A Blessed Feast of Love and Devotion
The Langar of Ajmer Sharif Dargah is one of the most sacred traditions that unites hearts from every part of the world. Every day Ruhani, thousands of zayireen devotees take part in this barkati divine act of sharing food an offering of muhobbat love, compassion, and faith in the ruhaniyat of Hazrat Khwaja Garib Nawaz (R.A.).
The Langar is more than a food meal, it is a message of ekta equality, where everyone, regardless of religion, nationality, or status, sits together and eats from the same pot Subhan Allah.
As soon as the Langar at Ajmer Sharif Dargah India was about to finish running low, a humble following companion and devoted Khadim aapke bhai Hazrat Khwaja Fakhruddin Gurdezi R.A would approach him with extreme modesty of great adab and sit,“ Huzoor, we need provisions for the Langar,” meekly with folded hands. Allahu Akbar!
And, miraculously, the required ingredients would appear, and the Langar would go on uninterrupted – to feed both the needy and the yatris. Subhan Allah, such was the benevolence and glory of Khwaja Garib Nawaz. Ye Sab Allah Taal Ki Rehmate Hain.
The history of Langar started almost 900 years ago with the entry of Hazrat Khwaja Garib Nawaz (R.A.), who taught humanity a new message of ekta unity, and service Khidmate Khalq.
It is said that Hazrat Khwaja Garib Nawaz just have to hold the corner of his mat, and underneath it, provisions for the Langer will mysteriously appear by the grace of Almighty Allah. From that time, this miracle is unbroken currently at the Ajmer Sharif Dargah, where Langar is run and every day thousands of people are being fed.
This service of the spirit is still carried by the Khadims of Ajmer Sharif, who are the custodians of the holy shrine and the real heirs of the legacy and continues with the directives of Gaddi Nasheen Ajmer Sharif, this Langar presented as a token of love and service from the spiritual pilgrimage.
The Heart of the Langar
The two grand cooking pots, the Badi Deg and the Choti Deg, are placed inside the courtyard of the Dargah Sharif. These were made in the form of presents of the Mughal emperors themselves. In 1567,
Emperor Akbar rewarded the Badi Deg for cooking nearly 4800 kilograms of food in one time, and Emperor Jahangir rewarded the Choti Deg for cooking nearly 2,400 kilograms of food at Dargah Sharif.
The Niyaz is boiled in the Deg to make sweet rice, Dal Gosht, Biryani, Pulao, Tahari, or Korma, whichever the Devotees does Niyaz depending on the income devotes.
It is cooked with pure ghee or ghee of Cow’s milk, Rice, Saffron, Sugar, Dried fruits, and few things. After cooking when the Niyaz is distributed and eaten in general, it is reffered as Niyaz Langar, i.e. the free spreaded Boon to all whomever it went.
Niyaz, Langar & Offerings at Ajmer Sharif
Food offered at Ajmer Sharif is called Niyaz, which is a divine act of devotion that is performed to fulfill one’s wishes or to give praise to Khwaja Garib Nawaz. Indians, as well as devotees from the UK, USA, Canada, and Europe, have contributed to Deg, Langar and Bhandara at Ajmer Sharif through the Syed Ajmer Sharif Official website.
They render financial aid, making them a part of the holy event from miles away. You can also donate:;Deg Cooking Donation Badi or Choti Deg; Langar or Bhandara Service; Chadar, Flowers and Niyaz; Urs Ajmer Sharif; Nazrana or Special Dua;
Every offering joins with this regular service provided to thousands at the Dargah of Kwaja Garib Nawaz. Hence, every pure-hearted service is indeed Sufi.
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Dargah Sharif is filled with people for weeks in Its remembrance from all the faiths with their immense various languages, food, and clothes. The Langar, Ziyarat, Dua, and Niyaz of the saint’s teaching seem peaceful. In addition to the annual Urs, A special Chatti Sharif Langar is held every sixth lunar month,
It is the most spiritual awareness this occasion when devotees sponsor degs in the name of their families, businesses, or fulfillment of a vow. It is true the nenovaas of this rite bring peace, prosperity, and spiritual blessings.. It's easy.
Cooking the Langar, Devotion in Every Ingredient
Considering that every Langar meal is prepared with a lot of devotion by the Khadim Sahab of Ajmer Sharif, who actually supervises from the cleaning of the Deg to the presentation of the food after the cooking. The food has genuine thoughts put into cooking as ingredients that include ghee, rice, saffron, dry fruit, flour, and aromatic water are added to the food remembering Alto. All these are prepared outside in the courtyard, and the devotees can see the food that has already been cooked. Additionally, many individuals reserve their Deg online and have it presented in person or from abroad. Whether you may join the Dargah or give from abroad, your name and wish are part of the Langar prayer.
How to Take Part in Ajmer Sharif Langar
It is easy and blessed to participate in Langar at Ajmer Sharif. One can, at ease, donate degs, Chadars, Bhandara, etc., from the official Syed Ajmer Sharif website with an option for online donations and the booking of Deg, Chadar, etc. How to Contribute: as an order is;. Bank Transfer or PayPal: for international such UK, US, Canada, Europe devotees.
Stripe & WhatsApp Chat: instant offering. Ajmer Sharif Contact Number: WhatsApp the assistant directly on the contact for any help and arrangement of Niyaz offering. This facility is designed to allow all the devotees worldwide to participate in the spiritual cooking of thousands visiting Ajmer Sharif every day.
Ajmer Sharif Dargah timings slightly change according to sunrise and sunset but the general timings are for opening to closing. The following are the most common timings of the Dargah:
Opening: Early Morning Fajr prayers.
Closing: Late night after Isha prayers,
Note: During special days like Urs Sharif, Ramzan, and Chatti Sharif stay open for purpose of Ziyarat, Darshan, and Dua. Visitors are advised to please visit the official website of Syed Ajmer Sharif for the timetable and special events. Every visitor can offer a chadar, make a deg donation, and sit in silence within the sacred courtyard.
The Power of Faith and Unity
Langar of Ajmer Sharif is not just a tradition; it embodies the living essence of Khwaja Garib Nawaz’s message that real worship is serving people. You do not just donate to be a part of Langar. Niyaz Bhandara, regardless of the magnitude of this small Nazrana or the entire Deg offering transcends borders blessing all involved. And thousands of people testify to being granted their hearts’ desires and ache before contributing to this holy cause. The sheer simplicity of this Langar’s grace is evident in how it is made, served free of prejudice and offered for Allah’s memory.
Join the Circle of Blessings
Join in this act of timelessness today. Either visit the Syed Ajmer Sharif Official website and make your generous contribution, contact Khadim Sahab on WhatsApp for further guidance, or just spread the message of Khwaja Garib Nawaz — the epitome of love,, and unity. By giving to the Ajmer Sharif Langar, you are not providing food to people. You are participating in a chain of compassion that has been extended for generations and will forever continue to bless humanity.