Ilahi

Beyond the religion, Akbar’s court developed a dialect known as Dakhini or simply the register. Under the guidance of his courtier Abul Fazl, the language used in the Ain-i-Akbari (the administration manual) was refined. However, the most famous linguistic contribution was the use of "Ilahi" as an exclamation of royal favor or grace.

An Ilahi (or Ilahiler in Turkish) is a genre of religious music or hymns. These are often performed in Sufi gatherings to induce a state of spiritual ecstasy. Beyond the religion, Akbar’s court developed a dialect

While the technically died with Akbar (it had only 18 followers and was rejected by orthodox clergy), the word "Ilahi" survived in the subcontinent as a synonym for "majestic" or "divinely royal." It remains a common surname among some communities in Pakistan and India, signifying descent from the court of Akbar. An Ilahi (or Ilahiler in Turkish) is a