The town of Chisht, from which the Sufi Chishti Silsila derives its na

The town of Chisht, from which the Sufi Chishti Silsila derives its name, is located in

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Central Afghanistan

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The Chishtiya Silsila, one of the most influential Sufi orders in the Indian subcontinent, originated in the town of Chisht. Chisht is a small town located about 120 kilometers east of Herat in present-day Afghanistan.

The order was founded by Abu Ishaq Shami (d. 941-42 CE) in Chisht. However, it was Khwaja Mu’inuddin Chishti who is credited with introducing the order to India in the 12th century CE.

The Chishti order emphasized love, peace, tolerance, and detachment from worldly affairs. Its followers in India were known for their inclusive approach and popularity among both Muslims and non-Muslims. Ajmer Sharif Dargah of Khwaja Mu’inuddin Chishti is a major pilgrimage site.

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