Author: Shavkatov, Sherali Shavkatovich

Annotation: This article analyzes the artistic and philosophical interpretation of love in Agahi’s lyrics. Based on the divan “Ta’viz ul-oshiqin”, the study reveals the symbolic meanings of divine and spiritual love as well as the lover’s aspiration toward spiritual perfection. The research comparatively examines the concept of love in Agahi’s ghazals alongside Sufi views, Eastern philosophical thought, and traditions of classical literature. Furthermore, the spiritual significance of love in contemporary society is discussed.

Keywords: Agahi, love, ‘ishq’, Sufism, spiritual perfection, divine love, lyrics, “Ta’viz ul-oshiqin”.

Pages in journal: 223 - 228