Mystical poetry of women and its evolution

Abstract

Sufi poetry refers to poetry in which real love or religious sentiments are depicted. The real essence of Sufism is real love, which is a passion. Every sufi has a natural affinity for poetry and every poet has a natural affinity for Sufism. In fact, Sufism and poetry have mutual sharing and intuition; there is a basic link of unity which cannot be terminated under any circumstances. Since the beginning of Islam, many women have experimented in various genres of poetry, especially on themes like eulogy, naat, description, bravery, generosity, as well as on the themes of divine love, self-discipline and concern for the hereafter. Women have played a vital role in the development of Sufism which is classically understood to have begun with the Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W). Women mystics have also contributed a lot. Like Sufia women melted their self in the will of Allah. History reveals women remain integrated with sufi. They lit the spark of spirituality and spent their lives to seek out the will of Allah by abstinence of earthly lust, proud and hypocrisy. Love seeker of Allah and Rasul gets eternal benefits by concentrating purification of moral values. There are famous female mystics like Rabia Basri, Rabia Qazdari, Memoona Sooda,   Bibi Rashaa, Ayesha Taimuria, Lil Aarifa, Nawab Shahjehan Begum, Fatima Qasiri Rehana, Behtar, & Tasneem. This article comprises a brief analysis of Mystical poetry of women and its evolution that preserved the spiritual heritage for coming generations. Genuinely in this age of industrialization, a peaceful message of Sufi ladies cannot be neglected.