This ghazal by Saadi explores themes of love, devotion, and the spiritual journey toward the beloved. The poet reflects on the enduring mark of love in the heart, the ineffable beauty of the beloved, and the transformative power of love that unites scattered souls. Saadi contrasts the transience of the …

This ghazal by Saadi speaks of the intoxicating beauty and presence of the beloved, even in their absence. The poet weaves metaphors of musk, ambergris, and heavenly scents to express the yearning and spiritual connection with the beloved. The poem conveys the agony of separation, where days without the beloved …

This ghazal by Saadi expresses the depth of love and longing for the beloved. Saadi captures the paradoxical state of being physically present yet emotionally distant, consumed by thoughts of the beloved. Through vivid imagery of burning oud, grave-like nights, and dreams of reconciliation, the poet reflects on the pain …

This ghazal by Saadi reflects on the beauty, allure, and fleeting nature of the beloved, combined with a sense of resignation and acceptance of life's changes. Through metaphors of ripened fruit, torn veils, and flowing rivers, Saadi captures the inevitability of transformation and the passage of time. The poem juxtaposes …

This ghazal by Saadi expresses deep admiration and longing for the beloved's unparalleled beauty and charm. Through powerful imagery, Saadi conveys the transformative effect of witnessing such a radiant presence, likening it to the sun encircled by dark musk and comparing its allure to legendary lovers like Farhad and Shirin. …

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 …