Rethinking Khayyaamism

His Controversial Poems and Vision

Khodadad Kaviani

This book contains poetry attributed to Omar Khayyaam (1048-1131), a popular Iranian poet whose philosophies provoke strong reactions from those who agree or disagree with his ideas. Khayyaamism is a particular worldview that challenges established religious beliefs and practices that are contrary to reason. These short poetic expressions promote the enjoyment of living in the moment and present death as both a natural part of life and the ultimate equalizer of the rich and the poor.

The collection of poems presented in this book dare the readers to take a more critical view of the issues and values that continue to be discovered by each new generation and debated in our world. Along with each poem, there are conversation starters and questions that invite the reader to dig deeper into the exposed concepts.

Hamilton Books

Pages: 160 • Trim: 6⅛ x 9

978-0-7618-6406-6 • Paperback • August 2014 • $46.99 • (£36.00)

978-0-7618-6407-3 • eBook • August 2014 • $44.50 • (£35.00)

Subjects: Religion / Islam / History, Literary Criticism / Middle Eastern, Literary Criticism / Poetry, Poetry / Middle Eastern, Religion / Islam / Rituals & Practice

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His Controversial Poems and Vision

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This book contains poetry attributed to Omar Khayyaam (1048-1131), a popular Iranian poet whose philosophies provoke strong reactions from those who agree or disagree with his ideas. Khayyaamism is a particular worldview that challenges established religious beliefs and practices that are contrary to reason. These short poetic expressions promote the enjoyment of living in the moment and present death as both a natural part of life and the ultimate equalizer of the rich and the poor.

The collection of poems presented in this book dare the readers to take a more critical view of the issues and values that continue to be discovered by each new generation and debated in our world. Along with each poem, there are conversation starters and questions that invite the reader to dig deeper into the exposed concepts.

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Hamilton Books

Pages: 160 • Trim: 6⅛ x 9

978-0-7618-6406-6 • Paperback • August 2014 • $46.99 • (£36.00)

978-0-7618-6407-3 • eBook • August 2014 • $44.50 • (£35.00)

Subjects: Religion / Islam / History, Literary Criticism / Middle Eastern, Literary Criticism / Poetry, Poetry / Middle Eastern, Religion / Islam / Rituals & Practice

Author

Khodadad (Khodi) Kaviani is an associate professor and education program director at Central Washington University. He has produced music CDs that highlight the ancient Iranian and Zoroastrian traditions. His areas of research include Middle Eastern politics and culture, and the intersection of curriculum and ideology.

Table of Contents

Preface
Introduction
A collection of one liners based on Khayyaamism
Note to teachers
Poetry and Translations
References and additional online sources to extend learning

Rethinking Khayyaamism

His Controversial Poems and Vision

Khodadad Kaviani

Rethinking Khayyaamism

His Controversial Poems and Vision

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