Quatrain 9 from Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam

A more poetic and interpretive translation

Your luck is blooming, a garden so sweet,
Why let your cup remain so incomplete?

Time is a thief, it steals our days away,
So seize this moment, and carpe the day.

A contemporary and informal translation

Your life's in full bloom, it's a beautiful thing,
So why not raise a glass, and let's sing?

Time flies, don't let it slip through your hands,
Enjoy this moment, make the most of your plans.

"اکنون که گل سعادتت پر بار است": This line suggests that the speaker is currently in a fortunate or prosperous period of their life.

"دست تو زجام می چرا بیکار است": This line directly translates to "why is your hand idle from the wine cup?" but it also implies a missed opportunity for enjoyment.

"می خور که زمانه دشمنی غدار است": Here, time is personified as a treacherous enemy that steals away our opportunities.

"دریافتن روز چنین دشوار است": This line emphasizes the rarity and preciousness of happy moments.

Themes and Interpretations

Carpe Diem: The poem is a classic example of the carpe diem theme, encouraging readers to seize the day and enjoy life's pleasures.
The transience of time: The idea that time is fleeting and that opportunities may not come again is a central theme.
The importance of enjoying life: The poet suggests that life is short and that we should make the most of it.

This rubai is a celebration of life and an invitation to embrace the present moment.