1. If a chalice with fragrance were to welcome
It would welcome the rose when it came visiting

2. It arrived, so we left it cheeks that appeared
Ablaze with the fire of shyness

3. As if it had been given a choice in a garden
Of the most beautiful garments, and chose them

4. And perfumed the world, so it smelled lovely through it
May your world never lack its perfumer

5. The rain has taken off its robes
Except for its tatters and buttons