closeness to the Beloved

 

If you are seeking closeness to the Beloved,

      love everyone.
Whether in their presence or absence,
        see only their good.

If you want to be as clear and refreshing as
         the breath of the morning breeze,
like the sun have nothing but warmth and light
           for everyone.

~ Abu-Said Abil-Kheir

(967-1049,

Sufi Poet and Mystic)