The global Muslim community is mourning the loss of a beloved scholar and leader, Mufti Abdun Nabi Hamidi, who passed away on Wednesday at the age of 58 has left a void that will be difficult to fill. News of his demise has elicited an outpouring of heartfelt tributes and condolences from various organizations and esteemed members of the Ulama.
Mufti Abdun Nabi Hamidi, known for his exemplary service and dedication to the way of Ala Hazrat Imam Ahmed Raza (RA), he held significant positions in several important institutions. As the Head of South Africa Dawate Islam and Jamiatul Madina, Mufti Hamidi played a vital role in shaping the minds of his students and following. During his lifetime he also served as the President of the Sunni Ulama Council Gauteng, Deputy President of the United Ulama Council of South Africa (UUCSA), and as the Imam of Sultan Bahu Masjid in Mayfair.
One of Mufti Hamidi’s notable achievements was the publication of Kanzul Imaan, an English translation of the Holy Quran that received widespread acclaim globally. His contributions and leadership will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
In light of his passing, heartfelt tributes have been pouring in from across the globe. Moulana Saleem Zalgoankir, President of the Sunni Ulama Council Cape, expressed his deep sorrow at the passing of Mufti Abdun Nabi Hamidi, emphasizing the significant role he played in promoting Sunniyat. The Sunni Ulama Council Cape had a longstanding relationship with Mufti Hamidi, dating back to the early 1990s.
Moulana Zalgoankir prayed for Allah to grant Mufti Hamidi the highest rank in Jannat-ul Firdaus and extended his condolences to the family and loved ones left behind. Similarly, Moulana Sayed Imraan Shah Ziyaee, Principal of CTIEC Zia ul Uloom, mourned the loss of a great Aalim, describing Mufti Hamidi as a dedicated servant of Islam.Reflecting on the visits made by Mufti Hamidi to CTIEC, He prayed for Allah to accept Mufti Hamidi’s years of service and to show mercy upon him in the afterlife. Mufti Sayed Haroon Al Azhari, President of the Cape Town Ulama Board, reminded the community of the inevitability of death and the trials that come with it, as he mentioned: “The results of our test are by Allah Alone. May Allah grant Mufti’s family, colleagues, and students Sabr. “Every soul must taste death. And We test you with evil and good as a trial, then to Us you will be returned” Hafez Moulana Ismail Hazarvi, Deputy Principal of Darul Uloom Pretoria, reflected on the profound impact that Mufti Hamidi had on the Islamic community. He described the passing of an Islamic scholar as the loss of a universe and praised Mufti Hamidi’s efforts in promoting the true creed of Ahlus Sunnah wal Jamaat. Moulana Hazarvi prayed for Allah to accept all of Mufti Hamidi’s Deeni services and reward him with the highest place in Jannatul Firdous.
Moulana Sayed Yusuf, President of the Sunni Ulama Council Gauteng, also paid tribute to Mufti Abdun Nabi Hamidi, highlighting his significant work and contributions to the Sunni community. He recognized Mufti Hamidi’s role as the first president of the Sunni Ulama Council of Gauteng and his valuable contributions to the broader SunniMoulana Sayed Yusuf, President of the Sunni Ulama Council Gauteng, also paid tribute to Mufti Abdun Nabi Hamidi, highlighting his significant work and contributions to the Sunni community. He recognized Mufti Hamidi’s role as the first president of the Sunni Ulama Council of Gauteng and his valuable contributions to the broader Sunni community during his tenure as one of the Deputy Presidents of the United Ulama Council South Africa (UUCSA).
Messages of condolences have also been shared internationally by organizations such as Habibia Soofie Darbaar Riverside, Aleemia Masjid, Masjid Jaane Rehmat, Saaberie Chishty Society, and Darul Uloom Qadria Ghareeb Nawaaz, underscoring the profound impact Mufti Hamidi had on the global
Muslim community.
Mufti Abdun Nabi Hamidi will be laid to rest at the Laudium Cemetery on Thursday, with family, friends, and followers expected to gather to bid a final farewell to a man who touched the lives of many with his guidance. As the world mourns the loss of Mufti Abdun Nabi Hamidi, may his legacy continue to inspire future generations and may he be granted the highest ranks in Jannatul Firdous.
-By: Sayed Ridhwaan
DEMISE OF THE LION OF THE AHLE SUNNAH MUFTI ABDUN NABI HAMIDI
All Praise is due to the Almighty, Durood and Salaam be upon the Beloved Habeeb of Allah and upon the blessed family and companions of Sayyiduna Rasoolullahs.
Sunni Ulama Board South Africa notes with great sadness the passing of an esteemed personality, a great scholar, the Lion of the Ahle Sunnah, the translator of Kanzul Imaan, Mufassir-e-Qur’an, Ustazul- Ulama, Mufti-e Azam South Africa, Hazrat Allamah Maulana Mufti Abdun Nabi Hamidi Saheb Qibla (Alaihir Rahmah), who was also a very active and senior member of the Executive Committee of SUBSA.
Hazrat served the Deen with sincerity and passion and did an immense amount of work for the benefit of the Ahle Sunnah Wal Jama’ah and for the propagation of Maslak-e A’la Hazrat. He was the teacher of hundreds of scholars, he authored and translated many books, and tirelessly served the Deen of Allah Ta’ala, travelling to many parts of the world to deliver his powerful lectures. This is indeed a great loss for the Ahle Sunnah. SUBSA extends its deepest sympathy to his family, contemporaries, students, friends and colleagues.
May the Almighty grant him forgiveness, elevate his status, bless him with the exalted company of Sayyiduna Rasoolullah in Jannah and may his entire family be blessed with patience, perseverance and a great reward for their patience.
–Sunni Ulama Board South Africa
