Divan of Hafiz

CURFEWS

Noise
Is a cruel ruler

Who is always imposing
Curfews,

While
Stillness and quiet
Break open the vintage
Bottles,

Awake the real
Band.

                                   ~ Hafiz (c. 1320-1389)

Tomb of Hafiz

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