A meditation on Rumi and the power of poetry | Leili Anvar

This podcast episode delves into the profound impact of language and poetry on those experiencing exile. The speaker, having left their homeland at a young age, found solace in Rumi's poetry, a lifelong companion that helped them navigate the challenges of exile. Rumi's transformative words not only provided solace for the speaker but also inspired them to embark on a journey of understanding, translation, and literary pursuits. This episode emphasizes the power of language and poetry to connect us with our homeland, explore human emotions, and transmute reality, even in the face of exile.