1. Does an ardent lover know the torment of love?
It allures him into anguish, such is love's way.

2. My passion almost destroyed my eyes and brain.
No tears can moisten them, no fire can warm them.

3. He sways like a drunkard when he walks proudly,
Lost in himself and his airs when he wanders.

4. I care for him and long for him desperately,
His glances enchant me, his smile is so sweet.

5. Between my chest and body his abandonment stands,
Between my eyelids and eyes, war rages on.

6. His glance is a naked sword, I guarantee
It will not lack in wrath when it strikes a blow.

7. My love, will you spare me your affection an hour
To fill our homes with joy and laughter?

8. Can I find a way to complain and moan my fill,
When neither messengers nor books console my pain?

9. In my ignorance I hoped your nearness would help,
But your distance and closeness are equal in my fervor.

10. A shy beauty graces you, a virtuous modesty,
Your downcast eyelashes guard you adequately.

11. For this and that, my heart is crazy for you,
Gloomy, while my eyes rain tears ceaselessly.

12. Your swaying shape is a vision before my eyes,
Your sidelong glances keep passing through my thoughts.