Aref Qazvini

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<p>Aref Qazvini was a renowned Iranian poet, lyricist, and musician. Born in Qazvin, he became celebrated for his deeply patriotic and revolutionary poetry, earning the title of a national poet. His works were a significant part of the <a href="/facts/Persian_Constitutional_Revolution/Ug7e6SV0">Iranian Constitutional Revolution</a>, where his political and pro-revolutionary songs rallied many to the cause.
</p><p>Aref Qazvini's contributions extended beyond poetry to include lyrics for numerous songs, showcasing his musical talents. His compositions often reflected his revolutionary spirit and love for Iran. In his later years, he moved to Hamadan, where he died in January 1934 at the age of 52.
</p><p>Posthumously, his complete works were published in <a href="/facts/Berlin/pMTIRNXK">Berlin</a> and <a href="/facts/Tehran/S8dmdwyG">Tehran</a>. One of his notable poems, <i>The Imprisoned Bird's Moaning</i> (<a href="/facts/Persian_language/jfUYbHbt">Persian</a>: ناله مرغ اسیر), is a call to his compatriots to fight for their freedom. In the poem's first six verses, Aref urges the people to reject foreign assistance and sacrifice their lives for their nation's sovereignty. He criticises the <a href="/facts/Shah/5fHmcDtU">Shah</a>, portraying him as an enemy of the people, reflecting the poet's patriotic sentiments and anti-colonial attitudes prevalent during the Constitutional period.
</p><p>The poem uses powerful imagery to convey its message. Birds symbolize freedom, with the caged bird representing oppressed individuals unable to express themselves. This metaphor serves to warn the countrymen against silence and passivity, likening it to the despair of caged birds. Another symbol, the wind, represents liberty in <a href="/facts/Persian_literature/5lKzoLfm">Persian literature</a>, signifying hope and the widespread call for freedom. The wind's universal reach underscores the necessity for all Iranians to unite in saving their country.
</p><p>Aref Qazvini's poetry often questioned the <a href="/facts/Bourgeoisie/Ho3RUrlA">bourgeoisie</a> system, challenging the ruling class's ideology. By addressing his fellow countrymen, he aimed to empower them to resist authority and fight for a free and independent Iran. His work remains a testament to his enduring impact on Persian literature and the revolutionary spirit of his time.
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<ul><li>J. Matīnī, M. Caton, <a href="http://www.iranicaonline.org/articles/aref-qazvini-poet"><i>ʿĀref Qazvīnī</i></a> / <a href="/facts/Encyclop%25C3%25A6dia_Iranica/vpxGm0xG">Encyclopædia Iranica</a> (1986—2011).</li>
<li><i><a href="http://www.rkac.com/people/aref.htm">Abolqassem Aref Ghazvini</a> <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20210624200418/http://www.rkac.com/people/aref.htm">Archived</a> 2021-06-24 at the <a href="/facts/Wayback_Machine/nmQ3a6JC">Wayback Machine</a></i>, Rouhollah Khaleghi Artistic Center / <i><a href="http://www.rkac.com">Kanun-e Honari-e Rouhollah Khaleghi</a> <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20210125010432/http://www.rkac.com/">Archived</a> 2021-01-25 at the <a href="/facts/Wayback_Machine/nmQ3a6JC">Wayback Machine</a></i></li></ul>

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