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Rawshanāʾī-nāmeh

work by Nāṣer-e Khusraw
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The Rawshanāʾī-nāmeh, meaning "Book of Light," is a philosophical poetry work by Nāsir-e Khusraw. Nāsir-e Khusraw (1004–c. 1072/77) was a prominent Persian poet, theologian, and religious propagandist. He was a follower of the Ismāʿīlī branch of Islam.1

The Rawshanāʾī-nāmeh is one of his didactic and devotional poems, which are considered to be of high literary quality. This work, along with his other writings, aimed to expound the doctrines of the Ismāʿīlī faith. His literary style is described as straightforward and vigorous, showcasing great technical virtuosity in his verse.1

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  2. Persian literature - Religious poetry

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