Ghazal 318

You see my state, and still increase my pain
I see your face, the need for union regain.

For my welfare, you have no care, I complain
Why do you heal me not from the sickness I disdain?

You bring me down and leave me on the earthly plane;
Return me to my home, by your side let me remain.

Only when I’m dust, your mercy can entertain;
Your flowing spirit stirs up dust of the slain.

Heartbroken of your love, from breathing I abstain
My life you destroy, yet my breathing you sustain.

In the dark night of the soul, I was growing insane,
Drinking from the cups that your features contain.

Suddenly in my arms, you appeared, clear, plain;
With my lips on your lips, my life and soul gain and drain.

Be joyful with Hafiz, with love enemies detain,
With such potent love, impotent foes self-restrain.