1. A graceful edifice, where is its peer?
Perfect in all that befitted its maker.

2. A fortress for this Ahmadiya, an impregnable defense,
Whose beauty drew one to its gate in harmony.

3. The tools of war in storehouses of plenty,
Arranged as a necklace by its fastener.

4. Beloved of the truthful Pasha and counselor of armies
With what he added to it, his virtues increased.

5. Though founding it eluded him, such is
The mystery of time, and one of its wonders.

6. And the Generous Master inspired in it honor
For the aspiration of Qaram to seek the heights.

7. It was as lovely as a necklace, and this
Its pearl, completing its harmony.

8. Say: Lord, aid his effort with support
That gladdens his troops and regiments.

9. And aid him with mighty victory for a nation
That prays to its Lord and implores Him.

10. When the perfection of its design appeared
And its high purpose and outcome were achieved,

11. There came in it a clear verse from the historian:
"Concluded with fortune and victory beside it."