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Waris Shah ( Punjabi: وارث شاہ ( Shahmukhi); 1722 – 1798) was an 18th-century Punjabi Sufi poet of the Chishti order, known popularly for his contribution to Punjabi literature. [2] [1] He is also known as 'Shakespeare of Punjab'. He is primarily known as the author of Heer Ranjha love poem.
Waris Shah (1722–1798) was born in Jandiala Sher Khan, Punjab, Pakistan into a reputed Syed family. His father's name was Gulshar Shah. He is renowned for his Qissa Heer Ranjha. Waris Shah acknowledged himself as a disciple of Pir Makhdum of Kasur.
Waris Shah (1722 – 1798) was a Punjabi poet, best-known for his seminal work Heer, based on the Punjabi love legend of Heer and her lover Ranjha. Heer is considered one of the quintessential works of classical Punjabi literature. His verse is a treasure-trove of Punjabi phrases, idioms and sayings.
Sayyed Waris Shah, as the 18th century Sufi poet was known, composed the most popular rendition of the epic love story of Heer-Ranjha. Pakistani artist Abdur Rahman Chughtai’s portrayal of Waris...
Waris Shah was a Punjabi poet known for his masterful rendition of the epic love story of Heer Ranjha. Although he was not the first to tell this tale, his version has become the definitive and most beloved, achieving canonical status in Punjabi literature.
Feb 20, 2014 · Waris Shah (1722–1798) was a Punjabi Sufi poet, renowned for his contribution to Punjabi literature. He is best known for his seminal work Heer Ranjha, based on the traditional folk tale of Heer and her lover Ranjha.
Sayyad Waris Shah collection of poetry, ghazal, Nazm in Urdu, Hindi & English. Read more about Sayyad Waris Shah and access their famous audio, video, and ebooks.”.
Feb 25, 2024 · In the rich drapery of Punjabi literature, the name Waris Shah stands as a luminous thread, weaving together tales of love, sacrifice, and societal critique. Often hailed as the Shakespeare of Punjab, Waris Shah's literary prowess transcends time, echoing the sentiments of an era marked by cultural richness and societal challenges.
Waris Shah (Punjabi: وارث شاہ, ਵਾਰਿਸ ਸ਼ਾਹ) was a Punjabi Sufi poet, renowned for his contribution to Punjabi literature. He is best known for his seminal work Heer Ranjha, based on the traditional folk tale of Heer and her lover Ranjha.
Jun 11, 2011 · Waris Shah is a giant of Punjabi literary culture. Some critics call him the Shakespeare of Punjabi literature. His magnum opus Heer is not only a Punjabi but a world classic.
