1. Were it not for the old woman in Manbij
I would not have feared the causes of affection

2. And I would have, for the one who asked of me
A self that refuses redemption

3. But I wanted her wish
Even if I was pulled to baseness

4. And I see my defenders upon her
That she be protected from passion

5. She remained in Manbij grieved
After me, confused

6. If an incident could be deflected
Or a visitor of good intention

7. The strikes of incidents would not have struck
The land of those devout people

8. But the decree of Allah and
His rulings are carried out in the land

9. And patience comes to everyone
According to the measure of calamity

10. It still visits Manbij
In every departing morning, a greeting

11. In it are piety and religion
Gathered in a pure soul

12. My nation, do not grieve me
And trust in the grace of Allah in me

13. My nation, do not despair
Allah has hidden gentleness

14. How many incidents He has diverted from us
And how much He has protected us from affliction

15. I advise you with excellent patience
For it is the best bequest