Cure the heart
diseases
• According to Ahl al
Bait, if benefits of all the Gems are calculated, the
significance and value of the Ruby would be superior.
• Negates poisons, and
if the wearer visits out of station he remains secure from
diseases and even if he visits an affected town where there is
an epidemic disease he will be protected and cured soon.
• Extends the time of
pleasure in private meeting of spouse.
• Removes long term
fever and protects from nightmares
• Establishes prestige
and dignity among the people and makes easy to solve the
problems
• According to “Saheb
al Qaratis al Yemeniyah” it has been used to protect the wearer
in times of disputes and wars. Arab warriors wore Rubies, which
touched their skin and stimulated energy and courage in battle
[25]
• Ruby has power to
stimulate libido & extend the time of pleasure
• This Gem was thought
to attract and maintain love and friendship
• Ruby would warn its
owner against danger through senses.
Ensure good health & Bring peace
• Just by gazing at
it, Noor of the eyes is enhanced.
• A Ruby worn around
the neck of a child protects it from diseases and if worn around
the waist of an expectant mother prevents accidental abortion.
2. Nilam/Sapphire:
The finest Sapphires are deep azure-blue and come under the
influence of Jupiter. In earlier times, excellent sapphires came
from both Kashmir and Burma; the earliest to arrive in Europe
came from Arabia. The wearer of this Gem seeks enlightenment via
devotion, and wisdom via harmony. The genuine Sapphire is said
to be helpful to those with heart and stomach problems. Jupiter
gives abundance but also warns against self-indulgence. In the
“Old Testament” [26] its example has been given so nicely in
these words:
“Royal Throne is like a Sapphire”.
A few benefits are as follow:
• If Sapphire is put
on the chest of the one who is suffering with fever than by the
order of Allah the intensity of the fever will decrease.
• If suitable, than it
turns poverty in to prosperity to the wearer, in a short span of
time
• Protection from the
evil vision
• It provides
protection
from illegal sexual desire
3. Zamarrud/Emerald:
Today, most natural Gem-quality Emeralds are produced in
Colombia, Brazil, Zambia, Tanzania, Madagascar, South Africa,
Australia, Russia and the United States (North Carolina).
Recently, Emeralds have been grown in the laboratory, and have
begun to appear in the market, causing controversy.
Scientifically speaking, laboratories made Emeralds are
identical to natural ones in colour, hardness, brilliance. Only
a Gemologist can distinguish between the two. The industry knows
the difference, but the consumer does not. Tradition of Ahl
al Bait provide us information that emerald ring turns
poor into rich, and that whosoever wears the ring set in with
yellow ruby, will never become poor. [27]
• According to Amir
al Muminin, Ali Ibn Abi Talib, it eradicates the difficulties by
the order of Allah [28]
• According to Ali ibn
Abi Talib it provides security from nightmares.
[29]
• Snake, scorpion and
other poisonous serpents remain away from the one who wears a
ring of emerald.
[30]
• If the wearer of
Emerald eats any poisonous food, immediately sweating will be
visible on his face.
• It helps to defeat
the enemies
• Jibrael brought the
ring of Emerald and presented it to Ibrahim (A.S.) for his
safety, prior to the event when the enemies threw him in to the
fire. Several Kalim’at were engraved on the Ring.
• It dispels anxiety,
and heals leprosy
• According to writer
of “Marifat al Jawahir”, It increases the power of vision,
(perhaps by gazing at its beautiful green)
[31]
• It calms tempers and
heals disputes.
• If spouse exchanges
with each other their Emerald and then use it, mutual affection
between the both would be boosted
• Its ring or pendent
provides protection from epilepsy, if worn during labour pain,
child birth becomes easy.
4. Lulu/Pearl:
Qur’an
describes the value of the pearls in the following Ayah:
Out of them both come out Pearl and Coral”
[32]
“Like preserved pearl within their shells”
[33]
Pearl is associated with purity and motherhood. Writer of “Marifat
al Jawahir” has given the following information: [34]
• Wearing Pearls
generates magnetism and psychic development
• Encourages a sense
of responsibility and duty
• Avoid using Pearls,
previously used by someone, as it has magnetic power to absorb
non healthy influence of the previous wearer
• It protects from
miscarriage
• Helpful in cure of
sexual diseases
. Marj’an/Coral:
Qur’an
has described the significance of Coral in the following Ayah:”
“Out of them both come out Pearl and Coral”
[35]
As it is discussed as Naimah in Qur’an, its
Sibhah/Rosary is popular amongst devotees from the early
days of Islam. According to the learned writer of “Marifat al
Jawahir”, Coral has several benefits. Some are as follows: [36]
• Protects against
evils. Still today mothers of the Arabian Peninsula place Corals
on their children’s neck to protect them
• Wearing of Coral
sends out vibrations of harmony, friendship, beauty & unity
• Imam Hasan, always
used rosary of Coral
[37]
• Ring of Coral
protects and cures heat stroke
• It increases the
vision
• It is helpful for
desiring
success in matters, by the order of Allah
6. Aqiq/Agate, Cornelian:
Learned writer of “Al Majalis al Hatimiyyah”, 3rd Al
Dai al Fatemi, Syedna Hatim Mohiyuddin (Hutaib, Yemen) inquired:
[38]
“Did anyone know that Adam (A.S.) also used to wear a ring of
Cornelian the colour of which was red”?
Rasulullah (S),
his Ahl al Bait and Ash’ab have also worn Gems. In
many instances, Jibrael presented Gems in honour of
Rasulullah (S). Once Jibrael came in the presence of
Rasulullah (S), and presented him a ring of red Cornelian
and asked him to wear it, and to advise its benefits to his
Ummah. [39] Since then wearing a ring of Cornelian is
Sunnah. A Hadith says: [40]
“Wear the Aqiq and remove the poverty”.
As per tradition, red Aqia is attributed to Rasulullah(S),
yellow attributed to Syedah Fatimah and white to Amir al Muminin.
Abi Jafar Imam Mohammad al Baqir says: [41]
“if a person possesses a ring set in Aqiq and turns it towards
his palm and then looks at it, and recites Surah al Qadar 97,
then Allah keeps him protected the whole day, from all troubles,
wherever they are descended, from heaven or earth and, he will
be protected until the evening by Allah, and Awliya(saints) will
guide him”.
Famous Greek philosopher, Aflatun wrote that white Aqiq helps in
increasing memory, yellow Aqiq assists in solving problems and
red Aqiq promotes dignity. [42] Anbiya Bani Israel used to wear
this Gem with pleasure. It is a unique Gem, which has several
kinds of values. From centuries people of different schools of
thoughts have used it with great reverence. Colour of Aqiq
Yamani in daylight is orange-brownish and it has got
longitudinal stripes which maybe light yellow or dark brown,
depending on the strength of the stone. Jews, Christians and
Muslims unanimously agree on the spiritual, Medicinal and super
natural values and importance of this Gem. It is known in
English as Agate also.
Learned writer of “Marifat al Jawahir”, Syedi Ibrahim Saify has
discussed following benefits: [43]
Its regular use controls the habit of anger & calms the temper
Rasulullah (S) has declared its use in ring as Barakah
[44]
Victory over opponents & helps in negative atmosphere
Protection from difficulties, trials & helps to lessen sorrow
Relaxation from labour pain quickly
When one wears it, his enemy feels fear
It is helpful to fulfill ones desire & helpful to remove poverty
It protects from chest pain, helpful for heart & in digestion
It also provides protection from the poison of insects
As a booster of charm & improve sense of humor
A luck bringer when traveling
It strengthens concentration
Helpful in healing of kidney, bladder & liver problems
Helps in career success
Helps finding strength from within
Helps in focusing to realizing goals & decision making
Helps cure blood diseases & heal wounds
Helps increase energy, helpful in infertility & impotency
7. Durr-e-Najaf:
It is obtained from Najaf al Ashraf. Those obtained from the
river are more illustrious than those gained from the land. As
well as in order for the stone to look its best, quartz/dhur
needs to be cleansed (rinsed) in water and then put in the sun
for some time. This does not have to be done on a regular basis
but every once in awhile helps. Imam Jafar Assadiq informed that
wearing of Durr-e-Najaf increases blessings. [45] It is good for
ailments of the eye and it creates happiness in the heart.
This Gem was bestowed to Amir al Muminin, Ali through
divine source.
According to a tradition, one day Syedna Mufaddal visited Imam
Jafar Assadiq, wearing a ring set in with Durr-e-Najaf. On
seeing the ring the Imam addressed Mufaddal: [46]
“The very sight of Durr-e-Najaf makes the heart of believers,
whether male or female happy and it cures pain in their eyes.
The Imam informed him several benefits of this ring as follows:
• To look towards
the Durr-e-Najaf, increases the happiness
• It is helpful in the
cure of all kinds of eye diseases
• It is beneficial for
everyone
8. Kuhurba/Amber:
Amber is pleasing to the three senses; the sight, the smell and
the touch. In effect, Amber is light, warm and pleasant to hold
in hand. It was Syedah Arwa, magnificent Suleyhi Queen of Yemen,
who promoted the use of Amber among the people of the Arabian
Peninsula at large after examining its medicinal values. [47]
Credit for the usage of Amber Rosary in Arabia largely goes to
her. Around the world, Muslims carry a Sibhah/ Rosary.
Usually, it is used to keep track of counting, like Tasbih
Fatimah, 33 times Subhan-Allah, 33 times Al
Hamdulil’lah, and 33 times Allahu-Akbar and once
Kalimah al Shahadah. Rosary or Tasbih of Amber is
also used for curative purpose. A rosary is a well-liked gift
from one Muslim to another. With a little more thought, this
gift could be physically and spiritually uplifting. According to
Biblical literature, Anbiya Bani Israel used it. Following
benefits are transmitted through “Majmuah Yemeniyyah”: [48]
• If one uses
Rosary of Amber, will remain safe Inshallah from various
diseases from neck to navel & it also protects from poison
• It is especially
beneficial to sufferers of headaches, toothache & rheumatism.
• The wearing of an
Amber necklace is said to help goiter sufferers.
• Pregnant remains
save from miscarriage
• If worn in neck it
would defend from magic.
• It increases the
prestige and honour of the user.
9. Firuzah/Turquoise:
The best Turquoise is sky-blue, but is inclined to fade.
Nishapur, Iran is famous for it, where the best quality of
“Shajari Firuzah” is available. A Hadith is mentioned in
“Tuhfah-e-Aalam Shahi” as follow: [49]
“Dua of a person who wears a ring of Firuzah never turns”.
Writer of “Kit’ab al Farhat” mentioned, “Amir al Muminin says:
[50]
“It protects a believer from misdeeds”.
Imam Hasan used it. Learned writer of “Kanz al Haqaiq”
transmitted from Abi Abdillah Imam Jafar Assadiq: [51]
“It helps to remove poverty and shortage of funds”.
Abi Abdillah Imam Jafar Assadiq advised Syedna Mufaddal to wear
a ring covered with the Firuz Gem and said: [52]
“It provides power to the eyes, healthy for heart and expands
chest.”
Abi Abdillah Imam Jafar Says: [53]
“Those who wear a ring of Firuzah will never become dependent or
see poverty”.
The best quality of Firuzah are found in Nishapur, outside
Meshhad, Iran
According to the writer of “Marifat al Jawahir” it has numerous
benefits. Some are as follow: [54]
• It protects
against magic, evil, serpents and evil eye
• It protects from
miserable death especially death from calamities, and provides
protection from assassination. One will not find it on the
fingers of the one who drowns or is executed
• If one see it first
after waking up in the morning he would remain safe from
intrigues of intriguers, Allah will provide him protection from
difficulties
• Improves eye vision
and increase the vision
• Extends life tenure
• Protects from
harassment
• Victory over the
enemies
• Builds reputation
among nobles
• Protects against
heart problems, malaria and depression
• As soon as Firuzah
shows any kind of crack remove it from finger
• Lessens the poison
of scorpion and cures it, and makes strong one’s heart
• Helpful in the
healing of all kinds of piles
• If Musk touches, its
beauty and shine disappears
10. Pukhraj/Yellow Sapphire
The true Pukhraj is golden yellow and also comes under the
influence of Jupiter in its capacity as counselor, optimist and
idealist. According to the several accounts, in the presence of
poison, Pukhraj changes colour. According to the Tradition of
Ahl al Bait whoever wears Yaqut Asfar, would never become
poor as it is related to wealth. [55]
• Creates the power
to inspire someone & strengthen self-expression
• Increases the heat
of the body
• Helpful in cure of
skin diseases, especially leprosy
• Helpful in
pregnancy, during labor pains, when put under the tongue at
that time.
• Cure for blood
diseases, especially in blood cancer
• Helpful in
decreasing the influence of poison
• Cure for piles of
all kinds
• It boosts the energy
and intelligence
• Dissolves kidney
stone through urine
11. Yashab/Jesper:
In the Bible, its resemblance was given with Jerusalem. [56]
Some historical accounts provide us information about the use of
the Yashab among Fatemi sovereigns. Famous historian Muqrizi has
discussed various items, which were used by Bani Fatimah, made
of Yashab. [57] They largely used it to make pot for drinking
purposes. First it was crafted for the monarchs of Bani Abbas
and later it reached the Fatemi Treasury, when Fatemi Forces
conquered Baghdad. Its medicinal value attracts the elites to
use it regularly. Mughal emperors especially used it for its
therapeutic values. It is noteworthy to mention that in the
present era, heart patients use it for cure from cardiac
problems in Europe, especially in London.
• If one wears it
regularly in a necklace, will remain secure from brain diseases
& disorder
• It prevents heart
problems and similarly if used after heart problems it controls
further cardiac troubles.
• A reducer in labour
pain and helpful during delivery process
• Remover of the piles
as well as the liver and stomach problems
• Controls high blood
pressure and turns
it towards its normal limit
A Tradition transmitted by Syedna Abuzar al Ghifari, attesting
the use of gems in the Ring. [58] He says: one day he was
offering Salaat in the Imamah of Rasulullah(S)
when a beggar came in Masjid al Nabavi. No one responded to his
appeal. The beggar raised his hands towards sky and said:
"O Allah! Be a witness that I came to Your Rasul’s Masjid and no
one gave me anything".
Amir al Muminin
was bowing in Ruku at that time. He pointed his little
finger, on which was a ring, towards the beggar who came forward
and took away the ring. This event discussed in the presence of
Rasulullah(S) who raised his face towards sky and offered
Dua:
"O Lord! my brother Musa begged You : My Lord, Delight my heart
and make my task easy and lose the knot of my tongue so people
might understand me, and appoint from among my relations, Harun,
my brother, as my Vazir, and strengthen my back with
him and make him partner in my mission, so that we
may glorify you and remember you more frequently. Certainly you
see us-and you inspired him”.
Rasulullah(S)
continued Dua as follow:
“Delight my heart and make my task easy and appoint from among
my family Ali as my Vazir and strengthen my back with him”.
Rasulullah (S)
had not yet finished his Dua when Jibrael brought the
Ayah: [59]
“Verily, verily, your guardian is Allah and His Rasul (Muhammad)
and those who believe and establish the Sal’aat, and give the
Zak’aat while they are in the state of Ruku”.
All the commentators of Qur’an unanimously hold that this
Ayah refers to Ali when he donated his precious ring to a
beggar. Its weight was 4 Misqal and value equaled to the
tax of Syria, which was at that time not less than silver loaded
over 300 camels and gold loaded over 4 camels. This ring was in
the finger of Tawq bin Harran, who was killed by Amir al
Muminin. Ali presented this ring to Rasulullah(S) who
gifted it to Ali. Hassan bin Sabit poet of Nabi said:
“Fa Antal Lazi Atayta Wa Kunta Rakiyan;
Fa Zalika Nafsul Qawmi Ya Khaira Rakiu”
You are that person who gave charity in Ruku, O the best amongst
those who offers Ruku, you are life of the nation and spirit of
it.
Select Bibliography & Notes:
[1] Ayah 22-23, Surah Rahman
[2] Ayah 13, Surah al Jathiyah
[3] “Risalah Takwin al Maadin”, by: Al Shakhs al Fazil Saheb al
Rasail, Imam Ahmad al Mastur, the 9th Fatemi Imam,
vol II, Risalah V, Beirut
[4]Tarikh-e-Baitaullah, p 54, Karachi
[5]Ibid
[6] Research Article, Dr. Robert Frost, a Doctor of Medicine,
Basle, Switzerland
[7] “Daem al Islam”, Syedna Qazi al Nauman, vol II, Qahera
[8] “Sahih Bukhari”, Abu Hanifah al Nauman
[9] Tradition transmitted from Ali Ibn Abi Talib
[10] “Daem al Islam”, Syedna Qazi al Nauman, vol. II, Qahera;
also quoted by Tirmizi, Abu Dawood & Nisai
[11] Tradition transmitted from Abi Abdullah Imam Jafar Assadiq
[12] Famous Persian couplet
[13] “Khawas ul Jawahir”, a manuscript written under instruction
of the Ismaili Musta’alavi Wali al Hind, Syedi Hasan Fir, d.1392
[A.D] Denmal, Gujrat, India
[14] Ayah 58, Surah Al Rahman- 55
[15]Hadith, “Huliyat al Muttaqin”, Muhammad Baqir Majlisi (1616
AD-1698). He was a very prolific writer. He wrote more than 100
books, both in Arabic and Persian, Iran
[16] Hadith transmitted from Abi Abdillah Imam Jafar Assadiq
[17] “Ikhwan us Safa”, Imam Ahmad al Mastur, “Al Shakhs al Fazil
Saheb al Rasail”,
[18] Famous Persian couplet
[19] The Christian Book of Proverbs
[20] Syedi Ibrahim Saify is the author of several books; one of
them is Risalah al Jawahir, references of which are used in this
article. References from his other book, “Kitab-un-Najah” are
used in Indian Penal Code. He has written 38 books & expired at
a young age of 36. Pleased with his contribution & devotion 43rd
Ismaili Musta’alavi Dawoodi Dai, Syedna Abdeali Saifuddin
granted him Laqab of ‘Saify’ and said:
“From this day onwards you'll be known by my name”
Since that day his family is known as 'Saify'. His grave is
located outside of the Shrine of Syedna Abdeali Saifuddin,
Surat, India.
[21] “Maqtal Abi Abdillah Imam al Husain”,
[22] “Khawas ul Jawahir”, a manuscript, written under
instruction of the Ismaili Musta’alavi Wali al Hind, Syedi Hasan
Fir, d.1392 [A.D] Denmal, Gujrat, India
[23] Tradition transmitted from Ahl al Bait
[24] Marifat al Jawahir, Syedi Ibrahim Saify, manuscript
[25] “Qaratis al Yemeniyah”
[26] “Old Testament”
[27] Tradition transmitted from Ahl al Bait
[28] “Huliyat al Muttaqin”, Muhammad Baqir Majlisi,Iran
[29] “Tuhfah-e-Aalam Shahi”, by: Hakim Muhammad Sharif Khan,
during the era of shah Alam II, Delhi, India
[30] Marifat al Jawahir, Syedi Ibrahim Saify
[31] Ibid
[32] Surah Al Rahman-55, Ayah 22
[33] Surah al Waqiyah-56, Ayah 23
[34] Marifat al Jawahir, Syedi Ibrahim Saify, manuscript
[35] Surah Al Rahman-55, Ayah 22
[36] Marifat al Jawahir, Syedi Ibrahim Saify, manuscript
[37] Tradition of Ahl al Bait
[38] “Al Majalis al Hatimiyyah”, 3rd Al Dai al
Fatemi, Syedna Hatim Mohiyuddin (Hutaib, Yemen)
[39]Tradition of Ahl al Bait
[40] Hadith
[41] “Al Majalis al Saifiyah”, Aamaal, manuscript
[42] “Khawas ul Jawahir”, a manuscript, written under
instruction of the Ismaili Musta’alavi Wali al Hind, Syedi Hasan
Fir, d.1392 [A.D] Denmal, Gujrat, India
[43] Marifat al Jawahir, Syedi Ibrahim Saify, manuscript
[44] Hadith
[45] Narration transmitted from Abi Abdillah Imam Jafar Assadiq
[46] “Huliyat al Muttaqin”, Muhammad Baqir Majlisi, Iran
[47] “Qaratis al Yemeniyyah”, manuscript, written 871 (A.H)
[48] “Majmuah Yemeniyyah” by: Syedi Abdulqadir b. al Qazi
Habibullah al Hafiz. He was a prominent scholar of high repute
in Yemen and specialized in various branches of occult sciences.
He prepared this work from different authentic paramount sources
of the Fatemi Du’aat, in the year 1250(A.H) in Hutaib, Yemen. He
was from the lineage of Yemeni Duaat and Rulers from the
illustrious family of ‘A’ale Walid’ and was a paternal ancestor
of this humble writer.
[49] “Tuhfah-e-Aalam Shahi”, by: Hakim Muhammad Sharif Khan,
during the era of Mughal Emperor Shah Alam II, Delhi, India
[50] “Kit’ab al Farhat”
[51] Kanz al Haqaiq
[52] Tradition of Imam Jafar Assadiq transmitted from Mufaddal
bin Amr
[53] Tradition transmitted from Abi Abdillah Imam Jafar Assadiq
[54] Marifat al Jawahir, Syedi Ibrahim Saify, manuscript
[55] Tradition of Ahl al Bait
[56] The Bible
[57] “Ittiaaz al Hunufa”, Muqrizi, Taqiuddin Ahmad ibn Ali
(1364-1442), famous Egyptian historian
[58] All the commentators unanimously hold as this Ayah is
refers to Ali when he gave his ring to a beggar while he was in
Ruku.
[59] Ayah 55, Surah al Maidah-5
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