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Ecstatic Poetry From Around The World: Poetry Chaikhana Anthology

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Poetry Chaikhana Anthology is a collection of some of the most ecstatic and mystical poetry from around the world. The anthology features poems by Rumi, Hafiz, Kabir, Mirabai, Lalla, Bulleh Shah, Waris Shah, Baba Farid, Shah Abdul Latif Bhitai, and Rabia Basri. These poems are full of passion, devotion, and wonder, and they offer a glimpse into the mystical traditions of the world's great religions.

Rumi

Rumi was a 13th-century Persian poet, mystic, and theologian. He is considered one of the greatest poets of all time, and his work has been translated into many languages and is read by millions of people around the world. Rumi's poetry is full of love, wisdom, and compassion, and it offers a path to spiritual enlightenment.

This Dance of Bliss: Ecstatic Poetry from Around the World (Poetry Chaikhana Anthology 2)

This Dance of Bliss: Ecstatic Poetry from Around the World (Poetry Chaikhana Anthology Book 2)

by Ivan Granger

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One of Rumi's most famous poems is "The Guest House." This poem describes the soul as a guest house, and it encourages us to welcome all guests, even those who are difficult or unwelcome. Rumi writes:

This being human is a guest house. Every morning a new guest arrives. A joy, a depression, a meanness, some momentary awareness comes as an unexpected visitor. Welcome and entertain them all! Even if they are a crowd of sorrows, who violently sweep your house empty of its furniture, still treat each guest honorably. He may be clearing you out for some new delight. The dark thought, the shame, the malice, meet them at the door laughing, and invite them in. Be grateful for whoever comes, because each has been sent as a guide from beyond.

Hafiz

Hafiz was a 14th-century Persian poet. He is known for his beautiful and lyrical poetry, which is full of love, wisdom, and wit. Hafiz's poetry has been translated into many languages and is read by millions of people around the world.

One of Hafiz's most famous poems is "The World Is a Rose." This poem describes the world as a rose, and it encourages us to enjoy the beauty of the world while we can. Hafiz writes:

The world is a rose, and we are its thorns. Let us enjoy the beauty of the rose, And not be pricked by its thorns.

Kabir

Kabir was a 15th-century Indian poet and mystic. He is known for his simple and direct poetry, which is full of wisdom and compassion. Kabir's poetry has been translated into many languages and is read by millions of people around the world.

One of Kabir's most famous poems is "The World Is a Dream." This poem describes the world as a dream, and it encourages us to wake up to the reality of God. Kabir writes:

The world is a dream, and we are its dreamers. Let us wake up to the reality of God.

Mirabai

Mirabai was a 16th-century Indian poet and mystic. She is known for her passionate and devotional poetry, which is full of love for Krishna. Mirabai's poetry has been translated into many languages and is read by millions of people around the world.

One of Mirabai's most famous poems is "The Song of the Bride." This poem describes the love between Mirabai and Krishna. Mirabai writes:

I am the bride of Krishna, And he is my beloved. We are united in love, And nothing can separate us.

Lalla

Lalla was a 14th-century Indian poet and mystic. She is known for her simple and direct poetry, which is full of wisdom and humor. Lalla's poetry has been translated into many languages and is read by millions of people around the world.

One of Lalla's most famous poems is "The World Is a Net." This poem describes the world as a net, and it encourages us to break free from the net of illusion. Lalla writes:

The world is a net, And we are its fish. Let us break free from the net, And swim in the ocean of God.

Bulleh Shah

Bulleh Shah was an 18th-century Punjabi poet and mystic. He is known for his simple and direct poetry, which is full of love, wisdom, and compassion. Bulleh Shah's poetry has been translated into many languages and is read by millions of people around the world.

One of Bulleh Shah's most famous poems is "

This Dance of Bliss: Ecstatic Poetry from Around the World (Poetry Chaikhana Anthology Book 2)

by Ivan Granger

4.7 out of 5