Oh Great God
of mountains
and valleys...
Who rules
over the seas
and deserts...
May our language
be proudly kept.
The voice of Pashtoons
May dignity, prosperity,
sword, and faith
Be Blessed
Oh God
hear my prayer
Bless our language
till the world ends.
Being Pashtoon,
Filled with courage
I depend not on others
but feed my life alone.
Culture of my nation
In your ways follow
making me different
as I travel life's path.
Pashtoon do your best!
Use your words
write for your fate sake
and speak your ways of life
Accept my challenge
write proudly in Pashto language
For none knows better
Pashtoon's expected dreams.
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Poem In Pashto By: Afzal Shauq
Translated in English By: Alley Boling
Book: 'TWIST OF FATES' Poem No.104/Page.146
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Poet's weblog: www.tolafghan.com/members/afzalshauq
© Afzal Shauq
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