A man had lost his heart and given up his life, with his desires set on a perilous and deadly path. He had no hope of success, like one who could not imagine savoring a bite or catching a bird in a trap.
"When your beloved does not value your gold,
Gold and dust appear the same to you."
At one point, people advised him: “Abandon this futile thought, for many others, like you, are enslaved by this desire and bound in chains.” He sighed and said:
"Friends, do not advise me,
For my eyes are set upon my beloved.
Warriors defeat enemies with strength,
But the beautiful conquer hearts."
True love does not mean preserving one’s life by forsaking the beloved; the heart cannot give up love out of fear for life.
"If you are concerned with your own well-being,
You are a false lover.
Even if you cannot reach your beloved,
It is the lover's duty to die in pursuit."
"If I could hold his sleeve, I would,
And if not, I will die at his doorstep."
Despite the concern and advice of those around him, who saw his plight and tried to restrain him, their efforts were in vain.
"Alas, the doctor prescribes patience,
But my greedy soul desires sweetness."
Have you heard the story of the beloved who secretly told the one who had lost his heart:
"As long as you have your own worth in mind,
What value could I have in your eyes?"
It is said that the prince, who was the object of his affections, was informed about the young man who continually lingered in the field, charming people with his sweet words, clever speech, and brilliant insights, yet it was clear that his heart was troubled and his mind was in turmoil.
The prince realized that the young man’s heart was bound to him, and that the storm in his head was caused by his love. He rode toward the young man. When the man saw the prince approaching, he wept and said:
"The one who killed me has returned,
Perhaps his heart has softened toward his slain."
The prince spoke kindly to him, asking, "Where are you from? What is your name? What skills do you possess?" But the young man, drowning in the sea of love, could not even catch his breath.
"Even if you could recite all the Seven Heavens,
When confused, you wouldn’t remember A from B."
The prince said, “Why don’t you speak with me? I am a humble servant, just like you, perhaps even wearing the same chains.”
Encouraged by the prince's familiarity, the young man, amid the storm of love, managed to raise his head and said:
"It’s a wonder that I still exist in your presence,
You speak, and I have no words left."
With that, he cried out and surrendered his soul to God.
"It’s no wonder the lover dies at the door of his beloved,
But how does one survive, who brings his heart out intact?"
