In a world increasingly driven by material gain, the recent discourse between host Yasir Janjua and intellectual Zaryab Hashmi serves as a profound reminder of our spiritual origins. This detailed exploration deconstructs the layers of human existence, from the scientific vibrations of the Aura to the metaphysical heights of Ishq-e-Haqiqi (Divine Love).
The Uncharted Depths of Love
Love is often discussed, but rarely understood in its finality. Hashmi posits that love cannot be learned through intellectual study. He uses the metaphor of an ocean: while a scientist can measure the depth of water in meters, only the diver who feels the pressure of the deep and the risk of losing their breath truly understands what the ocean is. In the spiritual realm, this finality is known as Visal (The Union).
“While most people define themselves by their physical location—London, New York, or Islamabad—the true lover resides in a state of Visal. Love is not a journey to be completed; it is a permanent residence of the soul.”
From a Shia Islamic perspective, this union is exemplified by the devotion to the Ahlulbayt (a.s). It is a stage where the seeker no longer sees themselves as an independent entity but as a reflection of the Beloved’s will.
Marifat-e-Khaliq: The Ultimate Recognition
The core objective of human life is Marifat-e-Khaliq—knowing the Creator. Hashmi explains that once a person recognizes God, they achieve Irfan (Spiritual Wisdom). This leads to Kashf (Divine Unveiling), a state where the physical world becomes transparent, and the Divine presence becomes visible in every atom.
He cites the historical example of Rabia Basri and Mansoor Hallaj. These individuals had “cleansed the mirror of their hearts” so thoroughly that they could see the true spiritual form of people. To a Qalandar (a free-spirited saint), an individual’s internal character might manifest as a specific animal form if they have allowed their lower desires to rule them.
Life as a Backstage Preparation
Zaryab Hashmi introduces a unique way to view our daily lives through his poem, “Mera Agla Tamasha” (My Next Performance). He argues that we are currently “backstage.” This world is not the main event; it is the rehearsal room. The curtain rises only at the moment of death, where we step onto the stage before an audience consisting of the Creator and the celestial assembly.
- Superficial Rehearsals: Awards like the Oscars or Filmfare are mere shadows of the true recognition that occurs in the heavens.
- True Celebrities: The real stars are those mentioned in the Ashra Mubashra and those who stood by the truth in the plains of Karbala.
- Eternal Audience: We must wake up every day with the realization that a Divine audience is already watching our “backstage” behavior.
The Science and Spirit of the Human Aura
A major highlight of the discussion was the concept of the Human Aura. Hashmi bridges the gap between science and spirituality by explaining that the human body is a masterpiece of electrical and chemical engineering.
Our brain’s neurons operate like tiny light bulbs, generating electromagnetic waves. These waves do not stop at the skin; they extend outward, creating a measurable magnetic field. This is the Aura. While technology like infrared cameras can detect the “heat” version of this, the spiritual version is dictated by Niyat (Intent).
The Law of Attraction: A person with a “giving” nature generates a positive charge that attracts peace and light. A person driven by vengeance, greed, or “Bad-Niyati” generates a negative vibration that repels pure souls.
The Sadness of Migration (Good Depression)
Many people report feeling a deep, unexplained sadness after engaging in spiritual topics. Hashmi identifies this as the “Sadness of the Exile.” Humans are essentially Aliens on Earth. Our forefather, Prophet Adam (a.s), was sent here from Paradise. Therefore, the soul feels “homesick.”
He defines this as a “Good Depression.” Unlike clinical depression, this state brings one closer to the Khaliq (Creator). In times of joy, man often forgets his origin, but in the “sadness of migration,” he is forced to seek comfort in the only One who can handle the weight of the soul: Allah (SWT).
Purification and the Path of “Faqr”
Humans are created from “wet clay,” but over time, our ego and worldly attachments dry up that clay into “dust” or “smoke” (Gubaar). This dust hides the soul. The path of Faqr (Spiritual Poverty) is the process of washing away this dust. As taught by the Ahlulbayt (a.s), true wealth is the absence of worldly desire. When the dust is washed away, the soul becomes invisible to worldly greed but shines brightly in the Divine realm.
Conclusion: Hidden Prostrations
The dialogue concludes with a powerful poetic reminder about the nature of worship. True Sajda (Prostration) is that which is done in the secrecy of the heart, away from the eyes of people who are “addicted to showing off.”
“Sajday chupa kay hotay hain… Log aadi riya kay hotay hain.” (True prostrations are done in secret… for people are usually accustomed to showing off.)
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