Drunk on the wine of the beloved
Book Description
Step into the mystical realm of one of Persia's most celebrated spiritual poets through this enchanting collection of ninety-five verses. Hafiz, who lived from 1326 to 1390, stands as a towering presence in both Islamic literature and mystical achievement, weaving together profound spiritual wisdom with rich sensual imagery that speaks directly to the soul.
This collection presents Hafiz's mastery of the ghazal, a traditional poetic form of rhymed couplets that celebrates the intoxicating nature of divine love. Here, wine becomes the central metaphor for spiritual ecstasy, capturing every dimension of the seeker's journey from joyful abandon to painful yearning, from bewilderment to complete surrender.
Through Thomas Rain Crowe's free-verse renditions, readers enter Hafiz's mystical Winehouse, populated by happy minstrels, an enchanting Winebringer, and fellow travelers whose hearts perpetually cry out for deeper connection with the divine. Each poem offers the guidance of a wise spiritual companion who understands both the intoxication and the longing that mark the path toward God.
These verses invite contemporary seekers to experience the timeless wisdom of Sufi mysticism through poetry that celebrates the beautiful paradox of spiritual intoxication. Hafiz's voice reaches across centuries to offer counsel, comfort, and inspiration to anyone drawn to the mysteries of divine love and the transformative power of surrender.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~3 hours)
📄 Length: 106 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Sufi mystical teachings
- ✓ Explore Poetry
- ✓ Explore Middle Eastern
- ✓ Explore Poetry (poetic works by one author)
- ✓ Explore Islam - Sufi
- ✓ Explore General
- ✓ Explore Persian Sufi poetry
- ✓ Explore Religion
