1. Congratulations to Zain al-Din for the joy with which
The sun of brilliance was made manifest over the full moon

2. With it the spheres were illuminated until their atmosphere
With the primeval radiance of a full moon on the Night of Power

3. And with it intimates rejoiced when toward them came
A roasted meat or a well-cooked cooking pot

4. And with it sincere sweetness adorned their breasts
The breasts of people among men other than my own breast

5. And they were singled out with it, apart from me, and I was neglected by them
And that is a trait I recognized in you all, and so knew my worth

6. Their letters are original while mine is extra
As if I were a supplementary waw appended to the end of ‘Amr

7. Even though I am that sincere friend who tomorrow will be
Of benefit to manners, innocent of betrayal