Abu Hafs Amr Haddad Explained
Abu Hafs 'Amr ibn Salama al-Haddad, commonly known as Abu Hafs Amr Haddad, was a sufi and blacksmith from Nishapur. He lived during the 9th century and passed away in 879 AD. His profession as a blacksmith earned him the title "al-Haddad," which means "the blacksmith."[1] [2] [3] [4]
Spiritual journey and encounters
Abu Hafs Amr Haddad's spiritual journey began in earnest after an encounter with a Jew who converted him to Sufism.[5] [6] He subsequently visited Baghdad, where he encountered several notable mystics of the Baghdad school, including Junayd of Baghdad and Abu Bakr al-Shibli.[1] [3]
Relationship with Al-Junaid and other mystics
During his time in Baghdad, Abu Hafs met and earned the admiration of al-Junaid, one of the most prominent Sufi scholars of the time. Al-Junaid was impressed by Abu Hafs's devotion and spiritual practices.[1] [2] [3] [7] Abu Hafs also encountered other mystics, such as al-Shebli, further enriching his spiritual experience.[1] [8]
Return to Nishapur
After his time in Baghdad, Abu Hafs returned to Nishapur. There, he continued his spiritual practices and teachings, leaving a lasting impact on the local Sufi community. His eloquence in Arabic and his deep spiritual insights amazed his fellow Sufis.[9] [10] [11] [12]
Death
Abu Hafs Amr Haddad passed away in 879 AD.[13]
Notes and References
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- Book: Rizvi, Saiyid Athar Abbas. A History of Sufism in India: Early Sufism and its history in India to 1600 A.D. November 16, 1978. Munshiram Manoharlal. Google Books.
- Book: Abdel-Kader, Dr Ali Hassan. Imam Al-Junaid Al-Baghdadi Pemimpin Kaum Sufi. DIVA PRESS. 978-602-391-553-8 . Google Books.
- Book: Kalābādhī, Muḥammad ibn Ibrāhīm. The Doctrine of Sufis: Translated from the Arabic of Abu Bakr Al-Kalabadhi. August 26, 1977. CUP Archive. 978-0-521-29218-4 . Google Books.
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