Qani (Muhammad Kabuli)

Quick Facts

• Region: Mahabad, Iranian Kurdistan
• Born: 1898, Rishin (near Mariwan), Iran
• Died: 1965, Mahabad (Iran)
• Known for: Kurdish poetry, social criticism, nationalism

Overview

Qani, also known as Muhammad Kabuli, was a Kurdish poet from Iranian Kurdistan who wrote in the Sorani dialect. He is often remembered as a poet of the people, writing about poverty, injustice, and national identity.

His poems helped shape modern Kurdish literary culture in Iran and influenced later generations of Kurdish writers.

Life and Work

Qani was born in the village of Rishin near Mariwan and later lived in Mahabad. His poetry drew on everyday life and the experiences of ordinary Kurds, and he gained a reputation for direct, accessible language.

Legacy

He remains a celebrated figure in Kurdish literature, and his work is still widely read and quoted in Kurdish cultural circles.