1. Existence is merely
A metaphor for that which is not.

2. Existence itself has no existence,
Nor anything that came before.

3. It is but a metaphor cast forth -
Understand this and examine its conveyance.

4. Existence is mighty and supreme,
Yet you will not find its equal.

5. Every metaphor requires
A causal link - this is its secret,

6. Hidden to all but those who see
The marvel this knowledge contains.

7. Without existence to impart
The emergence of this universe, all would be obscured.

8. Thus the universe became clear
Through it, and gained its bounty.

9. Our existence, by which
We and our Lord exist,

10. Shines for those who perceive
And so fills all souls.

11. When drawn near, He says
To every human: I am.

12. To be distant from Him is hard.
Yet they see but His actions.

13. Abdul Ghani says what
All creation has voiced:

14. "This is but a metaphor that has soared,
For an unseen Reality."

15. I have spoken nothing ambiguous,
I have explained the matter clearly.

16. He who seeks this knowledge
Must be just and recognize its origin.