In the Dungeon of Senses
Exploring the quest for a divine bond, pondering upon existence and faith, all the while yearning for mercy— by Mujeeb
Aug 07 2023
Exploring the quest for a divine bond, pondering upon existence and faith, all the while yearning for mercy— by Mujeeb
Amidst the chaos and confusion, the poet grapples with his own inner demons in search of a sense of reality
The lover’s unusual visit on a cold night, forgoing sleep and rest, leaves the beloved in doubt about his intentions.
Submit your desires and aspirations day and night to Him through the magical mantra of Alhamdulillah, and experience the power
A true Devotee worships without questioning the purpose, driven by faith in the Creator— writes Mujeeb Jaihoon.
Unlike human communications, invoking the Almighty doesn’t require technology.— writes Mujeeb Jaihoon
Believers prefer the prison of Almighty’s fear to the freedom of their desires while wishing Him to be their thirst
We may be guilty on all counts before the Divine Law, but that should not stop us from seeking His
Mujeeb Jaihoon admits that he’s a lifeless rock until the Divine rain creeps in and then the spring of poetry
In a desperate cry to the Lord, invoking the name of the Beloved who taught humanity the art of calling
The weak and oppressed will naturally run to the Mighty King upon whom they can rely to redress their grief—
On a Night when the benefactor is ready to shower boundless mercy, how can we stay silent and refrain from
Honoring the plea from sincere critics to occasionally forsake the logical cave and return to the spiritual delight.
Searching for God in the indulgent world is as foolish as looking for a Rose in middle of the desert,
A humble servant with no merit or choice surrenders to the ocean of Divine Love.
The joy in life can be realized only when one undergoes the agonies of pain and tears – reveals Mujeeb
Gentleness is a superhuman quality which is unfound among the majority. Hence, its upholders deserve respect— asserts Jaihoon in this
A seeker without a spiritual comprade is worth no more than a rotten crop wrought with drought and despair- Mujeeb
A God-conscious Merchant who praised the Lord twice— upon hearing the sinking of his ship and then knowing the ship
The thrill and joy of seeking from the Divine is perhaps more exhilarating than discovering the Sought— Mujeeb Jaihoon explains
Not a single day passes in lovers’ lives without tears, reflecting each other’s longing in the ancient pain-mirror— reminds Jaihoon.
The seeker’s humble appeal to his spiritual comrade not to abandon him to perish in the world of godless solitude.
A Divine lover may naturally envy another, especially when one is blessed with a greater proximity with the Beloved, relates
Blaming the Almighty for His punishments is nonsensical as He infinitely forgives their failures, asserts Mujeeb Jaihoon
We invoke Allah with every breath and every branch we shake hoping for His Merciful refuge when others see us
God’s lovers, who enrich each other, melt as solitary dew when separated from one another— writes Jaihoon on spiritual kinship.
Not always Destiny brings ashore illustrious souls who connect with Divine. One seeker’s journey may benefit others too– hopes Mujeeb
The love-henna designed hearts of God are aligned towards Him, despite the lures of this deceptive world, writes Mujeeb Jaihoon
God’s lovers employ various metaphors and symbolic actions to hide their love of the Divine– reveals Jaihoon about their ‘cover-up
Even as we feel pain over the belated reply, we shall remain persistent in our plea to the Most Merciful
The slave can readily accept the lockdown of his entire freedom provided the Master unlocks His Love within him or
Can the Lover resist a reply when asked in the name of the Beloved— contents Mujeeb Jaihoon as he bargains
We submit our faults in HIS presence from whom there is nothing to hide as we stand silent like a
The servant becomes ecstatic when Lord answers the slave’s plea. But the joy of fulfilment is incomplete without gratitude- insists
When we are left without a guide in our solitary ride to confide, we turn to our Creator for solace-
Allah is well aware of the warmth of every tear that flows down the cheeks of His hopeful servant- asserts
Weep not for this poet nor for his blood-like plight- Jaihoon’s chaotic poem on spiritual mayhem citing anecdotes from Rabia
Seekers, who dispassionately leave the shrine of the Beloved, abandon their heartbeat behind. Mujeeb Jaihoon’s tribute to those halfhearted pilgrims.
Mujeeb Jaihoon hails the frenzied seekers in alphabetical fashion to boldly invoke the Divine blessings of the ‘Power of Night’.
Jaihoon’s word of caution to mystic lovers not to consume their drink all at once
Spiritual madness is tons better than materialistic sanity— insists Mujeeb Jaihoon
The slave is not comfortable with the blessings if they are diverting his heart from the Giver
Even Ridwan may wonder how this sinner would enter the heaven’s doors into the world of hoors— writes Mujeeb Jaihoon
In a spiritual dream, Hallaj says Allah is merciful to all irrespective whether the slave remembers Him or not—writes Mujeeb
While the believers are reaping infinite rewards in the Holy Month, the poet laments he hasn’t earned a grain in
We may be forgetful of the Lord, but He will never abandon us and as we remain the dark night,
The true lovers of Allah worship Him for His sake and He alone remains their joy and ache, admonishes Rabia
Ever since the parting of the Spiritual friend, the poet lives a false life while damned to the edge of
Exploring the existence of God versus Man’s self-awareness and the quest for certainty in faith.
Although we remain soiled by the sinful dust, the sight of a devout servant of God will invoke His Love
The benevolent Creator is never fed up with our constant pleas even as He wraps our crimes with His Mercy—
The omnipresent Mercy of Allah radiates in every atom of His Creations— writes Mujeeb Jaihoon
The loss of a spiritual comrade leaves us in a terrible state which consumes our heart and shreds our nerves
The poet pleads to His Lord knowing well that even if he fails non-stop, the Most Merciful will never withhold
The angels worship Allah incessantly but are amazed at the unwavering hope of sinful humans in Allah’s mercy.
A spiritual friend is ablution for the heart whose prayer and presence takes us closer to the Most-Loving
A servant marvels in disbelief as his Lord answers his prayer before he even calls upon Him
The poet finds only one buyer in the midst of many for his goods baked with Divine Love.
When the Rosary of Affinity breaks, the Sky of Spiritual Joy loses its stars, and Love becomes uncountable.
The habits and rituals in Ramadan witness a sudden end as soon as the Holy Month is over
Embraced by the Chosen, bestowed by the Creator, this Gift empowers martyrs, scholars, and lovers to express their bliss.
The poet longs to use his wax-like heart’s elegant Flame to uncover Love’s divine secrets at every chance.
Half the way forward lies in calling upon the Almighty, a timeless truth for every day.
Discover the story of a saint who posthumously avenges a king by revealing his secret love for God
The poet, whose state is no better than an uprooted tent, admits his foolish lines are of no worth for
We may earnestly count the number of times we have asked Him, grumbling about the lapse in response, but He
Genuine friends of Allah keep their devotion hidden, unlike fake godmen who seek recognition, writes Mujeeb Jaihoon
Acknowledge the Divine to marvel at the beauty of nature.
The incident about a man who experienced mercy for others and gave up his own wishes for the sake of
A heartfelt prayer by two slaves to the Divine expressing their pain and joy, seeking liberation and divine love.
A thought-provoking contemplation on the impact of divine love, questioning the speaker’s existence without it.
Human weaknesses are no excuse to shy away from spiritual struggle. Hope will bring the lover’s aspiration to fruition alludes
Discover the story of a devout follower finding peace in the ‘Merciful Him’, amidst a world lost in the mundane.
Love is a divine gift, and those who cherish it should never presume it’s irrevocable.
Discover the power of gratitude and how it can lead to an abundance of blessings in this tale of unwavering
After suffering through years of solitude, a seeker pleads for the sweet honey of Affinity to be poured into their
Love is too great a flower to bloom on this earth and too long a song to hum in this
A lover left in awe after receiving an instant Him-loving reply from the Beloved.
Prayers from loved ones often receive quicker response than our own.
Loneliness transforms the falcon into an owl, blinding its sight.
Contemplating the value of meeting those in the heart, the agony of parting, and the search for comfort and connection.
The heart’s pain has a purpose, bringing others closer to Him, as the speaker shares his struggle to stay true
A powerful dream of farewell and faith prompts reflection on the mysterious ways of the divine.
A struggling artist recalls the invaluable advice of a wise friend, sparking a journey of self-discovery and creative exploration