Rumi: Heart of the Beloved 2008 Calendar

Jelaluddin Rumi (1207-1273) was a master of ecstatic poetry. His masterpieces have inspired countless people throughout history; and today, thanks to the magical translations of Coleman Barks, Rumi's poetry is more popular than ever. In the Rumi: Heart of the Beloved 2008 wall calendar, Barks' translations are paired with exquisite Persian miniatures. The rich intricacy of the artwork complements Rumi's mystical metaphors, in which the yearning for the divine beloved represents the soul's quest for wholeness. Sample Caption: "One way of seeing sees only a road. Another sees a home. It's always Home. You have to experience this Truth to know what it is."