Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rubaiyat-of-omar-khayyam
Noun
/ruːˈbaɪ.ət əv ˈoʊ.mɑːr kaɪˈjɑːm/
Definition
A collection of quatrains (four-line poems) attributed to the Persian poet Omar Khayyam, exploring themes of life, love, and existential thought.
Examples
- The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam has been translated into many languages, capturing the beauty of its verses.
- In one famous quatrain, Khayyam muses on the fleeting nature of time and human experience.
- Literary enthusiasts often gather to discuss the philosophical implications of the Rubaiyat.
Meaning
The term refers to a specific literary work that encapsulates the philosophical and contemplative nature of Khayyam’s poetic expression.
Synonyms
- Poems of Omar Khayyam
- Omar Khayyam’s quatrains
- Khayyam’s verses
