About Osman Sahib, she writes: “He was a good husband, in fact he was my spiritual guide
He was a patient man and would explain things in great depth using different examples. He took very good care of his relatives. He called his mother over from China to Pakistan and cared for her.” She says those times were difficult and they could only afford one bottle of milk in a day, yet, he would give that bottle to his mother. Whenever he went on a journey, he took his mother along with him. Chini Sahib served his mother very well. She says, “His life was defined by his devotion to his work. When he was in good health, he would work until late in his office and sometimes work through the night until the morning. At home he was most concerned about bringing up his children in a righteous manner. He was very simple in his choice of food and clothing.”
His elder daughter, Dr. Qurratul-Ain writes: “It is difficult for me to describe my father’s attributes in words. He was kind, loving, hardworking, tireless, humble and an optimistic person. In our childhood he never scolded us, he would always explain things in an affectionate manner. The only time he was strict was in regard to the regularity in salat [prayers]. He was concerned about (his daughters’) observing purdah while at the university. He had instructed them to observe purdah when they were at university, and if it was essential to take off the veil, it was only to be for the duration of the classes, but then they should not be wearing any make-up.
His younger daughter Munazzah writes: Beside the five daily prayers in congregation, he encouraged his children to offer the Tahajjud [pre-dawn voluntary] prayers. He would wake us up for prayers by sprinkling water over us. He would sit with us for hours answering our questions patiently and would not be annoyed by small matters.” This is an example for all parents.
His son, Dr Daud Sahib writes, “When I was young and would visit my father’s office, if I ever tried to use a pen or pencil from my father’s office, he would not allow me to do so. He would say to my mother, ‘buy him his own pen as he is in need of one.’ If we ever had to do some photocopying, he would instruct us to bring the paper from home and only then use the photocopy machine. He further says, “He used to instruct us to learn the attributes of God; and that we should memorise all the names of God that reflect His attributes. He wrote a poem in the Chinese language venerating all hundred attributes of God. He used to recite this poem every night. He also set a competition between us siblings about who memorised the most attributes of God and would give a prize for that.”
Huzoor (aba) read out many letters from his friends and colleagues, paying homage to his excellent qualities
Chini Sahib himself wrote that when he came to Rabwah from China he witnessed how the elders of Rabwah would pray with great fervency and passion, fast, perform the I’tkaf) retire to seclusion) and make supplications God Almighty would listen to their supplications. This had a deep impact on him and he vowed that he will also follow in the footsteps of these elders.
He would ask us to read the books by the Promised Messiah (as) and the Khulafah
Ataul Mujeeb Rashid Sahib has written about him, which is an accurate summary and is in complete accord with the truth. He writes, “He was a man of lofty character. I was pondering over Chini Sahibs attributes. Among them was that he was always occupied in worship and had his prayers accepted. He was extremely punctual in offering his prayers. Despite his illness and weakness, he would always go to the mosque. He was a pious, saintly man who did not look to harm anyone. He would always want the best for everyone and would Maryland installment loans give sound advice to all. He was simple and honest man. He was very hospitable and would always show great generosity to his guests. He was extremely courageous. Despite his frailty, he was always active in serving the faith. He would discharge his responsibilities with full effort, sincerity and passion. His desire and dedication to serve the faith was very evident. He was a humble and a truly loyal servant of Khilafat-e-Ahmadiyya. He would meet everyone unreservedly with a beaming smile as well as countless other qualities.” Whatever has been mentioned is absolutely true.
