Nizami uses a beautiful metaphor to illustrate life's opportunities and challenges. It implies that true rewards require effort and perseverance, and that one must actively pursue their aspirations rather than passively waiting, emphasizing the importance of diligence.
Quote by Nizami Ganjavi: “The world is a bride, and destiny her adornment. He who desires her must strive.”
The world is a bride, and destiny her adornment. He who desires her must strive.
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Historical Context
Nizami's romantic epic, 'Khosrow and Shirin' (c. 1181), captivated Persian society with its tales of love and ambition. This verse reflects the era's understanding of destiny balanced with the necessity of human effort and perseverance in achieving one's goals.
About the Author
Persian epic poet born around 1141 in Ganja, in present-day Azerbaijan, whose romantic epics collectively known as the Khamsa are masterpieces of Persian literature. His poem Layla and Majnun profoundly influenced subsequent literary treatments of romantic love across the Islamic world.
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