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Anjuman-e-Najmi
San Francisco, CA
Shauwal 1421
Shabaab Overview
Contents
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Welcome to Anjuman-e-Najmi
Brief History of Jamaat
Brief History of Shabaab
Shabaab Philosophy
Highlights of Shabaab Activities
Current Shabaab Committees
Shabaab Contacts
Shabaab Form
Welcome to Anjuman-eNajmi
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Aamil Saheb:
 Janab Muslim Bhaisaheb Zainuddin
 Tel: 510-505-9418
 Address is on the website
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Officers:
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Secretary: Shaikh Quresh bhai Diwan
Treasurer: Shaikh Tayeb bhai Mogri
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Visit the Jamaat’s website at:
http://jamaats.mumineen.org/sf
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Markaz:
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1121 Old Canyon Road
Fremont, CA 94536
Tel: 510-794-7091
Brief History of Jamaat
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The Rich Mix
If you were to walk into the San Francisco markaz at 1121 Old Canyon Road today,
you would see a variety of mumineen that have come here in search of a better life.
We have families that have been here since the beginning as well as those that have
just moved here. We have single men, single women, newly married couples,
immediate families and even extended families. We have grandparents in our
community as well as dozens of little children that will some day be the future of this
jamaat. But it hasn't always been this way. The San Francisco jamaat, just like any
other jamaat in the United States, had a very humble beginning. The rich history of
this jamaat is colored with memorable events that have made it what it is today.
Those that were present fondly remember the early days, and those that were not
have missed out on nothing short of a miracle that was possible only by our beloved
Aqa Moula's (TUS) dua and barakaat.
The Pioneers
The "pioneers" of the San Francisco jamaat have been around since the 1950's. Just
as many young mumineen come today to pursue further education in the United
States, our pioneers were no different. Ali Asghar Bhaisaheb Zainuddin was the first
mumin bhai in the San Francisco Bay Area. As a student at Stanford University, he
was the reason that the rest of the pioneers came here. By the raza mubarak of
Syedna Taher Saifuddin Saheb, they came to this foreign land in search of a better
life. Yet what they came to was nowhere near what a young mumin comes to today.
There were no existing jamaats for support, zero acquaintances, and very few
foreigners at all. You can be pretty sure that when they came to California no one
from back home had sent any parcels for people they knew!
In the early 1960's, there were less than five known mumineen settled in the Bay
Area. Though so few in number, they did not forget their religious duties or their
culture. When they came to the United States, Aqa Moula asked them to never stop
praying namaaz or to lose their identity. It is this waseeyat from Moulana that kept
them strong in their belief and allowed them to thrive in a culture so different from
their own. It was the 1960's and the Bay Area was the heart of the Hippie movement
that swept the colleges and universities they were a part of. Rather than become a
part of it, they observed this new culture from a safe distance and never surrendered
their uniqueness.
The first majlises held here in the Bay Area were very different from what you would
see today. In the beginning, there were only a few members present. Janab Ali
Asghar Bhaisaheb Zainuddin was the president of the community and had Aqa
Moula's (TUS) raza to perform bayaan and lead namaaz. Sheikh Taher bhai Ezzy
was also one of the early pioneers and he remains as the earliest active member of
this jamaat. There was not a markaz so gatherings were usually held in their homes.
Women and parents were nowhere to be seen, and you can forget about seeing
children running around. The men wore whatever they felt was appropriate and their
faces were cleanly shaved. Yet even in those days, their belief was alive and well and
their love of Aqa Moula (TUS) was strong. Slowly, their number grew and a small,
tightly knit community started to form. They were very close and cherished each
other's friendship dearly because that was all they had.
Brief History of Jamaat
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The Beginnings of a Family
In the early 1960's, Shehzadi Maryam Bahensaheba was the first Shehzadi Saheba
to visit the Bay Area. Because of her outgoing personality, she reached out to many
people outside of our community and made lasting friendships for all the mumineen
here. Towards the late 1960's, different Shehzadas started visiting California.
Shehzada Qasim Bhaisaheb Hakimuddin Saheb was amongst the first to come,
along with Shehzada Ali Asghar Bhaisaheb Kalimuddin Saheb. They came to share
Aqa Moula's (TUS) sweet words of advice and to prepare the mumineen for a visit by
Aqa Moula (TUS) himself.
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As the years passed, and a new decade started, many of the young bachelors that
had initially come here to study, finished their schooling and went back home to get
married and bring their wives to the United States. They entered the work force and
started their families. Along with the new additions to the families came ceremonies
such as the naming ceremony and aqiqahs, which had never been done here before.
Everything was a new experience and as the demographics of the community
changed, so did the interaction within it.
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In early 1978, Shehzada Malik-ul-Ashtar Bhaisaheb Shujauddin Saheb visited the
Bay Area for the first time. At that time, Shehzada Saheb had promised the
mumineen of the Bay Area that he would bring Aqa Moula to San Francisco as soon
as he could. It was imtehaan time in Surat Jamea, and Shehzada Saheb made a
historic call to Aqa Moula (TUS). He did araz that the mumineen of San Francisco
were desperately waiting for him to come. He did araz that "Aap nay padhaaro to
mumineen nu dil naaraaz thase". After that heartfelt araz, mumineen knew that Moula
would be coming their way soon. The imtehaan program in Surat was put on hold and
Moula decided to come to San Francisco.
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In 1978, Aqa Moula (TUS) Syedna Mohammed Burhanuddin Saheb visited California
for the first time. Those that were present, shamefully recall how they had gone to
receive Aqa Moula (TUS) at the airport in suits and ties. Yet they also remember that
regardless of that, Aqa Moula (TUS) did not look down upon them. He had come here
to save them, and did so by showering the mumineen here with barakaat. They were
given the sharaf of ziyafats and several were bestowed with mafsooyat sharaf. Like
an angel, he came to save them and to show them right from wrong and make them
stronger in their imaan. Many of the young children had done deedar of Aqa Moula
(TUS) for the first time and very few of the adults had ever experienced such
closeness to Moula. His noorani kalemaat filled the hearts and souls of the
mumineen. It was as if though a father had come to visit his children for the first time
in their new home and was teaching them lessons to live their lives by.
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It was during that visit that the San Francisco Jamaat was officially established. Aqa
Moula (TUS) had breathed new life into the mumineen and from then on there was no
looking back. The barakaat he left behind then is what makes this jamaat what it is
today. It was nothing short of a miracle.
Brief History of Jamaat
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Growth and Prosperity
Janab Turab Bhaisaheb Zakiuddin was the first official aamil of the San Francisco
jamaat. During his time here, the jamaat grew considerably in size. At first, the jamaat
used to look for different halls and churches to rent for our gatherings. Then by Aqa
Moula's (TUS) raza and dua mubarak, and much himmat from Shehzada Ali Waqar
Qaaid Johar Bhaisaheb Ezzuddin Saheb the jamaat bought a beautifully serene
markaz situated at the foothills of a green valley in the city of Fremont.
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In 1986, Aqa Moula (TUS) visited the San Francisco jamaat for the second time and a
world of difference had taken place since 1978. The jamaat had become well
established and the families had grown in size and number. The first generation of
children born in San Francisco had become older and was ready to have their misaaq
taken. The men had full beards and the women were wearing ridas. Many had gotten
out of riba and several others were trying. Ziyafats were booked and there was an
unparalleled festivity in the air. The jamaat had really gelled and had worked very
hard to prepare for this much anticipated visit. The markaz was decorated inside and
out as it had never been before. Deep friendships that centered around the love of
our Aqa Moula (TUS) had been fostered in the community. Not only as a jamaat, but
even in their personal and professional lives, mumineen had prospered to great
extents. We were still reaping the benefits of the first visit and this time around,
everyone knew Moula had come back to give us more.
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During that visit, Shehzada Qaaid Johar Bhaisaheb was instrumental in establishing a
strong Qarzan Hasana scheme in this jamaat and helping people to escape the sins
of riba. This jamaat was the first at that time to whole-heartedly embrace this
farmaan. The jamaat was bestowed with the honor of being part of the "owal saff".
At that time, the San Francisco jamaat was approximately 60 families strong. It was a
small jamaat by numbers, but a very big jamaat by heart. Aqa Moula (TUS) granted
us the azeem sharaf of performing Eid-Ul-Adha here that year. We are very proud of
that time and still have fond memories of mumineen all over the parking lot helping
out in some way or the other. There were 41 naseebdar sacrificial lambs that day. It
was an unforgettable event and accomplishment that could have never been possible
without the dua mubarak of our beloved Aqa Moula (TUS). And to this day, it remains
unparalleled anywhere in the United States.
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In 1987, Shehzada Abdul Taiyab Bhaisaheb Zakiuddin Saheb had his sudden demise
here in San Francisco. The farmaan from Aqa Moula (TUS) was to lay him to rest in
the most afzal of places. He is now madfoon in the room in the markaz where Aqa
Moula's (TUS) thaal was put in 1986. The San Francisco Jamaat and markaz have
the azeem and unique sharaf that Syedna Taher Saifuddin Saheb's shehzada, his
nishani, has been left in our markaz and his ziyarat is here.
Brief History of Jamaat
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The Last Decade of a Historic Millennium
In 1991, the San Francisco jamaat was led by our second aamil, Janab Noman
Bhaisaheb Zainuddin. During his time, the jamaat continued to grow in size.
Mumineen's ikhlaas and devotion started reaching new heights as we started to go to
Aqa Moula's (TUS) hazrat more and more rather than wait for him to come back to
us. Going for Ashara became common every year and the mumineen that went would
bring back barakaat that the entire jamaat prospered from.
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In 1992, Janab Ahmed Bhaisaheb Zainuddin became the aamil of the San Francisco
jamaat. He was the first full-time aamil we had. A new Darul Imaarat was established
and several more families had moved to the Bay Area. The jamaat was still growing
and as the Silicon Valley experienced unprecedented technological growth, the
jamaat also had an influx of young ambitious members that were a part of this field.
Along with them, they brought a renewed passion and enthusiasm. We continued to
prepare ourselves for another visit by Aqa Moula (TUS) to San Francisco. Mumineen
and muminat worked hard to ready the markaz once more. Those that were mere
children during the 1978 visit were now in charge of several things as they prepared
for their first real chance to khidmat of their beloved Aqa Moula (TUS) in their land.
The first generation of American-born mumineen and muminat was now ready. The
jamaat was strong. A Burhani Women's Association and a Shabaab-ul-Eiddiz-Zahabi
had also been established.
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In 1994, Shehzada Ali Waqar Qaaid Johar Bhaisaheb Ezzuddin Saheb spent much
time in the Bay Area to implement programs that were entirely new for any jamaat in
the United States. It was through his amazing efforts that on May 12, 1994, Dawat-eHadiyah America was established as a sovereign corporation and our constitution
became a registered entity that detailed our practices and traditions as Dawoodi
Bohras in the United States. This was a very important accomplishment because it
was the first time in history that Dawoodi Bohras in the United States were viewed as
a single entity practicing under a common set of by-laws. It was a major set back for
the dushman of Dawat because they were no longer able to criticize our beliefs and
our ways. The preamble of the constitution started with Aqa Moula's (TUS) own
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"Whereas Dawat-e-Hadiyah, as believed by Ahl-al-Dawat (people of the Dawat), is
Allah's mission having sovereignty over the Heavens and the Earth."
In 1996, Aqa Moula (TUS) visited the San Francisco jamaat for the third time. He was
pleased with the mumineen there and fondly remembered the then new markaz he
had visited ten years ago. This was a markaz that had served as a madrasa now for
so many of our children. It was a markaz that had been the center of several happy
and sad occasions. It was a loved markaz that we soon hoped to turn into our masjid.
During this visit, Aqa Moula (TUS) graciously did taameer of our masjid. He spent five
days here and mumineen reaped barakaat in all ways.
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Brief History of Jamaat
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The Present Day Leads to a Promising Future
Since that time, the San Francisco Jamaat has continued to grow in size and
devotion. Our current Aamil Saheb is Janab Muslim Bhaisaheb Zainuddin who had
been a part of this jamaat for several years prior to returning as aamil. Through
continued visits from various Sahebs, we have been turning our dreams of building a
masjid in our jamaat into reality. Plans have been drawn up and submitted in the city.
We anticipate the start of construction of our masjid once that process is complete.
This year, during the barakaat of Shehrullah Mubarak, a renewed motivation has
been cast upon all of us and we are dedicated now more than ever to organize and to
build a masjid in our town. The Shabaab of San Francisco was re-energized and has
become extremely active by the dua mubarak of Aqa Moula (TUS). Along with the
Shabaab, the entire jamaat has been re-energized and a new Masjid Tameer
committee will soon be put in place. We have passed a resolution that within one
year's time, we will inshallah have a masjid ready for Moula to visit and accept where
our markaz now stands. Recently, the San Jose Jamaat was also formed and is now
a separate entity.
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It has now been four long years since Aqa Moula (TUS) has visited San Francisco.
The millennium has come to an end and almost fifty years have passed since the first
mumineen came to the Bay Area. A lot has happened in fifty years and a lot has
changed. Yet one thing that has not changed is our undying devotion and love for our
Aqa Moula (TUS).
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The next time you walk into the markaz at 1121 Old Canyon Road, think about how
much shukr to Aqa Moula (TUS) is waajib on us. Think about all that has passed to
bring us where we are today. Think about how much more there still is to do for our
Moula. It is through his dua mubarak and all the hardships he undertook by coming
here and bestowing nemat upon this jamaat that we are what we are today. The
benefits of his patience, his graciousness, and his fatherly love will remain fresh in
our hearts until that day he visits us again. May Khuda Ta'ala grant our beloved Aqa
Moula (TUS) a long and healthy life and may we become the way he has so patiently
waited for us to become through our ikhlaas, our ilm, and our every amal. Ameen.
Brief History of Shabaab
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Started in 1996 in order to unite youngsters for Aqa
Moula TUS’s visit
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Shabaab held ziafat on boat during 1996 visit
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Re-invigorated last year by Janab Muslim Bhaisaheb
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Committees were formed, regular darees and
meetings were held
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Current Officers:
 Secretary: Dr. Mulla Kaaeid Johar bhai
Lokhandwala
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Treasurer: Shaikh Juzar bhai Rangoonwala
Shabaab Philosophy
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Key words stressing the philosophy behind Shabaab
and why it is important:
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(Excerpts taken from memorandum to Shabaab available on the website Home/Departments/Shabaab/Philosophy)
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Unity - promote brotherhood
Team-building/ team work
Cooperation
Distribution of work
Practice and preparation - better strategy
Increase organizational capacity and
communication skills
Discipline
Release stress and frustration
Development of spirit and character
Learn by your mistakes - improve yourself
Most Importantly: INSHALLAH Aqa Moula TUS
will accept our adna khidmat and be happy with
us
Highlights of Shabaab
Activities
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Weekly Darees and Salawat jaman
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Sabaq
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Participation in Masjid activity
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Qardhan Hasanat
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Website creation and maintenance
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Information and communication in Jamaat
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Jamaat Calendar
Current Shabaab
Committees
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Education
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Environment
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Tour and Travel
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Information and Communication
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Masjid
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Sports
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Medical
Shabaab Contacts
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Janab Muslim Bhaisaheb:
[email protected]
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Mulla Kaaeid Johar bhai Lokhandwala:
[email protected]
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Shaikh Juzar bhai Rangoonwala:
[email protected]
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Mulla Yusuf bhai Ezzy:
[email protected]
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Mulla Yusuf bhai Kotawala:
[email protected]
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Shaikh Raj bhai Izzee:
[email protected]
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Murtaza bhai Chiba:
[email protected]