Embrace the impermanence of all things from "summary" of Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám by Omar Khayyam,Edward FitzGerald
Ah, my friend, how fleeting is the nature of all things in this world. Like the flowers that bloom in the morning, only to wither away by nightfall, so too is the impermanence of our existence. The great philosopher Omar Khayyám reminds us of this eternal truth, urging us to accept the transience of life with open arms.
In the grand scheme of the universe, our time on this earth is but a mere flicker of light in the darkness. We are born, we live, and we die – such is the cycle of life that none can escape. Though we may strive for immortality through our deeds and achievements, in the end, we are all subject to the same fate.
Rather than lamenting the fleeting nature of all things, we are encouraged to embrace it. For in acknowledging the impermanence of life, we are reminded of the beauty and preciousness of each moment. Like a delicate rose that blooms for a season, we must cherish the present, for tomorrow it may be gone.
The shifting sands of time are relentless, sparing none in their path. Kings and beggars alike are but dust in the wind, their legacies fading into oblivion. It is in this realization that we find solace, for in letting go of our attachments to the material world, we free ourselves from the chains of desire and suffering.
So, my dear friend, let us heed the wisdom of Khayyám and embrace the impermanence of all things. Let us live fully in the present, savoring each moment as it comes, knowing that nothing lasts forever. For in this acceptance lies true liberation and enlightenment, a freedom that transcends the bounds of time and space.
