Pain is Shy
In the return of their soul to the Beloved, lovers rediscover their true nature and their pain hesitates in the embrace of the dear one.
In the return of their soul to the Beloved, lovers rediscover their true nature and their pain hesitates in the embrace of the dear one.
A rose questions a lovestruck nightingale, confused by his obsession. He reveals a distorted view of the world, fueled by love.
Intellectual inertia within the Islamic world hindered the advancement of dream interpretation, despite Ibn Sireen’s contributions.
Journey through life’s trials and triumphs, finding resilience and courage amidst destiny’s challenges, writes Mujeeb Jaihoon.
While exploring the bittersweet ache of yearning, the Rose and the Nightingale question the weight of secrets.
We may be forgetful of the Lord, but He will never abandon us and as we remain the dark night, His light shows us the way, writes Jaihoon
In a philosophical dialogue with Qais, the mad lover, Jaihoon explores the extremes of love, questioning moderation and celebrating devotion.
We water plants and hastily expect fruits ignoring their emotional identity. When they fail, we blame climate change- writes Jaihoon.
Jaihoon’s poem explores the intertwined nature of love and pain, using classic references to illustrate their inseparable bond.