The Commentary of Al-Qasidah — Page 15
The commentary of al-Qa si dah 15 With one look you resurrected to life the dead of ages; Who can equal you in your glory ? They abandoned the pleasures of the evening wine; And embraced the joy of prayers in nights of grief Earlier, they were bewitched by the charms of musical instruments ; They were held like captives who cannot move. Their pleasure resorts were their music chambers; At times they would flirt with women or indulge in heavy drinking.