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04/26/26 10:37 PM

#579952 RE: dinogreeves #579949

My father read all of them and he would always suggest to me "read son, read"

Sure as heck, he didn't profit from the impeccable king of Iran, the Shah. In-fact my father would have been more successful if he came here to the US in the 50's-60's, because he wasn't a lazy ass like the Sortagreen peasant that waits for the Government hand outs.

Persian poetry is globally renowned for its profound emotional depth, mystical philosophy, and lyrical beauty, spanning over a millennium of tradition. Centered on themes of love, spirituality, and human existence, it has produced iconic figures like Rumi, Hafez, Saadi, and Ferdowsi.
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Key Aspects of Persian Poetry:
Most Famous Poets: Rumi is arguably the most famous, particularly for his Sufi mystic poems in the Masnavi, often ranked as a top poet in the US. Other giants include Hafez (known for complex ghazals), Ferdowsi (author of the epic Shahnameh), and Omar Khayyam (famed for his philosophical quatrains).
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Core Themes: Persian poetry delves into divine and human love, Sufi mysticism, the fleeting nature of life, and moral philosophy.
melalepersian.com
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Cultural Significance: In Iran, poets like Hafez are deeply revered, and their works are frequently used as guidance in daily life.
Impact on Western Literature: Translations of Omar Khayyam's Rubaiyat in the 19th century and Rumi's works in the 20th and 21st centuries have made Persian poetry well-read and frequently quoted in English-speaking countries.
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The tradition is often characterized by its ability to merge high emotional intensity with intricate artistic technique, providing a "spiritual blueprint" that continues to resonate globally.

His business venture was similar to Vulcan in Iran.

https://www.vulcanmaterials.com