Farrokhi Sistani facts for kids

Abul Hasan Ali ibn Julugh Farrukhi Sistani, often called Farrokhi, was a very famous Persian poet who lived a long time ago, from about 980 to 1037 or 1038. He wrote all of his beautiful poems in the Persian language.

Farrokhi: A Talented Persian Poet

Farrokhi was one of the most important poets during his time. He was especially well-known in the court of a powerful ruler named Mahmud Ghaznavi. Being a court poet meant he wrote poems for the ruler and his family, often celebrating their achievements or special events.

What is a Court Poet?

In ancient times, many kings and rulers had special poets who worked for them. These poets were called "court poets." Their job was to write poems that praised the ruler, told stories about important events, or simply entertained the court. Farrokhi was considered the very best poet in Mahmud Ghaznavi's court.

Farrokhi's Works: The Divan

Farrokhi's poems are all gathered together in a collection called a Divan. A Divan is a special type of book that holds all the poems of one writer. It's like a complete collection of their best works, often organized in a specific way. Farrokhi's Divan helps us remember his amazing talent and read his poems even today.