This passage is arguably one of the most exquisite and poignant scenes in the entire Dah-Nameh (or Ushshaq-Nameh). #Iran #ObeydZakani #UshshaqNama
https://www.gardenoftranslation.com/seeing-the-beloved-in-a-dream/
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@garden-translation.bsky.socialThis passage is arguably one of the most exquisite and poignant scenes in the entire Dah-Nameh (or Ushshaq-Nameh). #Iran #ObeydZakani #UshshaqNama
https://www.gardenoftranslation.com/seeing-the-beloved-in-a-dream/
@garden-translation.bsky.socialThis section—Part 32—represents the spiritual pinnacle and the profound emotional turning point of the entire Ushshaq-nama cycle. #Iran #ObeydZakani #UshshaqNama
https://www.gardenoftranslation.com/the-lovers-supplication-to-god/
@garden-translation.bsky.socialThis chapter (27) stands as one of the most profound passages of anguish and psychological introspection in the entire Ushshaq-nameh. #Iran #ObeydZakani #UshshaqNama
https://www.gardenoftranslation.com/the-lover-learned-that-his-beloved-had-been-forcibly-taken-away/
@garden-translation.bsky.socialThis connection between Part 27 of Ushshaq-nama and the immortal ghazal by Hafez of Shiraz (Agar ān Turk-e Shirāzi...) #Iran #ObeydZakani #UshshaqNama
https://www.gardenoftranslation.com/connection-between-ushshaq-nama-and-the-immortal-ghazal-by-hafez/
@garden-translation.bsky.socialEnglish Translation
This first section (verses 1–20) presents the scene of cosmic preparation, the setting of the garden, and the captivating entry of the beloved. #Iran #ObeydZakani #UshshaqNama
https://www.gardenoftranslation.com/the-beloveds-arrival-at-the-lovers-house-and-the-night-of-delight/
@garden-translation.bsky.socialIn this passage, the falcon-messenger transforms from a mere carrier of messages into a healer of hearts and a seasoned sage. #Iran #ObeydZakani #UshshaqNama
https://www.gardenoftranslation.com/the-messengers-conversation-with-the-beloved/
@garden-translation.bsky.socialEnglish Translation
This exquisite ghazal is among the most delightful works by Khwaja Ubayd Zakani. It captures the themes of exhausted patience and a lament for the incurable pain of love. #Iran #ObeydZakani #UshshaqNama
https://www.gardenoftranslation.com/the-lovers-inability-to-endure/
@garden-translation.bsky.socialEnglish Translation
In this passage (comprising 23 verses)—following the lover’s receipt of the beloved’s mocking reply (in the previous section)—reason steps aside. #Iran #ObeydZakani #UshshaqNama
https://www.gardenoftranslation.com/sending-a-message-from-the-lover-to-the-beloved/
@garden-translation.bsky.socialEnglish Translation
The arch of her eyebrow breathes life into the soul, infusing it with fresh spirit, while the style of her sleeve holds a magic that captivates hearts. #Iran #ObeydZakani #Ushshaqnama
https://www.gardenoftranslation.com/the-lovers-discourse-on-the-beloveds-beauty/
@garden-translation.bsky.socialEnglish Translation
O my God! #Iran #ObeydZakani #Ushshaqnama
https://www.gardenoftranslation.com/introduction-to-the-book-ushshaq-nameh/
@garden-translation.bsky.socialEnglish Translation
A beloved—cherished like a beautiful idol—with a blessed countenance and auspicious judgment; a princess crowned in the city of grace and beauty. #Iran #ObeydZakani #Ushshaqnama
https://www.gardenoftranslation.com/describing-the-beloved-of-surpassing-beauty/
@garden-translation.bsky.socialWe now open the penultimate chapter, wherein Khwaja Ubayd-i Zakani lays out the solid tenets of the "abrogated school" of thought regarding hilm—that virtue of forbearance, dignity, and inner serenity. #Iran #ObeydZakani
https://www.gardenoftranslation.com/forbearance-the-abrogated-code/
@garden-translation.bsky.socialIn this passage, Khwaja Ubayd Zakani reaches the pinnacle of his satirical exposure of social hypocrisy and sycophancy toward authority. #Iran #ObeydZakani
https://www.gardenoftranslation.com/forbearance-the-chosen-code/
@garden-translation.bsky.socialEnglish Translation
Khwaja Ubayd Zakani (Nizam al-Din Ubayd Allah Zakani) did not provide an explicit conclusion or summary at the end of his book Akhlaq al-Ashraf. #Iran #ObeydZakani
https://www.gardenoftranslation.com/akhlaq-al-ashraf-book-conclusion-and-inference/
@garden-translation.bsky.socialIn this first section of the third chapter—dedicated to ‘iffah (chastity/continence)—Khwaja Ubayd-i Zakani lays out the lofty tenets of the "abrogated school" regarding chastity and inner purity. #Iran #ObeydZakani
https://www.gardenoftranslation.com/chastity-the-abrogated-code/
@garden-translation.bsky.socialEnglish Translation
The pot-bellied cat pounced on that poor mouse and devoured it, then strutted off toward the mosque. #Iran #ObeydZakani
https://www.gardenoftranslation.com/2-the-story-of-the-cat-and-the-mouse/
@garden-translation.bsky.socialEnglish Translation
"I have been fasting these past days, seeking the pleasure of the Merciful Creator. #Iran #ObeydZakani
https://www.gardenoftranslation.com/3-the-story-of-the-cat-and-the-mouse/