This update has democratized access to the spiritual leader. Previously, an Arzi was a luxury of time and means; today, a family in Toronto or a student in London can seek an audience with relative ease. This has strengthened the emotional bond between the global diaspora and the leadership, allowing for more frequent, albeit shorter, interactions.
To: [Recipient — e.g., Local Jamaat Secretary / Office Name] Subject: [Brief description of request]
Every Arzi, regardless of whether it is handwritten or typed, follows a strict hierarchy of respect, humility, and structural clarity. The layout is traditionally divided into three distinct parts: 1. The Tazeem (The Header and Salutation)
"With the Dua of Aqa Maula, we have found a match for [Name/ITS]. The boy/girl is [Name/ITS] from [City]. We humbly request Maula’s Dua and Raza for the Nikah to be performed on [Date]. We seek Maula’s khushi in this union." 💼 For Business/House dawoodi bohra arzi format updated
The language used must reflect deep respect ( adab ). The writer refers to themselves in the third person using humble terms (e.g., mamluk , amat ) rather than "I" or "me".
| Old Practice | Updated Requirement | | :--- | :--- | | No HOF/Misal number | Mandatory HOF & Misal numbers | | Only handwritten on any paper | Use plain A4 white paper (or digital PDF) | | Missing contact details | Mobile number and email required | | Vague subject line | Clear, specific subject line | | Sending directly to central Dawat without Amil | Always route through local Amil |
This article provides a comprehensive guide to the fully updated format for submitting an Arzi, from the official online portals to the proper etiquette, language, and structure expected by the Dawat administration. This update has democratized access to the spiritual leader
In a significant move to adapt to the digital age, the Dawoodi Bohra administration has officially updated and modernized the Arzi system. The traditional handwritten process has been largely replaced by an efficient, centralized digital ecosystem.
[Header: Traditional Arabic Bismillah & Salawat] Araz muqaddas maulana al-min’aam, Sultan al-Bohra, Syedna Aali Qadr Mufaddal Saifuddin (TUS) ni hazrat aali ma... Aqalla-ul-mumeeneen [Your Full Name] (ITS: XXXXXXXX) na Sajadaat-ush-shukr wa-taseem arza thaey che. Subject: Request for Raza/Doa regarding [Insert Category, e.g., Higher Education] Maulana bava! Aap na doa mubarak si hamara sagla amoor asan che. Arz em che ke mamluk [Your Name / Son / Daughter's Name] aagla taleem vasti [University Name] ma [Course Name] karva chahye che. Karam kari ne aqa maula taleem ma barakat thai, ane raah aasan thai teva doa mubarak aataye farmave. [Closing traditional phrases seeking health and long life for His Holiness] Abde-Mamluk: [Your Name] ITS Number: [12345678] Sabeel No: [XXXX] Mauze (City): [Your City] Contact Number: [+XX-XXXX-XXXXXX] Use code with caution. Modern Guidelines for Submitting an Arzi
The Dawoodi Bohra community, a Shia Muslim sect with a significant presence in India and abroad, has a rich tradition of spiritual and cultural practices. One of the essential aspects of Dawoodi Bohra tradition is the Arzi, a written supplication or prayer that devotees offer to their spiritual leader, the Dai al-Mutlaq. The Arzi format has undergone updates, and this article aims to provide a comprehensive guide on the Dawoodi Bohra Arzi format updated. To: [Recipient — e
Most Arzis are now submitted via the official ITS portal or local Jamaat apps. This ensures they are tracked and reach the relevant department (Daftar).
(a dialect of Gujarati with Arabic/Urdu influence) remains the traditional language, the updated formats encourage clear, concise writing to facilitate better communication. Direct Access to Leadership:
: Seeking guidance on higher education or choosing a field of study. Tejarat (Business)