1. Rejoice, O Hanafi, in Assiut,
O father of literature and politics,

2. Everyone is happy with the transfer,
Until you assume the presidency,

3. But Qena is burning with yearning for you,
From excessive longing after your departure,

4. Your promotion raised it from its sleepiness,
And if you are absent, do not forget your favor.

5. I have a brother living in Assiut,
His name is Hamed, a teacher,

6. He may meet you frowning,
Since he is Upper Egyptian conservative.

7. He is afraid to come to you, and deservedly,
You are from the formidable lions.

8. And if he meets you with displeasure,
Better guide him rightly.

9. He wants to know your excellence,
If you allow, call him,

10. Kindness and refinement are your habit,
Make your affection call him.

11. Allow and fulfill your promises
By responding to me again,

12. May God elevate your happiness,
And bring you to your wishes.