Sample Recordings

These are sample recordings of Persian Sufi poetry, made by David and Sabrineh Fideler, which include the original Persian and English translation. To listen to the recordings, a fast Internet connection is recommended, but a dial-up connection may work.

The Song of the Reed Flute — The opening lines to Rumi’s epic work, the Mathnawi.

Swept Away by Awhad al-Din Kirmani

The Pathway Finally Opened — First poem: The Pathway Finally Opened by Mahsati Ganja’i. Second poem: That Which Frees You by Khaqani Shirwani.

Related Web Pages

• The Forms of Sufi Poetry (with audio samples)

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