1. With the birth of the Khedive Sa'id
The owner of auspicious, fortunate horoscope

2. The regions of Upper Egypt shone
And gloried in his feast with joy

3. And for this beloved one, praises were woven
As he attained heights of nobility

4. Its charm was purified and its brilliance increased
And its sky was illuminated with full moons

5. And it was adorned with the garment of splendor and joy
And its bliss increased with that blessed one

6. So in its beauty it disdained the planets
And through it the suns of good fortune shone

7. And in its environs the masses of soldiers
Became organized in rows beneath standards

8. So that the hearts of the envious
Became distressed by severe affliction and trials

9. And the tongues of the citadels at that time congratulated
The soul of these regions, though they wished

10. O happiest of creation, it was filled with meaning
Through your nearness throughout the ages

11. And out of its eagerness for the galloping of steeds
On the day of its celebration of the birth feast

12. It hopes for a return before the appointed time
Yearning for you, O greatest of hearts

13. So answer its request and meet
Its presentation, O beloved of Egypt's lands

14. And allow it, in the best of ages, to be well
Through you, exalted above all eras

15. And to enjoy the garden of an august kingdom
With a strong, supported cub

16. Who has no equal in his intelligence
Among his associates, protectors of frontiers

17. And remain with it in an empowered state
Striving to improve the condition of the populace

18. Victorious in praise among humankind
Attaining fortune in all matters