1. In the state of distance, my soul I used to send
To Your Excellency's court, where my devotion grew intense.

2. Until when it reached the threshold of Your glory,
The earth would accept from me - it was my deputy.

3. And this apparition has now arrived,
The presence of a lover absorbed in absence.

4. Melting just now in seeing You from passion.
So extend Your right hand that my lips may gain it.