Prominent Sufi Terminologies and Their Usage in Kashmiri Sufi Poetry

Author(s): Dr. Saahil Abbas Mir

Abstract:

Kashmiri Sufi poetry is a profound blend of mysticism, philosophy, and cultural expression, deeply enriched with symbolic language. This research explores the symbolic motifs and imagery that define Kashmiri Sufi poetry, examining how poets employ symbols to convey complex spiritual themes and the soul's journey towards union with the divine. Central symbols, kun fa yakun, Anal Haq, Fanna Fillah, Malkoot and Nothingness, reflect both personal and collective experiences of love, sacrifice, and transcendence, grounding abstract Sufi ideals in tangible, culturally resonant forms. This paper delves into the works of prominent Kashmiri Sufi poets, influenced by Persian literary traditions, employ intricate metaphors and symbols, drawing on Arabic script and lexicon to convey their spiritual experiences. Kashmiri Sufi and mystic poetry serves as a profound medium for exploring spiritual themes and the human experience. This body of work often employs rich symbolism to convey complex ideas about love, divinity, and the quest for truth. Symbols such as the rose, the nightingale, and the river frequently appear, representing the soul's yearning for union with the divine and the transience of worldly existence. The intertwining of Persian and Arabic symbols in Kashmiri Sufi and mystic poetry reflects a rich cultural and spiritual heritage. This abstract explores how these symbols serve as vehicles for expressing profound themes of love, divinity, and existential quest within the poetic landscape of Kashmir. This study highlights how these elements contribute to the enduring legacy of Sufi thought in Kashmir, enriching both local and global literary traditions.

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