Who Was Hafez? Persian Poetry in English

Welcome to Persian Poetry Caravan, a calm journey into the world of Persian poetry, love, longing, and timeless wisdom.In this first episode, we introduce Hafez, also known as Hafiz, one of the most beloved poets of Persia. Born in Shiraz in the 14th century, Hafez became a voice of the heart, writing about love, beauty, wine, the beloved, the tavern, spiritual freedom, and the mystery of the soul.This episode explains who Hafez was, why his poetry still lives in Persian culture, and why his words continue to speak to readers and listeners around the world.A gentle introduction for anyone interested in Hafez, Hafiz, Persian poetry, Sufi poetry, spiritual poetry, love poetry, Shiraz, Rumi, Saadi, and the great voices of Persian literature.