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ONE WHO SERVES BECOMES THE MASTER': LIFE LESSONS FROM HAZRAT NIZAMUDDIN
India has produced some of the world’s greatest religious leaders, sages, saints, philosophers, and spiritual thinkers. They were monks, nuns, and renunciates, nationalists, and reformers. No one religion had a Monopoly on them. They range from Mahavira and Buddha, who lived over 2, 500 years ago, to medieval saints like Chishti, avvaiyar, and Guru Nanak, to more recent philosophers and religious icons such as Vivekananda, Ramakrishna, saint Teresa, and many others. The spiritual and philosophical heritage they left behind is India’s gift to all Indians and the world. In the ‘life lessons’ series we publish the essential teachings of some of India’s best-known spiritual teachers, along with commentaries and biographical notes. Each book will be a handy companion to help the reader along the difficult pathways of life. * Nizamuddin Auliya (1238–1325), also known as Hazrat Nizamuddin, is one of the most revered of the Sufi saints in the subcontinent and the founder of the Chishti nizami order. Born in Badaun in great poverty, he chose to dedicate his life to the Sufi vision of love and peace and service to the poor. At the age of twenty, he became a disciple of the Sufi saint known as Baba farid (of ajodhan), and eventually took over as his spiritual successor. Renowned for his simplicity, he emphasises that love and service to humanity was the way to realize God. Nizamuddin auliya’s religious vision was imbued with a strong sense of plurality. He believed in the unity of mankind and decried all distinctions based on social or economic inequalities. His life was marked by a disregard for religious orthodoxy and political hegemony. He left an indelible mark on the city where he lived and his disciples spread the message of Sufism all over the world. Centuries later, his teachings continue to inspire his followers who flock to his dargah in Delhi in search of solace and guidance. Edited by Bela Upadhyay, this volume collects together some of Hazrat Nizamuddin’s core teachings.
108 pages, Hardcover
Published January 5, 2021
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September 21, 2021
‘ONE WHO SERVES BECOMES THE MASTER’: life lessons from Hazrat Nizamuddin edited by BELA UPADHYAY
A collection of the preachings of the great Sufi Saint whose life was marked by a disregard for religious orthodoxy and political hegemony.
Some excerpts from the book:
‘When you are a beginner, it is your action that are taken into account, but as you progress towards a higher realm of truth, you are answerable even for your thoughts.’
‘One must become like those who possess nothing and who are possessed by nothing.
Replacing religious parochialism with practical aspects and an ideology of service to humanity has led to Nizamuddin’s everlasting legacy as stated by Bela Upadhya.
Words of wisdom.. a quick read for interested souls.😊🙏
A collection of the preachings of the great Sufi Saint whose life was marked by a disregard for religious orthodoxy and political hegemony.
Some excerpts from the book:
‘When you are a beginner, it is your action that are taken into account, but as you progress towards a higher realm of truth, you are answerable even for your thoughts.’
‘One must become like those who possess nothing and who are possessed by nothing.
Replacing religious parochialism with practical aspects and an ideology of service to humanity has led to Nizamuddin’s everlasting legacy as stated by Bela Upadhya.
Words of wisdom.. a quick read for interested souls.😊🙏
April 8, 2021
Book Title: ONE WHO SERVES BECOMES THE MASTER': LIFE LESSONS FROM HAZRAT NIZAMUDDIN
Author: Bela Upadhyay
Format: Kindle
About the book:
Hazrat Nizamuddin is an extremely revered Sufi saint from the Indian subcontinent and the founder of the Chishti Nizami order. He was born in Badaun to a poor family, and he chose to dedicate his life to the Sufi vision of love, peace and service to the poor. Though he lived from 1238–1325, his words are studied even today. This book is on his beliefs and teachings.
The book is Edited by Bela Upadhyay, who is a curator and storyteller. Under her venture as Delhi Eventalist, she facilitates storytelling workshops and experiences for children, young adults, corporate employees, and organizations around stories from folktales, literature, and history. She holds a certification from Kathalaya's International Academy of Storytelling, as well as a diploma in Advertising and Public Relations.
My Thoughts:
Generally, spirituality is all about knowing oneself. But it can also be extended to understand the things beyond the three dimensions. Spirituality involves a belief in a higher power, but it can also apply a holistic idea in an individual connection to others and the world as a whole. Pure spirituality is non-physical existence; hence it has no dimensions: neither time nor space. As physical beings, we are assuming upon ourselves dimensions. When as physical beings, we seek spirituality, we aim to get as close as possible to that ultimate state of non-physicality.
In my eyes, the most practical way to that is simplicity. The physical existence introduces complexity into our life. When we choose clarity in any aspect of the experience, we become closer in a way to our spiritual state of being, says Spiritual Mentor Ben Shomer. After applying these Universal laws, life may seem to be overly happy, but specific ways of approach that helps tame the energy should also be practised.
However, this book by Bela Upadhyay starts by saying,' India has produced some of the world's greatest religious leaders, sages, saints, philosophers, and spiritual thinkers. They were monks, nuns, and renunciates, nationalists, and reformers. No one religion had a monopoly on them. They range from Mahavira and Buddha, who lived over 2,500 years ago, to medieval saints like Chishti, Avvaiyar, and Guru Nanak, to more recent philosophers and religious icons such as Vivekananda Ramakrishna, Saint Teresa, and many others. The spiritual and philosophical heritage they left behind is India's gift to all Indians and the world.', which is very much true. In this connection, this book focuses on Nizamuddin Auliya (1238–1325), also known as Hazrat Nizamuddin, who is one of the most revered of the Sufi saints in the subcontinent and the founder of the Chishti Nizami order. Born in Badaun in great poverty, he chose to dedicate his life to the Sufi vision of love and peace and service to the poor.
The book later gives a great discourse on his life, his teachings and his mission to impart spiritual knowledge through humanity and spread harmony in the world. The shrine of Nizamuddin Auliya in Delhi is visited by thousands of pilgrims each year. It is said that the Shaikh continues to feed the people by means of the inspiration and blessings bestowed at the shrine, and the many gifts of money and food offered by its visitors quickly transformed into satisfying meals served from the langar that bears his name.
Rating:
4/5
Author: Bela Upadhyay
Format: Kindle
About the book:
Hazrat Nizamuddin is an extremely revered Sufi saint from the Indian subcontinent and the founder of the Chishti Nizami order. He was born in Badaun to a poor family, and he chose to dedicate his life to the Sufi vision of love, peace and service to the poor. Though he lived from 1238–1325, his words are studied even today. This book is on his beliefs and teachings.
The book is Edited by Bela Upadhyay, who is a curator and storyteller. Under her venture as Delhi Eventalist, she facilitates storytelling workshops and experiences for children, young adults, corporate employees, and organizations around stories from folktales, literature, and history. She holds a certification from Kathalaya's International Academy of Storytelling, as well as a diploma in Advertising and Public Relations.
My Thoughts:
Generally, spirituality is all about knowing oneself. But it can also be extended to understand the things beyond the three dimensions. Spirituality involves a belief in a higher power, but it can also apply a holistic idea in an individual connection to others and the world as a whole. Pure spirituality is non-physical existence; hence it has no dimensions: neither time nor space. As physical beings, we are assuming upon ourselves dimensions. When as physical beings, we seek spirituality, we aim to get as close as possible to that ultimate state of non-physicality.
In my eyes, the most practical way to that is simplicity. The physical existence introduces complexity into our life. When we choose clarity in any aspect of the experience, we become closer in a way to our spiritual state of being, says Spiritual Mentor Ben Shomer. After applying these Universal laws, life may seem to be overly happy, but specific ways of approach that helps tame the energy should also be practised.
However, this book by Bela Upadhyay starts by saying,' India has produced some of the world's greatest religious leaders, sages, saints, philosophers, and spiritual thinkers. They were monks, nuns, and renunciates, nationalists, and reformers. No one religion had a monopoly on them. They range from Mahavira and Buddha, who lived over 2,500 years ago, to medieval saints like Chishti, Avvaiyar, and Guru Nanak, to more recent philosophers and religious icons such as Vivekananda Ramakrishna, Saint Teresa, and many others. The spiritual and philosophical heritage they left behind is India's gift to all Indians and the world.', which is very much true. In this connection, this book focuses on Nizamuddin Auliya (1238–1325), also known as Hazrat Nizamuddin, who is one of the most revered of the Sufi saints in the subcontinent and the founder of the Chishti Nizami order. Born in Badaun in great poverty, he chose to dedicate his life to the Sufi vision of love and peace and service to the poor.
The book later gives a great discourse on his life, his teachings and his mission to impart spiritual knowledge through humanity and spread harmony in the world. The shrine of Nizamuddin Auliya in Delhi is visited by thousands of pilgrims each year. It is said that the Shaikh continues to feed the people by means of the inspiration and blessings bestowed at the shrine, and the many gifts of money and food offered by its visitors quickly transformed into satisfying meals served from the langar that bears his name.
Rating:
4/5
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