The legends of the Panjâb

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THE BALLAD OF ISA BANIYA. 215
70 He went back on a pilgrimage, sir
Roasted goats and baked bread, sir.*
Isa had wrought deceit, sir !
Said his wife to Is£k,
sir
" Make upright thy heart and soul, sir ;
75 Go back and remember Sarwar, sir
Make thy own heart understand, sir,
Go and lie down in front of the pilgrims, sir :
And say to the pilgrims, sir,
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My friends, pray for me, sir.
80 My body has broken out, sir
Sarwar doth not hear m^ cry.'"
Again his wife said, " Go to the pilgrims."
The pilgrims prayed.
And God was gracious and merciful, sir
85 Isa's body became whole !
Isa Baiiiya placed lamps and candles.
And lighted excellent lamps.
And ever had a care for Sarwar.
89 I have sung the ballad of Isa.
* For the benefit of the saint.