Comparative Study and Analysis of Devotion Concepts in Imam Hossein - Related Divan and Hafez Divan

Imam Hossein – lord of devotion and one of the greatest religious characters – whose poets are of much value and his devotion related concepts could be seen in Hafez Divan. Some of these concepts are blaming this world and secularism, avoiding acquisitiveness, blaming pride, thinking about death, avoiding guilt and corruption, modesty and humility, repentance and contentment. It is remarkable to mention that Imam Hossein and Hafez both applied simple language as well as Quranic concepts, simple terms and expressions and enjoyable rhyme and rhythm. Imam has enjoyed less imageries while they can be seen in Hafez's a lot. Thus the present article attempts to study Imam's devotions in Hafez Divan in descriptive – analytical method.