Sequence of Giaravish Sharif

 

Giyarvi Sharif is a monthly spiritual Milad gathering held in remembrance of the esteemed saint of Islam, Hazrat Ghaus-e-Azam Abdul Qadir Jilani (RA). It is usually observed on the 11th day of the Arabic (Islamic) month—hence the name "Giyarvi" (meaning "eleventh"). This worship-based event is especially prevalent among followers of the Sufi tradition and is considered highly blessed.

Below is a complete and commonly practiced tarteeb (procedure) for performing Giyarvi Sharif:

1. Intention (Niyyah)

Begin with a heartfelt intention: "I am reciting Giyarvi Sharif on the occasion of the Urs Sharif of Hazrat Abdul Qadir Jilani (RA) for the pleasure of Allah."

2. Recitation of Durood Sharif

Send salutations upon the beloved Prophet Muhammad (SAW). Usually, Durood Ibrahim or Durood Taj is recited 11 times.

3. Giyarvi Sharif Recitation

Start by reciting Durood Taj Sharif, then recite each of the following tasbihs or duas 11 times:

1. Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim
2. Astaghfirullah (complete)
3. Durood Sharif
4. Surah Al-Fatiha
5. Surah Al-Ikhlas
6. As-Salatu was-Salamu ‘Alaika Ya RasoolAllah
7. As-Salatu was-Salamu ‘Alaika Ya HabibAllah
8. La Ilaha Illallah
9. Illallah
10. Allahu
11. Allah
12. Huwallah
13. Hu
14. Huwallazee La Ilaha Illa Hu
15. Allahu La Ilaha Illa Hu
16. La Ilaha Illa Hu
17. Antal Hadi Antal Haqq La Hadi Illa Hu
18. Ya Baqi Antal Baqi
19. Ya Kafi Antal Kafi
20. Ya Shafi Antash Shafi
21. Ya Hadi Antal Hadi
22. Hasbi Rabbi Jalla Allah
23. Ma Fi Qalbi Ghairullah
24. Noor Muhammad Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam
25. La Ma’buda Illallah
26. La Mawjuda Illallah
27. La Maqsooda Illallah
28. Huwal Musabbirul Muheetu Allah
29. Ya Hayyu Ya Qayyum
30. As-Salatu was-Salamu ‘Alaika Ya RasoolAllah
31. As-Salatu was-Salamu ‘Alaika Ya HabibAllah
32. Ya Shaykh Sayyid Sultan Abdul Qadir Jilani Shay’an Lillah
33. Fasahhil Ya Ilahi Kulla Su’ubatin Bi Hurmat Sayyidil Abrar, Sahhil Bi Fadlik Ya Aziz
34. Durood Sharif – 11 times again
35. Recitation of Qasida Ghausia Sharif (complete)
36. Recitation of Milad Sharif
37. Zikr Sharif:

• La Ilaha Illallah – 100 times
• Illallah – 100 times
• Allahu – 100 times

38. Recitation of Shajra Sharif
39. Final Supplication (Munajat)
40. Distribution of Tabarruk (blessed food)

Offer all these recitations as a hadiah (gift) to the soul of Ghaus-e-Azam (RA) and all the saints (awliya).

4. Special Duas and Virtues of Giyarvi Sharif

Certain special Arabic and Persian invocations are included, such as:

"Nadhran Lillahi Ta'ala wa Isala Sawabili Ruhi Sayyidinal Ghawthil Azam Abdul Qadir Jilani (RA)..."
This part declares that the rewards of the recitations and worship are being sent as a gift to the soul of Ghaus-e-Azam (RA).

5. Reciting Special Qalam and Milad

• Special manzils or qasidas dedicated to Ghaus-e-Pak are recited.
• Excerpts from his biography may be shared.
• Milad-un-Nabi can also be recited.

6. Collective Du'a and Supplication

Finally, raise hands in supplication asking Allah for forgiveness, blessings, and mercy.

7. Distribution of Tabarruk

Conclude the gathering by distributing food or sweets (tabarruk) among the participants.

Virtues of Giyarvi Sharif

• Acts as a means of self-purification
• Fosters a spiritual connection with Ghaus-e-Azam (RA)
• Removes hardships and calamities
• Opens the doors to divine mercy and blessings

Conclusion

Giyarvi Sharif is not merely a religious ritual—it is a spiritual practice that brings individuals closer to the love of Allah, reverence for the saints, and the path of inner purification. When performed with sincerity and proper procedure, it brings benefit both in this world and the Hereafter.