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Jalal al-Din Rumi

Known for poetry, teaching circles, and expansive spiritual language.

604-672 AH / 1207-1273 CEBalkh and KonyaPoet and spiritual teacher

Jalal al-Din Rumi: life, work, and legacy

Jalal al-Din Rumi Poet and spiritual teacher

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Jalal al-Din Rumi is presented as poet and spiritual teacher associated with Balkh and Konya. The working chronology for this record is 604-672 AH / 1207-1273 CE. Known for poetry, teaching circles, and expansive spiritual language.

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604-672 AH / 1207-1273 CE

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