Urs Festivals – Ajmer Sharif
History of the Urs
Add Your Heading Text HereThe Urs Festival is an annual commemoration of the death anniversary (Urs) of the great Sufi saint, Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti (RA), also known as Khwaja Garib Nawaz – “The Benefactor of the Poor.”
He arrived in India from Persia in the 12th century and settled in Ajmer, Rajasthan, where he spread the message of love, unity, peace, and devotion to God. The word Urs in Arabic means ‘wedding’, symbolizing the saint’s union with the Divine.
Every year, millions of devotees from all faiths and backgrounds visit Ajmer Sharif Dargah during the Urs to pay their respects and seek blessings. The festival usually lasts for 6 days, marked by Qawwalis, Chadar offerings, langar (free food), and special prayers.
Importance of Ajmer Sharif
Ajmer Sharif is considered one of the most sacred Sufi shrines in the world. It holds deep spiritual significance as the resting place of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti (RA), who was known for his deep compassion, miracles, and spiritual wisdom.
People believe that wishes made at Ajmer Sharif with a pure heart are always fulfilled. The shrine promotes a message of interfaith harmony, as people from all religions visit without any discrimination. The Urs is not just a religious occasion – it is a spiritual gathering that brings together lakhs of people in a bond of peace, humility, and unity.
History of the Urs
Add Your Heading Text HereThe Urs Festival is an annual commemoration of the death anniversary (Urs) of the great Sufi saint, Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti (RA), also known as Khwaja Garib Nawaz – “The Benefactor of the Poor.”
He arrived in India from Persia in the 12th century and settled in Ajmer, Rajasthan, where he spread the message of love, unity, peace, and devotion to God. The word Urs in Arabic means ‘wedding’, symbolizing the saint’s union with the Divine.
Every year, millions of devotees from all faiths and backgrounds visit Ajmer Sharif Dargah during the Urs to pay their respects and seek blessings. The festival usually lasts for 6 days, marked by Qawwalis, Chadar offerings, langar (free food), and special prayers.
Quotes & Hadiths
“Love all and hate none.”
— Khwaja Garib Nawaz (RA)
“He who loves my Sunnah has loved me, and he who loves me will be with me in Paradise.”
— Hadith (Tirmidhi)
“The best among you are those who bring greatest benefit to others.”
— Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
“Feeding the hungry and helping the needy is the real devotion.”
— Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti (RA)