The Secrets of the Self (Asrar-i Khudi) — A Philosophical Poem
- First published
- 1915
- Reading level
- Plain English
- Price
- Free
About the book
"The Secrets of the Self (Asrar-i Khudi) — A Philosophical Poem" by Iqbal is a collection of poetry published in 1915. Written in Persian, this work explores the philosophy of "Khudi" or "Self"—the divine spark within every human being. Iqbal charts a spiritual journey of transformation, comparing it to a seed breaking through its shell to reach its fragrance. Through various stages, the self must develop and strengthen to achieve perfection and self-realization, ultimately enabling one to become God's vicegerent on earth.
- Islamic poetry, Persian
Updated September 2026. Public domain in the USA. Text and summary from Project Gutenberg eBook #57317. The Secrets of the Self (Asrar-i Khudi) — A Philosophical Poem on Wikipedia.
