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New Ghazal Posted: If my moon would lift the veil from her face, Ghazal 9 from Saadi
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If my moon would lift the veil from her face, Ghazal 9 from Saadi
Description: In this ghazal, Saadi Shirazi reflects on the overwhelming power of love, describing it as both intoxicating and consuming. The poet admires the unmatched beauty of his beloved, whose unveiled face would outshine the sun itself. This love, however, defies reason, as Saadi loses all sense upon seeing her. He explores the paradox of yearning—the more one seeks relief, the deeper the love’s grasp becomes. Saadi also emphasizes that true love is what elevates humanity above mere survival, suggesting that without it, one’s existence is no different from that of animals. Despite his own warnings to avoid love's entrapments, he acknowledges love's power over even the strongest. This ghazal beautifully captures the themes of love, beauty, and the transformative impact of passion on the soul.