CYRUS

Cyrus The Great

He ruled in honor
Compassion his strength
His empire loved him
So grand in length.

Chosen by God
A difficult task
And nothing in return
Did he ask.

At the table he sat
Feast and wine
With the lowest in ranks
He did dine.

Believe what you will
Live and do well
He says to his people
No lies he ever did tell.

In bed and warm he laid
Telling his sons
Be true and brave.

I'm leaving you now
My time has come
Into heaven I go
Remember my words my sons.

(Ali Koushan)