Hafiz

Hafiz

Persian mystical poet.

A Persian poet and Sufi mystic whose verses explore themes of divine love, the search for truth, and the soul’s longing for union with the Beloved. His work blends deep spirituality with lyrical beauty, encouraging readers to look beyond the physical world and connect with the divine presence within. His poetry continues to be a source of inspiration, celebrated for its ability to convey profound truths with grace, wit, and elegance.

Hafiz Quotes about Desire

  • On the holy boughs of the Celestial Tree High up in the heavenly fields, Beyond terrestrial desire My soul-bird a warm nest has built.
  • If, like the prophet Noah, you have patience in the distress of the flood, calamity turns aside, and the desire of a thousand years comes forth.
  • Words have no language which can utter the secrets of love; and beyond the limits of expression is the expounding of desire.