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Saraye Sokhan offers a comprehensive collection of articles exploring the lives and works of both classic and contemporary Persian writers and poets. Discover in-depth profiles of literary giants like Ferdowsi, Rumi, and Saadi, as well as emerging contemporary voices shaping the Persian literary landscape. Learn about their inspirations, influences, and contributions to the rich tapestry of Persian literature.
Abu Abdullah Jafar ibn Muhammad (Rudaki)
Jafar ibn Muhammad
By hamed on September 07, 2024
Alias: Rudaki, title: Abu Abdullah
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Jafar ibn MuhammadMany works of Rudaki have survived, showcasing his mastery of the Persian language and his poetic skill. His poems are often romantic, laudatory, and lyrical, while also containing deep philosophical and social insights.
Rudaki: The Father of Persian Poetry
Abu Abdullah Ja'far ibn Muhammad ibn Hakim ibn Abdul Rahman ibn Adam Roudaki Samarkandi, a renowned Persian poet of the Samanid era, lived in the 4th century AH (10th century CE). He is considered the master of poets of the early 4th century …
Hakim Abul-Qasem Ferdowsi (Ferdowsi)
Abul-Qasem Ferdowsi
By admin on August 14, 2024
Alias: Ferdowsi, title: Hakim
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Ferdowsi's literary output is primarily defined by his magnum opus, the Shahnameh. This epic poem, composed over three decades, is a monumental work of Persian literature, chronicling the history of Persia from mythical origins to the Islamic conquest. While other works have been attributed to him, including the narrative poem …
Ferdowsi: The Bard of Persia
Abul-Qasem Ferdowsi (c. 940-c. 1020) stands as one of the greatest literary figures in Persian history. Hailing from the village of Pazh, near the city of Tus in Khorasan, Iran, he was born into a family of Iranian landowners. Though details of his early life …
Molana Jalāl ad-Dīn Muhammad (Rumi)
Jalāl ad-Dīn Muhammad
By admin on August 13, 2024
Alias: Rumi, title: Molana
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The Divan of Shams of Tabriz: Rumi's most famous collection of poetry, primarily consisting of ghazals (love poems) and quatrains.
Masnavi-ye Manavi (Spiritual Couplets): A six-volume epic poem, often referred to as the "Persian Koran," exploring a vast range of spiritual and philosophical themes.
Fihi Ma Fih (In Him is All): A …
Rumi: The Mystic Poet
Jalāl ad-Dīn Muhammad Rūmī, more commonly known as Rumi, was a 13th-century Persian poet, Islamic scholar, and Sufi mystic whose profound spiritual insights and lyrical poetry continue to resonate centuries after his death.
Born in Balkh, present-day Afghanistan, around 1207, Rumi hailed from a family …
Vahshi Vahshi Bafghi (Vahshi)
Vahshi Bafghi
By admin on August 09, 2024
Alias: Vahshi, title: Vahshi
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Vahshi Bafghi primarily composed in the traditional Persian poetic forms of:
Ghazals: Love poems with a strict rhyme scheme and meter.
Ruba'is: Quatrains, often with philosophical or reflective themes.
Qasidas: Longer, more formal poems, typically in praise of a patron or on specific occasions.
His most renowned work, however, …
Vahshi Bafghi: The Master of Romantic Poetry
Vahshi Bafghi (1532-1583) was a renowned Persian poet, celebrated for his passionate and evocative verse. Born in the agricultural town of Bafq, near Yazd in central Iran, Vahshi's early life was immersed in a rich literary environment. Under the tutelage of his brother …
Umar ibn Ibrāhīm Nīsābūrī Ghiyāth al-Dīn Abū al-Fatḥ (Omar Khayyam)
Ghiyāth al-Dīn Abū al-Fatḥ
By admin on August 07, 2024
Alias: Omar Khayyam, title: Umar ibn Ibrāhīm Nīsābūrī
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As mathematician, he made significant strides in algebra, particularly in solving cubic equations through geometric methods. His contributions to astronomy were equally impressive, including the creation of highly accurate astronomical tables and calendar reform. However, his poetic works that have garnered him enduring fame. The Rubáiyát, a collection of quatrains …
Omar Khayyam: The Polymath of Persia
Omar Khayyam (Ghiyāth al-Dīn Abū al-Fatḥ ʿUmar ibn Ibrāhīm Nīsābūrī) was a Persian polymath renowned for his contributions to mathematics, astronomy, philosophy, and poetry. Born in Nishapur, Iran, around 1048, he lived during the Seljuk dynasty, a period marked by significant intellectual and cultural …
Sheikh Muslih al-Din Abu Muhammad Abd-Allah ibn Musharrif (Saadi)
Muslih al-Din Abu Muhammad Abd-Allah ibn Musharrif
By fatemeh on August 03, 2024
Alias: Saadi, title: Sheikh
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Bustan (The Orchard): A didactic poem composed entirely in verse, exploring ethical and spiritual themes.
Gulistan (The Rose Garden): A collection of prose and poetry offering insights into human behavior and society.
Four books of love poems (ghazals)
Longer mono-rhyme poems (qasidas)
Quatrains and shorter pieces
Lesser works in prose and poetry
Saadi Shirazi: A Master of Persian Poetry and Wisdom
Saadi Shirazi, a towering figure in Persian literature, was born around 1210 in Shiraz, Iran. His keen observations of life, coupled with a deep understanding of human nature, have made his works timeless classics.
Known for his extensive travels throughout …
Khwaja Shams-ud-Din Muhammad (Hafez)
Shams-ud-Din Muhammad
By fatemeh on August 03, 2024
Alias: Hafez, title: Khwaja
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Divan of Hafez
Hafez's oeuvre is primarily composed of ghazals, a form of lyric poetry characterized by its intricate rhyme scheme and thematic depth. His verses are a rich tapestry of love, loss, wine, and spirituality. While often interpreted as purely romantic, his poetry is imbued with profound Sufi mysticism, …
Hafez: The Persian Master of Words
Hafez, born Khwaja Shams-ud-Din Muhammad Hafez-e Shirazi, was a renowned Persian lyric poet whose works are considered pinnacles of Persian literature. Born in Shiraz, Iran, around 1325, he earned the title "Hafez" for memorizing the Quran at a young age. This later became …