1. Behold her coming, with a fragrance like ambergris
To a mellow tambour's tune and flowery cadence.

2. For the fair state a necklace is set with gems
By the skilled hand of Husayn son of Jawhar.

3. A brother of lofty aspiration, when he urged her on
To attain the heights, she did not stumble.

4. When the leader of leaders puts his mind to work
He sees himself mid glory and pride.