Rumi and Other Mystical Poets List: Hafiz - Two Bears

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Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Hafiz - Two Bears

TWO BEARS Once After a hard day’s forage Two bears sat together in silence On a beautiful vista Watching the sun go down And feeling deeply grateful For life. Though, after a while A thought-provoking conversation began Which turned to the topic of Fame. The one bear said, “Did you hear about Rustam? He has become famous And travels from city to city In a golden cage; He performs to hundreds of people Who laugh and applaud His carnival Stunts.” The other bear thought for A few seconds Then... Sign in to see full entry.

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