KNMA in collaboration with Tales of City

Streets to Stories | City as Museum Festival

‘Sufi Souls and Qawwali Echoes’

The Light of Delhi: life and teachings of Hazrat Chiragh-e-Delhi, and what is sufism with Rana Safvi

Date: 20 Nov 24

Time: 4.00pm - 6.00pm

Meeting point: Pracheen Shiv Mandir

Nearest Metro Station: Chirag Delhi Gate 4, take an auto to Pracheen Shiv Mandir

About the walk: Hazrat Nasiruddin, fondly called "Roshan-e-Chirag Delhi" or "The Illuminating Lamp of Delhi," earned this title for his profound spiritual insight, embodying hope and guidance for the people of 14th-century Delhi during a turbulent era. Join historian Rana Safvi on a mystical journey to explore the life of this revered Sufi saint, whose shrine stands as a testament to time, reflecting its deep cultural and religious significance even today.

Author’s Bio:

Rana Safvi is a historian and author deeply committed to India's rich cultural heritage and diverse civilizational legacy. Her work spans a variety of media including writings, podcasts, videos, and translations. With a remarkable portfolio, she has authored ten books that delve into topics ranging from culture and history to the monuments of India. Notable titles among her works include "Tales from the Quran and Hadith," "The Delhi Trilogy: Where Stones Speak," "The Forgotten Cities of Delhi," "Shahjahanabad: The Living City of Old Delhi," "A Saint, A Folk Tale and Other Stories," and "In Search of The Divine: Living Histories of Sufism in India."

Additional information

Female participants should bring head coverings and all participants should be modestly dressed *no shorts for men.