“ Be like the sun for grace and mercy. Be like the night to cover others' faults. Be like running water for generosity. Be like death for rage and anger. Be like the Earth for modesty. Appear as you are. Be as you appear. ” ― Rumi
An ancient sex manual and work of erotic literature, written in late 15th century A.D. Translated by Sir Richard Burton, it is a monument to his Arabic learning and his encyclopedic knowledge of Eastern life.