The man who invented sitar, Tabla and wrote "Chaap Tilak"
- ByAnup Dey
- 06 Jan, 2025
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Khusro’s career was intricately linked with Delhi’s royal courts, serving under multiple dynasties including the Mamluks, Khaljis, and Tughlaqs. His Persian and Hindavi compositions captured the grandeur and turmoil of the era. A polymath, he authored historical chronicles, riddles, and playful couplets alongside profound spiritual works. His linguistic innovations, such as blending Persian and Hindavi, laid the foundation for modern Urdu.
Beyond his literary prowess, Khusro revolutionized Indian music. Credited with inventing the sitar and introducing new ragas, he also pioneered Qawwali, a devotional music form that remains central to Sufi traditions. His songs like "Chhap Tilak Sab Chhini" and "Aaj Rang Hai" resonate in cultural and religious gatherings to this day.
Khusro’s spiritual journey was deeply tied to his mentor, Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya, a revered Sufi saint. Their bond was marked by mutual admiration and devotion. When Nizamuddin passed away in 1325 CE, Khusro composed a poignant couplet expressing his grief: "Gori sover sej par, mukh par daare kes; Chhal Khusro ghar aapne, rain bhayi sab des." Unable to bear the loss, Khusro followed his mentor within six months, resting eternally near Nizamuddin’s shrine in Delhi.
Khusro’s legacy transcends time. His compositions are celebrated in Bollywood, Qawwali sessions, and religious ceremonies. As a bridge between cultures, his work continues to inspire unity, creativity, and spirituality. Amir Khusro remains a symbol of India’s rich, syncretic heritage, a luminary whose art and soul illuminate paths of peace and harmony.
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