Philosophy of Death in Al-Jawahiri's Elegies
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The philosophy of death has been a subject of contemplation since ancient times. Death represents the most profound challenge for the soul, particularly for sensitive poets. Death is an unavoidable reality, a constant challenge faced by humanity throughout history, and it represents a truth from which there is no escape. This theme is evident in the earliest human texts, where individuals sought to alleviate the primal fear of the inevitable end through their relentless pursuit of immortality, often referred to in ancient times as the elixir of life. This theme is clearly recognized in Al-Jawahri's poetry who is influenced by his relatives' and friends' death. This, as a matter of fact, gives his poetry a melancholic mood reflected by different means of representation.
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