Dr. Husen reads the Collected Poetical Works of Rumi

 I have long found Rumi's poems inspiring. I thought therefore that in connection with my deep love for Gibran's work, I might also read from Rumi's works as well.

    Preface

    Proem: The Reed Flute

    I. The Prince and the Handmaid

    II. The Oilman and the Parrot

    III. The Jewish King, Persecutor of the Christians

    IV. Another Jewish King, Persecutor of Christians

 

   V. The Lion and the Beasts

    VI. The Greater (Spiritual) Warfare

    VII. The Merchant and the Parrot

    VIII. The Harper

    IX. The Poor Scenite Arab and his Wife

    X. Patience and Perseverance Under a Teacher

    XI. The Lion’s Hunt, in Company

    XII. Joseph and the Mirror

    XIII. The Prophet’s First Amanuensis

    XIV. The Chinese and Roman Artists

    XV. Zeyd’s Inspiration

    XVI. ‘Alī’s Forbearance

    XVII. Conclusion

   Please note: James Redhouse only translated Book One of The Masnavi


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