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Come, the victory flag of Spring has arisen!
Hearing this, both the Sun and Moon cheer!

Fortune chose to unveil her face,
Tell the oppressed: Justice is coming!

My Moon has appeared! The orb joyously spins,
Spring has come: new life will soon begin!

Go tell of my woes, warm wind,
Explain my burning heart and my sentiments.

I have longed so much to see the Beloved,
I burn like dry straw in the fire of Longing.

Don't sleep, Hafiz, for in the House of Grace
There will be a place for you in the midnight feasting.

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