1. The campfire was kindled with musk and ambergris
By a girl whose skirt was too tight

2. It aroused our longing, but where can we get to it?
It was scented with Byzantine perfume

3. She has an abode in Al-Kufa
You could see her if you wish from afar

4. Her coquetry would spare you her secrets
That is a fire whose teeth shone

5. For a lover who has a house in Yathrib
It reminded me of the oath of the Prophet which I learned

6. And her oath and the oath of the Helpers
I did not betray her, so do not seek redemption from me

7. At Dhu Al-Dhahal, redemption is sought
Set me free since you possessed me, then release

8. A captive, helpless, shackled in chains