The Essence of Islam – Volume I — Page 344
344 Call to mind the glad tidings You conveyed to me from the Lord. Recall the time, when in full wakefulness, You granted me a glimpse Essence of Islam-1 Of the loveliness of the charming face And the beauty which is the envy of Spring. [Ā'īna-e-Kamālāt-e-Islām, Rūķānī Khazā'in Vol. 5, pp. 23-28] Muhammadsa is the Proof of Himself (Persian Poem) There is a wonderful light in the person of Muhammad; There is a wonderful ruby in the mine of Muhammad. The heart is cleansed of all darkness When it joins the lovers of Muhammad. Alas for the hearts of those unworthy ones; Whom turn their backs upon the hospitality of Muhammad. I know not of anyone in both the world; Who has a station equal to Muhammad. God is utterly displeased with the person; Who bears a grudge against Muhammad. God Himself burns that worthless worm; Which is among the enemies of Muhammad. If you wish to be delivered from the stupor of the lower self; Come and join the ranks of the lovers of Muhammad. If you desire that God should praise you; Become a true admirer of Muhammad. If you desire a proof of his truthfulness, become his lover: Muhammad himself is the proof of Muhammad. My body craves to be sacrificed for the dust of Ahmad's feet;