1. If my rope of hope were not connected
To your dream between East and West,

2. I would not have awaited the reversal of my fate,
Nor been patient with past tribulations.

3. Rather, I would have killed myself to kill it,
And found rest from ever-growing misery and adversity.

4. But I fear that if I die of frustration,
They will say so-and-so died ignorantly without cause.

5. This is the lodging of the generous whose comfort
Is prescribed for all people in books.

6. My Lord, You did not accustom me to this, enough
Of what I have encountered of horrors and fatigue.

7. So every person tomorrow is in prosperity and eminence
And adversity has departed from him, even excelling in rank.

8. And here is my letter coming hopeful
O owner of glory, relieve affliction and distress

9. Do not reject it crying for its disappointment
You still strive to do good as one who is rewarded.

10. For you are the best prince of noble descent
And have attained the knowledge and manners you sought.