1. When will forebearance subdue the far distances,
And the sword of kingdom march through the darkness of estrangement?

2. Then I will tend the meadows of virtue covered in dew,
And irrigate the meadows of knowledge radiant and clear.

3. And I will observe a barren land that does not fail its affection,
And accepts nothing but steadfastness to the covenant.

4. And I will witness from his thoughts a fire of wisdom
That rises from his breath, the aroma of dew.

5. O gentle breeze that blew from the side of twisting,
Dragging aroma over flowers, bringing the cold.

6. Tomorrow it will be gentle, kissing the lips of meadows,
Embracing outstretched branches, touching the cheeks of roses.

7. Revel in Egypt, for it is the abode of my loved ones,
And inform its youth about my passion and my torment.

8. And say that after you the weather turned gloomy,
So rise, a star, to illuminate it, O moon of good fortune.

9. If you are not Hind in Najd residing,
Then the eyes of yearners did not rain upon Najd.

10. As for the talk that was like wine I have sipped it,
So it left my heart unable to repeat or relay.

11. And a poem I threw when its glory peaked,
So my arm fell short of it and my struggle passed its peak.

12. You have no trace in my hearing, sight or thoughts
Of fame, regard or affection.

13. No blood dripped from my tearducts,
No fire was lit in my ribs from passion.

14. And after you were gone, patience collapsed in my heart,
And for you, languor shrouded my eyes.

15. For your love remains most faithful in my heart,
And your memory is sweeter than honey on my tongue.