Man Runs towards the Grave
July 6, 2023The Fairy Thorn
July 6, 2023An Invitation
My friend, tell me,
When shall I pour you my wine?
The cry of the cock woke me,
And sleep has deserted my eyes.
Come out and see the morning light
Like a scarlet thread in the East.
Make haste, give me a cup,
Before the dawn starts to rise,
Of spiced pomegranate juice
From the perfumed hand of a girl,
Who will sing songs. My soul
Revives and then dies.
Samuel ha-Nagid
Samuel ha-Nagid (993-1056) was a Jewish poet, philosopher, and statesman who lived in Muslim Spain during the Golden Age of Jewish culture. He was a leading figure in the Jewish community and his works, including his poetry and philosophical treatises, continue to be studied for their insights into Jewish thought and culture.