English poem
Xcix
by Abu al-Ala al-Maarri (973–1057)
Thy wealth can shed no tears around thy bier, Nor can it wash thy hands of shame and fear; Ere thou departest with it freely part,-- Let others plead for thee and God will hear.
Versos English Abu al-Ala al-Maarri Xcix
English poem
by Abu al-Ala al-Maarri (973–1057)
Thy wealth can shed no tears around thy bier, Nor can it wash thy hands of shame and fear; Ere thou departest with it freely part,-- Let others plead for thee and God will hear.