The Garden of Persian Poetry: A Unique Collection of the Best Persian Poetry with Love, Spiritual, and Wisdom Themes: A Glance at 1000 Years of ... by Rumi, Hafiz, and Other Persian Poets)

by S. Morteza Lajevardi

Welcome to the fascinating world of Persian poetry! Immerse yourself in the captivating realm of Persian literature with The Garden of Persian Poetry , a unique anthology that offers a breathtaking journey through 1000 years of poetic excellence. From the spiritual wisdom of Rumi to the lyrical passion of Hafiz , from the meaningful poems of Attar to the profound reflections of Saadi and Khayam , each poet offers a distinct perspective on life, love, spirituality, and the human experience. The inclusion of contemporary voices such as Sohrab e Sepehri and Forugh e Farrokhzad ensures a connection between the past and the present, bringing the essence of Persian poetry into the modern world. Experience the Benefits of The Garden of Persian What's Included in This ★ This unique collection of poetry would be an elegant gift to yourself or others. Unlock the hidden gems of Persian poetry and embark on a transformative journey— order your copy of The Garden of Persian Poetry today. About the S. Morteza Lajevardi is the founder of the Peace and Love Institute and a native Persian speaker. He has excerpted The Garden of Persian Poetry from massive collections of Persian poetry, using his intuition to select the best poems of Persian literature.

122 pages, Paperback

Published June 28, 2023

About the author

S. Morteza Lajevardi, an esteemed teacher of practical spirituality and founder of the Peace and Love Institute in Montreal, Canada, is a luminary in the realms of wisdom and love. With a deep passion for spirituality, poetry, and personal development, Morteza has crafted profound translations of spiritually enriching poetry, illuminating the path to inner peace and enlightenment. His insightful books on men's health and personal development reflect his expertise as a researcher of the human mind and behavior. Morteza's life's work revolves around nurturing spiritual growth, promoting human well-being, and inspiring others on their transformative journeys.

Reviews

[Tanweer Dar · Rating 2 out of 5]

It's a real shame, but I felt much of the poetry here was lost in translation.

There was excessively repeated use of the words 'coquettish' and 'tapster', and lots of missing articles/pronouns (e.g. "of Beloved"). The translator said at the outset that he sought to capture the meaning rather than the rhythm, but this only added to the awkwardness of the lines.

There were a few beautiful images and I can well imagine the original Persian poetry that was selected for this collection was truly sublime.

[Tristan Reid · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting and intriguing glance into historical Persian literature.

The Garden of Persian Poetry: A Unique Collection of the Best Persian Poetry with Love, Spiritual, and Wisdom Themes: A Glance at 1000 years of Persian Literature, curated by S. Morteza Lajevardi is a beautiful anthology of short poems that gives a fantastic insight into the historical culture of Persia. The strong theme throughout this book is spirituality and monotheism, which may not be to everyone's pallet.

[J.A. Martin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Passions of the Ancients

The beauty of poetry is that it transcends all cultures, time periods, and peoples. I felt the words of the ancient poets Amari, Tusi, and Ganjavi. Khusro was also very potent in my mind. This book will stay with you long after you have turned the last page.

[Martin Shone · Rating 2 out of 5]

I'm disappointed. I was hoping to find something here but the 65 poets (880AD to 2000AD) all felt rather similar to each other, whether it was through the translation or something else I'm not sure.

The editor chose to render them through their meanings rather than their rhythm so maybe this is the reason.