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What was the primary cause identified by Shah Waliullah for the decline of Muslim power in the sub-continent?
At what age did Shah Waliullah become the Sheikh of the Madrasah?
Which significant battle did Ahmed Shah Abdali win as a result of Shah Waliullah's influence?
What was the name of Shah Waliullah's famous work that discussed the universality of Islam?
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What was Shah Waliullah's contribution to the understanding of the Holy Qur'an?
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What was one of the main objectives of Syed Ahmed Shaheed's movement known as Tahreek-e-Mujahideen?
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Who succeeded Shah Waliullah and continued his mission at Madrassah Rahimiya?
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What action did Syed Ahmed Shaheed take against the Sikhs in the Punjab?
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Which renowned figure's teachings greatly influenced Syed Ahmed Shaheed?
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What was the significance of the victories achieved by Syed Ahmed Shaheed in his battles?
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Study Notes
Revivalist Movement in the Sub-Continent
- Muslims ruled the Indian sub-continent for over a thousand years until their power declined due to deviation from core Islamic principles.
- Religious scholars and reformers initiated the Revivalist Movement to reinstate Islamic teachings and values among Muslims in the region.
Movement of Shah Waliullah
- Shah Waliullah (Qutubuddin) was born on February 21, 1703, near Delhi, to the scholar Shah Abdul Rahim.
- By age 15, he mastered major Islamic disciplines and became the Sheikh of Madrasah at 17.
- Following the death of Emperor Aurangzeb Alamgir in 1707, a moral degradation affected Muslim society due to non-Muslim influence and military collapse.
- Shah Waliullah emphasized adherence to Islam to maintain Muslim status and power.
- He corresponded with notable leaders, urging them to address the decline of Muslim society and sought military aid from Ahmed Shah Abdali against Marathas.
- In 1761, Abdali defeated the Marathas at the Third Battle of Panipat, significantly altering regional power dynamics.
- His significant contribution includes the Persian translation of the Holy Qur'an, enhancing its accessibility, later translated into Urdu by his sons.
- Authored works on Hadith, Islamic jurisprudence, and Tafseer, notably "Hujjat-ul-La-Hul Baligha," promoting Islam as a universal religion ensuring human prosperity.
- Shah Waliullah passed away on August 10, 1762; his son, Shah Abdul Aziz, continued his mission at Madrassah Rahimiya in Delhi.
Movement of Syed Ahmad Shaheed Barelvi
- Syed Ahmad Shaheed, born in 1786 in Rai Bareilley, is recognized for his Islamic preaching and reform efforts against prevailing corrupt forces.
- Initially focused on military training, he later devoted his life to social service and religious teachings, influenced deeply by Shah Waliullah and his son.
- He was dedicated to establishing an Islamic State in the sub-continent, opposing polytheism and promoting the Oneness of Allah (Tauheed).
- His movement, Tahreek-e-Mujahideen (Struggle of Freedom Fighters), aimed to:
- Preach Tauheed.
- Revive Islamic teachings.
- Establish an Islamic state.
- Protect Muslims from anti-Islamic acts and ideas.
- Advocate Jihad for liberation from oppression.
- Syed Ahmad targeted Sikh domination in Punjab and N.W.F.P, initiating Jihad with local followers.
- He collaborated with Shah Ismail Shaheed and amassed significant support, leading military campaigns against the Sikhs.
- Conducted battles in 1826, with initial victories at Akora and Hazro, successfully inspiring local tribes to join his movement.
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This quiz explores the Revivalist Movement among Muslims in the sub-continent, highlighting the decline of power due to deviation from Islamic principles. It discusses the efforts of scholars and reformers in reviving Islamic teachings and instilling values within the community. Test your knowledge on the key movements and figures involved in this significant period of Islamic history.
