1. The prince of Damascus spent his days
Bowed under the weight of his troubles and sorrows

2. And was afflicted by two tribulations that made
His tears flow and revived his grief

3. For his dear brother and kind mother
Whose companionship was torn from him yesterday

4. His greatest agony is for his brother
Who had been his confidant and mainstay

5. So may the magnificent king restore him to life
For his power did not fail him, nor his dominion

6. And that I may take his place
And guard the prince's house in his stead

7. Lest I see anyone enjoy his income
Or settle in his lands after him

8. And when I take my brother's place
I will be his soul even if not his body

9. So will the prince aid his servant in this
Prolonging and completing his benevolence?

10. Or not, and your servant spreads before you his excuse
Whether you refuse him and deprive him of fellowship

11. How can one willingly blame you
As long as you live, or blame the times?

12. I think without doubt you will help me
A belief I am sure will prove true

13. That you may care for what you entrusted my brother
And rebuild my side into civilisation

14. You are not one who would appoint a successor
Only to replace him when the time suits you