1. Shackles he bears and a prison so confined
O Lord, with worries his youth has declined

2. Unless relief comes, death shall be swift
To sorrows, resignation is most apt

3. Few are loyal friends and comforters sincere
Where is a bosom friend with sympathy and care?

4. O lightning, if you happen to pass by the abode
With your beauty and charm on full display

5. Convey the greetings of one longing and aggrieved
Whose hopes forever to youth are bound and cleaved

6. Say, I am your prisoner ready for sacrifice
Most eager among the eager for you, my soul cries

7. By God, the morning breeze blew not in Nejd
Except my tears flowed copious from distress

8. How can we meet when tall deaf walls stand?
With a door bolted, escape is banned

9. Who will carry my farewell so steeped in woe?
Even enemies' hearts will melt from the blow