Date: 12 June 2025
Reported by: TDF News Team
The timeless verses of Sufi poets like Jalaluddin Rumi and Allama Muhammad Iqbal continue to leave an indelible mark on modern literature, art, and thought across the globe. Their deep spiritual insight and poetic brilliance transcend time, inspiring generations of writers, thinkers, and creatives.
Rumi, the 13th-century Persian mystic, is today one of the best-selling poets in the West. His message of divine love, self-discovery, and spiritual awakening has found its place in modern poetry collections, novels, and even screenwriting. Authors often quote his verses to convey emotional depth and mystical meaning, bridging Eastern wisdom with Western narratives.
Similarly, Iqbal, often called the Spiritual Father of Pakistan, infused philosophy with poetry, awakening a sense of self and purpose in the Muslim world. His poetry—written in both Persian and Urdu—continues to inspire socio-political movements, philosophical debates, and literary works in South Asia and beyond.
Modern literature often borrows from their metaphors, themes of self-realization, divine love, and inner transformation. In academic circles, their works are part of syllabi in world literature, comparative philosophy, and Sufi studies.
As contemporary writers and poets explore themes of identity, purpose, and the soul’s journey, the influence of Rumi and Iqbal remains vibrant and essential. Through translations, digital media, and educational programs, their spiritual legacy continues to shape the narrative of modern consciousness.
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