1. If they turn away, they are the ones who were kind
How often they kept their word! Be patient with them if they fail

2. How often they intended to meet, but I prevented them
Because I knew what they did not

3. And I bore the burden of parting, fearing
That they would bear the weight of reproach and be weakened

4. So now desire has driven your brother
Beyond what he wants - help him and be gentle

5. Take me to the abode of loved ones, head there
Stop there for me for a moment and make yourself known

6. Describe for him my yearning, for I do not see
A cure that can heal an illness that cannot be described