Uncover the feminine voice of Mughal India
For too long the works of female Persian poets have been ignored, forgotten, and even suppressed. Join us as we embark on the “Poetess” series, an effort to reverse this trend. We begin with the famous Mughal princess ‘Zeb al-Nisā,’ pen name ‘Makhfī’ (Hidden).
Learn about a remarkable woman
A poetess, scholar, and patron of the arts
Uncover a story of betrayal
A life of heartbreak and house arrest
See never-before translated poems by Makhfi
Join a supportive community of poetry lovers
Meet your teacher
Muhammad Ali Mojaradi
Founder, Instructor, Translator
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After living and studying in Jordan, Turkey, Kuwait, and Iran, Detroit native Muhammad Ali Mojaradi is hosting Rumi and Persian classes in his Manhattan home. His first translation, "The Flame of Love," was published in 2025.
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