Among the saints of the Exalted Tabqatiyah Madari Order who attained distinction through righteous action, asceticism (zuhd), and complete trust in God (tawakkul), the name of Hazrat Shah Wahid al-Din Tabqati Madari (may Allah have mercy on him) is mentioned with great respect. He was a saint marked by asceticism and reliance upon Allah, and he belonged to those spiritually realized saints of the Tabqatiyah Madari Order whose lives are quiet yet deeply influential.
Spiritual Affiliation and Contemporaries
Hazrat Shah Wahid al-Din (may Allah have mercy on him) was a disciple within the Exalted Tabqatiyah Madari Order and was counted among the eminent saints of his time. He was a contemporary of Hazrat Sufi Haji Nur Muhammad Jaigami (may Allah have mercy on him). This contemporaneity clearly reflects the spiritually vibrant environment of that era and the abundance of seekers and travelers on the path of spiritual discipline.
Devotional Routine and Way of Life
His daily schedule was highly disciplined and well organized. Remembrance (dhikr), worship (‘ibadah), and the constant consciousness of Allah formed the central axis of his life. Asceticism, contentment, and reliance upon Allah were clearly reflected in his practical conduct, and these qualities distinguished him among the people of the heart.
Passing Away (Wisal)
Hazrat Shah Wahid al-Din Tabqati Madari (may Allah have mercy on him) departed from this transient world in a most blessed state.
He passed away in 1284 AH, during the blessed month of Ramadan, on a Friday, at the time of the Fajr prayer, while in the state of fasting. Such a passing is regarded as a supreme blessing for the servants of God.
Poetic Chronogram of His Passing
On a Friday morning, by the command of God,
Occurred the departure of that man of trust and asceticism.
Wahid al-Din, the one who relied upon Allah, hastened toward the Hereafter;
A heavenly voice proclaimed: Wahid al-Din turned his face away from the world.
Summary
The life of Hazrat Shah Wahid al-Din Tabqati Madari (may Allah have mercy on him) teaches us that quiet devotion, complete reliance upon Allah, and a simple way of life elevate a person to closeness with the Almighty. He is among those saints of the Exalted Tabqatiyah Madari Order whose mention may be brief, but whose impact is lasting.
Source:
Book: Sair al-Madar
Author: Zaheer Ahmad Sahaswani Badayuni
Page: 148
