The showers of grape-juice, which cupbearers pour,

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The showers of grape-juice, which cupbearers pour, by Omar Khayyam

The showers of grape-juice, which cupbearers pour,
Quench fires of grief in many a sad heart's core
Praise be to Allah, who hath sent this balm
To heal sore hearts, and spirits' health restore!

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