Ghazal 231

I said I long for thee
You said your sorrows will end.
Be my moon, rise up for me
Only if it will ascend.

I said, from lovers learn
How with compassion burn
Beauties, you said in return
Such common tricks transcend.

Your visions, I will oppose
My mind's paths, I will close
You said, this night-farer knows
Another way will descend.

With the fragrance of your hair
I'm lost in my world's affair
You said, if you care, you dare
On its guidance can depend.

I said hail to that fresh air
That the morning breeze may share
Cool is that breeze, you declare
With beloved's air may blend.

I said, your sweet and red wine
Granted no wishes of mine
You said, in service define
Your life, and your time spend.

I said, when will your kind heart
Thoughts of friendship start?
Said, speak not of this art
Until it's time for that trend.

I said, happiness and joy
Passing time will destroy.
Said, Hafiz, silence employ
Sorrows too will end my friend.