1. I am still followed by every grudge,
I am still envied by every tongue.

2. They saw a man who does not walk their path,
Nor do they have any power to outpace him.

3. So they blamed and doubted with words aplenty,
And missed the path of truth after it was made clear.

4. If I had no virtues to count for myself
Other than that Qahtan is my father, that would suffice me.

5. Relentless mockers never cease their taunts against me,
Though I am unassailable and cannot be restrained.

6. If a resident of Washsh in Yamamah were brought to me,
Or if I came to a native of the High Hazramut,

7. I would not be shy of you despite the distance between us,
As I used to be shy when I met your gaze.

8. It is as if a watcher from you keeps watch over my inner thoughts
While another attends to my eyes and tongue.