Embassy of Pakistan and University of Tehran Commemorate Iqbal Day
TEHRAN (Iran News) Dr. Abdul Raza Saif, Dean of the Faculty of Literature and Humanities, presided over the event, welcoming esteemed guests and emphasizing the significance of Iqbal’s contributions to Islamic thought and philosophy.
Ambassador Tipu expressed his admiration for the Iranian people’s enduring reverence for Iqbal. He noted that Iqbal, a timeless poet and philosopher, wrote much of his work in Persian, inspiring countless Muslims in the subcontinent with a vision of independence and dignity. The Ambassador highlighted how Rahbar-e-Inqilab Ayatollah Khamenei’s deep appreciation of Iqbal’s work—having committed 2,000 of Iqbal’s verses to memory—resonates profoundly within Pakistan’s literary circles. Iqbal’s universal and metaphysical philosophy, embodied in his concepts of Khudi (selfhood), Shaheen (eagle), and his devotion to Prophet Muhammad, remains unparalleled. In today’s globalized world, where cultural identities often blur, Iqbal’s message serves as a guiding light, encouraging us to stay rooted in our cultural heritage and values. Known as the “Poet of the East,” Iqbal’s poetry encapsulates the essence of Eastern civilizations, including Iran, the Arab world, Turkey, and Pakistan.
The event featured a documentary, Poet of the East, which offered insights into Iqbal’s life and legacy. Students recited verses in both Urdu and Persian to honor this great poet, philosopher, and thinker. An exhibition showcasing rare photographs of Iqbal’s life and career was also held at the University of Tehran. The ceremony was attended by a large gathering of students, scholars, and members of the Pakistani diaspora.
