The Maestro of Mercy: Mujeeb Jaihoon’s Soulful Tribute to Kerala’s Hidden Saint

Islamic Voice reports on ‘The Maestro of Mercy’, Mujeeb Jaihoon’s deeply moving homage to Shaykh Muhyiddeen al-Shadhili

Islamic Voice, July, 2025

Dubai, UAE Acclaimed Indian author and cultural thinker Mujeeb Jaihoon has released his latest literary offering, The Maestro of Mercy, a deeply moving biography of Kerala’s revered Sufi saint, Shaykh Muhyiddeen al-Shadhili, also known lovingly as Athippatta Moideen Kutty Musliyar.

Available now in paperback, hardcover, and Kindle editions on Amazon, the 137-page volume is far more than a biographical account; it is a spiritual homage. Jaihoon crafts a portrait of a man whose quiet acts of mercy, deep faith, and resistance to worldly acclaim transformed the hearts of many across Kerala’s Malabar region.

“To describe the depth of his benevolence would be akin to containing the ocean in a cup,” writes Jaihoon, capturing the saint’s essence with poetic reverence.

Far from seeking limelight, the Shaykh devoted his life to hidden acts of charity, grassroots education, and a spirituality rooted in humility and self-effacement. Through personal stories and poignant reflections, Jaihoon sheds light on the Shaykh’s silent revolution against ego and extravagance.

Jaihoon also reflects on the collective regret of a community that admired the saint but failed to fully heed his wisdom. With The Maestro of Mercy, he hopes to revive the spiritual legacy of a figure who stood as a moral compass for his time.

About the Author
Mujeeb Jaihoon is known for blending poetic eloquence with spiritual insight. His works span genres of travelogue, poetry, and social commentary and have been translated into several languages, including Urdu, Tamil, Malayalam, French, and Italian. A recipient of the Sree Narayana Guru Sreshta Award for Best Author (2022) and the UAE National Award for Educational Excellence (2024), Jaihoon continues to inspire readers around the world with his evocative prose and profound vision.

The Maestro of Mercy is a heartfelt invitation to rediscover a life lived in service, simplicity, and silence, an enduring message for today’s noisy world. ( https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FC3285TP )

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