Da'watul Haq

***Da'watul Haq*** () jẹ́ ìwé ìròyìn tí wọ́n ń tẹ̀ jáde ní ẹ̀ẹ̀mẹrin ọlọ́dún láti ọwọ́ Darul Uloom Deoband lábẹ́ alábòójútó  Muhammad Tayyib Qasmi láti ọdún 1965 sí 1975, èyí tí a fi *[[Al-Da'i]] t*ó tẹ̀le pààrọ̀ rẹ̀. a century following nító ṣe agbátẹrù àti ìdàgbàsókè rẹ̀, ó di ìbẹ̀rẹ̀ ìwé ìròyìn àpilẹ̀kọ Lárúbáwá ti ti shment of Darul Uloo attepẹ̀lú èrònǹgbà pé kí àwọn ènìyàn nímọ̀ nípa èdè Lárúbáwá ní sísọ láti ọ̀dọ̀ àwọn on. As global dynaàti láti tú ọ̀nà ìkẹ́kọ̀ọ́ wọn sí èdè Lárúbáwá. gnizÀfojúsùn ìwé ìròyìn náà ni láti gbé Ìsìlámù kalẹ̀ gẹ́gẹ́ bí ẹ̀sìn tí ìgbàgbọ́ rẹ̀ yàtọ̀ tí ó sì ṣe pàtàkì, láti tẹnu mọ fún àwọn ènìyàn pé Kùránì àti Ìsìlámù jẹ́ ìpìlẹ̀ àti Ìlọsíwájú fún ẹ̀sìn náà, kì í ṣe ìdíwọ́ towaBákan náà èròǹgbà wọn ni láti gbé rlẹ̀ India àti Lárúbáwá sókè nínú èdè Lárúbáwá àti Lítíréṣọ̀eratiÀwọn ọ̀mọ̀wé bí i  contributing to contempàti y Arabic literature tbẹ̀rẹ̀ ìrìn-àjò iṣẹ́-ọnà wọn pẹ̀lú àtẹ̀jáde yìí.adwi, the impetus for establishing the magazine arose from prevailing conditions. Wahiduzzaman Kairanawi, noting that Darul Uloom Deoband prioritized religious education, such as hadith and jurisprudence, over Arabic language and literature, recognized the need for such a magazine. Its inaugural edition materialized in January 1965, starting with 64 pages and subsequently expanding to 80 pages in the first issue of the ninth volume. The editorial bore the title *Afkar al-Khawatir*. Priced at one rupee annually, the magazine was printed by Wazir Hasan Mir Aazam Gadh Press. Its publication spanned ten years, culminating in April 1975. In June 1976, the magazine *[[Al-Da'i]]* was introduced.

## Thematic outlook
It covers a broad range of subjects, including religion, art, and literature. Featuring literary creations from Arab writers and intellectuals such as Mohammed al-Ghazali, Mustafa El-Rifai, and Yusuf al-Qaradawi, the magazine shares cultural news and updates about Darul Uloom Deoband. Known for its refined Arabic style, especially in the editorial *Bareed al-Mahallah*, the publication aims to raise awareness about Islamic practices, safeguard Islamic beliefs, promote the Arabic language and literature, and spread Islamic culture in the Indian subcontinent and the Arab world. Focusing on education, it showcases the lives and contributions of scholars at Darul Uloom Deoband and presents scientific and religious articles for Indian readers. Additionally, the magazine works to develop Arabic literary taste, encourage creativity, and uphold religious interests while promoting Islamic values globally. Sections like *Nafhat al-Sunnah* and *Tahreer* present commentary on the contemporary Islamic world, and the publication includes coverage of Darul Uloom Deoband's activities, literary pursuits in Al-Nadi Al-Adabi, and occasional articles on new publications, obituaries, and condolences. It maintains a stance of refraining from publishing advertisements.

## Academic approval
This magazine has received acclaim from scholars across various fields. Abdur Rahman of Jawaharlal Nehru University deems it a standout among 20th-century Indian Arabic-language magazines, achieving widespread recognition. Qamruzzaman from Aligarh Muslim University highlights its role in translating intellectual ideas from Darul Uloom Deoband, extending its influence beyond its origins. Farid Uddin Ahmed, a scholar at Cotton University, acknowledges its role to showcasing the expertise of Darul Uloom Deoband scholars. Ahmed Daisy of Gauhati University sees it as an asset in Arabic journalism, promoting Islamic teachings in the Indian Subcontinent. Zikrullah Arabi from Maulana Azad National Urdu University underscores its pioneering role in developing literary taste among Muslim youth. Sarwar Alam Nadwi of Aligarh Muslim University emphasizes its significance in defending Islam and promoting literary refinement. Anees Alangadan from Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala stresses the magazine's overarching goal of awakening the Islamic spirit and defending the religion against doubts and attacks, solidifying its position as a defender of Islamic teachings amidst challenges from critics.

## Cross-cultural views
It has received commendation from figures in the Islamic community. Muhammad Yahya al-Hashmi, the head of Jam'iyyat al-Buhuth al-'Ilmiyya in Aleppo, Syria, has acknowledged the publication for its content in deep Islamic articles. Abd al-Quddus al-Ansari, the founder of the Saudi magazine *Al-Manhal*, has expressed positive recognition for it. Abdul Halim al-Nadwi has highlighted the magazine's contributions to knowledge, religion, and the expression of correct beliefs, particularly benefiting the Indian Muslim community and the broader Islamic nation. Zubair Ahmad al-Farouqi has attributed the magazine for shaping a new structure in Darul Uloom Deoband and developing literary and scientific taste among students. Muhammad Isma'il al-Nadwi expressed hope for the magazine's ongoing contribution to conveying Islamic culture in India, emphasizing its impact on both subject and content.

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