1. My rhymes, their meaning you elucidate
Though my words therein shine bright

2. Iraqi in diction, Syrian in import
Of excellence, a work of highest art

3. O Thou, the One, all glory is Thine own!
For none save Thee alone does poesy impart

4. I'll praise Thee till old age doth creep
And weep for Thee, though youth may depart