III70

Those who can turn dust into gold with only their attention,
should now give attention to Hafiz,
even though he's very old, and unpopular.

I'd best hide my disease from the other doctors,
perhaps I can find a cure from the Akashic records.

When the Friend doesn't show his face,
People shouldn't try to pursue and pester him.

Whether they're good or bad, our paths are the same.
Let's ask the Lord to tell us what is Written.

Don't be ignorant; in the Kingdom of Love,
the wise respect the men of wisdom.

Behin the curtain people make their plans and plots,
but no one knows the destiny of man.

Its better to be a full-blown sinner
than a half-assed saint, a liar to Allah.

Come to the tavern! The pure-hearted drinkers
will pray for your fulfillment.

Hafiz! Despair for the Beloved's steadfast love,
its rare for a King to favor a pauper.

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