This ghazal by Saadi blends themes of love, longing, and the overwhelming power of beauty. The poet admires the beloved's charm and allure, acknowledging the hardship of enduring their indifference. Saadi portrays love as both a blessing and a torment, marveling at the beloved's indescribable beauty and irresistible attraction. The …

This ghazal by Saadi explores themes of divine intoxication, love, and spiritual surrender. The poet describes a figure emerging from the tavern, symbolic of breaking free from worldly constraints. Casting off the facade of piety and embracing sincerity, the beloved captivates hearts with a burning presence likened to a flame. …

This ghazal captures the intense longing and admiration of the poet for their beloved, blending dreams and reality. Saadi paints the beloved as a celestial figure, irresistible and cruel in their beauty. The poet laments their unfulfilled desire, comparing their yearning to a parched wanderer deceived by a mirage. The …

This ghazal by Saadi Shirazi delves into the trials of love, the torment of separation, and the devotion of a lover. The poet begins with a lament for sleepless nights and contrasts the life-giving water reaching distant lands with the metaphorical drought of the heart. He critiques the beloved's inconsistency …

This ghazal captures Saadi's exploration of the irresistible power of love and beauty. The poet expresses how the beloved's allure transcends veils and captivates not only him but also countless others. Saadi illustrates his helplessness against the beloved's charm, comparing his suffering to that of a fish out of water. …

In this ghazal, Saadi Shirazi explores the overwhelming power of love and devotion. The poet vividly depicts how thoughts of the beloved overpower the beauty of nature and transform all other bonds into irrelevance. Saadi reflects on the suffering and sacrifices endured in love, viewing them as necessary and even …

This ghazal by Saadi Shirazi reflects themes of unrequited love, devotion, and introspection. The poet gracefully accepts rejection, offering unwavering service and expressing how deeply the beloved's presence is ingrained in their spirit. Saadi uses metaphors of brokenness and drunkenness to convey the depth of his surrender and emotional vulnerability. …

In this romantic ghazal, Saadi Shirazi marvels at the unmatched beauty and captivating allure of the beloved. He praises their physical charm and inner grace, comparing them to nature's finest wonders. The poet depicts the uncontrollable pull of love, embracing its joys and pains while dismissing worldly judgments. Saadi emphasizes …

In this heartfelt ghazal, Saadi Shirazi speaks to the enduring power of loyalty and devotion. The poet contrasts the king’s unchanging worth with his own unwavering commitment to the beloved, even in the face of hardship. Saadi celebrates love's resilience and the soul's yearning for the beloved’s presence, above all …

In this reflective ghazal, Saadi Shirazi contrasts the tension between rationality and the irrational nature of love. He portrays love as an all-consuming force, impossible to temper with logic or restraint. Saadi muses on the futility of a rational mind trying to sway a lover’s heart and celebrates the boundless …

This ghazal by Saadi Shirazi reflects on the irresistible allure of a beloved whose beauty is both captivating and disarming. Through imagery of bows, arrows, and fortresses, Saadi conveys how profoundly love has overwhelmed him, making even the smallest gestures of the beloved as powerful as armor in battle. The …

This ghazal by Saadi Shirazi explores themes of love, separation, and surrender. Saadi opens by asking for wine, symbolizing the desire for relief from the hardships of love. He describes the necessity of an almost divine intoxication to bear the weight of his longing and expresses the immense power of …