1. If the ruler of Mirisi blows fiercely
Making Suhayr tremble, and settles every veil,

2. And the clouds wrap their garments around the horizon,
Then arise and face him with weapons and warfare,

3. With supplies and December and a cup of wine,
And a bag and bowl and plenty and a flask,

4. And every dark wine-stained garment
As wine stains the cheeks of youth.

5. I have gathered for you the seven “k” words that
No one before me has gathered for the Lord of the Book.