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Message On Rumi Commemoration Day

The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in London commemorated Rumi Day with a message

Some names are never lost to the memory of the world, for they are inscribed not merely in the pages of history, but in the hearts and souls of humanity. Rumi is one such name. His words have travelled across centuries, transcending borders and cultures to become a shared legacy for all who seek truth. He saw the world not through the prism of power and division, but through the language of love, connection and meaning.

In an age when the voices of power can so often drown out the voice of humanity, returning to Rumi’s poetry reminds us of a timeless truth: what endures through the ages is not the fleeting glory of power, but the depth of thought, the boundlessness of the human spirit, and the mark one leaves upon the soul of the world.

To honour Rumi is to celebrate the enduring beauty of the Persian language and pay tribute to a vision that has touched hearts across nations and generations. His words continue to call us towards compassion, wisdom, and a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world we share.

 

On Rumi Commemoration Day, we celebrate the life and legacy of this luminous voice of Persian poetry and wisdom, whose words continue to resonate across the world.

 

Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran – London

30 September 2026