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Quatrain 52 from Rubaiyat of Rumi
Description: English Translation of the Quatrain:
When the tanbur sounds its tune,*
The heart, without head or foot, becomes a chain.
For hidden within its strings, someone's voice
Is saying, 'Come, seek me, and be my companion.'
* Tanbur is a type of long-necked lute, a traditional stringed instrument in Persian music.
Analysis of the Quatrains
The Music of the Soul: The tanbur's music acts as a catalyst for a profound spiritual experience.
The Captive Heart: The heart, symbolized as a chain, is bound and captivated by the music.
The Hidden Voice: The music carries a hidden message, a divine invitation to seek a deeper connection.
The Call to Union: The voice within the music calls out, inviting the listener to join in a spiritual journey.