Raja Ashman Shah
Raja Ashman Shah ibni Almarhum Sultan Azlan Muhibbuddin Shah Al-Maghfur-lah was a notable member of the Perak royal family, born on 28 December 1958 in George Town, Penang, Malaya. He was the third son of Sultan Azlan Shah of Perak and Raja Permaisuri Tuanku Bainun. Raja Ashman Shah passed away on 30 March 2012.
Education and Career
Raja Ashman Shah received his early education at the St. John's Institution in Kuala Lumpur. He pursued higher education in economics at the University of Nottingham in the United Kingdom. He further earned a master's degree in law from Cambridge University and a diploma in Business Law from the University of London.
Professionally, Raja Ashman Shah was known for his involvement in various business ventures, contributing significantly to the economic landscape of Malaysia. His educational background in law and economics was instrumental in his professional endeavors.
Sufi Involvement
Apart from his professional life, Raja Ashman Shah was deeply involved in Sufism. He was a prominent figure in the Naqshbandi Haqqani Sufi Order, where he held an ijazah from Shaykh Nazim 'Adil al-Haqqani. Known affectionately as Sheikh Raja within the Sufi community, he served as the representative of Shaykh Nazim in Malaysia and Singapore, promoting spiritual teachings and the tenets of the Sufi order.
Family
Raja Ashman Shah was part of a distinguished royal lineage. His siblings include:
- Raja Nazrin Shah, the current Sultan of Perak.
- Raja Azureen, noted for her contributions to charitable causes.
- Raja Eleena, a prominent lawyer and businesswoman.
- Raja Yong Sofia, involved in various social welfare activities.
Raja Ashman Shah's legacy is remembered for his contributions to both the royal family and the spiritual community in Malaysia.
Legacy
Raja Ashman Shah's passing was a significant loss to both the royal family and the Sufi community. His work in bridging modernity with traditional spiritual practices continues to influence many in Malaysia and beyond.