Overview

Sadr-ul-Afadhil Maulana Syed Muhammad Naeemuddin Muradabadi May Allah have mercy on him was among the most distinguished scholars, Mufassireen and defenders of Ahl-e-Sunnat in the twentieth century. His masterpiece Khaza’in-ul-Irfan remains an indispensable companion to Kanz-ul-Iman, benefiting scholars, students and the general public alike. His scholarly services continue to illuminate the path of Islamic knowledge across the world. He was born in the blessed city of Muradabad and received his primary Islamic education from distinguished scholars, surrounded by faith, knowledge and dedication to learning from an early age. He is counted among the foremost scholars of his era who were known for their extraordinary scholarship, deep knowledge, humility and unwavering commitment to defending the beliefs of Ahl-e-Sunnat. He earned the distinguished title Sadr-ul-Afadhil due to his extraordinary scholarship and academic services.

Full Name

Hazrat Allama Maulana Syed Muhammad Naeemuddin Muradabadi Qadri.

Titles

Sadr-ul-Afadhil. Mufassir-e-Azam Hind. Muhaqqiq-e-Ahl-e-Sunnat. Ustadh-ul-Ulama.

Date of Birth

1300 AH corresponding to 1882 CE.

Birthplace

Muradabad, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Lineage

He belonged to a noble Sayyid family tracing its lineage to the Holy Prophet ﷺ. He was renowned for knowledge, piety and devotion to Ahl-e-Sunnat.

Early Education

He received his primary Islamic education from distinguished scholars of Muradabad. He displayed exceptional intelligence and scholarly aptitude from a young age.

Islamic Education

He studied under eminent scholars of the subcontinent, particularly benefiting from A’la Hazrat Imam Ahmad Raza Khan Qadri Baraylvi May Allah have mercy on him and leading scholars of Hadith, Tafseer and Fiqh. He mastered Tafseer, Hadith, Fiqh, Usool-ul-Fiqh, Aqeedah, Arabic Literature, Logic and Philosophy, and Balaghat and Rhetoric.

Scholarly Excellence

He was recognized among the foremost scholars of his era. He earned the distinguished title Sadr-ul-Afadhil due to his extraordinary scholarship and academic services.

Permission of Fatwa Ifta

He received authorization in Fatwa writing and religious guidance from leading Sunni scholars. He served the Ummah through Fatwa writing, teaching and research.

Teaching Services

He taught Tafseer, Hadith, Fiqh and Aqeedah for several decades. He produced generations of scholars, Muftis and researchers. He was widely respected as an authority in Islamic sciences.

Literary Contributions

His literary works include Khaza’in-ul-Irfan fi Tafseer-il-Qur’an, Hashiyah Noor-ul-Irfan, Sawaneh Karbala, Al-Kalimat-ul-Ulya and numerous Fatwas, articles and research treatises on Islamic sciences.

Khaza’in-ul-Irfan

His magnum opus Khaza’in-ul-Irfan is one of the most famous Urdu commentaries accompanying Kanz-ul-Iman. It is widely studied throughout the Sunni Muslim world. It provides concise explanations of Qur’anic verses according to the creed of Ahl-e-Sunnat.

Religious Services

He defended the beliefs of Ahl-e-Sunnat through writings and speeches. He played a significant role in spreading the teachings of A’la Hazrat. He served as a guide to scholars, students and the Muslim public.

Students and Associates

Among his students and associates were leading scholars of India and Pakistan, numerous teachers, Muftis and preachers of Ahl-e-Sunnat, and students who later became prominent scholars and authors.

Recognition

He was revered throughout the subcontinent as Sadr-ul-Afadhil. He was regarded among the greatest Mufassireen and scholars of the twentieth century. He is remembered for his deep knowledge, humility and dedication to Islamic scholarship.

Wisaal Passing Away

16 Jumada al-Thani 1367 AH corresponding to 1948 CE. Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Mazaar Sharif

Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Legacy

Sadr-ul-Afadhil Maulana Syed Muhammad Naeemuddin Muradabadi May Allah have mercy on him was among the most distinguished scholars, Mufassireen and defenders of Ahl-e-Sunnat in the twentieth century. His masterpiece Khaza’in-ul-Irfan remains an indispensable companion to Kanz-ul-Iman, benefiting scholars, students and the general public alike. His scholarly services continue to illuminate the path of Islamic knowledge across the world.