1. My night refused to leave
And the starry gaze was bound

2. By a star with allure below it
Between the bucket and Scorpio

3. And this morning won't come
Nor approach nor draw near

4. With the wrath of our people
The generous tents and high office

5. Time has turned against them
With iron claws and talons

6. So it befell them while they felt safe
Without falling short or cutting back

7. And from it, when it swooped down
There was no escape or refuge

8. Oh eye, weep for them
With unexpected tears from you

9. For if I weep, they are my pride
They are my pillar and shoulder

10. They are my origin and branch
My lineage if it is traced

11. They are my glory and honor
My fortress if lineage is traced

12. They are my spear and shield
My sword if it is unsheathed

13. So many speakers among them
Who when they spoke were not doubted

14. And so many eloquent ones
Orators, pure and articulate

15. And so many horsemen among them
Valiant, seasoned, tested in war

16. And so many polished ones
Cunning, victorious around him

17. And so many regiments among them
With mighty fire and procession

18. And so many elderly among them
Noble, glorious, begetting glory