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Question:
I
have been reading the "Roohani Daak" column regularly and with
interest for several weeks. I now wish to derive benefit from the practice of
meditation and seek your esteemed guidance on this matter. I humbly request
that you elaborate on the necessary conditions, timings, and requirements for
effective meditation practice.
Answer:
The
most pivotal condition for meditation is the presence of a qualified guide or
teacher who can provide personalized direction. As meditation is a deeply
spiritual practice, its effectiveness is often contingent on the correct
guidance of an experienced mentor. The timing and conditions for meditation
can, however, vary depending on individual circumstances, though certain
general guidelines can be offered. Typically, the optimal times for meditation
are in the quiet hours before sleep at night or in the early morning before
sunrise. Furthermore, meditation should ideally be conducted in an environment
that is both well-ventilated and possesses a subdued or dim lighting, as this
promotes mental clarity and enhances the meditative experience. In terms of
posture, it is essential that the practitioner adopts a seated position that
ensures comfort and stability, avoiding any strain on the body or tension in
the nervous system. Meditation should not be practiced while lying down, as
this can foster a state of physical relaxation that may hinder concentration.
Meditation,
in terms of its visual focus, encompasses various types. These include the
meditation on the Divine Name (Ism-e-Zaat), the meditation on the Sheikh
(spiritual guide), the meditation on the Prophet (P.B.U.H.), the meditation on
the heart (Tasavvur-e-Qalb), the meditation on the six subtle centers
(Lata'if-e-Sitta), the meditation of light, the meditation of divine
illumination, and others. You are permitted to engage in meditation; visualize
gazing into the depths of your heart, where you may observe a dark point. Once
this point becomes manifest in your perception, kindly inform us through
written correspondence.
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.
