Chishti

The Chishti, or Chishtiya, is a well-known Sufi order within Islam that originated in South Asia in the 10th century. Named after the city of Chisht in Afghanistan, it emphasizes love, compassion, and devotion to God through spiritual practices like prayer, meditation, and service. Chishti saints are revered for their humility and efforts to promote peace and harmony among people of diverse backgrounds. Their teachings focus on inner purification and universal love, making them influential in spreading Islamic spirituality and fostering social cohesion in the regions they have touched.