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Question:
What constitutes the underlying cause of the psychological unrest and cognitive
disintegration presently afflicting humankind? From within the framework of
spiritual epistemology, kindly elucidate those guiding paradigms through which
the disoriented and anxious generation of today might reorient its trajectory
toward a meaningful and coherent future.
Answer:
The
root cause of the psychological discord and cognitive disintegration within the
human species can be attributed to the diminishing manifestation of the
prophetic mode of thought within its collective consciousness, resulting in a
gradual erosion of its foundational epistemic orientation, moreover, the
self-imposed construct of hypothetical sensory faculties has obstructed
humanity's access to the awareness of ultimate reality.
The
Guiding Light of Divine Wisdom, the inheritor of the prophetic legacy, Ḥaḍrat
Qalandar Bābā Alīā' (R.A.), asserts:
When
the Prophets (P.B.U.H.) contemplated any matter, they refrained from
establishing a direct relationship between themselves and the object of
contemplation. Their epistemic approach was grounded in the recognition that
the ultimate dominion of all things, including their own existence, resides
with Allah Almighty. There was no inherent or direct connection between them
and any object; rather, each entity’s relationship was mediated through the
Divine Knowledge of Allah. When the Prophets focused on something, their first
mental orientation would always be toward Allah, before their attention would
turn to the object itself. Prior to directing their consciousness toward any
external matter, they instinctively acknowledged that the object had no direct
link to them, with the only bond existing through the Divine Knowledge of
Allah. In this paradigm, Allah, as the ultimate perceivable reality, was their
primary focus, and according to divine law, the attributes of Allah became the
core framework for their cognitive and spiritual perception. As such, their
minds embodied the attributes of the Divine.
In
contrast, the contemporary human condition, increasingly estranged from the
prophetic mode of thought and dominated by the empirical faculties, exhibits an
overwhelming faith in materialism (Mādda), while the belief in the Creator of
matter remains tenuous. This epistemic and ontological deviation has
contributed to the psychological fragmentation and cognitive disintegration of
humanity. Regarding guidance for the human race to shape its future, this
wisdom was also imparted by Huzoor Qalandar Bābā Alīā' (R.A.). Expounding on
this insight, he explained: "To attain proximity to someone, one must
align their actions with that which the desired party seeks. Similarly, if we
seek proximity and friendship with Allah, we must adopt the conduct that Allah
Himself exemplifies. For example, Allah is perpetually engaged in the service
and of His creation, without seeking any recompense or return. While the
servant may never replicate the Creator’s level of service to creation, every
individual can tether their needs and desires to the Majestic Being of Allah.
Through this alignment, one becomes integrated into the Kingdom of Allah."
Huzoor Qalandar Bābā (R.A.) further states, "Every endeavor should be
pursued with the utmost effort and dedication, yet the outcome should
ultimately be surrendered to the Divine Will of Allah Almighty."
Khwaja Shamsuddin Azeemi
Nearly three decades ago, the esteemed spiritual scholar and blessed guide, Khwaja Shamsuddin Azeemi (R.A), inaugurated a mission of public service with the objective of liberating humanity from afflictions, psychological distress, and physical ailments. For ten years, he remained in contemplative retreat, silently advancing this sacred commitment to the service of creation (khidmat-e-khalq). As the hearts of the people began turning toward him, he employed the medium of mass communication. In 1969, this initiative was formally introduced to the public through newspapers and spiritual journals. According to conservative estimates, through written correspondence and face-to-face interaction—particularly via national publications and the Roohani Digest—Hazrat Azeemi has extended spiritual guidance and healing to over 1.4 million men and women, addressing intricate personal crises and intractable medical conditions. Today, it is not uncommon that wherever a few individuals gather, and a seemingly insoluble dilemma or incurable illness is mentioned, someone inevitably suggests: “Establish contact with Azeemi Sahib—the matter will be resolved.”
Through the grace of Allah the Almighty, the spiritual affinity with the Prophet (P.B.U.H), and the continued beneficence of the blessed guide, four volumes of Roohani Daak (Spiritual Correspondence) have now been compiled. The first volume is hereby presented to you for contemplation and benefit.
