Abdul-Qadir Gilani
Sayyid Alavi followed the Ba'alawi Thareeqath, sub-branch of Quadriya Thareeqath, related to the saint Abdul-Qadir Gilani. He was recognized as Qutub Zaman (leader of Vali's, saint of the century) by Sunni Islam. He suggested spiritual treatment for his disciples as well as infidels that consulted him. He was consulted for personal and social issues and was considered the greatest leader on the horizon of the spiritual world. There was a huge crowd follower for this prodigy. He provided "elas" (chain consisted of some divine things).