English version by Afkham Darbandi and Dick Davis Original Language Persian/Farsi 'A lover', said the hoopoe, now their guide, 'Is one in whom all thoughts of self have died; Those who renounce the self deserve that name; Righteous or sinful, they are all the same! Your heart is thwarted by the self's control; Destroy its hold on you and reach your goal. Give up this hindrance, give up mortal sight, For only then can you approach the light. If you are told: "Renounce our Faith," obey! The self and Faith must both be tossed away; Blasphemers call such action blasphemy -- Tell them that love exceeds mere piety. Love has no time for blasphemy or faith, Nor lovers for the self, that feeble wraith. [2178.jpg] -- from The Conference of the Birds, Translated by Afkham Darbandi / Translated by Dick Davis <
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