English poem
Xcv
by Abu al-Ala al-Maarri (973–1057)
Two merchantmen decided they would battle, To prove at last who sold the finest wares; And while Mahomet shrieked his call to prayers, The true Messiah waved his wooden rattle.
Versos English Abu al-Ala al-Maarri Xcv
English poem
by Abu al-Ala al-Maarri (973–1057)
Two merchantmen decided they would battle, To prove at last who sold the finest wares; And while Mahomet shrieked his call to prayers, The true Messiah waved his wooden rattle.