Whispers of Divine Longing: A Journey Through Amir Khusro Dehlavi’s Ghazal
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In the dim light of twilight, the words of Amir Khusro—renowned as the Parrot of India—echo with the mystery of Sufi longing. His verses, rich with allegory and passion, invite us into a realm where beauty and pain merge, where every glance, every tear, speaks of a love so intense …
The Tale of Love Cannot be Contained in Scrolls
Saadi Shirazi, one of the most revered Persian poets of the 13th century, is celebrated for his profound insights into human nature, love, and spirituality. His ghazals often explore the depths of love and the ineffable nature of divine connection. One such ghazal begins with the line: "حدیث عشق به …
The Anguish of Separation
Awhadi Maraghai, also known as Awhadi Esfahani, was a distinguished Persian Sufi poet of the 14th century. Born in 1274/75 in Isfahan, he later settled in Maragha, where he spent the remainder of his life until his passing in 1338. His poetic works are celebrated for their depth, mysticism, and …
The Timeless Legacy of Classical Persian Literature
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Classical Persian literature stands as one of the world’s most enduring and influential literary traditions. Spanning roughly from the 9th to the 15th centuries, this golden age of Persian writing produced works that continue to captivate readers with their beauty, wisdom, and emotional depth. Rooted in the cultural and linguistic …
Fale-e Hafez Today (February 20, 2025)
Fal-e Hafez for Today (February 20, 2025)
An English Interpretation Inspired by Hafez’s Wisdom
Step 1: Set Your Intention
Begin with a clear question or concern in mind. For example: "What guidance does today hold for me?" Focus on this intention while invoking Hafez’s spirit with the traditional prayer: …
Persian Literature Influence on Western Literature
Persian literature, with its profound depth and rich history, has significantly influenced Western literary traditions. From the poetic expressions of love and mysticism to epic tales of heroism, Persian literary works have traversed cultural boundaries, inspiring and shaping Western authors and poets.
Early Encounters and Translations
The West's …
Whispers of the Divine: A Journey Through Saeb Tabrizi’s Mystic Ghazal
In the quiet glow of twilight, when the heart seeks solace and the soul yearns for eternal truths, the words of Saeb Tabrizi come alive. His ghazal—a tapestry woven from threads of mysticism, love, and longing—invites us into a sacred realm where every verse is a doorway to the divine. …
How long, oh beloved, will we suffer the torments of parting?
In the quiet twilight of longing and memory, I find myself returning again and again to this ghazal by Iraqi—a mystic whose verses are a mirror reflecting both the agony of separation and the rapture of love. The poem’s opening cry, “تا کی از دست فراق تو ستمها بینیم؟” (“How …