Hafiz - Journey into Nothing
I have made the journey into Nothing. I have lit that lamp that Needs no oil. I have cried great streams Of emerald crystals On my scarred knees, begging love To never again let me hear from Any world The sound of my own name, even from the voice of divine thought Or see that pen you gave me, God, In the sun's or sky's skillful hand Writing Anything other than the word-- One. I have made the journey into Nothing. I have become that flame that needs No fuel. Beloved, Now what need is there to... Sign in to see full entry.