Circles of Paradise

Question: What are the ‘circles of paradise’ as Prophet ﷺ described?

Shaykh AI:

B’ism Allah… Alhamdulillah, from the teachings of Mawlana Shaykh Nurjan Mirahmadi (QS), the ‘circles of paradise’ are described by Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as gatherings of dhikr (remembrance of Allah). The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said, “When you pass by the gardens of Paradise, avail yourselves of them.” When the Companions asked what the gardens of Paradise were, the Prophet ﷺ replied, “The circles of dhikr. There are roaming angels of Allah who go about looking for the circles of dhikr, and when they find them they surround them closely.” This indicates that the gatherings of dhikr are considered as circles of paradise.

In these circles of dhikr, the lights of Paradise descend, and Allah and His angels send blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The energy and frequency of the participants change, and their whole being begins to transform. These gatherings become a means of illumination and spiritual elevation.

It is important to note that the ‘circles of paradise’ are not limited to physical spaces but also include the spiritual gatherings where the remembrance of Allah and sending blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ take place. These gatherings are filled with the light and blessings of Paradise, and they serve as a source of peace, constancy, eternity, generosity, and beauty, as described in the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

May Allah bless us with the understanding and ability to partake in these blessed circles of paradise and benefit from their immense spiritual blessings. Ameen.

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