Introduction
Dastan Ensemble Lyrics

The above lyrics are from the Persian traditional music group Dastan Ensemble's song "Introduction". The song begins with the line "Che Danestam ke in Daryaye Bi Payan Chenin Bashad" which translates to "What did I know that this endless sea would be like this". The metaphorical language used in this line represents the human experience of life and the unknown obstacles that come with it. The comparison of the sea to life suggests that just as the sea is vast and unpredictable, so is life.

The second line, "Bukharash Aseman Gardad, Kaf-e-Darya Zamin Bashad" translates to "Its vapor becomes a sky, and the floor of the sea becomes the earth". This line represents the transformative power of nature and how everything is interconnected. The sea's vapor rises and transforms into the sky, creating a cycle of transformation and rebirth. The phrase "Kaf-e-Darya Zamin Bashad" suggests that even the ground we walk on is a product of the sea.

The third line, "Lab-e-Darya Hame Kofr Ast, Darya Jameh Dindari" which means "The lip of the sea is all blasphemy, and the sea altogether is piety" presents a paradox and highlights the duality of life. The sea is both beautiful and dangerous, representing both blasphemy and piety. The final line states "Walekin Gohar-e-Darya Varaye Kofr-o-Din Bashad" which translates to "But beyond the blasphemy and piety, lies the pearl of the sea". This line represents the idea that beyond the surface level of things, there is a deeper truth to be discovered. The metaphorical meaning of the sea and its pearl represents the deeper truth and beauty that lies beyond the surface of things.