Haji Shariatullah
Haji Shariatullah (1781-1840) was an eminent Islamic reformer of Bangladesh. He is known for founding Faraizi movement.
Early Life
Haji Shariatullah was born in Banderlakola, Faridpur district, in 1781. He was the son of an ordinary farmer. After getting his early education from his village, he went to Arabia to perform Hajj at an early age of 18 years.
Life in Saudi Arabia
He stayed there from 1799 to 1818 and got his religious education. He learnt Arabic and Persian from his teacher, Maulana Basharat. During his stay in Arabia he came into close contact with Wahabism started by Muhammad bin Abdul Wahab.
Fairazi Movement
On his return to Bengal he sought to purify Islam that was impaired by the Hindu influence. Haji Shariatullah awakened the Muslims of Bengal by initiating the Fairazi movement.
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