Quatran 10 from Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam
Quatran 10 from Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam
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امروز ترا دسترس فردا نیست
و اندیشه فردات بجز سودا نیست
ضایع مکن این دم ار دلت شیدا نیست
کاین باقی عمر را بها پیدا نیست
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A Note on the This Rubai
The rubai presented here is another beautiful example of Omar Khayyam's work. It's often interpreted as an invitation to seize the moment and enjoy life's pleasures while we still can.
English Translation
A more literal translation
Today is not within the reach of tomorrow,
And your thoughts about tomorrow are nothing but worries.
Do not waste this moment, even if your heart is not wild,
For the rest of your life has no value.
A more poetic and interpretive translation
Tomorrow is a dream, today's our prize,
Your future plans are just foolish lies.
So seize the day, let your heart run free,
For life's brief span holds no guarantee.
A contemporary and informal translation
You can't bring tomorrow to today,
Your future plans just get in the way.
So live in the moment, don't be afraid,
The rest of your life is just a trade.
"امروز ترا دسترس فردا نیست": This line emphasizes the distinction between the present and the future, suggesting that we can't live in the future.
"و اندیشه فردات بجز سودا نیست": This line implies that worrying about the future is futile and can lead to unnecessary stress.
"ضایع مکن این دم ار دلت شیدا نیست": Even if you don't feel particularly excited or passionate, the poet suggests that you should still make the most of the present moment.
"کاین باقی عمر را بها پیدا نیست": This line implies that the future holds no guarantees and that the value of life lies in the present.
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 living in the moment: The poet suggests that focusing on the present moment can lead to greater happiness.
This rubai is a powerful reminder that life is short and that we should make the most of it.