The Individualformation and social reform in the poetry of Zawiya Sheikhsthroughdiverse modelsacrosstime, place, and approach

Abstract

. Many scholars and sheikhs of the zawiyah distinguished themselves but also by their remarkable poetic expression and eloquent verse. In their poetry, they embedded the essence of their experiences, the brilliance of their wisdom, the lights of their spiritual unveilings,and the strength of their arguments. From this perspective, we sought to uncover the hidden treasures of these texts and to highlight their educational and spiritual dimensions, considering them an important means of instruction along this noble path. A comprehensive description and accurate conclusions can only be reached by diversifying the poetic samples in terms of time: both ancient and modern; place: across the various regions of this beloved homeland; and spiritual path: representing the diversity of approaches, traditions, and practices. In the end, we find that the luminous poem—the poems of the saints—has indeed succeeded in shaping individuals and reforming society, as it contains a profound knowledge of the human soul, its ailments, and the secrets of its healing.