Brevity Kills Love’s Soul
A passionate plea for patience in expressing love’s depth.
Jaihoon Poems
Poems by Mujeeb Jaihoon
I am late, Your Mercy so early
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
Lunacy: The Only Moderation in Love
In a philosophical dialogue with Qais, the mad lover, Jaihoon explores the extremes of love, questioning moderation and celebrating devotion.
That Night Ended Medinized
Lovers’ souls merge in one another while narrating their celestial yearning for Medina, writes Mujeeb Jaihoon.
The Forgotten Flora
We water plants and hastily expect fruits ignoring their emotional identity. When they fail, we blame climate change- writes Jaihoon.
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 Lured Shirin, You killed Farhad
Jaihoon’s poem explores the intertwined nature of love and pain, using classic references to illustrate their inseparable bond.
Sweet Love, Bitter death!
We all fear death. But more fearsome is the absence of our dear ones, writes Mujeeb Jaihoon.
Your Name is Enough
As we get weary of life’s strife, we find solace in the name of the Beloved, who is the mantra of joy and hope for us in both worlds