1. Tell the oriole, when the spirit comes, do not
Greet Abu Malbos,

2. A house in which generosity was unknown and
Goodness unrecognized between deacons and priests.

3. They never heard of hospitality, no guest entered
Their abode except for Iblees.

4. Their ears shut to the caller to passion,
Hearkening only to the church bell.

5. Their enemy remains luxuriating in their wealth
And their friend reveling in kisses.

6. Their swords are wood and the oaths of their women
Are either lies, by the priest's banner.

7. When their roots are examined, they trace
Back to mirage-begot foundlings.

8. Alas, blame the clan of vine planters! They
Have vanished with bribes and evil selves.

9. On their faces, the garb of monkeys,
And on their heads, horns of cuckolds.

10. Do not call on Abu al-Walid who has the character
Of a donkey and the nature of an ox.