Quatrain 94 from Rubaiyat of Rumi
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بیطاعت دین بهشت رحمان مطلببیخاتم حق ملک سلیمان مطلب
چون عاقبت کار اجل خواهد بودآزار دل هیچ مسلمان مطلب
Description:
English Translation of the Quatraint
Without obedience to religion, do not seek the paradise of the Merciful.
Without the seal of the Truth, do not seek the kingdom of Solomon.
Since the end of all affairs is death,
Do not seek to harm the heart of any Muslim.
Analysis of the Quatrains
Divine Obedience and Reward: The first two lines suggest that rewards like paradise and Solomon's kingdom are contingent upon obedience to divine laws.
The Inevitability of Death: The third line reminds us of the universal truth of mortality.
Compassion for Others: The final line emphasizes the importance of compassion and avoiding harm to others, particularly fellow believers.
Deeper Meanings
This quatrain, while seemingly straightforward, carries deeper implications:
Balance of Spiritual and Material: Rumi suggests a balance between spiritual pursuits and worldly desires.
The Path of Compassion: The emphasis on not harming others aligns with Sufi teachings of compassion and love.
The Impermanence of Material Possessions: The reference to Solomon's kingdom, a symbol of earthly power, juxtaposed with the inevitability of death highlights the impermanence of material pursuits.