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THE SECRETS OF THE SELF
THE SECRETS OF THE SELF (ASRÁR-I KHUDÍ)
INTRODUCTION
PROLOGUE
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A lyrical meditation on the nature of the self, this work invites listeners to explore the inner universe that underpins every human experience. Drawing on the rich traditions of Persian poetry and modern philosophical thought, it presents a series of vivid verses that link personal growth to love, desire, and the pursuit of higher purpose. The opening sections set a tone of quiet urgency, urging each soul to awaken its latent strength before external forces can diminish it.
Through a tapestry of allegorical stories—a thirsty bird, a glittering diamond beside coal, and a dialogue between mountain and river—the poem illustrates how inner discipline transforms ordinary life into a conduit for cosmic insight. The narrator’s voice is both scholarly and passionate, weaving subtle metaphysics with accessible language that resonates across cultures. Listeners will find themselves drawn into a timeless quest for self‑realization, guided by verses that echo both ancient mystics and contemporary thinkers.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (102K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Fritz Ohrenschall, Emmanuel Ackerman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
Release date
2018-06-13
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1877–1938
A major voice in Urdu and Persian literature, he brought poetry, philosophy, and public life together in work that still resonates across South Asia. His writing ranges from lyrical and spiritual to political, always driven by questions of selfhood, faith, and renewal.
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