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Rabi'a Balkhi
First known Persian-speaking poetess
Born
880 CE
Died
915 CE
Historical Period
Samanid Dynasty
Biography
Rabi'a Balkhi (died 915) was a pioneering Afghan poetess from Balkh, often considered the first known Persian-speaking woman poet. Her works explore themes of love, nature, and spirituality.
Major Achievements
- First known Persian-speaking female poet
- Pioneered women's literary voice
- Created classical Persian poetry
- Influenced Islamic literature