Traditional words of the Sufi poet Hafiz (translation Daniel Ladinsky). Music by Sofianna Sue-Anne Solem, copyright 2002 Sofianna Sue-Anne Solem. Arrangement by Jewelsong and Saraswati Mimi O'Neill.

Jewelsong is profoundly inspired by the Persian mystics Hafiz and Rumi, who so uniquely and evocatively expressed a deep love and awe of the Divine.

Tars (Middle Eastern frame drums): Marilyn, Sofianna
Dumbeks: Farrunnissa, Betsy

Your breath is a sacred clock, my dear
Why not use it to keep time with God's name
And if your feet are ever mobile upon this ancient drum, the earth
Oh, do not let your precious movements come to naught
Let your steps dance silently to the rhythm of the Beloved's Name