Description: (Persian Sunni Muslim preacher and Sayyid)
Mu'in al-Din Chishti was a prominent Persian Islamic scholar and mystic who settled in the Indian subcontinent during the early 13th century. He established the Chishtiyya order of Sunni mysticism, which emerged as the leading spiritual order in medieval India. Known as Khawaja Gharib Nawaz, he was highly respected for his compelling spiritual sermons and teachings marked by charisma and compassion. His renown extended for his reputed spiritual abilities, including miraculous journeys, clairvoyance, and encounters with angels. Mu'in al-Din Chishti is remembered for his significant role in Islamic mysticism, notably for pioneering the integration of music into devotional practices to enhance the accessibility of faith.