PagineThe Religion of Love
by Rumi
Translated by E. H. Whinfield (1887) · From Masnavi
The sect of lovers is distinct from all others,
Lovers have a religion and a faith of their own.
Though the ruby has no stamp, what matters it?
Love is fearless in the midst of the sea of fear.
This poem and this translation are in the public domain. Source text: Project Gutenberg.