1. The poets of Tangier, all of Morocco
Went far astray, to the most distant place

2. They asked the difficult from the captive, yet
Their questioning was more rightful than them; how strange!

3. Were it not for shyness and honor that covered
I would tell them directly what I seek

4. Had he been asked, he would give generously, and if
His true voice called at his door “ride!” one would ride.