- Source: Shariful Haq Amjadi
Shariful Haq Amjadi (20 April 1921–11 May 2000) was an Indian Islamic scholar, muhaddith, mufassir, commentator of Bukhari, debater, jurist, teacher, author, researcher, and spiritual successor of Mustafa Raza Khan Qadri, former Grand Mufti of India.
Early life
He was born in India and received his education in Islamic jurisprudence and theology. He studied under scholars and became well-versed in various Islamic sciences.
Life
He is known for his commentary on Sahih al-Bukhari. His commentary provides valuable perception, explanations, and context to the Hadith narrations found in Sahih al-Bukhari. He performed his first Hajj in 1985, his first Umrah in 1996, his second Hajj in 1997, and his second Umrah in 1998.
Literary works
He authored several books and treatises, including:
Nuzhat al-Qari Sharah Sahih al-Bukhari
Maqalat-e-Sharah Bukhari
Fatawa-e-Sharah Bukhari
Masla Takfir aur Imam Ahmad Raza
Ashraf al-Siyar
Ashk Rawan
Islam aur Chand ka Safar
Tahqiqaat
Fitnon ki Sarzameen Kaun, Najd ya Iraq?
Sunni-Deobandi Ikhtilaf ka Musannifana Jaiza
Isbat-e-Isal-e-Sawab
Mufti-e-Azam Hind Apne Fazl-o-Kamal ke Aine Mein
Shahadat-e-Hussain ka Zimmedar Kaun?
Masail-e-Hajj aur Ziyarat
Al-Siraj al-Kamil
Firqaon ki Tafseel.
Teachers
Among his notable teachers were:
Mufti Amjad Ali Azmi
Mufti Mohammad Mustafa Raza Khan
Shah Abdul Aziz Muradabadi
Allama Sardar Ahmad Qadri
Sanaullah Amjadi Azmi
Allama Ghulam Jilani Meerathi
Maulana Mohammad Suleman Bhagalpuri
Qari Usman Azmi
Spiritual teachings
He emphasized adherence to the Sunnah (traditions of the Islamic prophet Muhammad) and promoted a balanced understanding of Islam. He encouraged believers to seek knowledge, practice compassion, and maintain good character.
Death
He died on 11 May 2000, His burial took place in Madinatul Ulama, Ghosi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
