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The Sultan-ul-Hind, Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti (RA), is a beacon of spiritual light who illuminated the hearts of millions with the message of Tauheed (Oneness of Allah) and universal love.
Who Are the Friends of Allah?
The Qur’an honours the awliya, the saints of Allah, in these words:
أَلَآ إِنَّ أَوْلِيَآءَ ٱللَّهِ لَا خَوْفٌ عَلَيْهِمْ وَلَا هُمْ يَحْزَنُونَ
ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ وَكَانُوا۟ يَتَّقُونَ
لَهُمُ ٱلْبُشْرَىٰ فِى ٱلْحَيَوٰةِ ٱلدُّنْيَا وَفِى ٱلْـَٔاخِرَةِ ۚ لَا تَبْدِيلَ لِكَلِمَـٰتِ ٱللَّهِ ۚ ذَٰلِكَ هُوَ ٱلْفَوْزُ ٱلْعَظِيمُ
“Indeed, the friends of Allah—there will be no fear concerning them,
nor will they grieve. They are those who believed and were mindful
of Allah. For them are glad tidings in this life and in the
Hereafter. The words of Allah cannot be changed. That is the supreme
triumph.”
(Surah Yunus, 10:62–64)
The Friends of Allah (Awliya) are not worshipped nor given divine status—they are honoured because they reflect Allah’s mercy in the world. Their lives are lanterns that guide humanity. They are known for their humility, service, and constant remembrance of Allah.
In every age, Allah has raised such men and women to remind people of His presence. In India, Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Hasan Chishti (RA) stands as one of the greatest saints, whose presence continues to leave a timeless impact.
Islam did not spread in India by the sword or by politics—it spread through the hearts of the Awliya . The Sufi saints embodied the Qur’an and Sunnah, teaching not by force but by kindness.They welcomed people from every walk of life, embracing seekers of all backgrounds with love and compassion. Through their hospitality and compassion, millions embraced Islam voluntarily, seeing in the saints the reflection of the Prophet ﷺ.
The langar tradition, which still continues at Ajmer Sharif, was one of the most powerful means of dawah. Hungry travellers, poor villagers, and seekers of truth were fed, respected, and embraced without discrimination. Seeing such mercy, people recognized the truth of Islam.
When Khwaja Moinuddin Hasan Chishti (RA) arrived in Ajmer in the late 12th century, the region was dominated by pride, injustice, and divisions of caste. Instead of confronting rulers with power, he chose to confront hearts with love.
Service to the Poor: He opened his door to beggars, widows, and travellers. His home became a shelter for all.
Compassionate Preaching: He did not impose Islam; he invited with gentleness, quoting Qur’an and speaking with wisdom.
Living Sunnah: His humility, fasting, night prayers, and generosity were so striking that people saw in him a reflection of the Prophet ﷺ.
Langar Tradition: He established communal meals where Muslims and non-Muslims sat together. This broke social barriers and taught equality.
Miracles (Karamat): Many chroniclers narrate that Allah blessed him with miracles—healing the sick, feeding the hungry, and protecting the oppressed—strengthening people’s faith in his truth.
His noble character and radiant example inspired entire communities around Ajmer to turn towards the light of Islam. His disciples—such as Khwaja Qutbuddin Bakhtiyar Kaki (RA), Baba Farid Ganj-e-Shakar (RA), and Khwaja Nizamuddin Auliya (RA)—continued this mission across North India, spreading the Noor far and wide across the land.
The saints transformed Hindustan not with weapons, but with zikr, sama‘, and khidmat (service). Where there was despair, they brought hope. Where there was hunger, they brought food. Where there was division, they brought unity.
Khwaja Sahib’s impact was so immense that he became known as “Sultan-ul-Hind” (The King of India), not because he ruled lands but because he ruled hearts. Today, Ajmer Sharif continues as a spiritual capital where people of all faiths still find solace.
The Dargah of Ajmer is not an isolated shrine. It is the heart of a living chain of Awliya:
Through this chain, the fragrance of Ajmer reached every corner of India, shaping its spiritual and cultural identity.
The Friends of Allah are the hidden treasures of this world, and Khwaja Gharib Nawaz رضي الله عنه was the crown jewel of Hindustan. Through love, service, and remembrance of Allah, he transformed Ajmer into a beacon of Islam. His legacy continues in every meal served at the langar, in every prayer whispered at the shrine, and in every seeker who comes from across the world.
The saints are not the destination—they are the signposts. They point beyond themselves to Allah جل جلاله, the One Friend of all creation.
