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Ghazal 057 from Divan of Hafez That dark-haired one with whom the sweetness of the world resides, With wine-dark eyes, a smiling lip, and a joyful heart. Though sweet-tongued kings are many, She is the Solomon of her time, with the seal of authority. With a beautiful face, perfect artistry, and a pure heart, Naturally, the hearts of the pure of both worlds are with her. The dark mole on her wheat-colored cheek Holds the secret of that grain which led Adam astray. My beloved has decided to journey, God help her companions, What shall I do with my wounded heart, which has its balm in her? To whom can I say this, that that hard-hearted one Killed us, but also has the breath of Mary's Jesus? Hafez is one of the believers, cherish him, For he has a very generous and noble spirit.