Province: Punjab
His writings in the Siri Guru Granth Sahib: 118 salokas, 4 shabads

Shiek Farid is one of those Sufi saints who by their spiritual influence initiated many onto a similar path. While fanatical Muslim invaders had violated the spirit of Islam by their misdeeds, Sheikh Farid, redeemed its image.

Sheikh Faridudin Masaud Shakarganj, who was born of Bibi Kursam and Sheikh Jamaluddin. In 1173 at Kothiwal (Chawal Mushaikhan) in district of Multan, he became a disciple of Khwaja Kutubdin Bakhtiar Kaki of Multan where he did hard penance. He spent 15 to 20 years at Hansi and then stayed at Ajodhan which was later known as Pak Pattan.

In recognition of his deep piety, sacrifices and his spiritual ability, Khwaja Bakhtiar Kaki appointed him leader of the Chisti Order. His life was an excellent example of patience, contentment and humility. He was a man of meagre means. A mud hut, bread made of jawar and simple garments constituted his wealth. The offerings were never spent on domestic needs.

Baba Farid had a lot of love and kindness for his fellowmen. Hence he was known as Shakarganj (store of sweetness). This sweetness can be seen in his Sholkas.

Extracted from Gurbani De Racheta by Abnashi & Guruvinder Singh