On His Knees

On his knees
He sighs
A polished blade in his hand
In his death, his honor will rise.

Life in every breath
In every cup of tea
He remembers this
On his knees

Sake hits the floor
As it befriends the blade
Under the ancient tea tree
His love and him once more
Loving within the shade.

A strong thrust 
The breath of life leaves
His honor has risen
On his knees.

(Ali Koushan)

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