Mujeeb Jaihoon

Beauty in the Burning Eyes

In this poem by Mujeeb Jaihoon, a lover pleads with his adamant beloved to let go of anger and reconcile with his desire.

When out of anger,
Your fiery cheeks shiver
With greater wonder,
Will I further adore

As much as your eyes
Burn in fury,
Your heart shall know:
I’m terribly sorry.

Remain not, my love, too long
In this stubborn state,
For, it may stain
Your Him-loving heart,
Just as the bitter-gourd plant
Turns the sweet honey taint.

March 21st 2003. Edit Jan 2022

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