Ahmad Sirhindi

Ahmad Sirhindi, born on June twenty-six, fifteen sixty-four, was a prominent Indian Islamic scholar and theologian during the Mughal Empire. As a member of the Naqshbandī Sufi order, he played a crucial role in the religious landscape of his time, advocating for orthodox Islamic practices.

Sirhindi is best known for his staunch opposition to heterodox movements within the Mughal court, particularly the Din-i Ilahi, which was promoted by Emperor Akbar. His commitment to preserving Islamic orthodoxy and challenging the prevailing religious trends of his era earned him the title of Mujaddid, or