Timeless

Timeless… 

If it’s far, look within; all is within you.
Within you is the world, you know, it is true.
The path for in and out is there within one.
A trip into your soul is great traveling, too.
When you learn all there is, you find there is more.
If you know who you are, no need to have a clue.
The light is good, but darkness is here to reign. 
The seekers are the one who dares to pursue.
The fake teachers showed the wrong pictures of doom.
The promised land is fake when you think it through.
You are part of the whole; in whole, you are one.
How can you blame the one you know who is who?
You are not a drop of water in the sea,
You are oceans in a drop and never knew. 
Worry not where the road will take you at last.
Your death is part of birth; what else can you do?
Let it go, what you are holding in this life.
The closer that you get farther is the view.
You should learn from “Haloo”; he knows we are one,
The timeless oneness is all there within you.
4/11/2022 Haloo

The painting is titled "Death". It is acrylic on canvas

Ghazal is a Persian style of poetry. The rhyming in Ghazal ends with AA bA cA dA eA, etc. To learn more about Persian-style poetry, refer to my book "The Edge of the Prairie: A glance into the Persian-style potery" on Amazon and Kindle.
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Beaufort Avatar
March 11, 2024 at 7:29 PM
Pashang, I have been spending a lot of time lately thinking about death and what life meant to me. I am not expecting to die tomorrow, but at 73, I am uncertain how much time I have left. It's really hard to have any good answers. I'm thinking be kind and leave the earth intact for the next generation. Life is a very strange and wonderful gift that I can't explain.
Salehi Avatar
November 6, 2024 at 10:37 PM
Dear Duke, first, sorry that it took so long to answer. Second, if you come back to my page again google my name and read my latest book. It is called illusions. You might like it. Thank you my friend for being so kind.
Dietrich Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 11:55 AM
Hey I am sorry to hear you will sop writing because of stupid AI. I hope AI is still not as good as a poets creative mind. I suppose it is most helpful to those with poor grammar. Take care, Pashang.
Salehi Avatar
November 15, 2023 at 6:24 PM
Try it… it is painful
Murray Avatar
July 30, 2023 at 1:42 AM
Deep and thought provoking poem Pashang. As we age we have more time and are inclined to ponder more on life’s meaning. Beautifully written.
Salehi Avatar
September 24, 2023 at 10:47 AM
I am not aged, I'm just ripening... Thanks
Allison Avatar
July 24, 2023 at 4:00 PM
such an insightful poem and the picture is hauntingly beautiful reminds me of a face in a mask and those butterfly eyes are incredible. hugs jan xx
Salehi Avatar
September 24, 2023 at 10:42 AM
My lovely Jan... Good to hear from you... You are the best.
Maverick Avatar
April 17, 2023 at 1:27 PM
Very engaging content Pashang..This sort of Write touches the salient points we all must Encounter, and these pints hurdles valleys Present to various people at different times If we air the true struggles hopes dreams and Nightmares, we can get some great results Also in people doing elderly care nursing e t c Are close to a holy offering where no killing of Any animal hiwever is done.' Great to read this.
Salehi Avatar
April 25, 2023 at 11:52 PM
thanks joe
Babcock Avatar
March 31, 2023 at 10:54 AM
This is a poetry form I have not tried. Your poem is interesting and your words make us think. I will check out your book on Amazon. love phyl
Salehi Avatar
April 25, 2023 at 11:51 PM
thanks
Nicole Avatar
March 27, 2023 at 5:53 PM
"The fake teachers showed the wrong pictures of doom." Such an interesting thought. Your words are deep and powerful, Pashang. I'm still learning how to write using this form. You did great. My best to you. ~ Brandy
Salehi Avatar
March 28, 2023 at 10:23 AM
you're lovely brandy, the fake teachers are everywhere. As I wrote in the description of this poem I've written a book about Persian-style poetry. You can even read it for free on Amazon
May Avatar
March 26, 2023 at 3:09 PM
A deep write Pashang, Very nicely penned
Salehi Avatar
March 28, 2023 at 10:20 AM
Thank you for reading my work. I have written a book regarding this topic that is called godly! you can find it and Amazon and Kindle
Poet Avatar
March 26, 2023 at 11:12 AM
Profound musings on the beginning of existence, the passing of life, as well as the nature of the global consciousness! Both life and the human condition remain puzzling after all these years. A wonderful Ghazal,
Salehi Avatar
March 28, 2023 at 10:18 AM
Thank you my friend you're too kind.
Goldsmith Avatar
March 22, 2023 at 12:40 PM
A powerful write/picture. I will check out your book. Have a great/blessed day writing away..............
Salehi Avatar
March 24, 2023 at 4:20 PM
Thank you, Paula, my books are on Amazon.
Lawrence Avatar
March 13, 2023 at 8:52 AM
Deep poignant soulful words from your heart and mind Pashang . I loved You are oceans in a drop and never knew . Yes how true ! Blessings to you , Susan :)
Salehi Avatar
March 24, 2023 at 4:18 PM
Thank you Susan, indeed...
George Avatar
March 12, 2023 at 10:16 PM
Profound broodings on birth, life, death and the universal conciousness ! Life and man are indeed unsolved mysteries. A great Ghazal, dear Pashang
Salehi Avatar
March 24, 2023 at 4:17 PM
Thank you my dear Valsa, if I understand more about life I will let you know. Until then live in this illusion of consciousness.
Ray Choudhury Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 4:35 PM
Ghazal is a beautiful form, and challenging too! You have successfully used the form to express an intriguing philosophy to life, birth, death. Warm wishes ~ Mala
Salehi Avatar
March 24, 2023 at 4:15 PM
Thank you Mala, you are too kind.
Baker Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 3:01 PM
Intriguing poetry, Pashang. I have seen this form before, but think I've written a few in this form and labeled them Couplets. I'll write one soon and follow the form exactly. Thanks for the visit and comment on my poetry. Peace be with you, Bill
Salehi Avatar
March 24, 2023 at 4:14 PM
thank you bill. Whenever you have that piece let me know. peace be with you as well.
Canerdy Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 2:47 PM
Such a thought-provoking, expressive piece, Pashang! Janice
Salehi Avatar
March 24, 2023 at 4:13 PM
Thank you Janice
Andresen Avatar
March 1, 2023 at 10:30 AM
- A wonderful poem Pashang, a challenging style of poetry ... wooow ... excellent :) - hugs
Salehi Avatar
March 4, 2023 at 1:36 PM
Thank you, my dear...
Maverick Avatar
February 28, 2023 at 8:08 AM
Very insightful Pashang..As I really always find Your most expressive; and reflective work to Be ' there is much to learn..That is one of the Keys we need to 'grasp and use' Jesus said Heaven is within you to His followers that means us them whoever..May God bless you In the journey.-
Salehi Avatar
March 1, 2023 at 10:08 AM
Indeed, my friend, there is so much to learn, but how can we understand this vastness with this bit of brain of us?
Proxenos Avatar
February 27, 2023 at 8:49 PM
Hi Pashang what a breathtaking poem I agree with all you say - as we are born into this world so the onus is on is to discover who and what are to we, delve within ourselves and you will discover the light, for He knows you're searching and you will not only see the light but feel it. Excellent poetry. Hugs and blessings and hugs Jennifer
Salehi Avatar
March 1, 2023 at 10:06 AM
Thank you, dear Jennifer... I've discovered there is so much nonsense in our belief system.
Romios Avatar
February 26, 2023 at 11:13 AM
I must congratulate you on stepping out to a compl ex form on a subject avoided here. Life and death are realities.also, this piem has Depth Panagiota
Salehi Avatar
March 1, 2023 at 9:48 AM
Thank you...Once a teacher, always a teacher...
Dietrich Avatar
February 26, 2023 at 10:10 AM
You sure are good at that form, pashang. always love seeing a Ghazal from you.
Salehi Avatar
February 28, 2023 at 10:30 AM
Thanks, but did you write a ghazal with an alias of ghazalier.
Daniel Avatar
February 26, 2023 at 3:56 AM
Captivating ghazal and painting, Pashang! Deep spiritual thoughts:)
Salehi Avatar
February 28, 2023 at 10:29 AM
Thank you my friend
Riabi Dziri Avatar
February 25, 2023 at 4:11 AM
I truly should learn from Haloo.. A feeling of serenity that creeps inside while reading your insightful poetry that speaks to open hearts before minds! How spontaneous is the flow of your words! How soothing are your wise thoughts! Great read! So majestic is Ghazal! Best regards and God bless you Pashang.
Salehi Avatar
February 25, 2023 at 6:20 PM
My dear friend... you're too kind.
Chuuk Avatar
February 24, 2023 at 7:58 PM
A beautiful work of art, Pashang.
Salehi Avatar
February 24, 2023 at 9:41 PM
Thank you, my friend...
Pandit Avatar
February 24, 2023 at 6:32 AM
A beautiful painting and a lovely poem.
Salehi Avatar
February 24, 2023 at 9:40 PM
Thanks, Vijay... I think you have read most of my poems. You are a great friend thank you.
Kendrick Avatar
February 24, 2023 at 4:05 AM
These are not so easy to write but you have done a good job here. Thanks for sharing and for dropping by my page. Congratulations on your book. Sara
Salehi Avatar
February 24, 2023 at 9:39 PM
Hi Sara you're always too kind to me. Thank you
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