This ghazal by Saadi Shirazi is a deeply emotional expression of the pain of separation from a beloved. It vividly portrays the turmoil of a love-stricken heart, bound by longing and yet unwavering in devotion. Saadi uses rich metaphors—comparing the beloved to a cypress, swearing by the dust under their …

This ghazal by Saadi is a poetic meditation on love’s beauty, longing, and the enduring pain of separation. The poet marvels at the beloved's ethereal qualities, comparing them to heavenly and natural wonders. He speaks of the transformative power of love, where even lifeless walls bear the beloved’s image, and …

This ghazal by Saadi reflects themes of love, entrapment, and enduring the trials of passion. The poet likens his love to a caged bird and describes the bittersweet nature of longing and captivity. The imagery of a fly falling into honey and a ball struck by a mallet emphasizes the …

This ghazal by Saadi is a lyrical homage to the beloved, whose beauty and essence are depicted as divine and unparalleled. Drawing on mystical and natural imagery, Saadi likens the beloved’s lips to the fountain of eternal life, their beauty to the sun and moon, and their fragrance to the …

This ghazal by Saadi is a tender exploration of devotion, longing, and humility in love. He begins by portraying the beloved as the source of his vitality and the arbiter of his fate. Through exquisite imagery, Saadi conveys the beauty and power of the beloved, whose charm commands universal attention …

This ghazal by Saadi explores themes of love's overwhelming devotion and spiritual transformation. The poet reflects on the transformative power of love, as seen through the lens of legendary lovers like Majnun, Farhad, and Azra. Saadi emphasizes the futility of life and knowledge when disconnected from the beloved, suggesting that …

This ghazal by Saadi Shirazi is a poetic exaltation of the beloved’s unmatched beauty and charm, with the natural world and celestial wonders paling in comparison. The beloved’s allure captivates all, leaving no heart untouched, and even seasons of spiritual devotion like Sha’ban and Ramadan are powerless against their mesmerizing …

This ghazal by Saadi Shirazi explores the transformative power of love and beauty, portraying the beloved as a divine and miraculous force that transcends human understanding. Saadi marvels at the beloved’s ability to turn even pain into joy and challenges the notion of renouncing love, seeing it as an eternal …

This ghazal by Saadi Shirazi captures the intensity of unrequited love, the fleeting nature of life, and the beauty of the beloved that stirs longing and devotion. Saadi juxtaposes the beloved’s celestial allure with the transient woes of existence, underscoring the emotional turmoil of love. He meditates on the inevitability …

In this ghazal, Saadi uses rich metaphors to celebrate the beloved’s beauty and the transformative power of love, particularly in the spring season, a time of renewal. He marvels at the beloved’s charm, comparing it to natural elements like day and night, the cypress tree, and spring breezes. Saadi emphasizes …

In this passionate ghazal, Saadi delves into the overpowering nature of love, exploring how it defies reason and societal norms. He portrays love as a force that shatters caution and modesty, leaving the lover vulnerable to regret and longing. Using rich imagery of nature, such as roses and cypresses, Saadi …

In this heartfelt ghazal, Saadi Shirazi expresses a deep longing for union with his beloved, symbolizing either a human love or a divine connection. The poet describes the beloved as the source of his soul's comfort and healing, contrasting his lifeless state in the beloved's absence with the vitality and …