1. Tell Salama I've not forgotten her
Nor in her absence been untrue

2. If only we were beasts in the wild
To graze the meadow and hide in its grove

3. If only fate had caused us to meet
In the sky's sanctuary concealed above

4. Yet between us stand a contemptible folk
Who claim greater right to possess my love

5. Long have I wished if wishes brought gain
Or longing sated the soul it would tame

6. For my heart desires to convey to her
Words though shaming I hardship must name

7. Ill-natured people threaten my life
To see her or leave her, death just the same

8. Curse you Salma for capturing me so
That I boast to people I just don't care

9. When praying she enters my thoughts anon
Distracting me from my duties in prayer

10. One glance from Salma today would appease
More than all the wealth this world can bear