"What use are sugary lips and roses that look like God, Without his kiss or smothering embrace?"
For years I have heard Hindi songs that has been inspir"What use are sugary lips and roses that look like God, Without his kiss or smothering embrace?"
For years I have heard Hindi songs that has been inspired by the poetry of this beloved Persian Sufi Poet Hafiz. I have to say his poems are just beautiful, I am in love with the way he uses the metaphor of wine to represent divine love, and his poems are full of rich and evocative description of drunkenness.
For example, in one poem he writes:
I am drunk on the wine of the Beloved, And I know not where I am or who I am. My heart is lost in the ocean of love, And I am drowned in the waves of ecstasy.
This verse is a beautiful expression of the feeling of being completely consumed by love. Hafiz's use of the metaphor of wine is particularly effective, as it conveys the sense of intoxication and abandon that comes with falling in love with the divine.
Another thing I love about Hafiz's poetry is its wisdom. For example, in one poem he writes:
The world is a riddle, And the only answer is love. So love with all your heart, And let go of all your worries.
Hafiz was a controversial figure in his own time. His poems were often seen as being subversive and heretical, and he was accused of promoting drunkenness and libertinism. However, Hafiz's poems were also immensely popular, and he was revered by many as a great spiritual teacher.
Be warned: once you start reading Hafiz's poems, it's hard to stop. You may find yourself neglecting your work, your family, and your social life in order to spend more time with his words.
But it's worth it. Hafiz's poetry is a gift, and it has the power to transform your life.
So if you're feeling thirsty for love, pick up a copy of "Drunk on the Wine of the Beloved" and get ready for a wild ride....more
"The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám" inspired me with its lyrical beauty and profound insights. I am wondering if the translated version was this beautifull"The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám" inspired me with its lyrical beauty and profound insights. I am wondering if the translated version was this beautifully lyrical, with in-depth meaning attached to every single verse, the ones written in the orginal language would have been something beyond imagination.
Reading this book, reminded me that our lives are fleeting, love is both a balm and an ache, and the pursuit of truth is a path best explored through our own experiences. The words had a philosophical depth to it.
Khayyám's quatrains, portrayed love as a force that both uplifts and torments the human heart. He mused, "A Book of Verses underneath the Bough, A Jug of Wine, a Loaf of Bread—and Thou Beside me singing in the Wilderness� Oh, Wilderness were Paradise enow!" ...more
"For love, I would willingly walk through fire, traverse the seven seas, and endure the torments of the world. Layla is my destiny, and no force in th"For love, I would willingly walk through fire, traverse the seven seas, and endure the torments of the world. Layla is my destiny, and no force in the heavens or on earth can extinguish the flame that burns within me."
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This is the story of Layla and Majnun, two souls entwined in an intense and forbidden love.
Layla, a woman of extraordinary beauty and grace, whose mere presence illuminates the world around her. Majnun, on the other hand, is a young man deeply consumed by his love for Layla. Their paths cross in their youth, igniting a flame that would burn fiercely for years to come.
As the story unfolds, we witness the relentless obstacles that Layla and Majnun face in their pursuit of love. Society's disapproval, familial obligations, and societal norms conspire to keep them apart. Yet, their hearts remain steadfast, unyielding to the forces that seek to tear them asunder.
Nizami has been able to capture the depth and intense if their love story with wonderful verses, such as:
"Layla is the beating of my heart, the blood that courses through my veins. Without her, I am a desert, devoid of life and purpose. I would gladly sacrifice my sanity for a moment in her embrace"
"Love has made me a wanderer in the wilderness of my own mind. I have become a solitary soul, lost in the labyrinth of my love for Layla. Madness is the price I pay for the ecstasy of loving her."
Among the countless beautiful verses, one that truly touched me❤️ is:
"In your light, I learn how to love. In your beauty, how to make poems. You dance iAmong the countless beautiful verses, one that truly touched me❤️ is:
"In your light, I learn how to love. In your beauty, how to make poems. You dance inside my chest, where no one sees you, but sometimes I do, and that sight becomes this art."
- Rumi
The book invites readers on a journey of love, mysticism, and self-discovery.
Each verse unveils a hidden truth, leaving me both enchanted and enlightened. The book serves as a guiding light, illuminating the path to inner transformation and spiritual awakening.
It's a treasure trove of poetic brilliance that stirs the heart and ignites the imagination....more
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