1. You arrived with the glory of the faith, the happiest arrival,
And you are victorious over enemies, winner of the contest.

2. It is no wonder what was made easy by
The opinion of Abu al-Fath al-Muwaffaq of conquests.

3. But it is amazing that one whose nature tends
Toward murder should resolve to pardon and forbearance.

4. That you should meet frowning, full of fierceness,
Yet remain gentle-faced, of noble and liberal manners.

5. You took up the burden laid on you, without flinching,
And did not stint any effort in advising the Caliph sincerely.

6. The rebels saw you when you thinned their wars,
A brother in resolves, so they inclined toward peace.

7. Thus you remain steadfast in righteous beliefs, taking
A pact with God that your efforts will succeed.

8. Before you, my praises were principles I have never ceased
To address to those unfit to be brothers to misers.

9. I make friends with those who are cheered by them
And ignore those who do not rush to praise.