iniquity is one of the perks

How fine is that wine, how excellent that drink
             in a place of joy.
Let me drink and love my beloved
             each day anew.
Foolish is the one who bids me repent,
             for I am wisely guided.

And should the naysayer come, I will say to him:
             Truly my time is wondrous!
I know what is past and what is to come.
             My illness is also my cure.

In that passion, I am the master of my time
             and I love without shame.

— Abu al-Hasan al-Shustari.

(Source: amorremanet, via applesarefuckinghealthy)