1. Though kingdoms pass, as all things mortal must,
Youth lost returns in Joseph's grace and trust.

2. From barren sand, flush oasis rose unforeseen,
Pearl-drops of dew on leaves of emerald sheen.

3. “Welcome, victorious one,” fair Zubaid cries,
“Your people call you, come, your home lies

4. In love that loves you still, that will not cease,
Though fate decree or sands shift without cease.”