Madariyya

In today's world, Madariyya is a widely discussed topic that has gained relevance in different areas of society. From its impact on the economy to its influence on interpersonal relationships, Madariyya has generated endless debates and reflections. As time has progressed, opinions and perspectives on Madariyya have evolved, giving rise to a wide range of approaches and analyzes on the matter. In this article, we will explore the different dimensions of Madariyya and analyze its importance in the current context, with the aim of providing a comprehensive vision of this very relevant topic.

Madariyya
The dargah of Syed Zinda Shah Qutbul Madar
Founder
Shah Madar Badi' al-Din
Regions with significant populations
North India, Nepal, Bangladesh
Religions
Sufi Islam

The Madariyya is a Sufi order (tariqa) popular in North India, especially in Uttar Pradesh, the Mewat region, Bihar, Gujarat and West Bengal, as well as in Nepal and Bangladesh. Known for its syncretist beliefs and its focus on internal Dhikr, it was initiated by the Sufi saint Shah Madar Badi' al-Din and is centered on his shrine (Dargah) at Makanpur, Kanpur district, Uttar Pradesh.

The Madariyya order reached its zenith in the late Mughal period between the 15th and 17th centuries and gave rise to new orders as Shah Madar's disciples spread through the northern plains of India, into Bengal. As with most Sufi orders, its name Madariyya has been created by forming a Nisba from the name of its founder, (Shah) Madar, though it is sometimes also referred as Tabaqatiyya.[1][2][3][4][5]

Dargah

The dargah of Badi' al-Din Shah Madar is located at Makanpur, near Kanpur city, in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India. It is visited by thousands of visitors every month and especially during the annual Urs celebrations.[6]

See also

References

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  2. ^ Liebeskind, Claudia (1998). Piety on its knees: three Sufi traditions in South Asia in modern times. Oxford University Press. p. 49. ISBN 0-19-564309-7.
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