Star of poetry is one of Charbel Baini's books translated from Arabic into English. Introduction by Dr. Mostapha Helwe

Ali and Asmahan

 

To the dearest people to my heart, my brother Dr. Ali Bazzi and his beloved wife Asmahan


This is Ali Bazzi, O my eyes, wander

In his heart, civilization has enriched my place

O Asmahan, the mother, this is my cry

You are my sister, O my sister, rejoice

My tears were like embers on my cheek

And my cheek longed for you 

To wipe away the sorrow

Ah, Ali... If I were to speak of pure love

My voice would echo across all rooftops

You are the beloved brother, 

Nay, you are loyalty itself

Since we met, 

You have remained within my very being

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