1. Is it strange that we have forcibly ruled the land
And that whips have become our pillows at night

2. And horses are tethered in our assemblies
And stirrups placed between our feet

3. For this is the glory that has given us preeminence
And this is the kingdom established by the sword

4. And the likes of the harsh mounts
Must be bred by Arabian steeds

5. For if a palace has made us kings for a while
It is a state that cannot be blamed or resented