Leila’s Mirage of Sanity
A once-wise queen finds herself lost in a desert of longing, seeking the return of her sanity through the love of her distant Majnun.
2004 Poems
In Cry is a Joy
Gentleness is a superhuman quality which is unfound among the majority. Hence, its upholders deserve respect— asserts Jaihoon in this poem.
How sweet is HIS Fear
A seeker without a spiritual comprade is worth no more than a rotten crop wrought with drought and despair- Mujeeb Jaihoon’s poem on spiritual kinship
The Merchant who Defied the Storm of Fate
A God-conscious Merchant who praised the Lord twice— upon hearing the sinking of his ship and then knowing the ship belonged to someone else.
Thirst is as Tasty as Water too
The thrill and joy of seeking from the Divine is perhaps more exhilarating than discovering the Sought— Mujeeb Jaihoon explains why.
Reflections in the Pain-Mirror
Not a single day passes in lovers’ lives without tears, reflecting each other’s longing in the ancient pain-mirror— reminds Jaihoon.
Bind Us With Your Bond
Lovers’ fervent prayer seeking marital happiness and a deeper sense of peace while making their love a shining example for others.
The Poet’s Blind Spot
The poet, who is knowledgeable in abstract concepts, is taken to task for his ignorance of everyday things.
A Garden’s Plea
A poetic exchange where flowers lament human indifference, urging appreciation for nature’s gifts, amidst the chaos of daily life.
I Thrive on Your Love-Bread
A lover constantly struggles to maintain a spiritual connection amidst earthly temptations, writes Mujeeb Jaihoon.