Divan (classical poetry)

A Divan is a collection of classical poetry, primarily associated with Persian, Ottoman, and Urdu literature. It is a carefully curated anthology of a poet’s work, typically arranged alphabetically or thematically. Comprising lyrical poems called ghazals, odes, and quatrains, a Divan reflects the poet’s emotions, philosophy, and cultural themes. The form emphasizes musicality, metaphor, and intricate wordplay. Serving as both a literary and artistic symbol, a Divan showcases a poet’s mastery of language and tradition, functioning as a personal and cultural archive of poetic expression within those literary cultures.