1. A lament for the passing of eminent scholars is urged
And mention of their virtues is an obligatory duty

2. He who gained renown throughout all the lands
And was held in high esteem by kings

3. The perfect and famous Ahmad Faris
The virtuous and cultured gentleman

4. All people admire his eloquence
And proverbs are recited and coined about the likes of him

5. The bosom friend of the enlightened in every abode
The eminent native son of Lebanon

6. He excelled among his own people in his youth
And his excellence surpassed the best of the West

7. So he journeyed to the people of the West and they honored him
And continued to revere him wherever he went

8. He came to the Abode of Felicity to dwell
And attained distinction and stature there

9. He built an enduring glory for the Shidyaq family
And did not forget those who were his friends before

10. He lived there until death came to him
As it comes to all mortals

11. His knowledge was multifaceted
And it grieves us that he died and departed

12. But Allah's decree of death comes to us all
And there is no escape from what Allah has ordained

13. And he who leaves behind the legacy of his virtues does not perish
And he had a fortunate son, cultured and refined

14. Sublime in character, he took his father's place
Continuing what he did before he passed away

15. He came to Lebanon soon thereafter
And was laid to rest in a grave bearing his name

16. All the people gathered for his funeral procession
Thronging around it like a royal entourage

17. And in the Grand Mosque elegies were recited over his bier
Singing of his merits in lyrical verse

18. We hope his son Slim will take his place
Satisfying his father and earning praise

19. Displaying merit and disseminating his books
So that his fine name endures and prospers

20. And perhaps the noble scion will surpass his noble line
As Slim is expected to accomplish

21. May he always succeed in virtuous deeds
And forever enjoy the height of glory as long as stars shine bright