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EPILOGUE

The Poetry of Shah Abdul Latif Bhitai is published in a book “Shah

Jo Risalo”. in which he has divided his poetry into Surs, which are based on

different folk tales of the land. These are sung in particular musical tones.

Here is a brief explanation of Surs, based and named after musical tones:

Asa:

Asa means “Hope”. It is the name of a very sweet musical tone, which is usually

sung in the early morning. In this Sur Shah Latif has described the Sufism (asceticism) in

full length whereby he makes the humans aware of their relationship with Allah, which

ought not to be ignored by involving in worldly temptations.

Bilawal:

Bilawal is a musical melody, and when sung it gives a very soothing

and peaceful effect on the singer and listener as well. This Sur contains

praise for Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) as an ideal leader, in the allegory of

the notables of Sindh.

Barvo Sindhi: