1. The lightning brought joy
To my heart as it flashed a long smile

2. It unsheathed for my eyes in the shade
Of dusk a polished sword

3. And guided me on my night journey
Though I had lost my way

4. And showed me from afar
That sweet oasis alive

5. With tents where Beauty resides
Proud yet gentle

6. I never ceased begging there
For wealth in my poverty

7. And in love I grew dear
Though to it I was a lowly slave

8. Whenever it took from me
I wanted no substitute