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“There was a door to which I found no key: There was the veil through which I might not see.”

Quote by Omar Khayyam

Book:The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam

Work

The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam

The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam is a compilation of Persian quatrains, or short poems, written by the 11th-century Persian poet. These poems delve into various philosophical and spiritual themes, including the fleeting nature of life, the pursuit of happiness, and the mysteries of the afterlife. The work has been translated into English and has influenced many Western poets and thinkers. more

Author

Omar Khayyam was a Persian philosopher, mathematician, and poet, renowned for his contributions to algebra and his philosophical works, particularly the 'Quatrains', which have had a profound influence on Western literature and thought. more

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