Whatever is gained in the third period, its reality becomes apparent in this period. These saints are called philosophers. Except for serving humanity, that is preaching and correcting morals of people, they do nothing.
USEFULNESS AND BENEFIT OF PRESENT DAY SPIRITUAL JOURNEY AND KNOWLEDGE AND WISDOM
1- There is a definite engrossment and devotion in all the praises of Allah, efforts and actions and there is more ecstasy than before.
2- There is the feeling of presence in prayers, that is , me. After sometime he feels that he is seeing Allah, that is, he achieves first the ordinary place of perfect faith and, then, higher status.
1- After taking oath of allegiance from any perfect saint or developing spiritual contact with him and after observing the ten rules mentioned before with perfection and devotion one feels a strange type of consolation and peace of mind and develops the feeling of happiness.
2- His desire towards spiritual progress increases. He develops his nature for good deeds and his desire to eschew evil takes a firm footing.
The Holy Prophet had taught the following methods on order to accomplish the spiritual journey:-
1- To remember Allah while walking and strolling , sitting and squatting and even in sleep.
2- To offer five times prayers with an attentive soul.
3- To read and recite the Holy Quran.
4- To offer midnight supplementary prayers.
5- Purification of morals.
When you select your spiritual guid and swear allegiance, you should faithfully act upon the following principles:-
Unless you develop inner vision or your spiritual guide does not permit, you should not visit any other saint for seeking instructions or gaining bounty. Act upon his orders and instructions and guidance faithfully. Sit in his company silent and guard your manners. Maintain perfect manner and discipline in all your actions and movements in his company keeping in mind that it does not reach the stage of idolatry, that is, you should not bow so low as it may resemble RUKU.