Nov 18, 2009, 7:07 PM

Leader offers condolences over demise of poet Mahmud Shahrokhi

Leader offers condolences over demise of poet Mahmud Shahrokhi

TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has offered his condolences over the demise of Iranian poet Mahmud Shahrokhi, who was mostly known for his compositions on the Islamic Revolution.

Following is the text of the condolence message, which was issued on Wednesday:

 

“I offer my condolences on the demise of the highly devoted poet, Mr. Mahmud Shahrokhi, to the country’s literati and artists, all his fans, and his respected family and relatives.”

 

“He was a veteran poet of the revolution and also was amongst the pioneer artists who rushed to give a helping hand to the revolution through their valuable works… I pray that God blesses the dear poet and friend and grants him a place in heaven.” 

 

Shahrokhi died in Tehran on November 15. He was 82 years old.

 

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