A short introduction to Rumi

Rumi was a 13th-century Persian poet, jurist, theologian, and Sufi mystic. Rumi's poems, which are written in Persian, have been translated into many of the world's languages. 

Rumi's poetry is characterized by its spiritual and mystical themes. His poems often explore the themes of love, loss, and yearning. Rumi's work is also known for its use of imagery and metaphor.

Rumi was born in 1207 in what is now Afghanistan. He was raised in a Sufi household and received a traditional Muslim education. Rumi's father was a theologian and jurist, and his mother was a spiritual teacher.

Rumi's family moved to Konya, Turkey, when he was 12 years old. It was there that Rumi began his religious studies. He also began to write poetry during this time.

Rumi married and had children, but his wife died young. This loss deeply affected Rumi, and he began to write more about love and loss.

Rumi met a man named Shams-e Tabrizi. Rumi and Shams became close friends, and Rumi began to write more about love and spirituality. Rumi's poetry became more mystical during this time.

Rumi's work was not well-known outside of his hometown until after his death. However, his poetry has since been translated into many languages and has become popular around the world.

Rumi is considered one of the most important poets in the Persian tradition. His work has had a profound impact on religious and spiritual thought, and his poems continue to be popular among readers of all backgrounds.

"The minute I heard my first love story, I started looking for you, not knowing how blind that was. Lovers don't finally meet somewhere. They're in each other all along."

― Rumi