Pakistan, June 24 -- This is the 15th article in a special series by Ally Adnan that brings to life memorable incidents from the rich and fascinating life of Hazrat Amir Khusrau, whose timeless legacy continues to inspire the world

Nizamuddin Auliya's fame spread far and wide during the 13th century. People from across the region regularly visited his khanqah in search of spiritual solace, blessings and guidance. The growing popularity of the Sufi saint had not gone unnoticed by the royal court, which viewed it with suspicion. Sultan Jalaluddin Khilji, the founder and first ruler of the Khilji dynasty, wished to meet Nizamuddin Auliya in order to personally gauge his spiritual prowess and understand the nature of his remarkable hold over...