Li-Yaʾti al-Salām: Arabic 2022

Li-Yaʾti al-Salām (May Peace Come) is the debut poetry collection by Syrian poet Ziyād Baqdūnas, published in 2020 by Sameh Publishing. Spanning 144 pages, the book features a mix of classical and free verse, with a strong emotional and humanistic tone. The poems revolve around: The search for inner peace and reconciliation with the world Themes of love, loss, and resilience, often framed through personal and collective suffering A lyrical style that blends traditional Arabic meters with modern poetic freedom The female figure and romantic longing as metaphors for hope and emotional depth Baqdūnas crafts verses that speak to the oppressed individual, offering a poetic refuge in times of turmoil. The title itself suggests a yearning for peace—not just politically, but spiritually and emotionally.