About Jaun Elia
Jaun Elia
Jaun Elia (14 December 1931 – 8 November 2002) was a Pakistani poet, philosopher, biographer, and scholar. He was one of the most prominent modern Urdu poets, popular for his unconventional ways. He acquired knowledge of philosophy, logic, Islamic history, the Muslim Shia tradition, Muslim religious sciences, Western literature, and Kabbala.
Elia was born in Amroha, British India (now in Uttar Pradesh, India). He migrated to Karachi, Pakistan, after the partition of India in 1947. He studied at the University of Karachi, where he received a degree in philosophy. After graduating, he worked as a journalist and a translator.
Elia began writing poetry at a young age. His first collection of poems, Shaayed (Maybe), was published in 1991. He went on to publish several more collections of poetry, including Yaani (That Is), Gumaan (Conjecture), Lekin (But), and Goyaa (Perhaps).
Elia's poetry is known for its dark humor, its exploration of existentialist themes, and its use of colloquial language. He was a vocal critic of the Pakistani government, and his poetry often dealt with themes of alienation, despair, and the absurdity of life.
Elia died in Karachi, Pakistan, on 8 November 2002. He was 70 years old. His death was a major loss to the Urdu literary world. He is considered one of the most important Urdu poets of the 20th century, and his work continues to be read and admired by people all over the world.
Elia's poetry has been translated into many languages, including English, French, and Arabic. His work has been praised by critics for its originality, its power, and its emotional depth. He is considered one of the most important Urdu poets of the 20th century, and his work continues to be read and admired by people all over the world.
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Jaun Elia
Birth Details : Amroha, Uttar Pradesh, India,
14 December 1931
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