Preserving knowledge & Reviving History
Safi Library is a dedicated initiative to preserve and revive the rich historical, academic, and cultural heritage of the Indian subcontinent, particularly focusing on the scholarly contributions of the Shiite community.
Sarfaraz Newspaper: A Peep into the Past
Sarfaraz newspaper was among the leading voices of All India Shia Conference. It documented the intellectual, political, and social discussion of the Shia community from 1924 to 2003. It assisted in documenting historical events, religious sermons, and social issues of interest to the community over time.
One of the feature articles of the 1952 edition discussed in detail the “Role of the Shia Community in India’s Freedom Movement.” The article demonstrated how important Shia leaders were, how they contributed to the construction of new India, and how they struggled for justice and voice. It created rare information about speeches, letters, and talks that characterized politics at that time.
Ancient Books: Gateway to the Past
One of the most prized books among Safi Library treasures is “Tohfatul Awam,” an ancient manuscript dating back to the 18th century. It is a seminal book among scholars who conduct research on Islamic theology, jurisprudence, and history.
Highlights of the Book:
- Covering elementary aspects of Fiqh (Islamic Jurisprudence).
- Writings are in Persian and Arabic with writing and calligraphy of the times.
- Kept in its original form, with intentions to digitize and translate it for a wider readership.
- As part of our initiative to digitize all our books, this work will be online in the near future for scholars and researchers worldwide.
Call to Action: Be a Part of Preserving History
The Safi Library is not merely a repository of ancient newspapers and manuscripts—it’s a living repository of the intellectual, cultural, and historical heritage of the Shia community in the Indian subcontinent. Your support and involvement can assist us in carrying on this valuable work.
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Browse the Archive
Step into the past by browsing our expanding archive of digitized content from the Sarfaraz newspaper (1924-2003) and other precious historical materials. Uncover scarce articles, academic debates, and reports that shed light on the development of Shia thought, contributions, and challenges over the years.
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We are continually endeavoring to place more archival content online, so researchers, students, and history buffs can access this precious knowledge base with ease.
🤝 Support Our Mission
Preserving and digitizing these historical documents is a labor-intensive process that requires financial resources and dedicated manpower. Our goal is to digitize and categorize over 80 years of Sarfaraz newspaper archives, but we need your help to make it happen.
Your donation—whether a one-time contribution or a monthly pledge—will go directly toward:
✅ Hiring typists to transcribe rare articles
✅ Digitizing fragile and aging manuscripts
✅ Hosting and maintaining the online archive
✅ Expanding our collection for future generations
💡 Every contribution, big or small, helps keep history alive.
💳 Donate Today:
Account Name: ALL INDIA SHIA CONFERENCE CHARITY
Bank: Bombay Mercantile Co-operative Bank
Account Number: 205100100010685
Branch: Lucknow
IFSC Code: BMCB0000045
Your generosity will directly support the preservation of a priceless historical and intellectual heritage.