A study of the dignity of Imam Ali (AS) in the poems of Movlana Jalaluddin Balkhi

Dignities and miracles have been among the topics discussed in the works of Persian writers and poets. Ever since Sanai entered practically mysticism into poetry and the ground was provided for the emergence of great mystics and poets, poetry has become a manifestation of the qualities and virtues of great religious and national personalities. In the meantime, the position of Imam Ali (as) as a religious figure is undeniable. The mystical works of Imam Ali (AS) in the works of mystics and poets became the source of poetic inspiration and writing of this group of society. Movlana as one of the prominent mystics and poets has played a role in the expansion of Islamic mysticism, and studying his works can be a way to better understand the nuances of this field. This article intends to study the dignities of Imam Ali (AS) in the works of Movlana Jalaluddin Rumi in a descriptive-analytical method. This study shows that despite the fact that Movlana is Sunni, he has a sincere devotion to Imam Ali (AS) and has always mentioned his dignities in his poems and the content of his words.