Followers flock to honour the truthful Saint Abdul Qadir Jilani

AFP Published September 11, 2015
In this photograph taken on September 10, 2015, devotees carry a symbolic paper boats, offerings to Saint Syed Abdul Qadir Jilaniir Jilani, as a way of giving thanks after their desire to give birth to a son was fulfilled, into the water during an annual ceremony on the banks of the River Ravi in Lahore. — AFP
In this photograph taken on September 10, 2015, devotees carry a symbolic paper boats, offerings to Saint Syed Abdul Qadir Jilaniir Jilani, as a way of giving thanks after their desire to give birth to a son was fulfilled, into the water during an annual ceremony on the banks of the River Ravi in Lahore. — AFP
In this photograph taken on September 10, 2015, devotees prepare to drop symbolic paper boats, offerings to Saint Syed Abdul Qadir Jilaniir Jilani, as a way of giving thanks after their desire to give birth to a son was fulfilled, into the water during an annual ceremony on the banks of the River Ravi in Lahore. — AFP
In this photograph taken on September 10, 2015, devotees prepare to drop symbolic paper boats, offerings to Saint Syed Abdul Qadir Jilaniir Jilani, as a way of giving thanks after their desire to give birth to a son was fulfilled, into the water during an annual ceremony on the banks of the River Ravi in Lahore. — AFP
In this photograph taken on September 10, 2015, devotees drop symbolic paper boats, offerings to Islamic Saint Syed Abdul Qadir Jilaniir Jilani, as a way of giving thanks after their desire to give birth to a son was fulfilled, into the water during an annual ceremony on the banks of the River Ravi in Lahore.— AFP
In this photograph taken on September 10, 2015, devotees drop symbolic paper boats, offerings to Islamic Saint Syed Abdul Qadir Jilaniir Jilani, as a way of giving thanks after their desire to give birth to a son was fulfilled, into the water during an annual ceremony on the banks of the River Ravi in Lahore.— AFP
In this photograph taken on September 10, 2015, devotees drop symbolic paper boats, offerings to Islamic Saint Syed Abdul Qadir Jilaniir Jilani, as a way of giving thanks after their desire to give birth to a son was fulfilled, into the water during an annual ceremony on the banks of the River Ravi in Lahore.— AFP
In this photograph taken on September 10, 2015, devotees drop symbolic paper boats, offerings to Islamic Saint Syed Abdul Qadir Jilaniir Jilani, as a way of giving thanks after their desire to give birth to a son was fulfilled, into the water during an annual ceremony on the banks of the River Ravi in Lahore.— AFP
In this photograph taken on September 10, 2015, devotees drop symbolic paper boats, offerings to Islamic Saint Syed Abdul Qadir Jilaniir Jilani, as a way of giving thanks after their desire to give birth to a son was fulfilled, into the water during an annual ceremony on the banks of the River Ravi in Lahore.— AFP
In this photograph taken on September 10, 2015, devotees drop symbolic paper boats, offerings to Islamic Saint Syed Abdul Qadir Jilaniir Jilani, as a way of giving thanks after their desire to give birth to a son was fulfilled, into the water during an annual ceremony on the banks of the River Ravi in Lahore.— AFP
In this photograph taken on September 10, 2015, devotees prepare to drop symbolic paper boats, offerings to Saint Syed Abdul Qadir Jilaniir Jilani, as a way of giving thanks after their desire to give birth to a son was fulfilled, into the water during an annual ceremony on the banks of the River Ravi in Lahore. — AFP
In this photograph taken on September 10, 2015, devotees prepare to drop symbolic paper boats, offerings to Saint Syed Abdul Qadir Jilaniir Jilani, as a way of giving thanks after their desire to give birth to a son was fulfilled, into the water during an annual ceremony on the banks of the River Ravi in Lahore. — AFP
In this photograph taken on September 10, 2015, devotees drop symbolic paper boats, offerings to Islamic Saint Syed Abdul Qadir Jilaniir Jilani, as a way of giving thanks after their desire to give birth to a son was fulfilled, into the water during an annual ceremony on the banks of the River Ravi in Lahore.— AFP
In this photograph taken on September 10, 2015, devotees drop symbolic paper boats, offerings to Islamic Saint Syed Abdul Qadir Jilaniir Jilani, as a way of giving thanks after their desire to give birth to a son was fulfilled, into the water during an annual ceremony on the banks of the River Ravi in Lahore.— AFP
In this photograph taken on September 10, 2015, a devotee carries a symbolic paper boat, an offering to Saint Syed Abdul Qadir Jilani, as a way of giving thanks after their desire to give birth to a son was fulfilled before dropping it into the water during an annual ceremony on the banks of the River Ravi in Lahore. — AFP
In this photograph taken on September 10, 2015, a devotee carries a symbolic paper boat, an offering to Saint Syed Abdul Qadir Jilani, as a way of giving thanks after their desire to give birth to a son was fulfilled before dropping it into the water during an annual ceremony on the banks of the River Ravi in Lahore. — AFP
In this photograph taken on September 10, 2015, devotees drop symbolic paper boats, offerings to Islamic Saint Syed Abdul Qadir Jilaniir Jilani, as a way of giving thanks after their desire to give birth to a son was fulfilled, into the water during an annual ceremony on the banks of the River Ravi in Lahore.— AFP
In this photograph taken on September 10, 2015, devotees drop symbolic paper boats, offerings to Islamic Saint Syed Abdul Qadir Jilaniir Jilani, as a way of giving thanks after their desire to give birth to a son was fulfilled, into the water during an annual ceremony on the banks of the River Ravi in Lahore.— AFP

An annual ceremony to commemorate a centuries-old tale, that Syed Abdul Qadir Jilani raised a sunken ship carrying a wedding party, at the pleading of the groom's mother, saving all the occupants was observed on Thursday along the banks of Lahore's River Ravi.

Devotees drop symbolic paper boats, as offerings to Saint Jilani, as a way of giving thanks after their desire to give birth to a son is fulfilled.

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Ati Khan
Sep 11, 2015 08:16pm
Nice pictures, but silly tradition.
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iqbal carrim
Sep 12, 2015 11:07am
One of the many non Islamic heritages in Asia and Africa which pervert the simple,beautiful teachings of Islam.
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sarfras
Sep 12, 2015 11:39am
Unfortunate.
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Peace
Sep 12, 2015 12:25pm
Let's not judge others. Live and let live. I respect this tradition of theirs as I respect all. Love to all Malice to non. May he judge who is the Judge(Waqeeloo) and not us before we judge ourselves and are judged.
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SJ
Sep 12, 2015 05:47pm
@Ati Khan why can't we just let people do whatever makes them happy without judging them. Their beliefs don't do any harm to you so please don't stress yourself too much.
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Azhar
Sep 12, 2015 06:04pm
This is all a saint did? Let's focus on his teachings- he was a model of tolerance, b he served to those who are grieving, he was a hope of symbol, and he lived on dry piece of bread. Prayers can save a sinking boat, and can heal those who suffered a death, however, once death is called on a soul then rest is a story.
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imtiaz
Sep 12, 2015 09:48pm
@Azhar "death is called upon a soul". Really?? Shows your ignorance. The soul never dies it is the body that experiences death. Do some research. Btw I agree to your comments regarding application of the saints teachings to daily life.
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M.Saeed
Sep 13, 2015 12:41am
Illiteracy without bounds !
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Tariq, Lahore
Sep 13, 2015 12:59am
Colourful pageant!
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haider
Sep 13, 2015 09:08am
Do not judge others enjoy the human love and his efforts to interact with the Spirit.
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Adil
Sep 13, 2015 11:25am
South Asia is one those geographical areas full of colourfull cultures and traditions that prevail for thousands of years.
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Dr.Cajetan Coelho
Sep 13, 2015 11:30am
Saints, holy men and holy women bring people of goodwill together in praise and thanksgiving. Long live the memory of Saint Syed Abdul Qadir Jilaniir Jilani.
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ahsan
Sep 14, 2015 03:43am
such a beautiful festival. We have a rich cultural history and such festival should be encouraged as these help preserve and extend our cultural diversity. These holy saints are our most treasured asset.
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Saif
Sep 14, 2015 04:36am
@sarfras ...so is your comment...unfortunate.
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Changez_Khan
Sep 14, 2015 04:31pm
Stone age silly traditions continue ... people will never learn, that's why Government should concentrate on education.
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Danish
Sep 14, 2015 04:57pm
Self invented religious activity.
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Common Man
Sep 14, 2015 05:19pm
you have love with your child and you celebrate his/her birth days on the face book, even you do not know what good or evil he/she will become in the future. But if some people are showing their love to a definite good person, what is the reason to become ablaze? what a "stone heart" and (self made) stamped of "being Islamic". Be polite and cool minded & do not think only i am on the right path!
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