FAQ About Rumi
Who was Shams and what is his significance to Rumi?
Shams-e Tabrizi was a wandering dervish who became Rumi’s spiritual mentor and close friend. Their profound relationship deeply inspired Rumi, influencing his writings and spiritual journey. Shams’ impact on Rumi was so profound that much of Rumi’s poetry, particularly the Diwan-e Shams-e Tabrizi, is dedicated to him.
