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Arise, let us take the Sufi’s robe to the tavern, Ghazal 373 by Hafez
Description: This ghazāl by Hafez is a celebration of a life devoted to love and spiritual seeking. The poet rejects the constraints of conventional religion and embraces the path of the Sufi, seeking divine union through love and intoxication.
Key Themes:
Love and devotion: The poet expresses a deep and unwavering devotion to his beloved.
Spiritual journey: The poet's journey towards spiritual enlightenment is often associated with the path of love.
Rejection of hypocrisy: The poet criticizes hypocrisy and the superficiality of religious practices.
The tavern as a symbol: The tavern is often used as a metaphor for a place of spiritual enlightenment.