Mujeeb Jaihoon

Tag: Metaphysic

The Haven of Hope

In an age of demonic deceit, Love, beauty and truth have fled to take shelter in the city of the

Bravery Failed, Deception Won

Amidst turmoil, a poet’s heartfelt plea to the Holy Prophet for solace and guidance in a world consumed by chaos.

Why Conceal Your Meem?

A fervent longing to see the Beloved echoing a universal voice to those yearning for a spiritual connection with Holy

Hence, Medina

Jaihoon’s poem seeking solace and spiritual renewal in the city sanctified by the Prophet’s (PBUH) presence.

My Unseen Beloved

A heart gallops, yearning, humming the song of an unseen Beloved

Your Love-Moments

Mujeeb Jaihoon unveils the essence of the sublime love and devotion for the Holy Prophet in this enchanting symphony of

The Cure for Sour Times

Whenever life sails through bad waters, saluting the Beloved will help to calm the storm threatening our existence— asserts Mujeeb

Were it not for Meem

Be it the saga of Miraj or the assembly at mahshar, the Beloved Meem is always the keynote in the

The Midnight Meet

The lover’s unusual visit on a cold night, forgoing sleep and rest, leaves the beloved in doubt about his intentions.

The Eid of my Existence

The day the lover gets to meet his Beloved Meem shall be the eid of his life-career and he shall

Hence: the Beloved

Just as the moon beautifies the sky, the Beloved Meem completes the joy, beauty and meaning of this world— writes

Hail the Beloved

The love for Beloved Meem is the the beat of our hearts, the pleasure of our veins, the vision of

Milad Nabi: The Heyday of Womanhood

Women deserve special celebration on the Holy Prophet’s birthday whose last words were for women’s kind treatment— insists Mujeeb Jaihoon.

Were you not Lost?

Were humanity not lost until the Lord guided them through mission of His Beloved, asks Mujeeb Jaihoon in an eulogy

Rocks too May Wither with Love

Poison may aspire for honey and Jackals may cry like sheep, Nay even Abu Lahab’sheart once felt for the Beloved—

Justify my Worship

A true Devotee worships without questioning the purpose, driven by faith in the Creator— writes Mujeeb Jaihoon.

The First Time

e it from the moth to the flame or the cup to the wine, the first time is indeed the

The Carnival

Ever since they climbed the mount of Meem’s love, the lovers became strangers to themselves— writes Mujeeb Jaihoon.

The Key and Plea

A seeker does not need the boat or the bridge to cross the turbulent river of Love, says Khidr, the

The Eternal Connection

Unlike human communications, invoking the Almighty doesn’t require technology.— writes Mujeeb Jaihoon

To the Merciful Tyrant

Believers prefer the prison of Almighty’s fear to the freedom of their desires while wishing Him to be their thirst

The Crown of Meem-Madness

Mujeeb Jaihoon makes a final plea to bring him again to Medina so that he can set on fire those

I Leave My Heart Behind

The poet submits at Rawdha that though he is leaving Medina, his soul and its true joy reside in the

Beside the Hero of Worlds Twin

Bystanders cannot blame Medina’s lover who became proud and possessive as he stood closer to the air that danced around

Love Annihilates Sanity

A seeker would naturally see the shell when he comes seeking the pearl. The same applies to pilgrim of love

Gifts from the Meem-Sojourn

Mujeeb Jaihoon’s response to those who enquire about what gifts has the poet brought from the land of Meem.

Let us March to Meem

At these dark times when we have gathered at the funeral of our humanity, the only hope is in the

A Bubble in the Storm

Why should I take the the side of the Heart in its battle against the Intellect, wonders Mujeeb Jaihoon in

An Advice, though Not So Wise

Only true friends’ disapproval may apparently hurt our indulgent intellect but will cheer our innocent heart, writes Mujeeb Jaihoon

Thus I Greet, my Heartbeat

Despite aspiring for the Beloved Meem in the sweetest and dearest of metaphors, Mujeeb Jaihoon still feels they are inadequate.

My Sincere Mirror

True friends will swing the twin-sword of praise and criticize and will reflect for us our merits and faults- writes

His Abode, My Source Code

Mujeeb Jaihoon admits that he’s a lifeless rock until the Divine rain creeps in and then the spring of poetry

Curiosity in Love

Jaihoon invokes the spirit of Rumi to seek an answer for the voluntary, not obligatory, nature of the greetings said

Not a Scar

Destiny may allow the demolition of Ka’aba in the last days. But even in those chaotic times, Medina’s Palace will

Meem made me Human Again

As we fail in our Divine duties and are ashamed to raise hands in prayer, the love of Beloved inspires

The Feast of Truth

Al Amin, the Trustworthy, has promised us a feast at al-Kawthar. The Afterlife, hence, is inevitable for the very same

Beyond the Beloved

The glory of the Creator can alone transcend the greatness of His Beloved Prophet— admits Jaihoon while returning from the

Miraj: The Love-Matter

Despite witnessing the glorious wonders and unknown worlds, the Beloved returned back to the earth because of his love for

Heed to My Rant and Want

In a desperate cry to the Lord, invoking the name of the Beloved who taught humanity the art of calling

Wounds Scream in Dream

Pain suffered in the the semi-conscious world throbs more than what we experience in the conscious world— writes Mujeeb Jaihoon

Nowhere but Him

The weak and oppressed will naturally run to the Mighty King upon whom they can rely to redress their grief—

Once again

The Love of Mustafa soaks our eyes in the zamzam of longing and reduces tsunamis of life into mere ripples—

Like Never Before

With the birth of the Beloved Prophet— Culture, learning, Science and Technology evolved leading to a complete transformation of the

The Love-Scale Imbalance

The wisdom behind the Holy Quran, despite being revealed to the Holy Prophet, aplenty with tales of earlier Prophets but

Love Lunacy Let Loose

A Lover may not be a saint with pious-paint. Yet he pleads with the Lord to let untie their love-lunacy

re:CALL

Honoring the plea from sincere critics to occasionally forsake the logical cave and return to the spiritual delight.

And Beyond

The Beloved Prophet means everything to us which we can ever depict in our known human language, writes Mujeeb Jaihoon

Homecoming

Jaihoon’s poetic gift recited at the Rawdha Shareef unleashing the fire and desire of infinite longing to gain the love

Unlocking Eternity’s Gate

Angel Ridwan’s eagerly yearns for the Beloved’s arrival to unlock Paradise’ gate and begin the celebration of eternal serenity, writes

The Demerited Devotee

A humble servant with no merit or choice surrenders to the ocean of Divine Love.

The Ecstatic Name

The moment lovers overhear the mention of their Beloved, their hearts overwhelm with ecstacy unable to bear the bliss- writes

Our Pride. Our Prestige

The love for Messenger of Allah is our hope and dignity at a time when there’s no refuge from the

A Tale of Tears and Trials

The joy in life can be realized only when one undergoes the agonies of pain and tears – reveals Mujeeb

The Scent of Civilization

The coming of the Holy Prophet perfumed humanity with compassion and knowledge bringing smiles on the faces of the oppressed

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

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

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

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.

Leave me not in the Dark

The seeker’s humble appeal to his spiritual comrade not to abandon him to perish in the world of godless solitude.

Jealous, but Zealous

A Divine lover may naturally envy another, especially when one is blessed with a greater proximity with the Beloved, relates

No Shame and Him you blame?

Blaming the Almighty for His punishments is nonsensical as He infinitely forgives their failures, asserts Mujeeb Jaihoon

In search of Him-Arousing Honey

Not always Destiny brings ashore illustrious souls who connect with Divine. One seeker’s journey may benefit others too– hopes Mujeeb

Henna of a HIM-Aligned Heart

The love-henna designed hearts of God are aligned towards Him, despite the lures of this deceptive world, writes Mujeeb Jaihoon

Had it not been for your Name

Had it not been for the name of the Beloved, humanity could never claim their cultural ethos–– argues Jaihoon in

Never Believe His Lovers

God’s lovers employ various metaphors and symbolic actions to hide their love of the Divine– reveals Jaihoon about their ‘cover-up

Unlock Your Love Within

The slave can readily accept the lockdown of his entire freedom provided the Master unlocks His Love within him or

Ya Rabbana! Ya Rabbana!

We submit our faults in HIS presence from whom there is nothing to hide as we stand silent like a

When You hear my prayer !

The servant becomes ecstatic when Lord answers the slave’s plea. But the joy of fulfilment is incomplete without gratitude- insists

Love Lingers at Your Doorstep

We wander in wilderness hunting for Love only to discover that Love is lingering at the doorstep of the Beloved,

Journey Ahead. Destination Behind.

Seekers, who dispassionately leave the shrine of the Beloved, abandon their heartbeat behind. Mujeeb Jaihoon’s tribute to those halfhearted pilgrims.

Dare of the Love-Drunk

Drunkards and drug addicts have no clue about the intoxicating state of Prophetic Love, writes Mujeeb Jaihoon.

Becca of My Being

Our dark eyes & filthy hearts unqualify us to claim the Beloved’s love. In spite, a poetic attempt to approach

The Night of Gold Hunt

Mujeeb Jaihoon hails the frenzied seekers in alphabetical fashion to boldly invoke the Divine blessings of the ‘Power of Night’.

Sunna-some is greater Sufism

In the age of mega indulgence, adoption of Prophetic etiquettes is both the shortest, and sweetest, way to attain higher

Spring the First

As the kite for the wind and farmers for the monsoon, the Heart waits for the holy month of Rabiul

Unyoked

To save the heart from death-blood, it is inevitable to unyoke from the comforts and soak in the Beloved’s longing—

Utterly. Insanely.

Jaihoon’s word of caution to mystic lovers not to consume their drink all at once

Liberating the Love-Lava

Mujeeb Jaihoon dedicates to the Holy Prophet this magnificent mystical poem full of brilliant imageries and metaphors.

The Rhyme and Chime of Rain

Rain brings unimaginable joy in the hearts and minds of the natives, especially in the deserts— writes Mujeeb Jaihoon

Every Love has a Secret

Allah does not expect ants to carry mountains. Nor the weakling humans to understand the secret of Miraj— writes Mujeeb

When Time Forgot to Pass

Miraj: For the first time since its inception, Light found a soul more faster itself— Time & Space reimagined in

The Compassionate Descent

The glory of Mi’raj lies not only in the ascension but in the descent of our Beloved back to our

My Lunacy. My Ecstasy

Spiritual madness is tons better than materialistic sanity— insists Mujeeb Jaihoon

Sailing on the Friend-ship

While the selfish ones swim in the sleazy dirt, sincere friends sail on great seas— asserts Mujeeb Jaihoon in this

My Poetic Buraq

The Love-afflicted Pen can write about the Beloved alone. It will only frown away if asked to praise any other—

The Lord’s Existence

It is inevitable for Allah to exist as no one else could create a magnificent creation like the Holy Prophet—

The ‘Old Lady’ Merchant

The stones under her feet are worth more than the pearls on paradise’ shore, writes Jaihoon in a tribute to

My Creed

The only proof for our belief in the hereafter is that they were told by the Trustworthy Beloved— insists Jaihoon.

Lord’s the Limit

Landing on the moon or demystifying the atom were seen with pride. Yet, there are other possibilities than imagined— Jaihoon’s

The Inevitable

The Beloved is the cornerstone of life, the gem in existence’s ocean, illuminating culture and human advancement, asserts Mujeeb Jaihoon.

My Slogan, My Revolution

Nightingales, roses, and moons whisper the secrets of love and devotion- in this mystical love poem by Mujeeb Jaihoon

The Majestic Mirror

Truth borrows its hue from the Beloved Meem, who is the absolute testimonial for Reality, writes Mujeeb Jaihoon

My Reason’s Lighthouse

The Holy Prophet is the shepherd of our emotion and the Lighthouse of our Reason in a myriad world of

Know Thy Beloved

The poet entreats Abu Bakr as-Siddiq in a dream, seeking the secret behind his highest rank in belief and the

My Logic Prostrated

Lovers become incapable of logical reasoning, while turning unusually proud assuming they own the greatest wealth in the world.

Forgive me, only You can!

Even Ridwan may wonder how this sinner would enter the heaven’s doors into the world of hoors— writes Mujeeb Jaihoon

To HIM Begin Your Walk

In a spiritual dream, Hallaj says Allah is merciful to all irrespective whether the slave remembers Him or not—writes Mujeeb

A Harvest with no grain

While the believers are reaping infinite rewards in the Holy Month, the poet laments he hasn’t earned a grain in

Why Hide?

Enamored with love, the seeker is unapologetic in his expression of devotion to the beloved.

Pain is Shy

In the return of their soul to the Beloved, lovers rediscover their true nature and their pain hesitates in the

That Night Ended Medinized

Lovers’ souls merge in one another while narrating their celestial yearning for Medina, 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

My Business

Allah has taken upon Himself to safeguard the blessed honor of His Beloved. Humanity need not fret over it, notes

His name is Muhammad

A poetic reflection on the unparalleled love and mercy of the Prophet Muhammad, cherished by the Divine.

Soul’s Perfume

The Love of Mustafa is the fragrance for the soul while the heart finds joy tied to the knot of

His Nearness: Our Paradise

The true lovers of Allah worship Him for His sake and He alone remains their joy and ache, admonishes Rabia

Nucleus Of Existence

Though we suffer from the lack of actions and weakness of faith, we cannot shy from declaring our love for

Light Stood Still

Mujeeb Jaihoon’s poem on the miraculous journey of the Prophet, where light stood in awe as he traversed the heavens.

Recognize. Accept. Love.

A mystic yearning for unity and relief from the anguish of separation, seeking eternal love and recognition from the Beloved.

The Merciful Sultan

God anointed His Beloved as the Merciful Sultan to rule over the world in a celestial symphony of benevolence.

The Moonlit Madness

Our soul is the least we can offer as the most valuable token of our love the Holy Prophet.

I Thrive on Your Love-Bread

A lover constantly struggles to maintain a spiritual connection amidst earthly temptations, writes Mujeeb Jaihoon.

Till I Remain No More

From healing wounds to soaring ambitions, rediscover life’s essence in the love of Holy Prophet

The Silent Wail

The search for inner peace through loyalty to the Holy Prophet amidst external turmoil and oppression.

I saw a light

Although we remain soiled by the sinful dust, the sight of a devout servant of God will invoke His Love

The Love-Barter

One night in prayer a man cried to God / Ya Rabb! You are the most just / To trade

The Creator’s Whereabouts

Just as the the rose holds the key to the nightingale’s song, if you are seeking the Creator, then find

An Ocean Deep

Dive into the depths of profound love for the Beloved, discovering hidden treasures while risking everything else..

Medina: The Surge of Zeal

A poem exploring the overpowering love of Medina, igniting passion and zeal, freeing the soul from its burdens.

O Who Is Never Fed up!

The benevolent Creator is never fed up with our constant pleas even as He wraps our crimes with His Mercy—

Love’s Mirror

Our existence gains meaning and purpose when our hearts reflect the Beloved of God.

Another Paradise

Jaihoon likens love as a hive for the starving bee and water to the dying in these verses

The Supreme Mentor

The Beloved is the teacher of both earthly and celestial realms. Through him, we discovered the existence in the world,

Motherland of Love

We cherish our dearest ones during moments of ecstatic joy, just as the Holy Prophet remembered us in Miraj, writes

Unfound

The loss of a spiritual comrade leaves us in a terrible state which consumes our heart and shreds our nerves

The Angels Belittled Me

The angels worship Allah incessantly but are amazed at the unwavering hope of sinful humans in Allah’s mercy.

Like a Tasbih

A spiritual friend is ablution for the heart whose prayer and presence takes us closer to the Most-Loving

Answered Before I Called

A servant marvels in disbelief as his Lord answers his prayer before he even calls upon Him

In the bazaar of Love

The poet finds only one buyer in the midst of many for his goods baked with Divine Love.

The Gift from Almighty

Embraced by the Chosen, bestowed by the Creator, this Gift empowers martyrs, scholars, and lovers to express their bliss.

The Dream-like Prize

The poet longs to use his wax-like heart’s elegant Flame to uncover Love’s divine secrets at every chance.

The Love-dyed Bride

Lovers can sustain no other desire when they stand in the presence of the Beloved, writes Mujeeb Jaihoon

Welcome to Medina

Mujeeb Jaihoon’s poetic homage to Medina, where hearts find peace, souls discover shelter, and the echoes of the Beloved’s love

Paradise is where Beloved is

An enquiry into Rawdha’s divine essence, questioning if this part is part of Paradise, as hearts whisper, vice versa.

A Plea for Dua

Jaihoon seeks prayers for Syed Abul Hasan Ali Nadwi, who helped to reconcile the chaotic world of Islamic reformation.

Calling Him is Halfway

Half the way forward lies in calling upon the Almighty, a timeless truth for every day.

Counsel to the Soul

Urging the soul to prioritize divine love over worldly joy, emphasizing Medina as its sacred purpose for existence.

The Hive of Joy

The Abode of God exhorts the poet to proceed towards the city of the Beloved where the love-tears shed are

Love’s Sweet Revenge

Discover the story of a saint who posthumously avenges a king by revealing his secret love for God

Vent of an Uprooted Tent

The poet, whose state is no better than an uprooted tent, admits his foolish lines are of no worth for

Jibreel Grills a Lover

A poetic dialogue unfolds as a lover, purified by pilgrimage, seeks entry to Medina, facing the probing questions of Angel

Medina’s Grapevine

An apologetic response addressing critics with humility and reverence, blending themes of love, loss, and a quest for divine guidance.

The Sweet Seller

A devotee’s yearning to serve a heavenly treat, symbolizing love for the Prophet, to all his followers in paradise.

The Love Canvas

True believers question their faith if it doesn’t encompass the adoration for the Holy Prophet.

His Friends: Between Two Lies

Genuine friends of Allah keep their devotion hidden, unlike fake godmen who seek recognition, writes Mujeeb Jaihoon

The Spiritual Capital

The poet’s soul aches for the love of God and the Prophet’s guidance, a stark contrast to the body’s pursuit

Paradise Pales Before Love

This poem declares love fuels all existence; even paradise pales in comparison to the radiant presence of the beloved.

The Selfless Pilgrim

The incident about a man who experienced mercy for others and gave up his own wishes for the sake of

Dead or Alive

A thought-provoking contemplation on the impact of divine love, questioning the speaker’s existence without it.

Tighten the Knot of Hope

Human weaknesses are no excuse to shy away from spiritual struggle. Hope will bring the lover’s aspiration to fruition alludes

The Celestial Encounter

In a celestial encounter, a believer presents the Almighty with a unique gift: poetry extolling the Prophet’s greatness.

Meem and Ilm: Why Unlettered?

Explore the rationale to discover the deeper meaning behind the seemingly paradoxical title used for the Prophet.

The Same Old Wine

Lovers repeat and rotate the same old tale of love masquerading with new symbols, just like the deceptive wine-seller— an

Lost in Him

Discover the story of a devout follower finding peace in the ‘Merciful Him’, amidst a world lost in the mundane.

A Nameless Lover

The poet yearns for his name to be spoken to the Prophet, the gateway to everlasting peace.

Prayer for Angelic Envy

Discover the power of gratitude and how it can lead to an abundance of blessings in this tale of unwavering

Deliverance from Solitude

After suffering through years of solitude, a seeker pleads for the sweet honey of Affinity to be poured into their

Just the Beloved-much

As human words fall short, the Holy Prophet’s unwavering love for God is the ultimate measure of thankfulness.

The Key to Unlock Heavens

Our pleas will hang suspended in the celestial expanse until they are accompanied by respect and love for the Beloved

Beyond Law, Beyond Words

Overwhelmed by the Beloved’s greatness, the poet wrestles with the limitations of human language and seeks forgiveness from the Creator

Tangled in the Love-Web

Heartbroken by an unanswered prayer, the poet grapples with the natural feeling of human envy when another receives divine favor.

The Lovers’ Ruses

Delving into the clever ploys of lovers, this poem exposes their games to prolong their Beloved’s sweet discourse.

The Love’s Abode

Angels marvel at humanity’s unique ability to construct love’s sanctuary both in this life and beyond.

An Instant Him-verse

A lover left in awe after receiving an instant Him-loving reply from the Beloved.

Soaring Hearts

Defying the notion of falling in love, this poem by Mujeeb Jaihoon explores love as an upward journey.

Footsteps in Paradise

Angels meticulously document the virtuous acts of those adhering to the Prophet’s teachings, whose footsteps echo in Paradise.

The Sublime Salute

Gold loses its luster compared to the radiant blessing of saluting the Holy Prophet.

The Pilgrim’s Manual

A pilgrim warns his self to tread humbly in the presence of the Beloved, for even the wind whispers with

Awaiting the New Dawn

The path to the Creator is illuminated by the holy Prophet’s teachings. To stray from them is to wander in

Make way for my Miraj

A sinner’s plea for a private encounter during a spiritual ascent to the Beloved.

One Pain: A Thousand Joy

The heart’s pain has a purpose, bringing others closer to Him, as the speaker shares his struggle to stay true

Beyond the Dream of Death

A powerful dream of farewell and faith prompts reflection on the mysterious ways of the divine.

Pretext for Paradise

Our yearning for God’s Beloved increases our consideration to enter His Paradise, writes Mujeeb Jaihoon.

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