Mehmooda Akhtar
Wife of Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer and daughter of his distinguished teacher Shaykh-ul-Hadith Hafiz Muhammad Gondalvi. Highly educated with a distinguished academic background in Persian literature and education.
Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer — Official Biography, Books, Speeches & Archive
This is the official archive of Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer (also known as Allama Ehsan Ellahi Zaheer, Ehsan Ellahi Zaheer, and علامہ احسان الٰہی ظہیر). It preserves his biography, major scholarly works, speeches, and historical legacy.
Scholar • Orator • Author • Da'wah Leader
Allamah Ehsan Ellahi Zaheer was a distinguished Islamic scholar, author, orator, and caller to truth whose life was devoted to knowledge, da'wah, and the defence of orthodox belief.
Allamah Ehsan Ellahi Zaheer was a distinguished Islamic scholar, author, orator, and caller to truth whose life was devoted to knowledge, da'wah, and the defence of orthodox belief. Born in Sialkot in 1945, educated in Pakistan and Madinah, and renowned across the Muslim world for his scholarship, writings, courage, and public speaking, he left behind a legacy that continues to inspire generations.
A life of knowledge, courage, service, and legacy.
PRESENTED BY
سمیرہ مدنی بنت علامہ احسان الہی ظہیر
Contributions • Pakistan • The Ummah
Work for Pakistan
& the Ummah
His scholarship, da'wah, courage, and public service left a lasting mark on Pakistan and the wider Muslim world.
01
Scholarly Leadership
He was a distinguished Islamic scholar educated in Pakistan and Madinah.
02
Public Da'wah and Oratory
He was one of the most powerful public speakers of his time.
03
Defence of Orthodox Belief
He devoted his life to defending orthodox Sunni belief and refuting deviant sects.
04
Service to Pakistan
He travelled across Pakistan and strengthened religious and public awareness.
05
Global Da'wah Efforts
His influence extended beyond Pakistan through international lectures.
06
Courage, Sacrifice, and Legacy
He remained firm despite threats and became a symbol of courage and conviction.
01
Scholarly Leadership
He was a distinguished Islamic scholar educated in Pakistan and Madinah.
02
Public Da'wah and Oratory
He was one of the most powerful public speakers of his time.
03
Defence of Orthodox Belief
He devoted his life to defending orthodox Sunni belief and refuting deviant sects.
04
Service to Pakistan
He travelled across Pakistan and strengthened religious and public awareness.
05
Global Da'wah Efforts
His influence extended beyond Pakistan through international lectures.
06
Courage, Sacrifice, and Legacy
He remained firm despite threats and became a symbol of courage and conviction.
Scholarly Formation
EDUCATIONAL
JOURNEY
From Qur'an memorization in Sialkot to advanced studies in Madinah and Punjab University.
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Hifz al-Qur'an
He memorized the Qur'an in Sialkot at Madrasah Dar al-Ulum ash-Shihabiyah.
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Early Islamic Studies
He continued his early religious education at al-Jamiyah al-Islamiyah, Gujranwala.
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Advanced Dars-e-Nizami
He later studied at Jamia Salafiyyah, Faisalabad, where his formal Islamic education advanced further.
04
Higher Studies in Madinah
He went on to study at the Islamic University of Madinah, especially in Shariah / Islamic law.
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University Degrees
He also earned advanced degrees from Punjab University, especially in Arabic, Islamic Studies, Urdu, and Persian.
01
Hifz al-Qur'an
He memorized the Qur'an in Sialkot at Madrasah Dar al-Ulum ash-Shihabiyah.
02
Early Islamic Studies
He continued his early religious education at al-Jamiyah al-Islamiyah, Gujranwala.
03
Advanced Dars-e-Nizami
He later studied at Jamia Salafiyyah, Faisalabad, where his formal Islamic education advanced further.
04
Higher Studies in Madinah
He went on to study at the Islamic University of Madinah, especially in Shariah / Islamic law.
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University Degrees
He also earned advanced degrees from Punjab University, especially in Arabic, Islamic Studies, Urdu, and Persian.
Distinguished Teachers
Some of His Distinguished Teachers
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Teachers in Pakistan
Among his teachers was Shaykh-ul-Hadith Abul-Barkat Ahmad. These names are mainly preserved in later biographical accounts.
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Teachers in Madinah
He studied under major scholars including Shaykh Nasir al-Din al-Albani, Imam Abd al-Aziz Ibn Baz, Shaykh Muhammad Ameen al-Shanqeeti, Shaykh Abd al-Muhsin al-Abbad, and Shaykh-ul-Hadith Hafiz Muhammad Gondalvi. These teacher lists are also reported in later biographies.
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More Distinguished Teachers
His scholarly training is also linked with Shaykh Abd al-Qadir Shaybat al-Hamd and Shaykh Atiyyah Muhammad Salim, showing the depth of his academic foundation.
Immediate Family • Record
Family
A visual record of his immediate family, presented with dignity, simplicity, and respect.
Wife
Sons
Daughters
Grandparents — Father's Side
Sheikh Zahoor Ellahi
Paternal grandfather of Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer, from whose lineage the family name Zaheer descends.
Noor Fatima
Paternal grandmother of Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer.
Grandparents — Mother's Side
Hafiz Muhammad Ghondhalwi
Maternal grandfather of Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer. A distinguished Muhaddith and scholar of Hadith who taught at Madina University.
Amatullah
Maternal grandmother of Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer.
Historical Record • 1987
Cause of Death
A factual account of the events of 23 March 1987 and their consequence, preserved with dignity and historical accuracy.
Account of Events
Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer passed away from the severe injuries he sustained in a bomb blast during a public address in Lahore on 23 March 1987.
What began as a gathering for religious guidance and public discourse was suddenly overshadowed by tragedy when the explosion struck while he was speaking. Critically wounded in the attack, he was given medical treatment before being transferred to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for further care.
Despite every effort to save him, he did not recover from the extent of his injuries and passed away on 30 March 1987. His death marked not only the loss of a distinguished scholar and speaker, but also the silencing of a voice that remained devoted to faith, knowledge, and public service until the very end.
Press Record
Lahore · 1987
Archival press record documenting the passing of Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer on 30 March 1987.
Cause of Death: The Full Story
Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer Ki Qabar Kahan Hai?
Daily Talk
Interview with Abdul Malik Mujahid on the resting place of Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer in Jannat ul Baqi.
Allama Ehsan Ellahi Zaheer Ki Shahadat Ka Waqia
Falah Media
A firsthand account of the martyrdom of Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer, narrated by Allama Attaullah Bandyalvi.
Qiamat Ka Din — Allama Ehsan Ilahi Zaheer Shaheed
Hum Muhammadi Hain
A powerful address by Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer Shaheed, preserved in the historical record.
Hadsa Lahore: Qabar Jannat ul Baqi Main
Paigham TV Official
The journey from the Lahore tragedy to the burial of Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer in Jannat ul Baqi.
Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer Ki Shahadat Ka Waqia
Eman Media
A moving account narrated by Syed Sabtain Shah Naqvi on the shahadat of Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer.
Allama Shaheed Ki Dua Ka Waqia
Allama Ibtisam Elahi Zaheer
A personal account by the son of Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer about his father's last prayer and departure.
Published Works • Archive
Books
A curated archive of published works, presented for study, viewing, and preservation.
Bareilawis - History and Beliefs
Ehsan Ellahi Zaheer
Language·English
A study examining the background, beliefs, and doctrinal positions associated with Bareilawi thought.
Genesis and Evolution of Shia and Shia'ism
Ehsan Ellahi Zaheer
Language·English
A work exploring the historical roots, development, and theological evolution of Shia thought.
History and Evolution of Shi'ism
Ehsan Ellahi Zaheer
Language·English
An analytical study focused on the emergence, spread, and intellectual development of Shi'ism.
Qadiyaniat - An Analytical Survey
Ehsan Ellahi Zaheer
Language·English
A detailed critique and survey addressing the origins, claims, and doctrinal framework of Qadiyaniat.
Shi'ah wa Ahl al-Bayt
Ehsan Ellahi Zaheer
Language·English
A focused work discussing the relationship between Shi'ah claims and the position of Ahl al-Bayt.
Shia'ism and Sufism
Ehsan Ellahi Zaheer
Language·English
A comparative and critical study engaging with themes related to Shi'ism and Sufi thought.
Tera Naqsh-e-Qadam Dekhtay Hain
Ehsan Ellahi Zaheer
Language·Urdu
A reflective Urdu work presented for reading, preservation, and study.
Mirzaiyat Aur Islam : Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer
Ehsan Elahi Zaheer
Language·Urdu
An Urdu work by Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer critically examining Mirzaiyat and its doctrinal relationship with Islam.
Sufism: History and Realities
Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer
Language·English
This book discusses Tasawwuf (Sufism), its historical development, core beliefs, practices, and different ideas linked with it. Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer examines Sufism from a critical Islamic scholarly perspective, comparing its teachings and traditions with the Qur'an and Sunnah.
Baha'i Criticism And Analysis
Ehsan Elahi Zaheer
Language·English
This book is a critical study of the Baha'i faith, in which Ehsan Elahi Zaheer examines its origins, beliefs, scriptures, and historical background from an Islamic scholarly perspective.
The Response To Dr. Ali Abdel Wahed Wafi — Between The Shiites And The Sunnis
Ihsan Elahi Zaheer
Language·Arabic
A polemical rebuttal to Dr. Ali Abdel Wahed Wafi's work Between the Shiites and the Sunnis, responding from a Sunni Islamic perspective on Shia–Sunni theological and historical debates.
Media Archive • Speeches
Speeches
A curated media archive of speeches, lectures, and public addresses presented for viewing, listening, and preservation.
Last Khutba Juma — 20 March 1987 (Istiqamat)
Hafiz Abdul Quddus Shakir
The final Friday sermon of Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer, delivered on 20 March 1987 — three days before the Lahore tragedy. A historic and deeply moving address on steadfastness (Istiqamat).
Seerat-un-Nabi Lecture (1986) | Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer
Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer
A historic lecture on Seerat-un-Nabi delivered in 1986 by Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer.
Historic Speech | Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer (Shaheed-e-Millat)
Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer
A historic public speech by Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer, remembered for its impact and legacy.
Powerful Golden Words | Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer
Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer
A powerful address featuring the memorable and inspiring words of Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer.
Khatm-e-Nabuwwat Conference Speech | Chiniot
Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer
A conference speech delivered at Chiniot on the subject of Khatm-e-Nabuwwat.
Historic Address in Iraqi Assembly | Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer
Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer
A historic address delivered by Allama Ehsan Elahi Zaheer in the Iraqi Assembly.