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Rumi

Rumi was a thirteenth-century Persian Sufi poet and mystic whose poetry explores divine love, spiritual transformation and the seeker's relationship with the Divine.

Tradition / area: Sufism

Who is Rumi?

Rumi was a thirteenth-century Persian Sufi poet and mystic whose poetry explores divine love, spiritual transformation and the seeker's relationship with the Divine.

Teachings and significance

His poetry and prose are studied across cultures, with translation and textual attribution requiring particular care.

Major works, practices or public legacy

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Questions readers commonly ask

What tradition is Rumi associated with?

Sufism.

What is Rumi known for?

Rumi was a thirteenth-century Persian Sufi poet and mystic whose poetry explores divine love, spiritual transformation and the seeker's relationship with the Divine.

Where should I start researching Rumi?

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Sources and verification

Always identify the translator and edition when quoting Rumi; distinguish translated poetry from historical claims.