A Study of Amjad Islam Amjad’s Hamdiyyah Verse

امجد اسلام امجد کی حمدیہ شاعری کا تحقیقی مطالعہ

Abstract

Amjad Islam Amjad is regarded as one of the most influential poets of modern Urdu literature, distinguished by his intellectual depth, spiritual consciousness, and profound attachment to Islamic values. This research article presents a critical and analytical study of his Hamd poetry. The study begins with an exploration of the literary and technical definition of Hamd, followed by an overview of the poet’s life, personality, and literary contributions. It further examines the major thematic dimensions of his Hamd poetry, including the concept of Divine Unity (Tawhid), the manifestation of Allah’s power and greatness, humility and servitude, gratitude, and Divine mercy. The findings reveal that Amjad Islam Amjad’s Hamd poetry transcends conventional praise and devotion, embodying a comprehensive spiritual, intellectual, and aesthetic vision. Through a simple yet evocative poetic style, he reflects upon the oneness of God, the magnificence of the universe, human dependence on the Creator, and the infinite mercy of Allah. His poetry not only strengthens the reader’s awareness of the Divine but also highlights the profound relationship between humanity and its Creator. The study concludes that Amjad Islam Amjad’s Hamd poetry represents a significant contribution to the Urdu Hamd tradition, successfully integrating classical religious sensibilities with contemporary intellectual and spiritual concerns.