Amir Khusrow, a revered figure in Urdu literature, is often hailed as one of the pioneers of the Hindvi language. The very language that evolved into what we now know as Urdu owes much of its foundation to Khusrow ‘s linguistic contributions. While he was primarily a Persian poet, his works also include an impressive collection of Rubaiyat, Poems, and riddles in this emerging language. His verses particularly resonated with women, cementing his popularity in the literary circles of his time.
In gatherings celebrating Urdu poetry, selections from various poets are traditionally recited, making an effort to cover different genres of poetry. In this context, an excerpt from Professor Usloob Ahmad Ansari’s essay, “The Sufi Poetry of Amir Khusrow,” found in the compilation ” Khusrow shanasi,” curated by Z. Ansari and Abul Faiz Sahar, is particularly noteworthy.
The essence of Khusrow ‘s dual identity is well-explained in this essay; he navigated the worlds of royal courts and the spiritual realm under the guidance of the revered Sufi saint, Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya. Khusrow ‘s artistic inclination allowed him to write panegyrics for kings while simultaneously exploring themes of beauty and love in his masnavis. He skillfully articulated the nuances of divine love, shedding light on the paths that lead from earthly love (ishq-e-majazi) to the ultimate love of God (ishq-e-haqeeqi).
Furthermore, the essay touches upon the beloved ‘Shireen’ in Khusrow ‘s life. Was she merely a fictional character, or did her essence reflect the deep connections and struggles of love that Khusrow so eloquently portrayed in his poetry? These questions encourage readers to delve deeper into the intertwined nature of his mysticism and romanticism.
Amir Khusrow’s poetry continues to be celebrated, remaining relevant through the ages as a profound expression of the human experience, bridging the gap between the temporal and the eternal. His legacy not only shaped Urdu literature but also catalyzed future poets seeking to explore the depths of love and spirituality.
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امیرخسروؒ کا نام ہندوی زبان کےبانیوں میں لیاجاتاہے۔ یہی زبان تھی، جوبعدمیں سَہل ہوکر”اردو”بنی۔ یہ اگرچہ فارسی شاعرتھے۔ مگراس نئی زبان میں بھی ان کی رُباعیات، نظمیں اورپہیلیاں ملتی ہیں۔خاص طورپرخواتین میں ان کےاشعار بہت مقبول ہوئے۔ آوازِاردوکی محفلِ سُخن میں چوں کہ شاعری اورشعراءکےحوالے سے مضامین اوراقتباسات سنائے جاتے ہیں اور کوشش ہوتی ہے کہ شاعری کی مختلف اصناف کاتذکرہ اس محفل میں آجائے۔ اس حوالے سے ظ۔انصاری اورابوالفیض سحر کی مرتب کردہ کتاب “خسروشناسی” میں سے پروفیسراسلوب احمد انصاری کے مضمون “امیرخسروکی صوفیانہ شاعری” کا اقتباس پڑھاجارہا ہے۔ اس مضمون میں موجود فارسی اشعار حذف کردیے ہیں۔ مضمون نگار نے امیرخسروکی دوہری شخصیت کی وضاحت کی ہے کہ وہ ایک طرف تو بادشاہوں کےدرباروں سےوابستہ رہے۔ ساتھ ہی حضرت نظام الدّین اولیاء کےخدام میں بھی شامل رہے۔ شاہوں کےقصیدے بھی لکھے۔ اپنی مثنویوں میں حسن وعشق کے معرکے بھی بیان کرتے رہے اورعشقِ مجازی کےذریعے عشقِ حقیقی تک پہنچنے کےاسرار بھی کھولتے رہے۔ انہوں نےاپنےمضمون میں ان کے شیریں سے عشق کابھی ذکرکیاہے۔ کیایہ کوئی فرضی کردار تھا؟۔