Poetic Devices in Balochi Poetry: Metaphor, Symbolism, Rhyme & Meter | Ishaq Khamosh | HMB

In this in-depth talk, scholar Ishaq Khamosh unpacks how poetic devices shape Balochi poetry—from classical oral traditions to modern verse. Explore core tools like metaphor, simile, symbolism, imagery, rhyme, meter, alliteration, and more, with cultural examples and practical tips for readers, students, and writers.What you’ll learn:
The role of poetic devices in Balochi poetic tradition
Metaphor vs. simile: how meaning and emotion are built
Symbolism and imagery in modern Balochi poetry
Rhyme, meter, alliteration, and assonance for musicality
Personification, parallelism, repetition, and irony
Classical to contemporary evolution, with examples and analysis
Practical guidance for writing and close reading
About the speaker:
Ishaq Khamosh brings clarity and depth to Balochi poetics, connecting classical rhetoric with contemporary practice in an accessible, engaging style.Who should watch:
Students of literature and linguistics
Poets, writers, and educators
Anyone interested in Balochi language, culture, and poetry
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