DISCUSSIONS ON SEERAH IN THE (MALFOZAT) OF HAZRAT MIAN SHER MUHAMMAD SHARQ PURI (SPECIAL STUDY IN THE CONTEXT OF ASPECTS AND EFFECTS)

Abstract

After the War of Independence in 1857 and until the creation of Pakistan in 1947, Muslims of the subcontinent faced deep political, economic, and intellectual decline, accompanied by government-led efforts to weaken them academically and culturally, and to diminish the sanctity of Islamic civilization and its symbols. In this challenging environment, several scholars worked to revive Islamic values, and among these influential figures was Hazrat Mian Sher Muhammad Sharqpuri (Sher Rabbani). Rather than engaging in debates and controversies, he dedicated himself to nurturing sincere love, reverence, and understanding of the Prophet (peace be upon him) in the hearts and minds of the people. Following the tradition of earlier scholars, he delivered insightful sermons on various aspects of the Seerah, which were later compiled into books so that wider audiences could benefit from his teachings. Through his thoughtful guidance and unwavering devotion, he fulfilled an important role in reforming thought and conduct during a declining era and contributed significantly to the revival and promotion of the Sunnah and Seerah.