Ghazaliyat
List of Ghazals on Saraye Sokhan platform.
At dawn, the tavern's caller, seeking prosperity, Ghazal 488 by Hafez
by @hamed
In this ghazāl, Hafez delves into themes of spirituality, worldly attachments, and the pursuit of true knowledge. He uses vivid imagery and Sufi symbolism to convey his message. Key Themes: Spiritual journey: Hafez encourages the seeker to embark on a spiritual quest and to seek divine knowledge. Worldly attachments: He …
O uninformed one, strive to become knowledgeable, Ghazal 487 by Hafez
by @hamed
In this ghazāl, Hafez is urging the seeker to embark on a spiritual journey and to strive for divine union. He uses rich imagery and Sufi concepts to convey his message. Key Themes: Spiritual journey: Hafez encourages the reader to embark on a spiritual quest and to seek divine knowledge. …
Last night, a nightingale from a cypress branch, Ghazal 486 by Hafez
by @hamed
In this ghazāl, Hafez delves into themes of spirituality, worldly attachments, and the complexities of love. He uses rich imagery and allusions to convey his profound thoughts. Key Themes: Spiritual enlightenment: Hafez refers to the spiritual journey and the quest for divine knowledge. Worldly attachments: He warns against the dangers …
O cupbearer, it's a cloudy spring day by the stream, Ghazal 485 by Hafez
by @hamed
In this ghazāl, Hafez offers spiritual advice and critiques societal hypocrisy. He urges the reader to seek true spiritual fulfillment and to avoid the superficiality of worldly pursuits. Key Themes: Spiritual hypocrisy: Hafez criticizes those who claim to be spiritual but are inwardly corrupt. The pursuit of pleasure: The poet …
Unless you sit by a stream in desire, Ghazal 484 by Hafez
by @hamed
In this ghazāl, Hafez addresses a beloved, expressing a deep sense of longing, devotion, and frustration. He uses vivid imagery and poetic devices to convey his emotions. Key Themes: Love and longing: The poet expresses a deep longing for his beloved and the pain of separation. Spiritual purity: Hafez emphasizes …
At dawn, a traveler in a strange land, Ghazal 483 by Hafez
by @hamed
In this ghazāl, Hafez explores themes of spirituality, hypocrisy, and the search for meaning. He critiques religious hypocrisy and the pursuit of worldly possessions, while also expressing a desire for spiritual enlightenment and human connection. Key Themes: Spiritual hypocrisy: Hafez criticizes those who claim to be spiritual but are inwardly …
O heart, why don't you journey to the beloved’s lane? Ghazal 482 by Hafez
by @hamed
In this ghazāl, Hafez is urging his heart to actively pursue love and spiritual connection. He uses vivid imagery and metaphors to convey his message. Key Themes: Love and longing: The poet expresses a deep longing for his beloved and urges his heart to take action. Spiritual journey: Hafez uses …
Hear this point, that you may free yourself from sorrow, Ghazal 481 by Hafez
by @hamed
In this ghazāl, Hafez offers philosophical and moral advice, interspersed with personal desires and hopes. He touches on themes of destiny, the pursuit of pleasure, and the importance of humility. Key Themes: Fate and free will: Hafez explores the interplay between human agency and divine destiny. The pursuit of pleasure: …
O you who show no mercy in our killing, Ghazal 480 by Hafez
by @hamed
In this ghazāl, Hafez addresses a beloved, expressing a deep sense of longing, pain, and frustration. He criticizes those who are unkind and unsympathetic, and he expresses his desire for his beloved's attention and compassion. Key Themes: Love and longing: The poet expresses a deep longing for his beloved and …
It’s dawn, and dew is dripping from the winter clouds, Ghazal 479 by Hafez
by @hamed
In this ghazāl, Hafez invites the reader to indulge in the pleasures of life, particularly wine and music. He uses vivid imagery and poetic devices to create a sensual and evocative atmosphere. Key Themes: Carpe diem: The poet urges the reader to seize the day and enjoy life's pleasures. Spiritual …
Drink a cup of wine, a full measure, Ghazal 478 by Hafez
by @hamed
In this ghazāl, Hafez encourages the reader to embrace a life of pleasure and abandon worldly concerns. He uses the imagery of wine and love to convey a sense of liberation and spiritual awakening. Key Themes: Carpe diem: The poet urges the reader to seize the day and enjoy life's …
Two wise friends, and two mans of old wine, Ghazal 477 by Hafez
by @hamed
In this ghazāl, Hafez explores themes of contentment, the fleeting nature of life, and the power of divine providence. He uses vivid imagery and poetic devices to convey the intensity of his feelings. Key Themes: Contentment and simplicity: The poet extols the virtues of a simple life and contentment. The …