Hazrat Shah Sufi Mohammad Abdul Matin (R)
Tenth Generation Saint of Khorki Darbar Sharif (1920-2011)
Early Life & Education
Personal Details
Born: January 1, 1920
Died: September 17, 2011 (age 93)
Career: Teacher at Jessore Zilla School and Muslim Academy from 1954 onwards
He was passionate about education and believed firmly in the advancement of information technology.
Education Timeline
Matriculation
ISC (Intermediate)
Bachelor's degree from Bangla Vashi College
BT (Bachelor of Teaching) from Dhaka University
A Life of Quiet Devotion
Away from the public eye, Hazrat Shah Sufi Mohammad Abdul Matin (R) lived simply and humbly — his days shaped by prayer, teaching, and devotion to the orphans in his care.
Spiritual Journey
Spiritual Guide
His uncle, Hazrat Shah Sufi Mohammad Abul Khair (Rahmatullah Alaihi)
Received Khilafat (Spiritual Succession)
October 7, 1966
Bestowed By
Hazrat Khaja Hafiz Mohammad Ahmad Khan
Spiritual Lineage
Aleya Naqshbandi Silsila
Spiritual Orders Followed
Major Contributions
Anjuman-e-Khaliqia Orphanage
Founded Anjuman-e-Khaliqia Orphanage with permission from Hazrat Khaja Hafiz Mohammad Ahmad Khan (Q.S.A). This orphanage now cares for over 100 orphans and underprivileged children, providing education, food, and shelter.
Masjid-e-Ammar Mosque
Renovated and transformed the mosque into a beautiful two-story building. Named it "Masjid-e-Ammar" after visiting Canton, China where he visited the tomb of Hazrat Abu Waqqas and developed deep affection for Hazrat Ammar Radiyallahu Anhu.
Orphan Care Facilities
Established comprehensive orphan care facilities on 3.87 acres of land, including the 4-story main orphanage building (125x25 feet).
Government Registration
Registered the orphanage with the Social Welfare Department, ensuring official recognition and support for orphan care activities.
Lifelong Service
Served as Director of Anjuman-e-Khaliqia from its founding in 1974 until his passing in 2011, dedicating 37 years to the welfare of orphans.
Character & Personality
Humble and polite in demeanor
Amiable and tolerant nature
Passionate about education and learning
Apolitical, except his support for Jamaat-e-Islami
Firm believer in the advancement of information technology
Deeply compassionate towards orphans and underprivileged
Lived a simple, spiritual life dedicated to service
Legacy
He appointed his son Hazrat Shah Mohammad Kamrul Hasan (M.Z.A) as his successor (SajjadaNashin).
“He has earned it through his own merit.”
-- His statement about his son and successor
He left behind a legacy of spiritual devotion, educational advancement, and compassionate care for orphans. The Anjuman-e-Khaliqia Orphanage continues to flourish under his son’s leadership.
Eleven Generations of Spiritual Heritage
The sacred lineage of Khorki Darbar Sharif
Hazrat Shah Syed Sultan Ahmad (R)
Founder, arrived from Yemen (settled Khorki 1576)
Hazrat Syed Selim Chishti (R)
Continued the Chishti tradition
Hazrat Syed Abbas Chishti (R)
Preserved the sacred silsila
Hazrat Syed Mokarram Chishti (R)
Carried on the Chishti order
Hazrat Shah Syed Kalimuddin Chishti (R)
Left worldly life on the path of Allah
Hazrat Shah Md. Salimuddin Chishti (R)
Built the original worship room (later Masjid-e-Ammar)
Hazrat Maulana Shah Sufi Md. Abdul Karim (R)
"Sher-e-Bangla", wrote first Bengali Sufism book
Hazrat Shah Sufi Md. Abu Naim (R)
Cloth merchant saint
Hazrat Shah Sufi Md. Abul Khair (R)
Deepened the spiritual legacy
Hazrat Shah Sufi Md. Abdul Matin (R)
Orphanage founder, educator
Hazrat Shah Md. Kamrul Hasan (M.Z.A)
Current SajjadaNashin