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The welcome begins with a song.
As the voices rise across the valley, guests are not greeted with speeches or formal ceremonies. Instead, they are welcomed through Šo Müborakbode, a tradition that has been passed down through generations in Gojal.
The song carries a simple but heartfelt message. It offers blessings, expresses respect, and tells guests that they are valued. Through its words and melodies, people share their happiness at a visitor's arrival and invite them to become part of the gathering.
For many in Gojal, Šo Müborakbode is more than a performance. It is a tradition woven into community life. It can be heard during celebrations, weddings, and special occasions, bringing people together through music and shared customs.
What makes the tradition special is its sincerity. The lyrics speak of friendship, generosity, and the joy of welcoming someone with an open heart. In a world that moves quickly, Šo Müborakbode continues to remind people of the importance of hospitality and human connection.
Long after the song ends, its message remains the same: you are welcome here.
Awal banomi yo Xuðoy,
Šo mʉborakbode
[In the name of God, we begin,
May you be blessed.]
Duyum ba haqi Mustafo,
Šo mʉborakbode
[For the sake of Mustafa,
May you be blessed.]
Šohi Mardon, Šeri Xuðo,
Šo mʉborakbode
[King of men, Lion of God,
May you be blessed.]
Xisraw γarib masti gʉdo,
Šo mʉborakbode
[Khusraw, poor and lost in ecstasy,
May you be blessed.]
Xuðo doned tut pano,
Šo mʉborakbode
[May God shelter and protect you,
May you be blessed.]
Oftod agar šeri šumo,
Šo mʉborakbode
[If ever I come to your town,
May you be blessed.]
Čašmon xʉmor kardayim,
Šo mʉborakbode
[My eyes long to see you,
May you be blessed.]
Zaboni soz kardayim,
Šo mʉborakbode
[My tongue is eager to praise you,
May you be blessed.]
Dilhowi rʉz kardayim,
Šo mʉborakbode
[The secrets of the heart are laid bare,
May you be blessed.]
Dar rʉy tu qalandarim,
Šo mʉborakbode
[Upon your path I wander as a dervish,
May you be blessed.]
Dar išqe tu šenowarim,
Šo mʉborakbode
[In your love I swim like one in the sea,
May you be blessed.]
Jigi jigi qʉrbon kʉnem,
Šo mʉborakbode
[Piece by piece, I sacrifice all I have,
May you be blessed.]
Qʉrbon bidili jhon kʉnem,
Šo mʉborakbode
[With a sincere heart, I offer myself,
May you be blessed.]
Biyo biyo be tuyi men,
Šo mʉborakbode
[Come, come and share my joy,
May you be blessed.]
Bišin tu dar pehluyi men,
Šo mʉborakbode
[Sit beside me,
May you be blessed.]
Hey boghi men, bahori men,
Šo mʉborakbode
[You are my garden, you are my spring,
May you be blessed.]
Daraxti bi wazori men,
Šo mʉborakbode
[You are my fruit-laden tree,
May you be blessed.]
Biyo biyo nigori men,
Šo mʉborakbode
[Come, my beautiful one,
May you be blessed.]
Bišin tu dar kinori men,
Šo mʉborakbode
[Sit here by my side,
May you be blessed.]
Tuy tuyi suyi gʉl rawi,
Šo mʉborakbode
[Every flower rejoices at your coming,
May you be blessed.]
Xandidayi dil ma bʉri,
Šo mʉborakbode
[With your smile, you stole my heart,
May you be blessed.]
Dil ma bʉri ra dar guzin,
Šo mʉborakbode
[You chose me and carried away my heart,
May you be blessed.]
Dowlati tow hayron kʉnem,
Šo mʉborakbode
[I would spend my riches in your honor,
May you be blessed.]
Dowlati tu harzon kʉnem,
Šo mʉborakbode
[I would gladly spend all I have for you,
May you be blessed.]
Imšab tu ra maymon kʉnem,
Šo mʉborakbode
[Tonight I shall welcome you as my guest,
May you be blessed.]
Maymon be dilu jon kʉnem,
Šo mʉborakbode
[I shall host you with all my heart and soul,
May you be blessed.]
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