For complex matters like Nikah (marriage) registration or land-related requests, members often submit through their local Amils or Jamaat secretaries who then forward the request through official administrative channels. Updated Arzi Structure & Etiquette
Begin with the appropriate spiritual titles for His Holiness.
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Below is the current best practice and updated format for writing an Arzi based on community guidelines:
While physical letters are still common during travels and engagements , the community increasingly uses official portals: dawoodi bohra arzi format updated
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This humble Arzi is submitted with the Wasila (tawassul) of and the Duat Mutlaqeen (RA).
Writing an Arzi (a formal petition or letter) to His Holiness, the al-Dai al-Mutlaq, is a deeply spiritual and traditional practice for members of the Dawoodi Bohra community. An Arzi is the primary medium through which a Mumineen (believer) seeks the guidance, blessings ( Raza ), and prayers ( Doa ) of Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin (TUS) for both spiritual and mundane matters.
Here is a sample format:
The preferred language for an Arzi remains (السن الدعوة), which is the community’s unique tongue. It is a mixture of Arabic, Urdu, Persian, and Gujarati written in the Arabic script.
, localized Jamaats often provide standardized checklists or forms where you mark your commitments and provide your ID. General Formatting Tips
The conclusion reinstates the writer’s humility, asking for the long life of His Holiness until the Day of Judgment. The signature line uses the specific gender-appropriate terminology of devotion followed by your handwritten signature. 3. Comprehensive Arzi Template (Updated Structure)
Bismillah al-Rahman al-Rahim (Appropriate Salawat / Arabic Invocations) To, The Office of His Holiness al-Dai al-Mutlaq, Badri Mahal / Saifee Mahal, [City, Country] Aqa Maula Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin (TUS) ni Hazrat Aali ma, Araz-guzar: [Your Full Name] ITS ID: [8-Digit Number] Jamaat: [Your Local Mohallah/City] Contact: [Phone Number / Email] Respected Maula TUS, [Paragraph 1: Introduction and Purpose] With utmost humility and bow of head, your slave approaches your holy presence to seek your luminous blessings (Dua Mubarak) for [State the main reason: e.g., my daughter's upcoming marriage / starting a new retail business / recovering from surgery]. [Paragraph 2: Specific Details] The details of the matter are as follows: - Item 1: [e.g., The surgery is scheduled for Date/Month at Hospital Name] - Item 2: [e.g., Seeking Maula's guidance on whether to proceed with Partner A or Partner B] [Paragraph 3: Prayer for Longevity] We pray to Allah Ta'ala to grant our beloved Aqa Maula a long, healthy, and prosperous life until the day of Qayamat. Ameen. Abde Syedna (TUS), [Your Signature] Date (Hijri): _________________ Date (Gregorian): _______________ Use code with caution. 4. Digital Submission vs. Physical Submission For complex matters like Nikah (marriage) registration or
Arzi is a formal application or petition submitted by a Dawoodi Bohra community member to their spiritual leader, seeking guidance, blessings, or resolution to a specific issue.
Conclude with a prayer for the long life and health of His Holiness (Dua ni iltemas).
(Signature) [Your Full Name] [Your MIS/Talab-e-Dua No.] [Date]
The updated format ensures that the spiritual bond, which emphasizes peace, love, and respect for the Dai al-Mutlaq, is maintained through modern technology. It helps manage the needs of roughly one million followers worldwide, allowing them to connect directly with the community leadership. Ensure there are no shadows or cut-offs