Poetry is a form of writing that uses beautiful and creative language to express feelings and ideas. It often includes rhythm and rhyme to make the words more powerful and emotional.
Sufi poetry is a type of spiritual poetry written by Sufis, who follow Sufism, the path of Islamic mysticism. When a Sufi travels the path of Faqr (spiritual poverty and devotion), they often express their inward states through their words.
Throughout history, many Sufis have used poetry as a way to preach Islam, sharing messages of love, unity, and divine connection. Poetry became a tool to reach people’s hearts and guide them toward spirituality.
Allama Iqbal, a renowned poet and philosopher, wrote many poems and books to awaken the Muslim community. His poetry inspired Muslims in the Indian subcontinent to seek independence, ultimately leading to the creation of Pakistan.
Sultan Bahoo, a famous mystic poet, wrote Punjabi poetry filled with profound lessons for seekers, whether they are at the initial or advanced stages of their spiritual journey.
Baba Bulleh Shah also wrote poetry to awaken the people of his era, addressing issues like injustice, spiritual awakening, and self-discovery.
Poetry is often called the language of love because it touches the hearts of both Muslims and non-Muslims, drawing them closer to the divine and to each other’s
Abyat-e-Bahoo Kamil is a collection of the poetry of Sultan Bahoo (R.A). This compilation, organized by Sultan-ul-Ashiqeen.
