Patience
turns mulberry leaves into silk
through the silkworm
Patience
turns water into wine
through the grape vine
Patience
turns a man into a beloved teacher
through stillness
only 28 words, which enables me to focus on the mysteries evoked by the three examples. I think Rumi would like this.
Beautifully, gracefully, softly pensive M. Accurate of course. Probably one I ought to print out and pin to the fridge since it's a concept entirely alien to me. :) t x
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
I would want to wait for as long as necessary before I said anything about this. Love from David.