URS
The
urs, acommomerative celebration is held in the solemn memory of Khwaja
Muin-nddin Chisti, a prighly respected sufi saint fondly revered as
the benefactor of the poor, popularly known as Gareeb Nawaz. The Dargah
Sharif in Ajmer, is the place where the Saints mortal remains lie
burried and is the site of the largest Muslim Fair in India. Chadar;
Ghilaph & Neema which are votive offerings for the tomb are offered
by several hundred thousand devotees. Mehfils & Qawwalis are held
and mass prayer calls for the eternal peace of the mankind. An
interesting ritual is the looting of Kheer (Milk Pudding) which is
cooked in two large cauldrons called Degs and distributed to the
devotees as tabarruk (blessed food).
The
urs, acommomerative celebration is held in the solemn memory of Khwaja
Muin-nddin Chisti, a prighly respected sufi saint fondly revered as
the benefactor of the poor, popularly known as Gareeb Nawaz. The Dargah
Sharif in Ajmer, is the place where the Saints mortal remains lie
burried and is the site of the largest Muslim Fair in India. Chadar;
Ghilaph & Neema which are votive offerings for the tomb are offered
by several hundred thousand devotees. Mehfils & Qawwalis are held
and mass prayer calls for the eternal peace of the mankind. An
interesting ritual is the looting of Kheer (Milk Pudding) which is
cooked in two large cauldrons called Degs and distributed to the
devotees as tabarruk (blessed food).