Mid 18th Century
Resting Place: Inner Mazar Sanctum, Azimpur Choto Dayera Sharif, Dhaka
Key Contributions:
- Founding of Azimpur Choto Dayera
- Consecration of Historic Mosque
- Institutional Langar Khana
Founder of Azimpur Choto Dayera Sharif
Sufi Rawshan Ali (R.A.)
Sufi Rawshan Ali acquired the sacred grounds in Azimpur, Dhaka, and established the permanent institution of Khanqah-e-Dayemiya. He personally oversaw the construction of the historic congregational mosque and hospice.
He established the unbroken tradition of free communal meals (Langar), night-vigil prayers, and open counsel to travelers and seekers regardless of creed or status.
Core Teachings & Guidance
- Sacred Hospitality
- Community Langar
- Patience & Humility