Overview

Shaykh-ul-Islam Hazrat Maulana Shah Muhammad Abdul Aleem Siddiqui Al-Qadri Al-Meerathi May Allah have mercy on him was one of the greatest Islamic missionaries of modern times. Through his worldwide travels, scholarly lectures, institutions and writings, he conveyed the message of Islam to every corner of the globe. His services laid the foundation for numerous Islamic movements and organizations, and his legacy continues to inspire scholars, missionaries and devotees throughout the world. He was born in the blessed city of Meerut and received his early Islamic and spiritual training from his father, surrounded by faith, knowledge and dedication to Islamic learning from an early age. He is counted among the greatest Islamic missionaries of the twentieth century who were known for their extraordinary scholarship, eloquence and unwavering commitment to the propagation of Islam. He is widely known as Muballigh-e-Islam and Muballigh-e-Azam and is revered across Asia, Africa, Europe and the Americas for his services to Islam.

Full Name

Hazrat Maulana Shah Muhammad Abdul Aleem Siddiqui Al-Qadri Al-Meerathi.

Titles

Muballigh-e-Islam. Muballigh-e-Azam. Shaykh-ul-Islam. Safir-e-Islam. Khateeb-e-Azam. Faqih-e-Islam.

Date of Birth

3 April 1892 CE corresponding to 1310 AH, Ramadan.

Birthplace

Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Lineage

He belonged to a noble Siddiqui family tracing its lineage to Sayyiduna Abu Bakr Siddiq May Allah be pleased with him.

Early Education

He received his early Islamic and spiritual training from his father, Hazrat Maulana Abdul Hakim Siddiqui Qadri. He memorized the Holy Qur’an at a very young age. He displayed extraordinary intelligence and devotion to Islamic learning.

Islamic Education

He studied and mastered Tafseer, Hadith, Fiqh, Aqeedah, Arabic Literature, Comparative Religion, Philosophy and Modern Sciences. He completed advanced Islamic studies while still young and became a distinguished scholar and preacher.

Spiritual Affiliation

He became a disciple of A’la Hazrat Imam Ahmad Raza Khan Qadri Baraylvi May Allah have mercy on him. He received Khilafat in the Qadiriyyah Razawiyyah Silsilah from A’la Hazrat.

Global Missionary Services

He dedicated more than forty years to the propagation of Islam across the world. He travelled extensively through the United Kingdom, South Africa, Mauritius, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Singapore, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Philippines, Caribbean Islands, Europe, Middle East and North America. He delivered thousands of lectures on Islam, interfaith harmony and comparative religion. He inspired countless people to embrace Islam.

Institutional Services

He founded and inspired numerous Islamic organizations around the world. He established missionary centers and educational institutions. He played a pivotal role in strengthening Muslim communities in Africa, Southeast Asia and the West.

Literary Contributions

His literary works include The Principles of Islam, Elementary Teachings of Islam, The Forgotten Path of Knowledge, History of the Codification of Islamic Law, A Shavian and a Theologian and numerous lectures, booklets and missionary publications.

Teaching Services

He trained scholars, missionaries and Islamic workers across the globe. He inspired generations of speakers, preachers and Islamic thinkers. He emphasized the importance of Da’wah, education and spiritual purification.

Prominent Students and Associates

Among his prominent students and associates were Allama Shah Ahmad Noorani Siddiqui May Allah have mercy on him, Dr. Muhammad Fazlur Rahman Ansari May Allah have mercy on him and numerous scholars and missionaries across the world. His missionary efforts also influenced many prominent Islamic personalities and organizations.

Services to Ahl-e-Sunnat

He strengthened the global identity of Ahl-e-Sunnat wal Jama’at. He defended Islamic beliefs through scholarly dialogue and public lectures. He promoted peaceful coexistence and intellectual engagement with people of other faiths.

Recognition

He was widely known as Muballigh-e-Islam and Muballigh-e-Azam. He was regarded among the greatest Islamic missionaries of the twentieth century. He was revered across Asia, Africa, Europe and the Americas for his services to Islam.

Wisaal Passing Away

22 August 1954 CE.

Place of Wisaal

Medina.

Mazaar Sharif

Jannat-ul-Baqi, Medina.

Legacy

Shaykh-ul-Islam Hazrat Maulana Shah Muhammad Abdul Aleem Siddiqui Al-Qadri Al-Meerathi May Allah have mercy on him was one of the greatest Islamic missionaries of modern times. Through his worldwide travels, scholarly lectures, institutions and writings, he conveyed the message of Islam to every corner of the globe. His services laid the foundation for numerous Islamic movements and organizations, and his legacy continues to inspire scholars, missionaries and devotees throughout the world.