Imam Busiri and the Ode of the Mantle
Poets raised in the Islamic world beginning with Hassan ibn Thabit and Ka’b ibn Zuhair put forth the most mature works of their genius and art in eulogies and odes written for Prophet Muhammad (pbuh). However, some of these are considered to be more fortunate than others due not so much to the artistic value of their work, but to the fame they gained. One of those heading this caravan is I...