Poet: Allama Iqbal

Allama Iqbal (1877–1938)

Poet of the East | Philosopher | Visionary Thinker

Allama Muhammad Iqbal was one of the greatest poets and philosophers of the Islamic world. Known as the “Poet of the East” (Shair-e-Mashriq), his poetry awakened a sense of self-realization, dignity, and spiritual revival among Muslims, especially in the Indian subcontinent.

Iqbal wrote primarily in Urdu and Persian, blending deep philosophy with powerful poetic expression. His verses explore themes of selfhood (Khudi), faith, love, action, freedom, and the revival of moral and spiritual values. Unlike romantic poets, Iqbal’s poetry urges readers to rise, question, and transform themselves.