Hidir Lutfi facts for kids
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Hidir Lutfi
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خضر لطفي | |
Born | 1880 Kirkuk, Ottoman Empire
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Died | June 23, 1959 Kirkuk, Iraq
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Occupation | poet |
Hidir Lutfi (born 1880 – died June 23, 1959) was an important Iraqi poet. He was born in Kirkuk, a city that was part of the Ottoman Empire at the time. His family had roots in Konya, a city in Turkey.
Hidir Lutfi was known for his love of learning. He spent time studying three different languages: Arabic, Persian, and Turkish. This helped him become a skilled writer and poet.
A Life of Words
Hidir Lutfi spent his life creating beautiful poetry and studying literature.
His Writings
He wrote many poems, which were collected in a book called a Diwan. A Diwan is a special collection of poems, often by one poet. Even though his Diwan was not printed during his lifetime, his words were still important. He also did a lot of research about literature and wrote a book about the history of his hometown, Kirkuk.
His Legacy
Hidir Lutfi passed away in 1959 in Kirkuk, the same city where he was born. He was buried there, leaving behind a legacy of poetry and knowledge. His work helps us understand the history and culture of his time.