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Closeness to Kings |
The distinction between the ruler and the ruled cannot disappear
The beggar cannot have the audacity of being equal to the king |
In the world adoration of the master is the climax of devotion
“Seek the pleasure of the master and have the beautiful tunic” |
But if you aim to have the good pleasure of the ruler
You will have the title of self-seeker and anti-national |
The old way has thousands of difficulties
In the new principle the lap is free of worries |
The real joy comes by passing one’s life like this
“Thousand words in the mouth and have silent lips” |
This principle alone is the mainstay of peaceful existence
“The recluse beggar you are, O Hafiz make no clamor” |
But “If you are inclined to clamor let us begin
“Grasp holy wine, then drink it to the harp’s tune” |
Join the assemblies of the rich, the minister and the king
Smash to pieces conscience’ goblet with greed’s stone |
However, listen to the message of the Saint of Shiraz also
That this is the secret of the conscience seller’s closet |
“Light of effulgence is the king’s brilliant opinion
If you want his closeness try to have clean intention” |
Translated by: M.A.K. Khalil |
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