1. Alas! Fawz has taken Abu Al-Fadl's mind away,
And I've never known a man to live without a mind.

2. To God I complain that Fawz is so miserly,
Tormenting me with promises and procrastination.

3. I see both our families wishing
My tie with her would become untied.

4. So my Lord, do not let any envious people gloat over us,
Spying on us from Fawz's folk or my own.

5. There is no suspicion between us for them to spy upon,
Nor is any flaw cast upon her or me.

6. I protect Fawz's rights and avoid
The eyes of backbiters, people of mean minds.

7. She and I, just as passion brought us together,
Are people of integrity, untouched by ignorance.

8. I've kept secret my love for her, yet it's common knowledge,
Like a fool beating drums beneath his clothes.