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You think the day he gives you his terrifying smile
is the day of parting with the world.
But it is actually the day of gathering with the angels.
You think the day he knocks on the door to your soul is the end of life,
But it is actually the beginning of another life.
You think he is the greatest enemy of life,
But he is merely a reliable messenger of Life
Who wants to remind you that you are no one
but a wayfarer on the road of life.
In a sacred communion,
he shakes your hand and introduces himself as ‘Death’.
At once you think that your acquaintance with death
is the most tragic experience of life.
But death is not the most tragic experience of life
For the most tragic experience of life is
what is dying inside us while we remain living.
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Mmm. Good thoughts. Reminds me of that quote by Oscar Wilde: “To live is the rarest thing in the world. Most people exist, that is all.”
so true…
“But death is not the most tragic experience of
life
For the most tragic experience of life is
what is dying inside us while we remain
living.”
these lines are so powerful,which makes me to live this moment,makes me to think”atleast don’t die when you are alive”
your blog is awesome
Just returned for a second read. This one is a keeper.
Hi Ian, thank you, if you love this post, please share so you can become the moon that reflects Light and keep Love in its full circle. May the Light of Love perpetually shine in your heart, Ian ♥
death is just as much a part of life as birth. it is sacred, too. like you say here, the true tragedy is when that which should be flourishing is dying – the Light of Love, a term you’ve introduced me to.
Thank you for imparting your wisdom, Meggie. You are one wonderful soul.
May the sun that illuminates the universe also showers you with the Light of Love ♥
Yeah Meggie, you’re right, death really is a part of life. I still think its a sad part though:( Oh well, it is the memories that count and the feeling when we have when we think about the people we loved and lost. What a heavy, but beautifully written piece, Subhan. Thank you so much for writing and posting!
it’s a very sad part
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I somehow missed reading this one before so am indebted to the many who delve back into archives and bring things to my attention. The last sentence is a powerful finish to your poem.
Thank you, Ian. You are one kind soul ♥
very very very beautiful
deep understanding about the Death.
When Death meets, Say Hello
.while leaving the world, say Remember.
You beautifully narrated the lines of Death.
I wish you all the best and a beautiful happy and prosperous life
with regards
advocatemmmohan
Thank you very much for imparting your wisdom, Sir. That’s very generous of you
, I am not sure whether I have told you this, but since January 2013, I only post once a week, every Thursday, I hope this is fine with you 
Another deep poem, full of eternal sense!
Liked and shared!
Thank you, Sofia. You are one gorgeous soul.
Some of my other poems have got different themes such as ‘Don’t You Fear the Unknown’ and the ‘Since the Beginning of Time’. You may want to check them out as well, at anytime at your convenience. Take, and the technical issue, has it been resolved?
Subhan Zein
Yes yes, I sure will!
There is a lot of interesting beautiful stuff on your blog i’m up to checking out soon!
Still no admin answers to my comments issues
Waiting
Another profound truth.
Love the imagery here.
thanks, Kourtney, many blessings and much love to you
Again I have to say that your writing is very deep and meaningful!
Whenever I read something written by you, I learn and experience something new, or some unexpressed words inside me taking form.
keep it all up
Happy New Year and happy blogging
Thank you Rooha, for your kind words. You are one wonderful soul.
And thank you as well for showing interest in my work. If you like, you may want to consider subscribing to my blog via WordPress Email. The current WP subscription only allows new posts to be displayed in the reader section and many of my fellow bloggers told me that they’re not getting my new posts because of this. I only post 1-2 per week, so I hope the posts won’t inundate your inbox. Please let me know if you are interested, and I shall be happy to send you a brief instruction on how to do it in our upcoming correspondence. Thank you again, many blessings and much love to you, Rooha.. 
Oh my god. This was absolutely beautiful. And it was encouraging as well.
Hello, dinkerson, thank you very much for your kind comment. I will be visiting your site. Many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
Hello Subhan,
This is my first visit to your site and I have enjoyed much of your work. This piece is especially meaningful and true. I have met the messenger personally several times and each time he only greeted me and passed by. You write very well.
Paul
Thank you, Paul, for visiting my blog. I appreciate your wonderful comment. It is great that the messenger was just passing you by, I am sure you have unfinished tasks here on earth that you will need to accomplish.
Thank you, again, Paul. many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
Aku harus duduk manis, membaca dan menikmati karya anda…..Indah…, sangat indah
Terima kasih banyak Subhan.
Salam hangat,
mei
Hello Ibu Meiro, terimakasih sudah mengunjungi saya. Sangat senang sekali rasanya puisi saya dibaca Ibu Meiro. Saya sedang mengatur jadwal, mudah2an ke depan saya bisa berkunjung ke Blog Ibu lebih rutin. Terimakasih banyak,
Salam hangat, Subhan Zein
I love this and share your sentiment about life and death. Continue to use your gifts to be a blessing my friend.
Thank you, Sean King. You are one generous soul. May happiness radiate from your heart and purify your soul. Many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
I don’t fear death nor what happens after it. Life should be the cat’s meow.
A wise voice speaks again and it is true that how we live our life while we are here is that which can be either tragic or wonderful. Thank You!
Hi Renee,
Thank you very much for your kind words. You are one generous soul. Many blessings and much love to you, Renee.
Subhan Zein
Beautifully written thoughts, as always.
Hi Sara,
Thank you for your kind and encouraging words. May happiness reside in the realm of your heart. Many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
There once was a TV show that was about several angels visiting earth, and one of them was the Angel of Death. But the form was that of a man, a man wanting to help, a guide. We will not know what is on the other side until we ‘get there’. So I think making heaven on earth while living is a good goal.
Hi Jules, yes, that is true, you are totally right. Thank you for your kind words. And I have just sent you the package today. The postman said it will reach you within 7-10 days. Hope you’ll enjoy the tea.
Subhan Zein
I love this and believe it is true! Wonderful prose Subhan.
Hi Susie,
Thank you very much for your comment. I am glad that you loved this. And thank you for following, I hope the rest of my blog posts are not disappointing, thank you again, and many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
Glad to see another smiley face. Many blessings to you, Susie..
Subhan Zein
Thanks so much Subhan! I am smiling!
A great read – as always. I have always tried to get ready for death … meaning living this life to the fullest.
Hi Frances,
Thank you very much for your kind words. You are right, living life to the fullest is key. Many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
Death….
a tragedy for the living…heart-breaking…
Life for us must go on….with memories remains..
I hope so, Subhan
Hi Kate,
Thank you, many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
Subhan the ultimate truth of life is our last day on this planet and not “what is dying inside us while we remain living”.
Cheers you are wise.
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Sorry I meant the other way around
The ultimate truth is NOT our last day but “what is dying inside us while we remain living”.
Cheers!
Hi Dilip, thank you very much for your kind words. You are one generous soul. Many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
Wonderful thoughts and so very true, Subhan. Thanks again for making me think.
Thank you, very much, Adinparadise. You are one sweet lady. Many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
Subhan, This is one of the best I have read from you. I shared it on my FB page at Inspiration Import. Beautiful and timely with the Grim Reaper shot!
You will find the same comment from my WP account in Spam (will you remove and approve it please? thanks so much)
Hi Lesley, you are one sweet angel to do that for me. I really appreciate it. I don’t see any spam from you, so everything is fine. Many blessings and much love to you, Lesley.
Subhan Zein
You are simply brilliant my friend. How touching this is … and how true!
Thank you, very much, Mel. Your words are true reflection of you pure soul. Many blessings to you, as always.
Subhan Zein
Beautiful words, a change of consciousness and energy is death, not an ending. Love to you, such a spiritually aware and lovely heart you have.
Thank you, very much. I am humbly thankful for your kind comments. You are one generous soul. Many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
Loved your wise closure Zein; living-dead should be feared most….death isn’t frightening & as Hellen K. best describes it: “Death is no more than passing from one room into another. But there’s a difference for me, you know! because in that other room I shall be able to see.”
I loved the quote by Hellen Keller. Thank you for sharing that, Mira Jay. You are one generous soul. Many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
Beautiful words, beautiful thoughts and beautiful truth,
Yes, death is only the next step , the transition to another form of existence, In a world of a loving creator, why would death not be profoundly beautiful.?..
I hope the journey you refer to is one of deep understanding and fulfillment, wherever it takes you.,
Yes, Valerie, you are right. Thank you very much for your lovely words that are very much profound and insightful. Many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
An absolute truth! And so simply and beautifully stated once again! Love it Subhan
Hi Madhu,
Thank you very much for your encouraging words. You are one blessed soul. Many blessings and much love to you, Madhu.
Subhan Zein
You convey the gist of life in few words .. and they do speak your heart..:-)
Hi Soumyav, thank you very much for your kind words. You are one generous soul. On a lighter note, I sent you an email to your gmail, did you get it?
Subhan Zein
Oh is it so! shall have to check..might be landed in spam!
OK, please let me know if you don’t get it, and I will resend it to you.
Subhan Zein
Got it!
,and replied back! 
great, have just replied to it!
Subhan Zein
No worries.
Subhan Zein
Mas,
Mungkin bisa minta tolong untuk diberi penjelasan bedNya mind dengan thought kalo misalnya diterjemahkan ke bhs indo. Trims
Salam Luhur
Salam Mas Luhur,
Dalam pandangan saya, mind = pikiran, thought = pemikiran. Kalau pikiran, maka itu sebagai kata benda yang memikirkan sesuatu, sedangkan kalau pemikiran maka itu sebagai kata benda yang menjelaskan tentang sesuatu. Mudah-mudahan bisa dipahami.
Maaf yah, balasnya telat sekali, maklum. Sudah bisa post saja saya sudah syukur. Hehe. Anyway, semoga bermanfaat.
Salam hangat,
Subhan Zein
Great message and thiughts dear Shubhan! Peace and blessings!
Aparna
Thoughts*
Thank you, Aparna, You are one generous soul. Many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
Subhan, this blog is the ultimate you have written so far. Absolutely earthshattering.
Thank you very much, Ronny. I am humbly thankful. Your words are true reflection of your pure soul. May happiness reside in the realm of your heart. Many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
Your last three lines are very insightful … A wonderful reminder, Subhan, to enjoy life to the fullest every second.
Thank you very much, Judy. You are one generous soul. Many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
An amazing poem my brother!
Thank you very much, Wendell. Your words are amazing themselves. Many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
My mother passed away last month. I was her home hospice care nurse for last 6 weeks of her sudden, unexpected and rapid explosion of cancer. I was astonished at despite the haze or morphine and having one foot in death she remained as long as she could and communication her love as best she could. Half an hour after she died a tear formed and fell from her left eye. I am convinced there is a link to the other side after this personal experience.
I am sorry, Carl. I hope you are feeling better. I am sure your mother must be in the perfect place at the moment, full of serenity and the love she deserves for all the good deeds she did while she was living. And with the devotion that you paid to him when she was alive, I believe that she must be in the true sense of happiness when everything is pure light and joy.
Thank you again for commenting, many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
Such depth of thought, Subhan. I tried to think of my son ,my mother, my best friend…others I have lost and think of the indescribable pain I feel every day without them. I have always wondered if death, even heaven or an after life is simply the absence of pain. Very nice work! beebeesworld
Hi Beebe, thank you very much for your kind words. Apparently those are the mysteries of life that remain unanswered while we are living. Thank you for imparting your wisdom, and I wish you a wonderful day full of happiness. Many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
Great post subhan,thank you!
Thank you, Ranu. May happiness reside in the realm of your heart, forever and for always. Many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
Subhan, please can I have your email address?Thank you.
Best wishes to you.
ranu
Wow. THis is great Subhan. Wonderful writing (again). The last 3 lines really ring true.
Hi Mobius, Thank you very much for your kind words, my friend. You are one generous soul. Many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
Such a powerful entry. Wow. I love:
“But death is not the most tragic experience of life
For the most tragic experience of life is
what is dying inside us while we remain living.”
You have summed up so much in those lines. Thank you. I love this blog. I enjoy your writing tremendously.
Millie
Hi Millie, I am humbly thankful. I hope the rest of my posts are not disappointing. Thank you for sharing your kind words that have become the light in the darkness of my soul. They are very meaningful for me to accompany me in the journey that I have been embarking for nearly a year. Thank you again, you are one generous soul.
Many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
How profound and true.
Thank you very much, my new friend. Many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein