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Poems from the Divan of Hafiz

by Ḥāfiẓ

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Plain English
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"Poems from the Divan of Hafiz" by Hafiz is a collection of poems compiled in the late 14th century. This divān contains mostly Persian verses, with ghazals forming its centerpiece alongside qasidas, quatrains, and other poetic forms. Hafiz's work demonstrates masterful imagination and linguistic artistry, profoundly influencing Persian literature. The collection survives in roughly 1,700 manuscripts scattered across continents, making it one of the most copied literary works in history. His verses remain woven into everyday Iranian conversation, reflecting an enduring cultural presence that spans centuries.

  • Persian poetry

Updated September 2026. Public domain in the USA. Text and summary from Project Gutenberg eBook #74883. Poems from the Divan of Hafiz on Wikipedia.

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