اسسٹنٹ پروفیسر شعبہ سرائیکی دی اسلامیہ یونیورسٹی آف بہاولپور

Dr. Tahir Taunsvi as a Scholar of Farid Studies (A Research Review)

Abstract

This writing explores the rich and ancient heritage of Siraiki poetic literature, tracing its origins from early works like the "Noor Naama" by Hazrat Mullan is the master piece of the classical golden era. It highlights the towering contributions of master poets, focusing primarily on the legendary Sufi poet Hazrat Khawaja Ghulam Farid. Khawaja Fareed's timeless kafis remain deeply relevant today, offering a universal message of love, peace and spiritual enlightenment that transcends regional boundaries. Furthermore, the text details the evolution of Fareediyat (research and criticism on Khawaja Farid), acknowledging the immense scholarly efforts of prominent intellectuals and researchers such as Dr. Mehr Abdul Haq, Maulana Noor Ahmed Khan Fareedi, and particularly Dr. Tahir Taunsvi. He has done a lot of work for Siraiki literature. He has a great love with mystic approaches of Khawaja Ghulam Fareed. He has deep rooted affection with the treasury writings of fareed. He focused on the teachings and thoughtful approaches of Khawaja Fareed. No doubt, Tahir Taunsvi is one of the unique researchers of the era. Dr. Taunsvi's extensive have been instrumental in decoding, preserving, and promoting the profound philosophical, cultural, and metaphorical dimensions of Khawaja Fareed's poetry for contemporary and future generations.