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The Concepts of Solitude and Buddhism in
Sohrab Sepehri’s Poetry

Heidar-Ali Amini, M.A. Student
Masihollah Nemati, M.A. Student
Ferdowsi University of Mashhad

Abstract

Ambiguity is the most controversial and critical issue in Sohrab Sepehri’s poetry which could be considered as a result of the influence of Buddhism on the poet. The present study aims to assess the effects of Buddhism on Sohrab Sepehri’s attitude and his poems. In order to achieve this goal, first, Sohrab Sepehri’s biography and major works are discussed and then, the concepts of Buddha and Buddhism are explained. Finally, the influence of Buddhism on Sohrab Sepehri’s poetry and his attitude towards life is investigated. Owing to the fact that ‘solitude’ is of great importance in Buddhist studies, the notion of solitude in Sohrab Sepehri’s poetry is also examined in the current study. Sohrab Sepehri repeatedly used the word ‘solitude’ in his poems which can show his attitude towards life. As solitude is of great importance in Buddhism, this repetition must have been influenced by Buddhism.

Keywords: solitude, Sohrab Sepehri, Buddha, Buddhism, Arhat, nirvana

1. Introduction

Sohrab Sepehri was a notable Persian poet. He always sought truth in his works. Thanks to his widespread travels and studies, he was acquainted with the concept of Buddhism and was influenced by this school of thought. The notion of solitude, which is mostly seen in Buddhism, can be noticed in many of Sepehri’s poems. This type of solitude which is based on the teachings of the Buddha make it necessary for human beings to become free of human desires in order to escape from the suffering that is part of life. Buddha refers to earthly needs as impure desires and his teachings help people to grow towards enlightenment and be Arhats.

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Heidar-Ali Amini, M.A. Student
Department of Linguistics Faculty of Letters and Humanities
Ferdowsi University of Mashhad
aliamini1348@yahoo.com

Masihollah Nemati, M.A. Student
Department of Linguistics Faculty of Letters and Humanities
Ferdowsi University of Mashhad
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