Pakistan, June 26 -- This is the 17th 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.

Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya shared a profound spiritual bond with his nephew, Maulana Taqiuddin Nooh.

After every namaaz, the young man would ask God to grant years of his own life to his uncle, so that the saint could continue to benefit the world. The prayer was answered and Taqiuddin died young. Nizamuddin Auliya was overcome with grief, not only by the loss but also by the quiet sense that his nephew's life had been shortened to extend his own. He withdrew from public life, spoke very little and gave up foo...