CLOSE READING OF SOHRAB SEPEHRI’S POEM "و چه تنها" (AND HOW LONELY)

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This article offers a close reading of Sohrab Sepehri’s poem: و چه تنها – which translated to “And How Lonely”, focusing on the interconnected themes of nature, solitude and the symbolism of the water lily. Drawing from Persian literary tradition, mysticism and philosophical influences, the close reading will analyse how Sepehri has portrayed nature as a sacred and active guide in one’s spiritual journey. Solitude is depicted as a path to transcendence and the water lily as a symbol for enlightenment. Through minimalist language, yet evocative, Sepehr invites readers to reflect on the divine presence in nature and in the self.

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Nature, solitude, water lily, spiritual, transcendence, transformative, mysticism, Divine, enlightenment.