Original spiritual poetry has the power to transcend the ordinary, moving mountains within the hearts of those who encounter it. Poetry has long been a vessel for the soul’s deepest yearnings, a language for the heart’s conversation with the Divine. Here, you will find verses that aim to inspire, heal, and uplift, encouraging reflection, growth, and the pursuit of a higher purpose. In this space, the beauty of words serves as a tool for spiritual awakening, each poem offering a moment of quiet contemplation and connection to the sacred.
The Journey Within
by
Dr. Yasemin Saib
I walk a road unseen, where whispers call me home,
Beyond mountains of pride, past rivers of the known.
To a place that holds no shadow, no fear, no shame,
Where the heart finds peace in its origin and name.
The stars are my compass, their light a gentle guide,
Each step I take, my ego stripped aside.
In silent spaces, His love fills the air,
And I am reminded—He is always there.
With each breath, a surrender, a prayer, a plea,
Draw me closer, Beloved, to Thy boundless sea.
The Mirror of Character
by
Dr. Yasemin Saib
In a world of veils, we often look outside,
But the mirror of character, we cannot hide.
For each word spoken, each choice we defend,
Reveals the state of the heart, a truth without end.
Like water reflecting the sky’s open grace,
Purity and humility leave not a trace.
To embody kindness, let love flow pure,
For the heart is the place where true virtues endure.
Seek to be gentle, let compassion lead,
And in quiet acts, the soul finds its creed.
Footsteps of Ihsan
by
Dr. Yasemin Saib
Step by step, I walk in reverence deep,
Towards a higher calling, a love I keep.
The road is long, yet each turn reveals,
The beauty of serving, the joy it conceals.
To live as a light, to uplift and share,
Is a bond with the Beloved, a living prayer.
My footprints fade, but His love remains,
In acts of kindness that bear no stains.
Each step a surrender, each breath a plea,
To walk the path of Ihsan, eternally free.
Echoes of the Divine
by
Dr. Yasemin Saib
The whispers of creation speak softly to me,
In leaves and rivers, in stars and sea.
Each breath of the breeze, each morning’s first light,
Reflects His beauty, His mercy, His might.
My heart beats in rhythm to His endless song,
And I find peace where I truly belong.
O heart, stay open, O soul, stay awake,
For in life’s small wonders, His presence we take.
Let love be your echo, let kindness resound,
And in these echoes, His light will be found.
In the Garden of Humility
by
Dr. Yasemin Saib
Among roses and lilies, my soul takes its place,
Rooted in humility, touched by His grace.
The petals of kindness unfold in the sun,
Blooming in beauty, as one by one,
The virtues of patience and mercy grow tall,
Embracing each thorn, never to fall.
O soul, be gentle, like flowers in bloom,
And find in humility, the fragrance of room.
For the garden within, with its colors so rare,
Is tended by love, nurtured by care.
The Inner Light
by
Dr. Yasemin Saib
Deep within, a lantern softly glows,
Lighting the path where wisdom flows.
I fan this flame with each act of good,
Turning embers to fire as I know I should.
In patience and prayer, it shines ever bright,
Dispelling shadows with heavenly light.
Let it guide my journey, through day and night,
This light of Ihsan, pure and upright.
For within this heart, a universe resides,
Where beauty and truth in unity abide.
Beyond the Veil of Appearances
by
Dr. Yasemin Saib
Look past what is seen, the world’s outer face,
And dive deep within, to that sacred place.
Beyond the veil, where illusions lie bare,
The soul finds refuge in beauty rare.
Not bound by form, nor title, nor pride,
It is in purity where truth will reside.
Embrace the unseen, seek what is true,
For the Beloved’s light is what shines through.
This is the path of those who dare,
To seek what is hidden, to know, and to care.
A Call to Compassion
by
Dr. Yasemin Saib
Let kindness lead, let mercy flow,
In every step, let compassion grow.
Each act of love, a thread we weave,
In the fabric of life, we give and receive.
Hold space for others, with hearts open wide,
For compassion is the Beloved’s guide.
To serve, to heal, to comfort, to mend,
Is the calling of every heart to attend.
Let love be your legacy, gentle and true,
In the embrace of the Divine, find refuge anew.
Patience and Peace
by
Dr. Yasemin Saib
In the garden of patience, my soul finds peace,
A gentle stillness that will never cease.
For in waiting, I grow, in stillness, I see,
The unfolding of grace, the beauty of decree.
With trust in my heart, I surrender all,
Knowing His wisdom guides every call.
Patience a river, flowing deep and wide,
Carrying me gently to the other side.
O soul, let go, be still and free,
In the arms of His mercy, eternally.
Wings of Forgiveness
by
Dr. Yasemin Saib
To forgive is a gift, a release, a grace,
An opening of heart, a sacred embrace.
Let go of burdens, let grudges fall,
For the soul finds peace when it heeds the call.
Forgiveness is a balm that heals the heart,
Allowing resentment to fully depart.
In the act of mercy, freedom takes flight,
Lifting the spirit to limitless height.
Embrace forgiveness, let it be true,
For in forgiveness, His mercy shines through.
Through Trials to Triumph
by
Dr. Yasemin Saib
For every storm, a clearing light,
For every fall, a chance to rise.
Hold firm to hope, let fear disperse,
For trials are steps to blessings reversed.
In the Shade of Ihsan
by
Dr. Yasemin Saib
Beneath the shade of Ihsan, I find my rest,
A heart surrendered, a soul truly blessed.
Guided by mercy, led by His grace,
I walk towards Him, at life’s gentle pace.
Poems Written By Others
QASIDA - YA NAFSU
By
Imam 'Ali bin Husayn al-Habsh
Should you not gain your wants, my soul, then be not grieved;
But hasten to that banquet which your Lord’s bequeathed
And when a thing for which you ask is slow to come,
Then know that often through delay are gifts received
