The Heavenly Sign — Page 5
5 I see that the rulers of the seven kingdoms Are at dagger's drawn, each with the other. I see the face of the moon darkened And the heart of the sun I see wounded. 3 I see the trader helpless and forlorn in the middle of his journey Far away from his destination. I find India in a wretched state I see the tyrannies of the Turks and the destruction. I see that trees in the orchard of the world Are barren and without fruit. I find that Unanimity, Contentment and Seclusion Are the best recourse at this time. But do not grieve, for in the midst of these anxieties, I envision the joy of meeting the Sweetheart. When the unfruitful winter 4 is over, I envision the rising of the sun of a happy spring. When his 5 tenure comes to its successful end, I see that he will be succeeded by his illustrious son. I foresee that aristocrats and nobles Will become his faithful disciples. I see that this exalted ruler will be The monarch of all the seven continents. He resembles the Holy Prophet sa in his appearance And I find him to be of placid disposition and 3 This points to the eclipse of the Sun and the Moon. [Translator] 4 The thirteenth century of the Hijra. [Translator] 5 The Promised Messiah's as. [Translator]