1. A memento for the revered mother in Egypt
With writings that bring sweet discourse to her

2. And pages for onlookers through their countenance
Appearing right throughout the ages

3. And treasures that inspire the minds of their reciters
In a garden where all arts are gathered like clouds

4. And wondrous verses that gleam though they
Are for all meanings a kernel of knowledge

5. These are the pearls whose interpretation
Makes heard the answered prayers of mothers

6. Nay, these are the gifts whose date
For you, Khedive, is purity and pleasant inscription