The Masnavi of Giti and Saeed - Part 30

Part Thirty — The Story's End Sweet Giti, gem in heaven's ring, Stayed true in love through everything. Her heart she gave to her dear flame, Soul's companion, love's sweet name. And Saeed—behold his blessed state! Though challenged by his cruel fate, Hear how his trials came to bear His faithful heart, worn down by care. Despite the wounds and aching soul, From strangers' scorn and kin's control, Praise be! The face of peace he found, His shirt of sorrow torn and drowned. He bound his heart to lover's hair, Escaped the world's cold, harsh despair. In joy they lived, in laughter bright, Their sacred vows, their hearts alight. Two bodies but one soul complete, In love's sweet street they found their beat. No more "Giti" or "Saeed" to name, Just Wine and Cup, one heart, one flame. ____________________________________ Thus ends the tale of love's sweet art, Where two souls joined to make one heart.