Divan-i Hafiz

Divan-e Hafiz is a poetry collection by the renowned Persian poet Shamsuddin Mohammad Hafiz Shirazi (1320–1389). Known for his ghazals, Hafiz wrote around 500 ghazals and 42 Rubaiyees, making him one of the most celebrated Persian poets of all. His book, Divan-e Hafiz, is considered a pinnacle of Persian literature and can be found in the homes of most Iranian people, who memorize his poems and use them as proverbs and sayings. His poems of intimate divine love have spread throughout the East and into the West, with adaptations, imitations, and translations of Divan-e Hafiz in many major languages. The translation featured in this book is by Henry Wilberforce Clarke (1840 – 1905) and is bilingual, providing the ghazals in both Persian and English. This makes the book useful for Persian and English speakers and enjoyable for poetry lovers of any age. Divan-e Hafiz is an invaluable learning resource for Persian language and literature students, as it improves language skills and provides a deeper understanding of Persian culture and literature. The collection offers ample opportunities for students to expand their language abilities and enrich their learning experience. It is also a perfect gift for those who appreciate Persian poetry.

گر همچو من افتاده ی این دام شوی                                        ای بس که خراب باده و جام شوی

ما عاشق و رند و مست وعالم سوزیم                                       با ما منشین اگرنه بدنام شوی

If like me, you too fall in this trip,

Hold the wine and cup upon your lap.

We are lovers, burning our tracks,

Join us if you can put up with the crap.

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