I saw a dervish rubbing his head on the threshold of the Kaaba, saying, “O Forgiving! O Merciful! You know what comes from the unjust and ignorant.”
I bring an excuse for my shortcomings in service
For I have no reliance on my obedience
Sinners repent from their sins
The enlightened seek forgiveness for their worship
Worshippers seek the reward for their obedience and merchants the price for their goods, but I, your servant, have brought hope, not obedience, and have come as a beggar, not a trader.
Do with us what befits You.
I saw a beggar at the door of the Kaaba
Who was saying and weeping beautifully
I do not ask You to accept my obedience
But to draw the pen of pardon over my sins.
