1. How much I recite poetry about you and ask,
While tears flow down my cheeks continuously.

2. And I conceal the love for you after
Clear proofs and evidence have appeared to me.

3. And I desire to reach you, lost, after
The slanderers tempted us and the blamer interfered.

4. And I say your home is near ours,
Alas! Alas! I am not saying the truth.

5. The guide did not do justice to you when he guided
To the delicate, tender, pregnant she-camels.

6. You are the fresh, sweet waters of the noon, after you,
Pure, not mixed, inclined to be turbid.

7. And I endured your love as if
It is to ardent hearts burdens to carry.

8. Of beauty, bangles and bracelets,
Pendants, anklets, necklaces and rings,

9. Earrings, headbands, brooches,
Bracelets, buttons and laces,

10. Sashes, cloaks, pillows,
Smiles, frowns, and fingers,

11. Languid glances, plaits,
Polished, veils and tresses.

12. I yearn to come close to you but I am prevented
By an expansive, extensive abyss.

13. So enjoy your wishes, O delightful date palms,
They are the streams and pouring rain.