Barahin-e-Ahmadiyya Parts I & II — Page 31
31 PArT oNE Being cognizant of his charm, I readily give him my life, While others only offer him their hearts. The thought of his countenance sends me into trans- ports of ecstasy; A drink from his goblet keeps me forever intoxicated. If only I had wings and pinions, I would keep flying towards his court. Of what use are tulips and sweet basil to me, For I am in love with that countenance and that being. His beauty pulls at the strings of my heart, And attracts me like a powerful magnet. I have seen that he is the light of the eyes, And his love is as warming as the rays of the sun.