CENTRE OF ISLAMIC STUDIES JAMIATUL RAZA(BAREILLY SHAREEF)

A “Vision” becoming a “Reality”

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“Every great achievement has great leaders behind it, we start this presentation by introducing the great Islamic personalities that led to the establishment of the Centre of Islamic Studies,

Jamiatur- Raza….”

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Ala Hadrat Imam Ahmad Raza Khan Qadri (1272-1340H)

Syeduna Ala Hadrat-Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Qadri was the reviver (Mujaddid) of the 14h century as declared by renowned Arab scholars of his time

He revived Islam in the subcontinent by filling Muslims hearts with the love for Allah Subhano wa Tala and Syeduna Rasoolullah Alaihi Salat wat-Tasleem and reviving His Sunnah

Along with Islamic sciences, on which he was known to be a master, he also had great command on contemporary sciences …he was called Imam Abu Hanifa of his time

He was awarded the rank of Mufti at the age of 13 years.

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Background Ala Hadrat (1272-1340H)

He authored more than 1,000 books on around 72 different subjects, which includes Tafseer, Hadith, Fiqh, Mathematics, Geology, Astronomy and other sciences.

One of his well known works is his book 'Ad Dawlatul Makkiyyah' which he finished in 8 hours in the Holy Haram of Makkah Sharif without any reference books available at hand.

Many universities in various countries have awarded PhD for research on Imam Ahmed Raza including Al-Azhar university.

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The Legacy Continued …

Imam Muhammad Mustafa Raza Khan Qadri (1310-1402H) The younger son of Syeduna Ala Hadrat. He was a

Kamil Wali and called Mufti-e-Azam Hind for his unparalleled knowledge in Islamic jurisprudence….

He also became Mufti at the age of 13 years and carried out this function for 79 years…..

He realized the dire need for true Islamic teachings in the sub-continent. His vision for an Islamic university that would revitalize the Deen of Syeduna Rasoolullah Alaihi Salat wat-Tasleem in the sub-continent is the basis for the establishment “Centre of Islamic Studies – Jamiatur Raza”

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Transformation of the Vision Huzoor Taj-ush-Shariah Imam Akhtar Raza Khan Qadri After Mufti-e-Azam Hind Mustafa Raza Khan

Qadri, his grandson Imam Muhammad Akhtar Raza Khan Qadri Al-Azhari continued this noble mission to revive the deen of Syedna Rasool Ullah Alahi Salat wat-Tasleem.

He is an eminent scholar with an extra ordinary command over Islamic jurisprudence.

He completed his education from Al Azhar university in Egypt with distinction.

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Transformation of the Vision Huzoor Taj-ush-Shariah Imam Akhtar Raza Khan Qadri His poetry in Arabic and Urdu throbs hearts with the

love of Allah Subhano wa Tala and Syedna Rasool Ullah Aliahi Afdalus Salat wat-Tasleem.

He has authored many books in Urdu and Arabic. His Taqwa and services to Islam has earned him the title

of the Crown of Islamic Jurisprudence (Taj ash-Shariah) This is he, who laid the foundation of Jamiatul Raza on

25 Safar 1422, thus transforming the vision of Syedna Mufti-e-Azam Hind into a reality.

PROJECT DETAILS

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Right understanding of Islam …The Beliefs of Ahl ul Sunnah Wal Jamaat as interpreted by Aima e Mujtahedin and Aulia e Kamilin

To Inculcate the love of Syedna Rasoolullah Alaihis Salt wat-Tasleem in the hearts of students through the noble teachings of Imam Ahmad Raza Khan Qadri

To build the character of students on Islamic values and harness them with modern education

Key Objectives

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Key milestones achieved…..

Land acquired in 2001 Construction started in 2002 Building Completed and education started in 2004 A faculty of 17 teachers is established Today, 290 students are getting education Amount spent so far is approx Indian Rs 40 Million

(around SR 3.3M) Running expenses per annum is around Rs 4.5m

(SR375k)

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Department of Dars-e-Nizami Department of Hifz and Qirat Department of Computer Science Department of Modern Education Department of Printing and Publishing Department of Religious Journalism Centre of Research and Training Shara'ee Council of India Moon sighting committee Centre for Books compilation Centre for Judicial verdict Centre for Islamic Jurisprudence

Departments….

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Tajush Shari'a Hostel Allama Hasan Raza Conference Hall Tajush Shari'a Library Mufti-e-Azam IT Cell Dining Hall Raza Health care centre

Facilities at a glance

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Structure of Courses

Secondary Education 3 years VI to VIII grade

Theology Arabic, Persian, English, Hindi, Mathematics Computer Science All other prescribed subjected for junior high school

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Structure of Courses (cont…)

Higher EducationMolviyah 2 years

Aalmiah 2 years

Fadeelah 3 years

Core Subjects Tafseer Hadith Islamic Jurisprudence Law of inheritance Islamic Ideology Arabic Literature Rhetoric Logic and Philosophy

Islamic History Geography World’s Religions Economics Political Science English Literature Memorizing and recitation of the Qur’an

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Structure of Courses (cont…)

Specialization Specialization in Fiqh. Specialization in Tafseer Specialization in Hadith Specialization in Arabic Literature Specialization in World Religion

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Structure of Courses (cont…)

Department of Memorization of Qur’an and its recitation

Hifz 3 years

Qeraat 2 years

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The way forward (2-5 years)Key Projects Hamidi Grand Mosque Jeelani Guest House Allama Naqi Ali Commercial Complex Noori Staff Colony A separate building for central library Office and administration block Extension of class rooms Reading Room for Students Water Tank Construction To start a center for short term (for college and

university students)

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Projects for 2006 - 2007

Grand Mosque

Teachers Accommodation

Students Hostel

Total Estimated Cost = Rs. 95 M (Sr. 8 M)

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The way forward (cont…)Academic To affiliate with the madarsa board of U.P Govt. Religious courses for professional (Dr., M.B.A, CA) Affiliation with other universities Harmonizing uniform course for all madaaris To increase number of students to 2000 To develop strong and capable team of instructors in

different disciplines.

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Our Role This institute is the vision and carving of the

sublime Islamic personalities, and will complete by the grace of Allah subhano wa tala and Karam of his Holy Prophet aliahi afdalus salat wat-tasleem.

Let us join hands together and have our contribution to transform a dream into reality by praying, and providing moral and financial support to the best of our capacities.

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How can we support

Sponsoring students education

Participating in upcoming projects:

Grand Mosque

Teachers Accommodation

Students Hostel

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Thank You!