When I go from hence [German translation]

When I go from hence let this be my parting word,

that what I have seen is unsurpassable.

I have tasted of the hidden honey of this lotus

that expands on the ocean of light, and thus am I blessed -

let this be my parting word.

In this playhouse of infinite forms I have had my play

and here have I caught sight of him that is formless.

My whole body and my limbs have thrilled with his touch

who is beyond touch;

and if the end comes here, let it come -

let this be my parting word.

• Artist:Rabindranath Tagore