This book is a collection of memorable evenings spent with my mentor, Qasim Ali Shah, during a journey of knowledge and spirituality.
These meetings were a search for deep and unconventional answers to life’s most complex questions.
Through these seventeen sessions, I discovered a spiritual understanding of my true self.
I was once lost in doubts, confusions, and inner darkness. But my mentor’s wise and soulful words led me toward clarity and peace.
What is love?
How can one become a Sufi?
What is spirituality?
What is true success?
How should one serve humanity?
Why should we live with contentment?
Whom should we befriend?
These are just some of the thought-provoking questions I explored under the guidance of my mentor, Qasim Ali Shah.
Every week, I met him and asked these deep, troubling questions. I believe you too may be facing similar thoughts.
So here, I invite you to read these simple yet profound answers from my mentor — and may they bring peace to your life as they did to mine.
As Hazrat Shams Tabrizi said:
“There are more fake spiritual guides in the world than stars in the sky. A true guide is the one who helps you discover your inner beauty — not someone who seeks your praise and obedience.”

— Abu Bakr Zahoor