Definition: Abdul-baha or Abū Līl al-Qāsim ibn Jibril, also called Abdul-Muttalib, was an Arab Persian poet in the 12th century. He lived in a time when poetry had not yet developed into its modern forms and he is considered one of the most important poets of the period.
Abdul-baha's life and works can be divided into several periods:
1) The Early Period: In this era, Abdul-baha wrote his first two books. They were known as "The Life" and "The Art of Writing". He also composed a number of songs. These are considered to be the earliest examples of Persian poetry.
2) The Middle Age: This period was marked by an increase in poetry and a shift from poetry to prose writing. Abdul-baha's works during this time include:
- "Hymn of the Sun" - A poetic epic that explores themes of love, loss, and death.
- "The Life" (12th century) - A collection of poems that includes several of his most famous songs.
3) The Renaissance: During the 15th century, Abdul-baha's works began to develop into more modern styles. He composed a number of short stories and essays. His most well-known work is "The Poem on the Life of Christ" (1429), which became known as the "Book of Life".
In summary:
- Abdul-baha was an Arab Persian poet who lived in the 12th century.
- He wrote several works, including poetry, prose writing, and short stories during this time period.
- His most well-known work is "The Poem on the Life of Christ" (1429).
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