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Hum Buton Ko Jo Pyar Karte Hein,TheLegend.Nusrat.Fateh.Ali.Khan

Roz - E-Awwal Se Hai Meri Zindagani Aap Ki by Sher Ali Mehr Ali

The talk of their grace fills every gathering and place,
The pure soul is unveiled in the face of their divine grace.
Their radiant countenance casts light that none can match,
Even the darkest tresses cannot obscure its dazzling batch.
Their bearing is majestic, their voice a call so grand,
Words flow like pearls, born of the purest strand.

In their gaze, paradise beckons with a pull so deep,
Their eyes, like the hunter’s, are drawn to secrets they keep.
A masterpiece of character, with virtues refined,
From the grace of the Prophet, all truth they did find.
In the company of their followers, a star’s light shown,
Like the moon amidst the stars, their brilliance is known.

One day, Ukba approached and said to you,
"Our goal is wealth, and we shall make you rich, too.
We’ll grant you riches, power, and command,
But if your aim is something else, we understand.
If wealth is what you seek, here's the chance—
Yet truth and prophecy are in God's stance.
The message of the Prophet, the faith must remain,
Nothing else is worthy, all else is in vain.
How extraordinary was the Prophet’s way,
No wealth or power could ever sway."

From the beginning, your mission was to serve humankind,
Concerned with others' troubles, ever compassionate and kind.
You healed the wounds of both kin and stranger,
A friend to the orphan, a protector from danger.
In service to the needy, you stood strong,
Sharing in their sorrow, and guiding them along.
Your speech brought joy and peace to the hearts of men,
Your character was a path to follow again and again.
Everyone believed in your noble, virtuous way,
They called you the "Truthful One," in awe every day.
The talk was all about your great, noble deed,
And how your pure soul met every need.

The first light of truth is the light of the Prophet,
From which all souls and the heavens have been wrought.
It is through this light that mankind gained its sight,
In its love, the believer finds eternal delight.
From the beginning of time, this light was the goal,
The best of creation, the last to make us whole.

Many Prophets have come to the world,
But it was this one, the best of all, who unfurled.

The universe was adorned with the light of this truth,
From this light arose the grandeur of life’s youth.
The light of Muhammad was a mirror of traits divine,
In it, God saw His own beauty, so pure, so fine.
All veils of the unseen were now revealed,
And the self of the Prophet, in His light, was sealed.

The essence of the Prophet was of mercy and grace,
A simple act of kindness, a smile on His face.
The limits of His noble character had no end,
For His goodness shone like the evening sky, my friend.

The banner of submission is the foundation of eternity,
All messengers brought the call of eternal piety.
From every height, the call of submission rings,
The ultimate wisdom lies in the submission it brings.
The Prophet’s pride was in His bond with the Divine,
And hidden in His actions was this truth, sublime.

He was the renowned King, beloved by the Lord,
Every gesture of His, eternal and adored.
He was never arrogant, nor proud in His mission,
Whenever He spoke, it was in humble submission.
He made His bond with the Divine His utmost care,
And gave the message of servitude, so pure and rare.

The formation of livelihood has been established,
The perfection of the faith has been completed.
The verses of the Divine have been revealed,
The message to the world has been sealed.
Humanity's perfect example lies in the Prophet,
In this caravan of life, the Prophet is the ultimate destination.
The map of the righteous still shines today,
The character of the Prophet remains protected, come what may.
People still hear His words, still feel His presence near,
The realm of light is still visible, clear.

— Translated by Jamil Hussain, Sung by Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan

Charcha Har Anjuman Mein, Jo Unki Ada Ka Hai - TheLegend.NFAK

Uthti Hai Lamakan Se Jo Chilman Hijab Ki (Rare) - TheLegend.NFAK

Sept 28th at Aga Khan Museum. 2pm

Part of the Small World Music Festival

Fareed Ayaz Abu Mohammad Qawwal - Kalam Hafiz Shirazi

Love is my will, Thy grace is my plea,  
My faith is in God, and Thou art He.

No need for the mosque or the sacred dome,  
In my prayers, 'tis only Thy presence I call home.

In my heart, Thou dwellest, in my gaze, Thou shine,  
The start and the end, both in Thee combine.

I've seen Thy essence in Thy form so bright,  
Why speak of distance when Thou art the light?

On earth, Mustafa’s (PBUH) glory does shine,  
In the heavens, Qibriya's throne is divine.

In love, I lost myself, yet found Thy grace,  
Everywhere I look, I see Thy face.

In my heart’s beat, Thy name does resound,  
Thou art my soul, where love is found.

No cure exists in earth or sky,  
Thy touch alone makes my heart fly.