The Essence of Islam – Volume I — Page 340
340. There is another who doesn't have to wait:. He hears directly from your own lips. . Essence of Islam-1. He indeed is alive, who drinks from your fountain;. Wise is he who follows you. . The ultimate point of knowledge for those who know,. Is the knowledge of your face;. For the truthful, steadfastness and loyalty to you. Is the height of truth. . Without you no one can ever attain. The wealth of true knowledge;. Even if he dies in the exercise. Of unlimited devotion and worship. . To bank on one's own efforts. Without the love of your countenance,. Is to be naïve. For he who is unaware of your face,. Can never see the face of virtue. . Each moment a new light is attained. Through the love of your countenance,. Which the seeker cannot attain. In a whole lifetime. . Of the wonders of the universe,. Whatever is beautiful and sublime;. I clearly behold in you. . No time is better than the time. Spent in your love;. Nor is any pastime more pleasant. Than that devoted to your praise. . Since I am cognizant of your unlimited virtues,. I am eager to sacrifice my life for you;. Whereas others are content with their services. . Everyone supplicates for himself