Minhaj-ul-Quran Ulama Council Holds "Message of Imam Hussain (A.S.) and Unity of the Ummah" Conference

Scholars and Spiritual Leaders from All Schools of Thought Participate
The sacrifices of Imam Hussain (A.S.) and the martyrs of Karbala remain a timeless message of truth: Khurram Nawaz Gandapur
A true Muhammadan society can be established by promoting selflessness and piety: Sahibzada Zaheer Ahmad Naqshbandi
Addresses delivered by Mufti Ghulam Asghar Siddiqui, Mufti Ashiq Hussain Shah, Dr. Zulfiqar Haider, Muhammad Salman Shakir, and Parvez Akbar Saqi

Minhaj-ul-Quran International, through its Minhaj-ul-Quran Ulama Council, organized the "Message of Imam Hussain (A.S.) and Unity of the Ummah Conference" at Jamia Shaykh-ul-Islam, Model Town, as part of its monthly gathering for Khatm-us-Salat 'Alan-Nabi (PBUH). The conference brought together eminent religious scholars, spiritual leaders, and distinguished religious and social personalities representing all schools of Islamic thought. Participants paid rich tribute to the unparalleled sacrifices of the Ahl al-Bayt (A.S.), particularly Imam Hussain (A.S.) and the martyrs of Karbala.

The speakers unanimously described the sacrifices of Imam Hussain (A.S.) and the martyrs of Karbala as an eternal message of truth, patience, steadfastness, freedom, and unwavering commitment to the religion of Islam for the entire Muslim Ummah.

In his welcome address, Khurram Nawaz Gandapur, Secretary-General of Minhaj-ul-Quran International, said that the timeless sacrifices of Imam Hussain (A.S.) and the martyrs of Karbala inspire Muslims to remain steadfast in upholding truth and justice. He added that Minhaj-ul-Quran continues to play a vital role in promoting the love of the Holy Prophet (PBUH), the teachings of the Ahl al-Bayt (A.S.), and unity among Muslims. He emphasized that fostering peace, tolerance, mutual respect, and harmony has become one of the greatest needs of the present era.

Allama Sahibzada Zaheer Ahmad Naqshbandi, Deputy Secretary for Da'wah Affairs, stated that Imam Hussain (A.S.) demonstrated unparalleled examples of steadfastness, piety, generosity, and loyalty throughout his journey from Madinah to Karbala. He said that the philosophy of Imam Hussain (A.S.) is, in essence, the practical manifestation of the Qur'anic message, and that a truly Muhammadan society can be established by promoting selflessness, truthfulness, piety, and perseverance.

Allama Mufti Syed Ashiq Hussain Shah, Member of the Punjab Interfaith and Inter-Sectarian Harmony Council, remarked that the tragedy of Karbala represents an everlasting lesson in truth, freedom, perseverance, and resistance against oppression. He also paid tribute to the scholarly and research contributions of Shaykh-ul-Islam Dr. Muhammad Tahir-ul-Qadri.

Dr. Zulfiqar Haider, Director of the Editorial and Curriculum Department at Jamia Urwat-ul-Wusqa, said that the Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) saying, "Hussain is from me and I am from Hussain," is a clear declaration of the exalted status and greatness of the Ahl al-Bayt (A.S.). He emphasized that genuine love for Imam Hussain (A.S.) requires individuals to model their lives according to his noble character, as the tragedy of Karbala continues to embody the enduring values of truth, sacrifice, steadfastness, and the preservation of Islam.

Allama Muhammad Salman Shakir, Secretary-General of Jamiat Ahl-e-Hadith Punjab, said that the sacrifices of Imam Hussain (A.S.) and the martyrs of Karbala stand as shining examples of dignity, honor, and resilience for the Muslim Ummah. He observed that those who stand firmly for truth may sacrifice their lives but can never bow before falsehood—a message that remains a guiding light for humanity.

Sahibzada Malik Parvez Akbar Saqi, Chairman of Tehreek Wahdat-e-Islami, described the martyrs of Karbala as timeless symbols of faith, loyalty, and sincerity. He said that love for the Ahl al-Bayt (A.S.) is the true wealth of spiritual life and that the ultimate purpose of worship is to attain the pleasure of Allah, safeguard one's faith, and live a life of sincerity.

The conference concluded with a special prayer led by Allama Mufti Ghulam Asghar Siddiqui, President of the Minhaj-ul-Quran Ulama Council, who prayed for the security and prosperity of Pakistan, unity among the Muslim Ummah, the progress of the Islamic world, lasting peace and stability, and the continued blessings associated with the martyrs of Karbala.

Among those in attendance were Alhaj Abdul Ghafoor Qadri, Dr. Muhammad Rafiq Najm, Raja Zahid Mahmood Qadri, Colonel (R) Khalid Javed, Muhammad Jawad Hamid, Mian Ghulam Murtaza Murtazai, Haji Abdul Rasheed, Khalid Iqbal, Allama Ashfaq Ali Chishti, Allama Ain-ul-Haq Baghdadi, Wing Commander (R) Abdul Ghaffar, Syed Musharraf Shah, Iqbal Hussain Bajwa, Shakeel Ahmad Tahir, Haji Ghulam Fareed Aajiz, along with scholars, spiritual leaders, and representatives of various schools of thought from across the country.