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New Ghazal Posted: Do not believe, my dear, that I have another friend but you, Ghazal 111 by Saadi
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Do not believe, my dear, that I have another friend but you, Ghazal 111 by Saadi
Description: This ghazal by Saadi is a heartfelt expression of undying devotion and the all-encompassing nature of love. Saadi declares that no one but the beloved occupies his thoughts and heart, emphasizing the universal nature of being entrapped by the beloved's beauty and charm. He confronts those who judge his love, affirming that only those who have not seen the beloved would criticize it. Saadi accepts the hardships and rivals that come with love, comparing them to the thorns that accompany a rose. The poem also highlights the divine and transformative aspect of love, as Saadi suggests that love is an open secret, visible and undeniable in the world. It celebrates love as a shared experience, both personal and universal.