53rd Urs Ceremony of Hazrat Dr. Farid-ud-Din Qadri Observed

President of Minhaj-ul-Quran International, Professor Dr. Hussain Mohi-ud-Din Qadri, delivered a special address via video link at the 53rd annual Urs ceremony of Hazrat Farid-e-Millat Dr. Farid-ud-Din Qadri.

In his address, Professor Dr. Hussain Mohi-ud-Din Qadri stated that the true measure of any personality’s worth and stature is determined by their knowledge, intellectual depth, and the scholarly and spiritual legacy they leave behind. He said that Hazrat Farid-e-Millat Dr. Farid-ud-Din Qadri stands out as a multidimensional, extraordinary, and exceptional figure who exemplifies these qualities.

He further explained that the writings of Hazrat Farid-e-Millat, particularly his travelogue, are not merely accounts of journeys but a comprehensive depiction of the world through the insight of a spiritually enlightened scholar. His works present a beautiful blend of spirituality, history, literature, and Islamic sciences.

He also paid tribute to Hazrat Farid-e-Millat’s contributions to the Pakistan Movement, noting that in recognition of his services, he was awarded the Presidential Gold Medal, which clearly reflects his national contributions.

Dr. Hussain Mohi-ud-Din Qadri added that Hazrat Farid-e-Millat possessed an extraordinary memory. During his speeches, he would fluently quote verses from the Qur’an, Hadith, and Arabic and Persian poetry without any reference, demonstrating his deep scholarship and intellectual strength.

In conclusion, he stated that one of the most important measures of greatness is the lasting impact and results of a person’s efforts. He emphasized that the greatest contribution of Hazrat Farid-e-Millat was the training and mentorship of Shaykh-ul-Islam Dr. Muhammad Tahir-ul-Qadri, who promoted the message of Islam on a global scale. He remarked that history shows that behind every great personality is a great mentor, and Hazrat Farid-e-Millat nurtured a personality who continues to meet the religious needs of the modern age.

The ceremony was attended by the Administrator of Darbar-e-Fareed, Haji Sibghatullah Qadri, Noorullah Siddiqui, Jawad Hamid, G.M. Malik, Allama Rana Muhammad Idrees Qadri, Sahibzada Muhammad Tahir Qadri, Hafiz Abdul Qadeer Qadri, Shehzad Rasool Qadri, Allama Sabir Kamal Wattoo, Sahibzada Tasleem Ahmad Sabri, Qari Noor Ahmad Chishti, Hafiz Abid Bashir, Rana Jameel, Haji Muhammad Ilyas Qadri, Ata-ul-Mustafa Tahir, Hafiz Muhammad Shakeel, Saeed Akhtar, Arif Chaudhry, Allama Minhaj-ud-Din Qadri, Ghulam Fareed Aajiz, Haji Ghulam Fareed, along with leaders and workers of various forums of Minhaj-ul-Quran, as well as a large number of scholars, spiritual leaders, and devotees from across the country.