The Goblets

Idris Ibn Al-Yamani
Arab Andalusian
d. 1048

 

The goblets were heavy
When they were brought to us

But filled with fine wine
They became so light

They were on the point of flying away
With all their contents

Just as our bodies are lightened
By the spirits

Translation by Cola Franzen

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