FEATURE ARTICLE
SONG TO MY SOUL
"Every atom was created by God so that man could know the highest truth and learn the secrets of love."
Rumi's Poetry
has the magical ability to show us this truth and to unlock love's precious secrets. Within the folds of his words we gain entrance to a hidden chamber; we hear whispers that are ancient, yet intimate; we behold the endless love story between the individual soul and God. Like looking into polished mirror, or like being in the presence of a holy being, readng Rumi's poetry shows us ourselves and our state, but more than that, it shows us the boundless glory of what we can become.
Remember what I said...
I said, Don't leave, for I am your Friend.
In the mirage of this world
I am the fountain of life.
Even if you leave in anger
and stay away for a thousand years
You will return to me,
for I am your goal.
I said, Don't be content with worldly promises
for I am the tabernacle of your contentment.
I said, Do not go upon the dry land
for I am the Sea without a shore.
I said, O bird, do not fly into the hunter's net;
Come toward me, for I am the power
that moves your wings,
that lifts you through the sky.
I said, They'll capture you and put you on ice;
I am the fire and the warmth
of your true yearning.
I said, They will cover you with water and clay;
You will forget that I am your taintless beginning.
I said, No one can tell how my work will manifest
for I create the world from all sides.
Let you heart's light guide you to my house.
Let your heart's light show you that we are one.
Translation by Jonathan Star
