Dur Wali Khan
According to the available family tree and genealogy written in Persian by Haziyar Ataliq of Ghizer in the beginning of 18th century, Sheikh Shah Wali Baba is the direct descendant of Hazrat Kaka Sahib of Nowshera. In the website of Hazrat Kaka Sahib, it has also been mentioned that the descendants of Hazrat Kaka Sahib are settled in Ghizer and Chitral districts as well.
Najima Susumo in her research book \”Diversity of Lineages in Ghizer (1993-95), a famous writer and Khowar poet Javed Hayat Kakakhel Ghizer in his poetry books Gurzan (2019) and Hayato Arzo (2022), have also mentioned that Sheikh Shah Wali Baba is the descendant of Hazrat Kaka Sahib.
According to our orally transmitted family history, the father of Sheikh Shah Wali Baba was a single son of his parents, who migrated from Nowshera to Swat and settled in Malakand Agency permanently. Later on, Sheikh Shah Wali Baba migrated from Malakand Agency to Ghizer many centuries ago and settled at Golaghmuri permanently. It means that Sheikh Shah Wali Baba is the descendant of Sheikh Ahmad Gul Baba bin Sheikh Muhammad Gul Baba, who was a single son of his parents and settled at Kot Manzaree Maland Agency.
According to orally transmitted information of our forefathers and Peer Syed Mir Hussain Shah of Booni, a descendant of Hazrat Zinda Peer (Shah Muhammad Rizai Wali), our forefather Sheikh Shah Wali Baba had got married with Syeda Rakhum Bibi daughter/sister of Syed Shah Latif, a descendant of Hazrat Zinda Peer Sonoghur Chitral.
According to available documents/family history, Hazrat Sheikh Shah Wali Baba had two sons namely Syed Kon Baba and Syed Zikon Baba. The Mehtar Gilgit-Baltistan Shah Rais granted a huge land in Golaghmuli to Syed Kon Baba and Syed Zikon Baba as the Mehtar was father in law of Hazrat Zinda Peer Sonoghur Chitral and had a great love and respect for the descendants of Hazrat Zinda Peer. The majority of descendants of Sheikh Shah Wali Baba are still settled in Golaghmuli.
Later on, two families of Syed Zikon Baba migrated from Golaghmuli to Laspur Chitral and settled at Balim and Gasht permanently. A few families of Syed Zikon Baba also migrated from Handarap Ghizer to Swat and settled at Matiltan permanently. The descendants of both Syed Kon Baba and Syed Zikon Baba have spread throughout Gilgit-Baltistan and other parts of the Country.
It is worth mentioning here that during the rule of Shah Khairullah Mehtar, Mir Haya, a descendant of Syed Kon Baba, was Hakim of Ghizer and Muhammad Ayaz, a descendant of Syed Zikon Baba (my forefather) from Balim Laspur, was a Hakim in Chitral. Mehtar was the ruler of the state while governors and Hakims looked after the administrative affairs of the state.
Half truth has been expressed in this story. The author has fabricated that a tribe called “Zhikane” was a sub tribe of another well known tribe of GBC.
Nowadays there has been a fashion to link oneself to any tribe. Allah has created all human beings equal, the only difference is that of piety as mentioned in the Holy Quraan but the division in tribes is just for the sake of identity. I oppologise to the learned author but at the same time I request him not to distort the reality.
Great! Its reality
The Life and Legacy of Shah Bunayk also spelled as Shah Bunek
Shah Bunayk was a renowned spiritual leader in late 1600s and Khalifa from the Yasin Valley. His life and legacy have had a profound impact on the region, and his story continues to inspire people today.
_Early Life and Family Background_
Shah Bunayk was born in Chitral, a region in the northwest of Pakistan. His family had migrated from Badakhshān, Afghanistan to Chitral around 1500 AD. This migration was likely part of the larger movement of people from Central Asia to the Indian subcontinent during that time period.
_Family Lineage_
Shah Bunayk was the grandson of the revered Zinda Peer of Chitral, a prominent spiritual leader of his time. This lineage reflects the strong spiritual heritage of Shah Bunayk’s family.
_Spiritual Leadership and Khalifa_
Shah Bunayk became a renowned spiritual leader and Khalifa in the Yasin Valley. As a Khalifa, he was responsible for guiding his community spiritually and providing leadership. He served in this role for three decades, dedicating his life to the service of his community.
_The Home of Quran_
Shah Bunayk’s home in Yasin was known as the “Home of Quran.” This institution was a center for Quranic studies, where Shah Bunayk taught people the Quran and its meaning. The Home of Quran played a vital role in spreading Islamic knowledge and values in the region.
_Family Legacy_
Shah Bunayk had three sons: Razi uddin, Nowroz Shah, and Shamsuddin. Two of Razi uddin’s sons migrated to Gilgit in the late 1800s, with one becoming the Imam of the mosque in Oshkhandas Daniyor and the other settling in Bargo and embracing the Shia Isna Ashari sect.
_Islamic Heritage_
Initially, Shah Bunayk and his family were Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims. This reflects the rich Islamic heritage of the region, which has historically been home to diverse Islamic traditions and communities.
_Lasting Impact_
Shah Bunayk’s life and legacy continue to inspire people in the Yasin Valley and beyond. His commitment to spiritual guidance, community service, and Islamic education has left a lasting impact on the region. The Home of Quran, which he established, remains an important institution for Quranic studies.
_Conclusion_
Shah Bunayk’s story is a testament to the power of spiritual leadership, community service, and Islamic education.
_Decline of the Khalifa Legacy_
After Shah Bunayk’s passing, his sons, Razi uddin, Nowroz Shah, and Shamsuddin, struggled to maintain their father’s legacy as Khalifa.They were unable to replicate their father’s spiritual authority and leadership.
it’s correct but his history had destroyed by his descendents
can you plz share more about shah buneak ,his ancestor and descendent.
The Story of Shah Bunek’s Arrival in Thuai Yasin during late 1700 AD.
Shah Bunek’s arrival in Thuai was met with curiosity and suspicion. After sitting in contemplation for an extended period, some locals from Mehters informed the king about a mysterious stranger living in Thuai without permission. The king, feeling uneasy about the stranger’s presence, ordered his arrest and imprisonment.
However, upon learning from his advisors that the stranger was a revered dervish and a devout religious person, the king decided to spare the life of shah Bunek ,But he posed a condition: if the dervish could cure the king’s illness through his prayers, he would be allowed to stay in Yasin permanently. Otherwise, he would face execution.
Miraculously, the dervish’s prayers healed the king completely. Impressed by the dervish’s spiritual powers, the king decided to keep him in Yasin permanently, and Shah Bunek went on to become a respected spiritual leader in the region.
This story showcases Shah Bunek’s spiritual influence and the king’s eventual recognition of his importance. It highlights the significance of faith, compassion, and the power of prayer in overcoming adversity.