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Question:
Several years ago, I was engulfed in various personal shortcomings; however, by
the grace of Allah the Almighty, I have made concerted efforts to overcome
them. Alḥamdulillāh,
I now find no discernible flaw within myself. Yet, notwithstanding this
internal refinement, I am confronted with a continual deterioration of
circumstances. Instead of advancement, my trajectory appears increasingly
regressive. What could be the underlying cause?
Answer: It is indeed a Divine favor that you were enabled to address and rectify your internal deficiencies. However, to assume that one is now entirely free from imperfection and incapable of error reflects a form of self-perception that is not in alignment with the principles of Divine governance. Such an epistemic stance—devoid of humility—finds no commendation in the metaphysical order. The laws of Providence regard self-complacency with disapproval. It is imperative to adopt a humbler and more introspective pattern of thought. As a remedial spiritual discipline, you are advised to recite a complete cycle of Istighfār tasbeeh following each salah. Inshallah existential circumstances will begin to align more favorably.
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.
