The Alchemy of Affinity (Anthology)

The love-stricken poet pleads with the beloved to arrive before the “Terrifying Summon.”

Love is a fruit that will blossom only after years of tears and trials, write Mujeeb Jaihoon

In the pursuit of passion’s flame, this radical lover dreads divine judgment for his all-consuming adoration— poeticizes Mujeeb Jaihoon.

Just as the Rose can’t ignore the Nightingale forever, the Beloved too can’t un-love her lover for long, argues Mujeeb Jaihoon.

Love is a land of sacrifice where the selfish seed is forbidden to sow— writes Mujeeb Jaihoon

The bold Love may be the fault and culprit. Yet the innocent and shy Lovers are the ones accused and caught— writes Mujeeb Jaihoon

In this poem by Mujeeb Jaihoon, a lover pleads with his adamant beloved to let go of anger and reconcile with his desire.

Beauty lies neither in the object nor in the onlooker. Nay, it rests in the love-image that appears in the eyes – poetizes Mujeeb Jaihoon

Lovers treasure the love and revere its pain, without expecting any apology from the beloved— writes Mujeeb Jaihoon