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Between Hope and Despair
Vahshi Bafqi, a 16th-century Persian poet, is renowned for his deeply emotional and sorrowful poetry. His verses often reflect the torment of love, the anguish of separation, and the helplessness of a heart consumed by longing. In this ghazal, the poet laments his suffering, questioning how to endure the agony of love’s fire. With vivid imagery of a hidden beloved, restless nights, and unfulfilled desires, the poem beautifully captures the raw pain of waiting for someone who may never return.
By Rahatweb Website10 months ago in Poets
The Unbearable Weight of Love
Kalim Kashani, a 17th-century Persian poet of the Indian style, was known for his vivid imagery and deeply emotional verses. His poetry often captures the helplessness of a lover consumed by passion, the agony of unfulfilled love, and the sorrow of being unwelcome at the beloved’s door. In this ghazal, the poet laments the overwhelming weight of love, the absence of remedy for the heart’s torment, and the silent suffering hidden behind a forced smile. Through rich metaphors and melancholic beauty, he conveys the painful reality of a love that grants no solace.
By Rahatweb Website10 months ago in Poets
A Journey Beyond the World
Shah Nimatullah Wali, a 14th-century Persian poet and Sufi master, is known for his deeply spiritual and mystical poetry. His verses often reflect the idea of the soul's journey beyond the material world, seeking divine truth and ultimate union. In this ghazal, he portrays life as a fleeting passage, where the soul moves like a traveler, unbothered by worldly struggles. With imagery of the sea, open plains, and the path of truth, the poem invites the reader to rise above earthly concerns and embrace the spiritual journey toward the divine.
By Rahatweb Website11 months ago in Poets
The Wounds of Separation
Vahshi Bafqi, a 16th-century Persian poet, is renowned for his deeply emotional and sorrowful poetry. His verses often capture the torment of love, the pain of longing, and the agony of unfulfilled desires. In this ghazal, the poet expresses the grief of a love lost, where the beloved has departed, leaving the lover in tears and despair. Through vivid imagery of sleepless nights, unending sorrow, and the plea for kindness, the poem beautifully encapsulates the universal ache of separation and the desperate hope for a reunion.
By Rahatweb Website11 months ago in Poets
The House of Sorrow
This beautiful and melancholic ghazal by Mohammad Quli Salim Tehrani, a lesser-known 17th-century Persian poet, captures the essence of heartbreak and despair. Written in the Indian style of Persian poetry, it reflects deep emotional turmoil and the struggle of a soul yearning for solace. The poet's words paint a vivid picture of a heart turned into a house of sorrow, longing for love and peace.
By Rahatweb Website11 months ago in Poets
The Scentless Rose
Talib Amoli, a 17th-century Persian poet of the Indian style, was known for his delicate yet profound expressions of love, longing, and sorrow. His poetry often explores the idea of love as an unattainable dream, where the heart remains restless and unfulfilled. In this ghazal, he laments a life untouched by true love, questioning the worth of existence without passion. Through rich metaphors, he portrays the sorrow of a lover who waits endlessly, unsure whether love will ever arrive.
By Rahatweb Website11 months ago in Poets
Echoes of a Broken Heart
Rahi Mo'ayeri, a celebrated Persian poet of the 20th century, is known for his deeply emotional and melodious poetry. His verses often express the bittersweet agony of love, where longing and suffering become inseparable from devotion. In this ghazal, the poet speaks of the wounds endured in love’s path, the poison sipped from its cup, and the fire that consumes the heart. With vivid imagery and heartfelt sorrow, this poem captures the essence of a lover who has surrendered to love’s trials.
By Rahatweb Website11 months ago in Poets
The Cruelty of Love
Foroughi Bastami, a 19th-century Persian poet, masterfully conveys the agony of unfulfilled love in his poetry. This ghazal is a lament for the beloved’s indifference, where the poet questions the fairness of separation and the absence of loyalty. With striking imagery of a thirsty soul reaching the water’s edge yet denied a sip, he portrays the cruelty of love’s trials. The poem beautifully captures the universal longing for affection and the sorrow of unanswered devotion.
By Rahatweb Website11 months ago in Poets
The Chains of Love
Vahshi Bafqi, a 16th-century Persian poet, is known for his deeply emotional and passionate poetry. In this ghazal, he expresses the struggles and sacrifices of love, portraying devotion as both a blessing and a burden. His words convey a sense of longing, surrender, and the inevitability of love’s trials. This poem reflects the timeless theme of love as a force that transcends reason and societal judgment.
By Rahatweb Website11 months ago in Poets
The Essence of Love and Divine Presence
Saadi Shirazi, one of Persia’s greatest poets, masterfully captures the essence of divine love and unity in this ghazal. His words reflect a deep spiritual connection, where joy and sorrow, life and death, all stem from a single source—an omnipresent divine force. This poem is a reminder of the beauty in surrender, the sweetness in hardship, and the eternal presence of the beloved in every moment of existence.
By Rahatweb Website11 months ago in Poets
The Light of Love
Khwaju of Kerman, a renowned poet of the 14th century, holds a distinguished place in Persian literature. His poetry is imbued with elegance, love, and spirituality, reflecting profound emotions with a graceful simplicity. This exquisite ghazal is a testament to his mystical love and deep admiration for divine beauty.
By Rahatweb Websiteabout a year ago in Poets
When Loneliness Knocks
This beautiful poem by Qeysar Aminpour, with its simple yet profound language, delves into themes of separation and the enduring hope that lives in the hearts of lovers. Its delicate lines express the pain of longing and the desire for reunion, resonating deeply with anyone who has ever experienced love and distance.
By Rahatweb Websiteabout a year ago in Poets
