Mahdavia Association of North America

M.A.N.A · Dairah · Est. Chicago

بِسْمِ اللهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيْمِ

لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا اللهُ مُحَمَّدٌ رَسُولُ اللهِ

اَللهُ إِلٰهُنَا مُحَمَّدٌ نَبِيُّنَا

اَلْقُرْآنُ وَالْمَهْدِيُّ إِمَامُنَا آمَنَّا وَصَدَّقْنَا

2600 W Peterson Ave, Chicago, IL 60659, USA

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اللهُ أَكْبَر ✦ Mahdavia Association ✦ لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا اللّٰه ✦ Dairah of North America ✦ مُحَمَّدٌ رَسُولُ اللّٰه ✦ Chicago, Illinois ✦ اللهُ أَكْبَر ✦ Mahdavia Association ✦ لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا اللّٰه ✦ Dairah of North America ✦ مُحَمَّدٌ رَسُولُ اللّٰه ✦ Chicago, Illinois ✦

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Faith & Identity

Who Are the Mahdavis?

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The Mahdavia Community

The Mahdavis are a devout Muslim community who believe in Syed Muhammad Jaunpuri (born 847 AH / 1443 CE in Jaunpur, India) as the Promised Mahdi — the divinely guided leader foretold in Islamic prophecy. Deeply rooted in the Quran and Sunnah, the Mahdavia movement emerged in 15th-century India and spread across the subcontinent, emphasizing spiritual purification, renunciation of the world, and complete surrender to the will of Allah.

The community is known for its disciplined lifestyle of Zikr (remembrance of Allah), communal prayer, and adherence to the principles established by Imamuna Mahdi Mau'ood. The Dairah — a communal gathering place — serves as the spiritual and social center of every Mahdavi settlement.

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Imam Mahdi Mau'ood

Syed Muhammad Jaunpuri, known as Imamuna (Our Imam), declared his Mahdiat in 901 AH (1496 CE) in Mecca during Hajj. His life was a testament to unwavering faith, extraordinary piety, and tireless devotion to spreading the message of Islam in its purest form.

Born into a noble Syed family, Imamuna spent his life traveling across the Indian subcontinent — Gujarat, Sindh, Afghanistan, and beyond — establishing communities of believers dedicated to Allah's remembrance. He departed from this world in 910 AH (1505 CE) in Farah, Afghanistan, leaving behind a profound spiritual legacy that continues to inspire millions.

His title "Al-Mahdi Al-Mau'ood" (The Promised Guided One) reflects the belief that he was the fulfillment of prophetic traditions regarding the Mahdi who would come before the Day of Judgment to revive the true spirit of Islam.

Spiritual Guidance

Important Teachings of Imamuna

Tark-e-Duniya — Renunciation of the World

The foremost teaching of Imamuna is the complete renunciation of worldly desires. True believers must detach their hearts from material possessions, wealth, and status, turning wholly toward Allah. This is not mere poverty but a spiritual state where the heart remains free.

Dawam-e-Zikr — Perpetual Remembrance

Imamuna emphasized Dawam-e-Zikr — the continuous, unceasing remembrance of Allah in every moment of life. The tongue, heart, and soul must remain engaged in "Allah Hu" at all times, whether walking, eating, or sleeping.

Yaqeen — Absolute Certainty of Faith

Imamuna taught that Yaqeen (certainty) is the highest station of faith. A Mahdavi must have unwavering certainty in Allah's existence, His promises, and His ultimate authority over all creation — leaving no room for doubt or hesitation.

Maiyyat — Being in Allah's Company

The concept of Maiyyat refers to the spiritual awareness of Allah's constant presence. Imamuna guided his followers to live with the consciousness that Allah is always watching, always near — transforming every action into an act of worship.

Kasb-e-Halal — Earning Lawful Sustenance

Earning one's livelihood through permissible means is a sacred duty. Imamuna stressed that the community must eat only from halal earnings, as the spiritual state of a person is directly affected by what enters the body and home.

Sohbat — Blessed Company of the Faithful

Imamuna placed immense value on the company of righteous believers. Living and worshipping together in a Dairah purifies the soul, strengthens faith, and creates a community of mutual spiritual support and accountability.

Sacred Practice

The Importance of Dugana

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Dugana — meaning "two rak'aat prayer" — holds a uniquely elevated status in the Mahdavia tradition. Imamuna Mahdi Mau'ood emphasized the Dugana as a foundational pillar of the believer's daily spiritual practice, far beyond its outward simplicity.

"The Dugana is the spiritual armor of the Mahdavi. Through it, the servant connects directly with the Divine, renewing the covenant of faith with every bow and prostration."

The Dugana is not merely a two-unit prayer — it is a moment of complete spiritual presence, performed with the full awareness of Allah's nearness. Imamuna taught his companions to offer Dugana at every opportunity: at dawn before Fajr, during the blessed hours of the night, and whenever the heart seeks closeness to Allah.

In Mahdavi tradition, the Dugana carries special spiritual merit when performed in the Dairah — the communal space of worship — as the collective spiritual energy of the gathering amplifies the sincerity and focus of each individual's prayer.

Imamuna himself was known to offer dozens of Duganas daily, setting the example of a life immersed in perpetual worship. The community follows this Sunnah of their Imam, treating each Dugana as a sacred meeting with the Creator.

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Mahdavia Association of North America
(M.A.N.A) — Dairah

🌟 Founded by:
Hz Peer wo Murshid Miyan Abulfatah
Syed Nusrat Sahab Qibla Tashreefullahi RA

📍 Address:
2600 W Peterson Ave
Chicago, IL 60659, USA

📞 Contact Details:
Hz Peer wo Murshid Shah Noor Mohammed Tashreefullahi
773-981-2786

Janab Syed Mubashir Hussain
773-749-3523

Janab Syed Dilawar Ilyas
773-317-9292

🌙 Dairah Hours:
Open daily for all five prayers
Special programs during Islamic months