As human words fall short, the Holy Prophet’s unwavering love for God is the ultimate measure of thankfulness.
O Allah!
You have given me,
Treasures full.
And my thanks,
Is no more than nil.
For what I asked,
Or rather, beyond—
You have provided,
Without any count.
So, now sitting
Near Your House,
Many thanks,
I wish to express.
For each and every thing,
Big and small,
For the bliss
In spring and fall.
With my lips I request,
“Hey, Merciful Him,”
With my eyes I beg,
“Hey, Sweet Creator,”
What to call You,
Hey, La shareeka Lahu?
Hey Rabb,
How much
To thank, praise You?
How much shall
My gratitude fetch?
Came the reply:
Hey Jaihoon,
Just the Beloved—much!
June 25 2004. Edit July 2024.