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Allama Iqbal: Selected Poetry: Text, Translation and Transliteration
Serving as an introduction to the works, influence, and legacy of the Muslim philosopher-poet Allama Muhammad Iqbal, this collection provides faithful translations that retain the special ornaments of Persian verse. This collection of the works of Iqbal, considered to be one of the greatest poets of the Urdu language, showcases the musicality of style and unique rhyme and assonance that has made his work memorable. A lengthy introduction, discussing the important aspects of Iqbal's life and art, is also included.
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First published October 28, 2006
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Muhammad Iqbal
285 books1,053 followersSir Allama Mohammad Iqbal also known as Allama Iqbal was born in 1877 in Sialkot, Punjab, in British Ruled India, now Pakistan, and was educated in the local school and college in Sialkot, before going on the university in Lahore. There he studied Arabic and philosophy as an undergraduate, then in 1899 did an M.A. in philosophy (being ranked first in the Punjab, and awarded a Gold Medal). He was appointed to a Readership in Arabic at the Oriental College in Lahore, and over the next few years became well known as a poet, as well as writing his first book (in Urdu), The Knowledge of Economics (1903).
In 1905 he travelled to Europe to continue his philosophical studies, first at Cambridge, then at Munich, where he obtained his doctorate with a thesis entitled The Development of Metaphysics in Persia. From 1907 to 1908 he was Professor of Arabic at the University of London; during this period he studied for the bar, becoming a barrister in 1908, when he returned to Lahore to practise law. While practising as an advocate at the Lahore High Court he continued to a part-time academic career as professor of philosophy and English Literature, being appointed Professor of Philosophy at the Government College, Lahore in 1911. He was knighted in 1923.
Despite his law practice, his philosophical work, and his gradual entry into politics, first as a member of the Punjab Legislative Council and later as president of the All India Muslim League, Iqbal was probably best known and respected as a poet. Nevertheless, his other activities brought him some measure of fame, especially six lectures that he gave at Madras, Osmania University at Hyderabad, and Aligarh, which were later published as The Reconstruction of Religious Thought in Islam (1930). During the early thirties he travelled extensively in the Middle East and Europe, participating in international political conferences, meeting philosophers and politicians, and writing.
His political view was that in theory a Muslim state wasn't desirable, as he held to the ideal of a world-wide Muslim community; nevertheless, he held that, at least in the short and medium terms, the only way for Indian Muslims to be able to live according to the tenets of Islam was in such a state, and he campaigned accordingly. He died in Lahore in 1938, some nine years before the creation of Pakistan, where his birthday is celebrated as national holiday.
Iqbal's philosophical work involved bringing various philosophical influences, including Leibniz, Hegel, and Nietzsche, to his Islamic scholarship, thus holding out the promise of a revival of genuine Islamic philosophical thought — a return of Islam to its place in the philosophical world. That promise has yet to be truly fulfilled, though it remains in place.
"To exist in pure duration is to be a self, and to be a self is to be able to say 'I am'." (The Reconstruction of Religious Thought in Islam p.56)
In 1905 he travelled to Europe to continue his philosophical studies, first at Cambridge, then at Munich, where he obtained his doctorate with a thesis entitled The Development of Metaphysics in Persia. From 1907 to 1908 he was Professor of Arabic at the University of London; during this period he studied for the bar, becoming a barrister in 1908, when he returned to Lahore to practise law. While practising as an advocate at the Lahore High Court he continued to a part-time academic career as professor of philosophy and English Literature, being appointed Professor of Philosophy at the Government College, Lahore in 1911. He was knighted in 1923.
Despite his law practice, his philosophical work, and his gradual entry into politics, first as a member of the Punjab Legislative Council and later as president of the All India Muslim League, Iqbal was probably best known and respected as a poet. Nevertheless, his other activities brought him some measure of fame, especially six lectures that he gave at Madras, Osmania University at Hyderabad, and Aligarh, which were later published as The Reconstruction of Religious Thought in Islam (1930). During the early thirties he travelled extensively in the Middle East and Europe, participating in international political conferences, meeting philosophers and politicians, and writing.
His political view was that in theory a Muslim state wasn't desirable, as he held to the ideal of a world-wide Muslim community; nevertheless, he held that, at least in the short and medium terms, the only way for Indian Muslims to be able to live according to the tenets of Islam was in such a state, and he campaigned accordingly. He died in Lahore in 1938, some nine years before the creation of Pakistan, where his birthday is celebrated as national holiday.
Iqbal's philosophical work involved bringing various philosophical influences, including Leibniz, Hegel, and Nietzsche, to his Islamic scholarship, thus holding out the promise of a revival of genuine Islamic philosophical thought — a return of Islam to its place in the philosophical world. That promise has yet to be truly fulfilled, though it remains in place.
"To exist in pure duration is to be a self, and to be a self is to be able to say 'I am'." (The Reconstruction of Religious Thought in Islam p.56)
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October 18, 2015
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May 9, 2019
Two of the best poems in the book:
"Destiny
Often men who do not deserve get might and main,
anon a person's gifts ungraced remain.
Perhaps some rules of logic are concealed,
Mishaps that lie in wait are not revealed.
there is a fact that all of us can know,
World annals much light on this matter throw.
Fate keeps its eye on the nations do,
Like two-edged sword can riddle through and through. "
And:
"The Age of Infancy
The earth and sky were unknown worlds to me
Only the expanse of mother‘s bosom was a world to me
Every movement was a symbol of life‘s pleasure to me
My own speech was like a meaningless word to me
During infancy‘s pain if somebody made me cry
The noise of the door chain would comfort me
Oh! How I stared at the moon for long hours
Staring at its silent journey among broken clouds
I would ask repeatedly about its mountains and plains
And how surprised would I be at that prudent lie
My eye was devoted to seeing; my lip was prone to speak
My heart was no less than inquisitiveness personified. "
"Destiny
Often men who do not deserve get might and main,
anon a person's gifts ungraced remain.
Perhaps some rules of logic are concealed,
Mishaps that lie in wait are not revealed.
there is a fact that all of us can know,
World annals much light on this matter throw.
Fate keeps its eye on the nations do,
Like two-edged sword can riddle through and through. "
And:
"The Age of Infancy
The earth and sky were unknown worlds to me
Only the expanse of mother‘s bosom was a world to me
Every movement was a symbol of life‘s pleasure to me
My own speech was like a meaningless word to me
During infancy‘s pain if somebody made me cry
The noise of the door chain would comfort me
Oh! How I stared at the moon for long hours
Staring at its silent journey among broken clouds
I would ask repeatedly about its mountains and plains
And how surprised would I be at that prudent lie
My eye was devoted to seeing; my lip was prone to speak
My heart was no less than inquisitiveness personified. "
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Serving as an introduction to the works, influence, and legacy of the Muslim philosopher-poet Allama Muhammad Iqbal, this collection provides faithful translations that retain the special ornaments of Persian verse. This collection of the works of Iqbal, considered to be one of the greatest poets of the Urdu language, showcases the musicality of style and unique rhyme and assonance that has made his work memorable. A lengthy introduction, discussing the important aspects of Iqbal’s life and art, is also included.
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May 28, 2020
Thanks For Sharing This, Allama Iqbal is Our National hero, We love him from the core of our hearts. His Poetry gives us the Message of Islam. He was a True Muslim. Thank you for sharing this information. Keep Glowing. Read "Ertugrul Quotes in Urdu"
March 21, 2021
The Great Allama Iqbal is a bestest poet ever in the world and I love to follow his poetry for motivation. I can't explain in my words that how great poet he was. Thanks for sharing his poetry and books i will to follow your site as i follow different best sites to read poetry one of them is Shayaricorner. com
November 23, 2020
I believe poetry is one such genre where it all depends upon you, how to perceive the words of the poet? writing the review of any book which contains a collection of work of poetry will not serve the purpose. I would suggest that read this work and then understand for yourself.
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December 5, 2020Nice bro great , this is really good books very nice hero Allama Muhammad Iqbal motivational quotes
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February 4, 2021
I am fan of this legend. His words are actual work on soul and I am very impressive with his poetry. This is my sitelink https://rehaaishtv.com/poetry/ where you can find great collection of his poetry.
November 3, 2018
zaber.but how to read
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December 10, 2019its is very beautiful if you want more about poetry
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April 10, 2020
Great poetry. If you are looking for Shayari please visit https://loveshayariii.com/romantic-lo...
May 10, 2020
Just one sentence for this book.Read it and you will realise it .What a amazing book .Allama Iqbal is one the best Poet of world.No any doubt
August 19, 2020
I didn't understand... I love to read and observe the all quotes but something 😪is probably going wrong❌
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September 4, 2020
Allama Iqbal Best Shyar Sad Status
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October 9, 2020allama iqdal is really deep poet .ossam i like it
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November 29, 2020
Outstanding
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December 20, 2020
Waqai kamal ky Poetry Hote ha Allama Iqbal Sahab Ky. Read Heart Broken Poetry In Urdu
December 27, 2020
Very nice
June 14, 2021
Amazing poetry by Allama Iqbal.You might also like Urdu poetry by these Urdu Poets
September 23, 2021
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January 30, 2022ستاروں سے آگے جہاں اور بھی ہیں
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January 14, 2024
his poetry makes me so proud to be pakistani, his words are too perfect 🥲
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