سلطان باہوؒ کی تعلیمات میں سروری قادری خانقاہی نظام کا دعوت و اصلاحِ معاشرہ میں کردار

Abstract

This research article, titled “The Role of the Sarwari Qadri Khanqahi System in Preaching and Social Reform in the Teachings of Sultan Bahoo (RA)”, examines the religious, spiritual, educational, and social dimensions of the Sarwari Qadri Khanqahi system in the light of Sultan Bahoo’s teachings. Sultan Bahoo (RA) was a prominent Sufi scholar and spiritual figure of the subcontinent whose teachings emphasized self-purification, remembrance of Allah, divine knowledge, spiritual training, and moral excellence. According to his thought, genuine reform begins with the purification of the inner self and gradually manifests itself in human conduct and social relationships. The study finds that the Sarwari Qadri tradition gives considerable importance to the relationship between the spiritual guide and disciple as a means of moral and spiritual training. Remembrance of Allah, companionship of the spiritual guide, struggle against the lower self, and ethical discipline are important elements of this system. The Khanqahi system provides a practical framework for these teachings through religious guidance, spiritual education, moral development, service to humanity, and concern for social welfare. The research further demonstrates that Sultan Bahoo’s teachings connect individual spiritual reform with broader social reform. Purification of the self, development of good character, promotion of brotherhood, tolerance, compassion, and service to others can contribute to the establishment of a morally balanced society. In the contemporary context, these teachings remain relevant in addressing moral decline, intolerance, materialism, and social disorder. The study concludes that a revival of the constructive and reformative dimensions of the Khanqahi tradition can contribute positively to religious awareness, ethical development, social harmony, and collective welfare.