Andrabis in Valley of Kashmir
Syed Ahmad Andrabi, (d.A.H.804/A.D, 1401), and his son Syed Mohammad Andrabi, (d.A.H.850/A.D, 1447), came to Kashmir under the duress of Mir Syed Ali Hamdani during the reign of Sultan Qutabu’d-Din,775-792.A.H./1373-89.A.D.It was on the spiritual instructions of Mir Syed Ali Hamdani (R.A) that Syed Ahmad Andrabi and his son stayed in Kashmir and played a major role in the propagation of Islam and that accordingly metamorphosed the destiny of people. Besides they guided and impressed upon the people to follow the path of Shariah. With the missionary zeal and zest they imparted spiritual and religious teachings to the people of Kashmir. Because of their tireless efforts, they did succeed in bringing about a significant and perceptible change in the mindset and life of people in Kashmir. They also influenced the Sultan Qutubu’d-din,775-792.A.H./1373-89.A.D, with their appealing behavior. Acknowledging their role and contribution Sultan built a Khanqah for them at Malaratta Srinagar, popularly known by the name of Khanqahi Andrabia, and also granted the Jagir of Chudran, Weerhar and Auchan in district Pulwama for the maintenance of Khanqah and the followers. The said Khanqah became the centre of Andrabi Syeds, which still occupies its position. Their descendants settled down not only in valley but also at various parts of the world. It was their inner desire to make people understand absolute realities of God. They were not after worldly desires, and it was their selfless love for humanity which equally benefited people here and outside. They succeeded in sowing seeds of fraternity among human beings and under their asylum could understand essence of humanity. These Sufis were simple and kind-hearted and were as impartial as sun, as generous as river and as tolerant as earth. These Sufis had clearly understood philosophy of existentialism and were making people aware at large of this philosophy through their sober and empathetic attitude. The main centers of Andrabi Syeds in and outside valley of Kashmir are Malaratta, Ganderbal, Baramulla,Kupwara,Pulwama, Chadoora, Kulgam, Anantnag.
The Annual commemoration is held at khanqahi Andrabiya Malaratta on every 5th of Islamic month of Safar-ul-Muzaffar.
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