1. I reproach a fate that lends no ear to blame,
And from whom I ask pardon, though no crime I claim.

2. I give my plaint to one who has no pity for my pain.
So I complain, but finding no comforter but God again.

3. O Abu Hasan, why does time treat me so?
As though my love and longing you didn’t know!

4. Who will help me against the hordes that attack?
I face them through my days and they hound me without slack.

5. You know my adherence, O Ali, to your crew,
So be my helper and drive back that warring crew!