Prosodic and Topical Variety in Khaqanis' ‎Rubaies

Abstract

For centuries “Rubai” Because of its traits comparing ‎with other forms of poetry has always been considered by ‎literary men. One of those traits was having numerous and ‎various meters. Besides, Rubai as a form which can ‎encompass various topics and contents was always ‎considered by most poets. With due attention to that matter, ‎khaqanis' rubaies are scrutinized with a view to prosodic and ‎topical variety i.e., most occurring and prevalent meters and ‎topics in khaqanis' rubaies – accompanied by statistical ‎information – is rendered here. Khaqanie's rubaies are also ‎scrutinized with a view of rhyme and Radif.‎

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