در میان گریه خوابش در ربود
دید در خواب او که پیری رو نمود
دید در خواب او که پیری رو نمود
In the midst of his weeping, sleep overtook him, and in that sleep he saw an old man appear before him.
Couplet 62 · The Story of the King and the Handmaiden7 couplets in the Masnavi
Reflections, ayahs and hadiths on this topicIn the midst of his weeping, sleep overtook him, and in that sleep he saw an old man appear before him.
Couplet 62 · The Story of the King and the HandmaidenHe said: 'O King! Good tidings, your prayers are granted; if tomorrow a stranger comes to you, know that he is from us.'
Couplet 63 · The Story of the King and the Handmaiden'When he comes, he is a skilled physician; know him to be truthful, for he is trustworthy and honest.'
Couplet 64 · The Story of the King and the Handmaiden'In his treatment behold absolute magic, and in his nature behold the power of God.'
Couplet 65 · The Story of the King and the HandmaidenHe did not kill him to please the king, nor did he do so until the command and inspiration of God had come.
Couplet 223 · The Story of the King and the HandmaidenHe who receives revelation and answers from God, whatever he commands, is the absolute right and truth.
Couplet 225 · The Story of the King and the HandmaidenIf his act had not been by divine inspiration, he would have been a tearing hound, not a king.
Couplet 234 · The Story of the King and the Handmaiden