Be content with what thou hast received, and smooth thy frowning forehead, for the door of choice is not open either to thee or me.
HAFEZ
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Hafez122 quotes“Be content with what thou hast received, and smooth thy frowning forehead, for the door of choice is not open either to thee or me.”
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