1. My heart saddened on the eve of departure, a gazelle
And gazelles of the wilderness are the prey of men.

2. With a guide, though the heart dwells only
As the guide willed and desired.

3. I spend the night complaining of the anguish of his estrangement
Turning away from my visit and union.

4. Hoping for his promise though he broke his word
And made me forget your kindness through long absence.