The Sacred Link
Translation of Naqa' al-Salafah fi 'A¿kam al-Bay¿ah wa al-Khilafah
By Imam A¿mad Ri¿a Khan al-Qadiri
Translated by Mufti Sayyid ¿Abdul ¿amad al-Qadiri
Description:
The Sacred Link is a powerful and timely translation of Naqa' al-Salafah, a seminal treatise by the revered Imam A¿mad Ri¿a Khan al-Qadiri, may Allah sanctify his secret. This work addresses the essential rulings and wisdoms surrounding bay¿ah (spiritual allegiance) and khilafah (spiritual successorship) within the traditional ¿ufi framework.
This treatise responds to eight key questions related to spiritual guidance, the need for a shaykh, the categories of khilafah, and the criteria for establishing spiritual authority. With a firm rooting in classical jurisprudence and a profound spiritual depth, the Imam highlights the critical importance of preserving the sacred chain that links seekers back to the Messenger of Allah ¿ through qualified guides.
Translated with precision and spiritual care by Mufti Sayyid ¿Abdul ¿amad al-Qadiri, The Sacred Link offers both scholars and seekers a deep well of insight into the intertwined paths of Shari¿ah and ¿ariqah.
Ideal for:
- Students of traditional Islamic sciences
- Followers and seekers of the ¿ufi path
- Scholars interested in Imam A¿mad Ri¿a's jurisprudential and spiritual legacy
- Anyone seeking clarity on bay¿ah, khilafah, and the need for spiritual mentorship
