Mujeeb Jaihoon

Tag: Mothers and Martyrs (Anthology)

My Mother, My Paradise

Mothers lose sleep for the child to dream while also abstaining from food so that the infant could be fed—

War: Incredible Indifference

As innocents are killed, the powerful convene fruitless meetings, exchanging hollow condolences, indifferent to the plight of war victims.

Prank of Blood and Bank

Oppression of Palestinians is a blot on our civilized times even as the thirst of the blood-thirsty Gog-Magogs goes on-

Un-Just Like That

Violence, oppression and inequality have made life unjust and unbearable for the afflicted ones- writes Mujeeb Jaihoon

Big Hearts On the Poor’s Shores

True heroism is found in compassionate acts that alleviate suffering, embodying timeless virtues of generosity and love for humanity.

To Gaza’s Playful Angels

Jaihoon’s passionate elegy on the martyrdom of the Palestinian boys killed by Israeili warships while playing football on the beach

Justice Undone

Justice remains a persecuted prisoner in the paradoxical world of the rich and powerful— writes Mujeeb Jaihoon

The Martyr-Bride

Dreams cried, Nightmare laughed. Cup smashed, Wine spilled— Mujeeb Jaihoon’s poetic dissent against the civilian deaths in the Yemen conflict.

Smiles Over Guns

Dedicated to Abdul Halim Attar, a Palestinian refugee who sold pens on Beirut streets, while carrying his daughter Reem on

And then, Sorry

They first demonize the victims. And then murder and molest. Finally, they say sorry, leaving the victims in a state

To the Selfie Offspring

Paradise appears somewhere in between their smile and the Fire is hidden in midst of their painful tears, urges Jaihoon

Bejeweled Hearts

Exploring the profound essence of philanthropy through a poetic lens, celebrating its virtues and transformative power in society.

Truth : Share if you Care

To love like Imam Hussein means generously sharing the Truth-hive’s sweetness, spreading its essence to all, even enemies, writes Jaihoon

The Sufi Booklover

A touching episode from the life of a man who was bestowed with abundant authority by Destiny, yet chose to

Twice Bitten

Neo-imperialist forces betray and bulldoze weaker nations, plundering resources, and then profit from their reconstruction.

Prayer for an Atheist

A believer’s poetic prayer for an atheist, navigating through the depths of faith, empathy, and spiritual yearning.

The Song of Broken Strings

When darkness envelops the world, we search within for the light that guides us through the night’s shadow, writes Mujeeb

Man’s Rest vs. Woman’s Test

A philosophical dialogue with Umm Ammar, Islam’s pioneering female martyr, as she illuminates timeless inquiries on women’s resilience. Last night,

Who Will Crack the Hard Nut?

Intellectual inertia within the Islamic world hindered the advancement of dream interpretation, despite Ibn Sireen’s contributions.

Until Success Kisses

Journey through life’s trials and triumphs, finding resilience and courage amidst destiny’s challenges, 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.

A Garden’s Plea

A poetic exchange where flowers lament human indifference, urging appreciation for nature’s gifts, amidst the chaos of daily life.

The Greed-blinded Towers

On the families torn asunder by soaring rents, fueled by the insatiable greed of their landlords.

Prelude to Peace

On the rehabilitation of victims affected by wars and conflicts while hoping for peace and healing in society.