1. I pardoned this life for its misdeeds
And counted the monastery's day among its virtues

2. And the morning found me at the saffron monastery
Reviving the heart's joy after its death

3. I rebuilt the place of fun after its ruin
And reunited the fellowship of mankind after its dispersion

4. And I socialized with all the pure hearted monks
Overlooking their fasts and prayers

5. And the meadows boasted of their beauty
So the young and old submitted to its qualities

6. The radiance of his rosy cheeks shone
And the myrtle branch bent from his movements

7. And he intoxicated me with the sweetness of his saliva
And delighted me with the roses from his cheeks

8. And when the night darkened, the brilliance of dawn returned
The darkness of night retreating from its light

9. My fate brought me life almost to the point
That its generosity flowed before its emergence

10. And he came closer to us in his brilliance
Like a heart too narrow for its thoughts

11. So he gave her the roses from the dye of his cheek
And supported her with the charm of his glances

12. And he continued to water me and drink while the wishes
Honestly told me of his affection

13. Until a crucifix was placed between my neck and his
Diffusing musk from its scent

14. And his crucifix frightened me
Due to the intensity of what some of its facets fear