A Note About This Quatrain Who is the happiest in this world? Who has his basic needs fulfilled without the need of being slave to anyone (or work for someone) or have someone that works for him (because of responsibilities). This particular rubai of Omar Khayyam is rich in philosophical …

A Note About This Quatrain This particular rubai of Omar Khayyam is rich in philosophical and existential undertones, making a direct, literal translation quite challenging. The imagery of the rose's song, the beloved's command, and the concepts of heaven and hell contribute to the poem's depth and complexity. English Translation …

A Note About This Quatrain This particular rubai of Omar Khayyam is rich in philosophical and existential undertones, making a direct, literal translation quite challenging. The imagery of the potter creating and destroying, the question of the potter's faith, and the metaphor of the gourd contribute to the poem's depth …

A Note About This Quatrain This particular rubai of Omar Khayyam is rich in philosophical and existential undertones, making a direct, literal translation quite challenging. The imagery of days and life as fixed quantities, the concept of contentment, and the idea of fate versus free will contribute to the poem's …

A Note About This Quatrain This particular rubai of Omar Khayyam is rich in philosophical and existential undertones, making a direct, literal translation quite challenging. The imagery of the celestial bodies, the concept of wine as a metaphor for life, and the question of what the wine sellers themselves desire …

A Note About This Quatrain This particular rubai of Omar Khayyam is rich in philosophical and existential undertones, making a direct, literal translation quite challenging. The imagery of the dervish path, the cleansing of the soul through suffering, and the concept of true freedom contribute to the poem's depth and …

A Note About This Quatrain This particular rubai of Omar Khayyam is rich in philosophical and existential undertones, making a direct, literal translation quite challenging. The imagery of being a prisoner to colors and scents, the pursuit of beauty and ugliness, and the ultimate fate of returning to dust contribute …

A Note About This Quatrain This particular rubai of Omar Khayyam is rich in philosophical and existential undertones, making a direct, literal translation quite challenging. The imagery of a pen writing one's fate, the concepts of good and evil, and the idea of judgment day contribute to the poem's depth …

A Note About This Quatrain This particular rubai of Omar Khayyam is rich in philosophical and existential undertones, making a direct, literal translation quite challenging. The imagery of the world as a stage, the concept of wisdom, and the impermanence of life contribute to the poem's depth and complexity. English …

A Note About This Quatrain This particular rubai of Omar Khayyam is rich in philosophical and existential undertones, making a direct, literal translation quite challenging. The imagery of the celestial sphere, the cyclical nature of life, and the concept of fate contribute to the poem's depth and complexity. English Translation …

A Note About This Quatrain This particular rubai of Omar Khayyam is rich in philosophical and existential undertones, making a direct, literal translation quite challenging. The imagery of time passing, the concept of regret, and the metaphor of a house collapsing contribute to the poem's depth and complexity. English Translation …

A Note About This Quatrain This particular rubai of Omar Khayyam is rich in philosophical and existential undertones, making a direct, literal translation quite challenging. The imagery of life as a caravan, the fleeting nature of time, and the act of drinking wine contribute to the poem's depth and complexity. …