1. And recall the emigration of Christ as a child
Fleeing the slaughter of the infants

2. When Gabriel came to Mary at night
Sent by the Ordainer of the universe

3. Saying: "Arise, leave Bethlehem
And beware of delaying the child's peril"

4. The Virgin carried him, her soul
In turmoil and her heart pounding

5. She set out, crossing the wilderness with him
Enduring hunger, fear and hardship

6. She continued her journey with her son
Undeterred by her wandering in the waste

7. With a canopy extended over her
From heaven, the mercy of the Compassionate

8. She headed to Egypt and was hosted
As its gardens bore their sweetest fruits

9. She stayed until the Lord's messenger
Called her, and she obeyed willingly

10. And saw that Herod's vicious spirit
Had fallen into the grip of Satan

11. And after her many came from Syria
Seeking settlement in Egypt

12. And to this day we see coming from Syria
The caravans of pilgrims