Q # 9- What is the status of a saint?

Ans: We are sorry to point out that in modern times, like prayer and fast, status of a saint and swearing allegiance have also become usual formalities. There are many who swear allegiance, though their lives have all through been full of vices, in the hope that they will be forgiven on the days of resurrection by coming under the fluttering flags of their Pirs. This belief is erroneous and wrong. They should know that Pirs will not be able to seek pardon for anybody. He himself will be worried about his own salvation. The recommendation of the Holy Prophet is certainly true but is it sensible to spend the whole life in evil pursuits and commit sins knowingly and not to do virtuous acts in the hope of recommendations? Allah says that none will be able to recommend any body unless I order for it.

Q # 10-Who should be a seeker and for what purpose?

Ans: There are people who swear allegiance so that when they attain sainthood they would lead a rich life of pomp and will come in abundance, there will be excess of wealth or they will be able to turn earth into gold by charm and will have control over life and death. Also they will enjoy universal respect etc. Such persons should bear in mind that sainthood and office of a saint are servitude and devotion and not grandeur and magnificence and pride. And to attain ranks and dignities and treasure through sainthood is simply the worldly way of life and is not the adoration of Allah. Such persons achieve and attain nothing at all.