Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Rumi, commonly known as Rumi, was a 13th-century Persian poet, Islamic scholar, and Sufi mystic. Born in 1207 in Balkh, present-day Afghanistan, he later settled in Konya, Turkey. Rumi's works focus on themes of love, spirituality, and the connection between the human soul and the divine. Rumi is best known for his poetry, particularly the Masnavi, a six-volume poem that explores the nature of love and the quest for God. His writings have transcended cultural and religious boundaries, making him one of the most widely read poets in the world today.