1. Thirsty camels in summer, their thirst unquenched,
Arrived while the heat was boiling the kettles.

2. When they saw the sweet water they went to drink,
But saw death waiting there by the watering holes.

3. So they turned back, their thirst still unslaked,
Having sensed the venom of the deadly snakes.

4. With more longing for you than I can tell,
And grief for you, though from you I've gained nothing.