Diwan (collection of poems)

A Diwan is a curated collection of poetry, often compiled by a single poet or an anthology of various poets, organized typically in a specific order such as chronologically or thematically. Originating from Persian and Arabic literary traditions, it serves as both a personal portfolio of a poet's work or a literary anthology representing a particular era or style. Diwans are used to preserve, showcase, and study poetic expression, capturing a range of emotions, ideas, and cultural themes within a unified volume. They are an important cultural and literary artifact, reflecting the poetic and artistic heritage of a region or period.