Omar Khayyam

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The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam (eBook, ePUB)

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The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam is a masterful collection of quatrains that captures the essence of existence through its meditative reflections on life, love, and mortality. With a unique literary style that combines lyrical beauty and philosophical depth, Khayyam's work employs a rich tapestry of imagery and metaphor, skillfully intertwining themes of carpe diem and existential contemplation. Composed in the 11th century during the Islamic Golden Age, the Rubaiyat stands at the crossroads of Persian literary traditions and philosophical inquiry, resonating with the mysticism and yearning for knowledge characteristic of medieval Persian poetry. Omar Khayyam was not only a renowned poet but also an accomplished mathematician and astronomer, which profoundly influenced his worldview and themes in his poetry. Living in a time of rich cultural exchange, Khayyam's duality of scientific and poetic endeavors narrates the quest for understanding the mysteries of life, paralleling the existential questions that permeate his verses. His background as a polymath offered him a distinct perspective on the transient nature of existence, making his reflections all the more poignant. The Rubaiyat invites readers to ponder the complexity of their own lives while enjoying the exquisite craftsmanship of Khayyam's verses. This timeless work offers insights that are as relevant today as they were a millennium ago, making it a must-read for anyone seeking to explore the beauty and brevity of life. Readers of poetry, philosophy, and anyone enamored with the nuances of human experience will find in Khayyam's Rubaiyat a profound source of inspiration.

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Omar Khayyam (1048-1131) was a Persian polymath, mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet, who is most famously remembered for his poetry, more specifically, 'The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam'. A collection of quatrains (rubaiyat), this work has been admired for its beautiful and thought-provoking content which delves into the existential and often celebrates the joys of living in the present moment. Translated posthumously into many languages, the most noted English translation was completed by Edward FitzGerald in the 19th century, which played a significant role in popularizing Khayyam's lyrical poetry across the Western world. Khayyam's literary style is characterized by his profound ruminations on fate, mortality, and the mysteries of the universe, presented with a lyrical grace that blends the borders between philosophy and poetry. His poetry often reflects his scholarly background and presents complex ideas with remarkable concision and evocative imagery. While 'The Rubaiyat' is what he's mainly remembered for in the West, in his native Persia, Omar Khayyam is also recognized for his scientific works and his contribution as a scholar, particularly in the field of mathematics, where he contributed to the development of algebra, and in astronomy, where he participated in reforming the calendar. His multi-faceted genius renders him a towering figure not just in Persian literature but also in medieval intellectual history.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: DigiCat
• Seitenzahl: 30
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. Mai 2022
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 8596547015673
• Artikelnr.: 64130077