English poem
Xiii
by Abu al-Ala al-Maarri (973–1057)
I would not have you keep nor idly flaunt What may be gathered from the gracious land, But I would have you sow with sleepless hand The virtues that will balance your account.
Versos English Abu al-Ala al-Maarri Xiii
English poem
by Abu al-Ala al-Maarri (973–1057)
I would not have you keep nor idly flaunt What may be gathered from the gracious land, But I would have you sow with sleepless hand The virtues that will balance your account.