New Video Posted: The Ecstasy of Fondness - Hafez

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The Ecstasy of Fondness - Hafez

Description: Hafez, one of the greatest and most beloved of Sufi poets, is a paragon of softness, passion and mesmerising poetry. Here, Richard Rudd takes a playful approach to Hafez, using his Divan (the collected poems) as it is used in modern day Iran – as an oracle to guide us in a journey into love. Crafted over several months, this monologue takes some radical twists and turns as the spirit of Hafez appears in Richard’s life, weaving friendship, revelation and unexpected synchronicity into a canvas of insight and intrigue. The completed monologue was sent to Iran where a living Setar Master recorded the beautiful soundtrack over the words.

New Video Posted: The Genius of Persian Literature - 10 Giants

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The Genius of Persian Literature - 10 Giants

Description: In this video I talk about top 10 Persian poets you should know, as a great introduction to Persian literature and history. I will briefly talk about the poets, their legacy, example poems to give you a flavour. At the end I will also discuss the common themes among them and importance of Persian language. I will also tell you two of my favourites. But first let me answer the question, why Persian poetry.

New Video Posted: Canada Provincial Minister Reads Saadi Poem

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Canada Provincial Minister Reads Saadi Poem

Description: Persian Poetry have a unique content that all the people of the world are interested in Persian Poetry and feel good by listening to Persian Poetry. In this interesting video you can see some examples. in the Canadian parliament, Canada Provincial Minister Reads Saadi Poem

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New Video Posted: Who is Hafez? Persian Poems with Translation

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Who is Hafez? Persian Poems with Translation

Description: Who is the Original Lisan ul Ghaib?
No one talked about hypocrisy and duplicity better than Hafez.

Khwāje Shams-od-Dīn Moḥammad Ḥāfeẓ-e Shīrāzī (Persian: خواجه شمس‌‌الدین محمّد حافظ شیرازی), known by his pen name Hafez (حافظ, Ḥāfeẓ, 'the memorizer; the (safe) keeper'; 1325–1390) and as "Hafiz",[ was a Persian lyric poet, whose collected works are regarded by many Iranians as a pinnacle of Persian literature. His works are often found in the homes of people in the Persian-speaking world, who learn his poems by heart and use them as everyday proverbs and sayings. His life and poems have become the subjects of much analysis, commentary and interpretation, influencing post-14th century Persian writing more than any other Persian author.

Hafez is best known for his Divan of Hafez, a collection of his surviving poems probably compiled after his death. His works can be described as "antinomian" and with the medieval use of the term "theosophical"; the term "theosophy" in the 13th and 14th centuries was used to indicate mystical work by "authors only inspired by the holy books" (as distinguished from theology). Hafez primarily wrote in the literary genre of lyric poetry or ghazals, that is the ideal style for expressing the ecstasy of divine inspiration in the mystical form of love poems. He was a Sufi.

New Rubaei Posted: Quatrain 60 from Rubaiyat of Rumi

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Quatrain 60 from Rubaiyat of Rumi

Description: English Translation of the Quatrain

If you have life, come and give it back there,
To that place where you were from the beginning.

The soul heard one thing from there and came,
It heard a hundred things but could not return there.

Analysis of the Quatrains

The Call to Return: The poet invites the reader to return to a primordial state, suggesting a journey back to the source of existence.
The Soul's Journey: The soul is depicted as having traveled from a place of unity and knowledge to the material world, where it has forgotten its origins.
The Limitations of Sensory Experience: The soul's inability to return to its original state is linked to the limitations of sensory experience and the distractions of the material world.

New Rubaei Posted: Quatrain 59 from Rubaiyat of Rumi

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Quatrain 59 from Rubaiyat of Rumi

Description: English Translation of the Quatrain

If you don't carry the scent of wine in this street, don't come.
If you don't wet your garments in this stream, don't come.

That other side, from which all directions come,
Be that side and don't come to this side.

Analysis of the Quatrains

The Invitation and Exclusion: The quatrain seems to be an invitation to a specific kind of person, while at the same time excluding others.
The Symbolic Meanings: The "wine" and the "stream" are often symbolic in Sufi poetry, representing divine love or spiritual intoxication.
The Ultimate Reality: The "other side" refers to a higher spiritual realm or the ultimate reality.
The Call to Transcendence: The final line invites the reader to transcend the material world and unite with the divine.

New Rubaei Posted: Quatrain 58 from Rubaiyat of Rumi

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Quatrain 58 from Rubaiyat of Rumi

Description: English Translation of the Quatrain

What sorrow is there that we should remember him?
Why should we inscribe his image on our hearts?

Sorrow is but a foolish hope,
If we don't sacrifice our heads, let's uproot it.

Analysis of the Quatrains

The Futility of Sorrow: The poet questions the value of dwelling on sorrow and suggests that it is a foolish hope.
The Heart and Memory: The heart is seen as a place where memories are inscribed, and the poet suggests that one should not burden their heart with sorrow.
The Sacrifice of the Ego: The final line suggests a radical solution to overcome sorrow, which is to sacrifice one's ego or "head."

New Rubaei Posted: Quatrain 57 from Rubaiyat of Rumi

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Quatrain 57 from Rubaiyat of Rumi

Description: English Translation of the Quatrain

For an eternity, I have not seen your garden,
Nor that drowsy, languid narcissus of yours.

You are hidden from people, like loyalty,
For a long time, I have not seen your face.

Analysis of the Quatrains

The Beloved's Absence: The poet expresses a longing for the beloved, who is compared to a garden and a narcissus.
Hidden Beauty: The beloved is described as being hidden from the world, similar to the virtue of loyalty.
The Passage of Time: The poet emphasizes the long duration of their separation from the beloved.

New Rubaei Posted: Quatrain 56 from Rubaiyat of Rumi

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Quatrain 56 from Rubaiyat of Rumi

Description: English Translation of the Quatrain

Love is the path and way of our Prophet,
We are born of love, and love is our mother.

O our Mother, hidden in our veil,
Concealed from our infidel nature.

Analysis of the Quatrains

Love as a Path: Love is presented as the ultimate path to spiritual enlightenment, following in the footsteps of the Prophet.
Love as Mother: Love is personified as a mother, suggesting a nurturing and protective role.
The Hidden Nature of Love: Love is described as being hidden or concealed, perhaps referring to its mystical or spiritual nature.
The Infidel Nature: This refers to the ego or the lower self, which is seen as an obstacle to spiritual realization.

New Taraneh Posted: Parandeh

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Parandeh

This song paints a vivid picture of a soul trapped in a cage of its own making. The imagery of a bird, once free to soar the skies, is now confined and fearful. The lyrics convey a deep sense of sadness, regret, and a longing for a lost freedom. The singer is grappling with the consequences of past choices and the weight of their regrets. The song suggests a theme of missed opportunities and the pain of being trapped in a life that feels unfulfilled.

New Hekayat Posted: Hekayat 17 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

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Hekayat 17 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

One year, I was traveling from Balkh to Bamiyan, a route notorious for being dangerous due to bandits. A young man, a bold and powerful warrior, joined me for protection. He was strong enough that it took ten able men to string his bow, and no one could bring him…

New Hekayat Posted: Hekayat 16 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

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Hekayat 16 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

A pious man passed by a wealthy nobleman who was punishing a servant by binding his hands and feet tightly. He said, “Oh son, God Almighty has granted you authority over another of His creations and has given you a higher station. Show gratitude for this divine blessing and do…

New Hekayat Posted: Hekayat 15 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

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Hekayat 15 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

One of the great religious leaders lost a son. When people asked what should be inscribed on his son's grave, he replied, “The verses of the Holy Book are far too honored and noble to be written on such places where, over time, they would wear away, people would pass…

New Hekayat Posted: Hekayat 14 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

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Hekayat 14 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

A man suffered from an eye ailment and went to a veterinarian for treatment. The veterinarian applied the same remedy he used on animals, which caused the man to go blind. When the case was taken to court, the judge ruled that the veterinarian bore no responsibility. He said, “If…

New Hekayat Posted: Hekayat 13 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

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Hekayat 13 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

A Hindu man was learning the skill of fire-juggling with oil. A wise man remarked to him, “For someone whose home is made of reeds, this is not a game to play.” Do not speak until you know your words are truly right,And say nothing if you know it won’t…

New Hekayat Posted: Hekayat 12 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

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Hekayat 12 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

One year, a quarrel broke out among the pilgrims traveling on foot to Mecca, and I was among them. In truth, we got into a scuffle, striking each other and giving in to the vices of anger and strife. I overheard a person seated comfortably in a litter say to…

New Hekayat Posted: Hekayat 11 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

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Hekayat 11 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

When I was a child, I asked an elder about the signs of maturity. He said, “It is written that there are three signs: reaching fifteen years of age, experiencing nocturnal emission, and the growth of facial hair.” “But in truth,” he continued, “there is only one real sign, and…

New Hekayat Posted: Hekayat 10 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

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Hekayat 10 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

A poor dervish’s wife was pregnant, and after years of longing, the dervish had still not been blessed with a child. He vowed, “If God Almighty grants me a son, I will give everything I own to other dervishes, except for the cloak on my back.” By chance, a son…

New Hekayat Posted: Hekayat 9 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

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Hekayat 9 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

It is mentioned in the writings of wise scholars that a scorpion is not born like other animals. Instead, it devours its mother’s insides, tearing her belly open, and then escapes into the desert. The skins found in a scorpion’s nest are remnants of this act. I once shared this…

New Hekayat Posted: Hekayat 8 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

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Hekayat 8 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

I saw a Bedouin telling his son, "O my son, on the Day of Judgment, you will be asked what deeds you have earned, not to whom you are related." Meaning, they will ask you about your actions, not about who your father was. The cloth of the Kaaba, which…

New Hekayat Posted: Hekayat 7 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

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Hekayat 7 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

  I heard an elder teacher advising his disciple, saying, “My son! If a person placed as much trust in the Provider as they do in the provision, they would surpass the rank of angels. God did not forget you in that stateWhen you were a hidden, senseless drop of…

New Hekayat Posted: Hekayat 6 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

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Hekayat 6 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

A king entrusted his son to a scholar, saying, “This child is yours; raise him as you would one of your own sons.” The scholar accepted this duty and devoted several years to teaching the prince. Despite his efforts, he achieved no significant progress with him, while his own sons…

New Hekayat Posted: Hekayat 5 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

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Hekayat 5 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

A pious man's son came into a great inheritance from the legacy of Oman. He immediately began to indulge in sin and excess, squandering his wealth extravagantly. In short, there was no vice he didn't engage in, nor any drink he didn’t taste. Once, I advised him, saying, "My child!…

New Hekayat Posted: Hekayat 4 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

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Hekayat 4 from Chapter 7 of Golestan of Saadi

In the Western lands, I once saw a schoolteacher who was sour-faced, bitter in speech, ill-tempered, and prone to tormenting others. He was miserly, lacking piety, and his very presence ruined the happiness of Muslims. His recitation of the Qur'an darkened the hearts of those who heard it. A group…