The ocean of inner meaning is too vast

by Farid ud-Din Attar

English version by Vraje Abramian
Original Language Persian/Farsi

The ocean of inner meaning is too vast.
Thus, I have taken refuge in a ship of my imaginings.
I am bitterly frightened by this immense ocean
and find myself waiting at its shore.

Since I am so terrified of drowning,
I amuse myself with busyness here.

-- from Winds of Grace: Poetry, Stories and Teachings of Sufi Mystics and Saints, by Vraje Abramian

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Commentary by Ivan M. Granger

A reminder to myself of what I am really avoiding as I keep myself busy and distracted...



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