1. The departure came, the burdens were heavy
And with them went one troubled and restless

2. For longing there were fires kindled in his heart
So that passionate love persevered within him

3. Disturb your loved ones with your passion
For a lover is led by disquietude

4. Only the sleepless and wakeful night
Can bring you close to the beloved and union with him

5. In swords there lies death in waiting
Until a bold youth awakens and stirs it

6. And an armed man bars the pass with his sword
Until with his sword he makes an opening

7. The stars of night descended over their heads
And for every people there was an inspiring star

8. He drank in Mecca, in its sandy valley
The water of prophethood without adulteration