English poem
Xv
by Abu al-Ala al-Maarri (973–1057)
A deed magnanimous, a noble thought Are as the music singing thro' the years When surly Time the tyrant domineers Against the lute whereoutof it was wrought.
Versos English Abu al-Ala al-Maarri Xv
Versos English Abu al-Ala al-Maarri Xv
English poem
by Abu al-Ala al-Maarri (973–1057)
A deed magnanimous, a noble thought Are as the music singing thro' the years When surly Time the tyrant domineers Against the lute whereoutof it was wrought.