Arsafm Qudrat E Khoda (born 16 June 1985) is an Islamic scholar,Sufi, author, and a religious leader. He is the director of Dewanbag Sharif,[1] a Sufi organization that works worldwide, where he teaches the principles of Muhammadi Islam,[2] emphasizing spiritual awakening through meditation and the observance of Islamic rituals.[3] He is also the founder and chairman of the Qadr Foundation, a charitable and religious organization.[4]
He grew up assisting in the management of Dewanbag Sharif centers and was introduced to the principles of Sufism and Muhammadi Islam from a young age. Recognizing his leadership skills, his parents nurtured him to prepare for a future role as a leader associated with Dewanbag Sharif and Muhammadi Islam.[5]
Education
After completing his secondary and higher secondary education, he earned a B.A. (Honors) in Islamic Studies from the People's University of Bangladesh, followed by an M.A. from the same institution, and later obtained a PhD on Islamic Theology from Ireland.[5]
Earlier, in 2013, Syed Mahbub-e-Khoda appointed Qudrat E Khoda as the coordinator and resolver of Dewanbag Sharif. Prior to his demise on 28 December 2020,[7][8] he designated him as his spiritual and institutional successor through a formal Osyoth (spiritual will) issued on the same date.[9][4] Following this appointment, Qudrat E Khoda officially took over the role as the leading imam of Dewanbag Sharif in 2021. He currently leads the institution and continues to guide the followers of Muhammadi Islam in accordance with the spiritual lineage established by his father.[5][4]
Activities
Weekly sermons
Qudrat E Khoda regularly delivers weekly sermons at various Dewanbag Sharif centers across Bangladesh and abroad. His sermons focus on themes drawn from Sufism and Islamic teachings, including spiritual purification, ethical conduct, devotion to Allah, love for humanity, and the moral responsibilities of individuals within society. In addition to spiritual guidance, his lectures often address contemporary social issues, encouraging unity, compassion, and peaceful coexistence.[6][10][5]
Darbar programs and events
In addition to weekly sermons, Qudrat E Khoda is actively involved in organizing and overseeing a wide range of religious and educational programs at Dewanbag Darbar. These activities include local and global conferences,[11][12][4]Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi,[13][14][15] observances of Ashura, Laylat al-Qadr, and Laylat al-Barat, as well as various seminars,[16][17][18] training sessions (ta'lim), and discussion forums dedicated to the teachings of Muhammadi Islam. These programs are designed to enhance spiritual awareness, promote moral development, and encourage unity among followers across different regions.[6][10][5]
Social and charitable work
In 1994, at the age of just 9, he founded the social service organization Insaniat Club. He carries out various social activities through his organization. He supervised social and charitable activities through Dewanbag Sharif, including food distribution, disaster relief and educational programs.[5]
In 2020, he founded the Qadr Foundation,[19] a non-profitable organization providing humanitarian aid rooted in Islamic principles, including meals for street children, winter relief distributions and disaster response for flood-affected communities, with a focus on education and self-reliance.[14][20][21][5][15]
Work and initiatives
In response to the marginalization, neglect, and mistreatment faced by Sufi communities and organizations at various times; mainly due to the lack of global unity among Sufis;[22] Qudrat E Khoda became involved in efforts to bring Sufi groups together through an international platform. In 2024, he took part in the founding initiatives of the Global Sufi Organization, which was established to promote solidarity among Sufis worldwide and to advocate against persecution and discrimination targeting Sufi communities. Through this organization, he supports collective programs, awareness campaigns, and coordinated international efforts to address the challenges faced by Sufis globally.[23] He currently serves as a Higher Executive Board Member of the organization.[24][5]
Writings and publications
Qudrat E Khoda has authored books on Sufism and Muhammadi Islam both in Bengali and English. Notable works include:
Books
The Duties of a Disciple in the Presence of the Murshid (2012; Bengali): This publication provides guidance for disciples (murids), outlining key spiritual practices and etiquette, with a focus on the disciple–master (murshid) relationship in the Sufi tradition.[25]
Muhammadi Islam Talim (Booklet) (2025; Bengali): A condensed edition of Muhammadi Islam Talim.[25]
Journals
Tasauf: The Science of Primitive Knowledge of Allah (2019; English): Explores Sufism as a scientific path to divine understanding, self-purification, and spiritual ascent.[26][27][25]
Meditation: The Root of All Worship (2019; English): Examines meditation as the foundation of worship, heart purification, and realization of Noor-e-Muhammadi (the Light of Prophet Muhammad).[25][28]
Controversies
Following the demise of his father and murshid, Syed Mahbub-e-Khoda, internal disagreements arose within the Dewanbag Sharif community regarding spiritual succession. Mahbub-e-Khoda had reportedly designated Qudrat E Khoda as his spiritual successor through a formal Osyoth (spiritual will),[9][4] instructing his family and followers to recognize him in that role. Although his siblings initially acknowledged this designation, over time they withdrew their support and refused to recognize his leadership. Subsequently, they separated and began conducting activities from different darbars (spiritual centers) under the same institutional tradition.[5]
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