Twelfth Petal of Zahra's flower

By: Sister Mardhiya

My eyes have lost their vision and sight;
days and months my tear filled eyes I've wiped.
When will a reply be given to me ?
When will your brilliant face I see ?

O' twelfth petal of Zahra's flower;
on the seekers of truth, Allah's blessings do shower.

O' beloved, without you how may I survive ?
your guidance I require through out my life.
I am a vine, and you are my support;
May I be sacrificed for you; you are my fort !

O' twelfth petal of Zahra's flower;
on the seekers of truth, Allah's blessings do shower.

I am a butterfly, who circles around you;
my bond of love every day I renew.
Friday supplications have become cries of distress,
Till when . . . O' beloved must my wails, I suppress ?

O' twelfth petal of Zahra's flower;
on the seekers of truth, Allah's blessings do shower.

You are a pillar of strength for me;
By God, your love is more sweeter than honey !
O' Aba Saleh, where are you now ?
I have in hand; my begging bowl !

O' twelfth petal of Zahra's flower;
on the seekers of truth, Allah's blessings do shower.

Bless me Master with just one glance;
your love in my heart has deep resonance.
Awaiting for your warmest reply;
I seal this poem with tears of my eye !

O' twelfth petal of Zahra's flower;
on the seekers of truth, Allah's blessings do shower.