1. The she-camel complained to me when I overburdened her,
And made clear that if she could speak, she would.

2. I said to her, "If carrying the load brings delight to my eyes,
Then it is easy for us if you moan and become weary."

3. If so, I would be ruined, and my resolve would leave me;
Were I not to carry my supplies, even if at ease and safe.

4. Therefore I walk beside my camel to fasten her saddle,
And instruct that she not be humiliated, but honored.

5. She paid it no heed, bounding away like a vicious eagle
Who dives down, having spotted blood.

6. I said to them, "Why did you panic over the she-camel?"
They said, "You will know what we disliked and understand."

7. Thereupon dismount and rest, but when your she-camel
Appears among her companions like a bloody corpse,

8. Seeking to conceal the secret from you, do not divulge
What was not disclosed to us—not even a hint.