Shu‘ara-e-Urdu aur Ishq-e-Ali by Allama Zameer Akhtar Naqvi is a distinguished literary and spiritual study that explores the deep-rooted love for Hazrat Ali ibn Abi Talib (A.S.) in Urdu poetry. The book brings together the voices of renowned Urdu poets across different eras, revealing how devotion to Imam Ali has inspired some of the most profound, passionate, and intellectually rich expressions in Urdu literature.
Allama Zameer Akhtar Naqvi presents a thoughtful analysis of poetic verses that celebrate Imam Ali’s unmatched virtues—his courage, justice, wisdom, piety, and closeness to the Holy Prophet (PBUH). Through these poetic reflections, the author shows that Ishq-e-Ali is not merely an emotional attachment, but a comprehensive moral and spiritual philosophy that has shaped the conscience of Muslim poets and thinkers. The book highlights how poets, regardless of sectarian boundaries, found in Imam Ali a universal symbol of truth and righteousness.
This work serves both as a literary anthology and a spiritual discourse, making it valuable for readers interested in Urdu poetry, Islamic history, and the devotional culture surrounding the Ahl al-Bayt. Shu‘ara-e-Urdu aur Ishq-e-Ali stands as a testament to the enduring influence of Imam Ali (A.S.) on the Urdu literary tradition and offers readers an enriching journey through poetry illuminated by love, faith, and reverence.