Contributions of Amir Khusrau to the development of Hindavi
Hindavi was an another concept was coined by Khusrau. Amir Khusrau primarily wrote in Persian. But,
- Some verses in Hindustani (Hindavi) are attributed to him, though evidence suggests he may not have written them before the 18th century.
- The Hindustani verses are written in a very contemporary language.
- Khusrau composed a Punjabi war ballad.
- He was proficient in Sanskrit and Arabic.
- His poems are still performed at Sufi shrines across Pakistan and India.
Amir Khusrau- Life, Work and Contribution
Abu’l Hasan Yamīn ud-Dīn Khusrau, popularly known as Amir Khusrau (1253 to October 1325). He was the first Islam musicologist in Indian art and culture. Khusrau is considered an Indo-Persian Sufi singer who was also a spiritual disciple of Khwaja Syed Muhammad Nizamuddin Auliya (Popularly known as Hazrat Nizamuddin).
This article will discuss, Amir Khusrau’s biography, his profession and major works in contemporary times, his contributions to Indian art and culture, and much more.
Table of Content
- Overview – Amir Khusrau Biography
- Who Was Amir Khusrau?
- Profession and Works of Amir Khusrau
- Contributions of Amir Khusrau to Sufism
- Contributions of Amir Khusrau to the development of Hindavi
- Major Books Written By Amir Khusrau
- Legacy of Amir Khusrau
- Tughlaq Dynasty and Amir Khusrau
- Khilji Dynasty and Amir Khusrau
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