The Infidel and Believer

Thus Khizr to me did speak Last day on river banks. ʺAre you in search of cure For venom spread by Franksʺ?

I know a subtle point Which like the sword is keen: Is cutting, burnished, bright And owns a peculiar sheen.

A heathen gets distinct By getting lost in life Whereas a Muslim true Keeps ’bove its brawl and strife.