LAHORE (Urdu Times) Yaad-e-Hussain (A.S.) Mehfil Musalma Soz-o-Salam Became a Living Example of Religious Harmony – Pir Syed Suhail Bukhari

LAHORE (Urdu Times) The Asian Cultural Association of Pakistan, while continuing its traditions, organized the Yaad-e-Hussain (A.S.) Mehfil Musalma Soz-o-Salam during the month of Muharram-ul-Haram, as in previous years, with great devotion and respect at PILAC Hall No. 2, Punjabi Complex, Gaddafi Stadium, Ferozepur Road, Lahore. The event received the cooperation of PILAC for the hall arrangements. The proceedings of this spiritually uplifting gathering were conducted by renowned compere Riaz Khan.

Addressing the respected Ulama-e-Kiram, Mashaikh-e-Izam, distinguished guests, poets, Soz-o-Salam presenters, members of the literary community, ladies and gentlemen, Riaz Khan said that today’s blessed and spiritually inspiring gathering is not merely an event but a renewal of the great message of love, loyalty, sacrifice, selflessness, and the supremacy of truth that was written in the field of Karbala fourteen centuries ago. Karbala teaches us that character is more important than power, truth is greater than strength, and the real success in life lies in remaining steadfast upon the truth. Hazrat Imam Hussain (R.A.), along with his Ahl-e-Bait (R.A.) and devoted companions, proved that a Muslim may sacrifice his head before oppression but can never bow before falsehood.

Iqbal beautifully said:

“Ghareeb-o-Sada-o-Rangeen Hai Dastan-e-Haram,
Nihayat Is Ki Hussain (R.A.), Ibtida Hai Ismail (A.S.).”

Ladies and gentlemen! Today’s gathering has been organized not only to pay tribute to Hazrat Imam Hussain (R.A.) and the martyrs of Karbala but also to renew our pledge that we shall strive to walk on the path of truth, justice, love, tolerance, and unity.

Recitation of the Holy Qur’an

What better way could there be to begin every blessed gathering than with the sacred words of Allah Almighty? With utmost respect, I invite Qari Ghulam Ghaus Hajveri to come forward and illuminate our gathering with the recitation of the Holy Qur’an.

Riaz Khan said, “May Allah Almighty grant us the ability to understand and act upon the Holy Qur’an.”

For Hamd Bari Ta’ala, I invite Ghulam Mustafa Qadri to come forward and present his humble tribute in the Court of Allah Almighty.

Naat-e-Rasool-e-Maqbool ﷺ

The story of Karbala begins with the love of the Holy Prophet ﷺ, because Imam Hussain (R.A.) is the beloved grandson of the Holy Prophet ﷺ. Let us now present our tribute in the blessed court of the Holy Prophet ﷺ. I invite Naat Khawan Firasat Qadri to come forward and praise the Holy Prophet Peace and Blessings be Upon Him. May Allah Almighty further increase your love for the Holy Prophet ﷺ.

The formal proceedings of the ceremony began with singer Imran Jafri, who, in his distinctive style, paid a magnificent tribute to Imam-e-Aali Maqam Hazrat Imam Hussain (A.S.) and his companions.

Singer Huma Imran, singer Abbas Jutt, singer Ali Imran Shaukat, singer Nasir Biraj, and singer Gulshan Jahan presented Soz-o-Salam in melodious voices in tribute to Imam Hussain (A.S.) and the martyrs of Karbala.

Pir Syed Suhail Bukhari, Secretary General of the Asian Cultural Association of Pakistan, said in his address that Hazrat Imam Hussain (R.A.) does not belong to any one school of thought but is beloved to the entire Ummah. Yazid was the symbol of oppression and brutality, whereas Imam Hussain (A.S.) is the symbol of humanity and patience.

His great sacrifice is a beacon of light for humanity.

Today the world is searching for a way out of the darkness of oppression, and Karbala continues to teach humanity the lessons of justice, patience, steadfastness, and speaking the truth.

Today’s devotion-filled gathering has become a living example of religious harmony.

“Insaan Ko Bedar To Ho Lene Do, Har Qaum Pukare Gi Hamare Hain Hussain (A.S.).”

Emerging Zakira Kaneez Hussain Karbalai, while narrating the story of the martyrdom of the martyrs of Karbala, said that the sacrifice of Imam Hussain (A.S.) and his companions will be remembered until the Day of Judgment.

Renowned Naat Khawan, scholars, and Mashaikh including Professor Majid Ali Qadri Advocate, Qari Maqbool Ahmed Mujaddidi, and others paid their finest tribute to Imam-e-Aali Maqam.

Renowned poets Syed Fatir Shaheed, Dr. Aziz-ur-Rehman, Yasir Gilani, and Khawar Hashmi presented Musalma.

At the conclusion of the gathering, Riaz Khan said:

“Ladies and gentlemen! The spiritual moment of the gathering has now arrived when hearts become filled with the love of Ahl-e-Bait (R.A.).

Soz-o-Salam is, in fact, a beautiful expression of devotion, respect, and love.

I invite respected Ghulam Ghaus Qadri to come forward and present his tribute in the blessed court of Ahl-e-Bait (R.A.), and Ali Imran Shaukat to present Soz-o-Salam.”

All participants stood respectfully and presented Salaam to Imam Hussain (A.S.) and his companions.

May Allah Almighty accept this love and devotion in His Divine Court.

Pir Syed Suhail Bukhari, the senior-most event organizer and Secretary General of the Asian Cultural Association of Pakistan, said that the message of Karbala is not only grief but also determination.

It is not only tears but also character.

It is not only remembrance but also action.

Imam Hussain (R.A.) taught us that a life of honor is the true wealth of a believer.

May Allah Almighty grant us the ability to remain steadfast upon the truth.

The hall was filled to capacity, and the audience stood to appreciate this devotion-filled gathering. They also appreciated Pir Syed Suhail Bukhari, saying that the government should provide complete patronage and support to such a selfless personality.

Most institutions make agreements with commercial organizations whose objective is nothing more than earning money.

Among those present at the gathering were International Promoter Tajammal Zahoor Balm Butt, Chief Organizer of the Asian Cultural Association of Pakistan; Muhammad Fayyaz, Chief Executive of Versatile Performance Group, along with his colleagues, ladies and gentlemen; Qaiser Sultan; senior journalist and social personality Khalid Ejaz Mufti; Faisal Tabani; Hasnain Mehdi; religious leader Mukhtar Shah Karbalai and his companions; and personalities and individuals from every school of thought participated enthusiastically.

On behalf of the participants’ well-wishers, Sharbat Bazoori was served in an effort to quench everyone’s thirst.

At the conclusion, Langar-e-Hussaini and an ample supply of drinking water were arranged.