I am known as a political worker, but my real identity is rooted in my connection with Hazrat Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jilani: Chairman Senate
\n ISLAMABAD
\nChairman Senate Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani on Tuesday said that the teachings of Sufi saints offer a timeless message of peace, love, and tolerance.
\nAddressing the Eighth International Conference on \u201cMevlana Rumi and Hadrat Sultan Bahoo,\u201d Gilani underscored the profound impact of Mevlana Rumi and Hadrat Sultan Bahoo in guiding societies toward ethical, spiritual, and moral development.
\nHe said that while he is often recognised for his political roles, including as former Prime Minister, Senate Chairman, and Founding Chairman of the Inter-Parliamentary Speakers Conference (ISC), his true identity lies in his spiritual lineage with the great Sufi saint Hazrat Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jilani (RA).
\n\u201cI am known as a political worker, but my real identity is rooted in my connection with Hazrat Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jilani,\u201d Gilani said. Highlighting the spiritual bond between Sultan Bahoo and Mevlana Rumi, he described their legacy as deeply embedded in Sufi philosophy and service to Islam, noting that they were spiritual leaders and reformers who preached through action, humility, and compassion.
\nGilani said that Sufism\u2019s message of brotherhood and nonviolence played a transformative role in spreading Islam across the subcontinent, particularly through the literary, cultural, and humanistic contributions of Sufi saints.
\nExpressing concern over rising Islamophobia, Gilani said that Sufi teachings can help counter global misconceptions by promoting the true essence of Islam \u2014 a religion of love, mercy, and mutual respect. \u201cUnfortunately, many in the world see Muslims as extremists or terrorists. But our religion teaches affection, patience, and mutual respect,\u201d he said.
\nHe urged the international community to view Islam through the lens of its spiritual traditions, which emphasise unity, peace, and coexistence. Cautioning against the growing intolerance and polarisation in society, Gilani stressed the urgent need to revive core Islamic values of patience and forbearance.
\n\u201cThe biggest issue we face today is intolerance. To overcome this, we must reconnect with our religious teachings,\u201d he added. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
I am known as a political worker, but my real identity is rooted in my connection with Hazrat Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jilani: Chairman Senate ISLAMABAD Chairman Senate Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani on Tuesday said that the teachings of Sufi saints offer a timeless message of peace, love, and tolerance. Addressing the Eighth International Conference on […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":474106,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-474088","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-national"],"yoast_head":"\n