1. When the Kaaba of the house appeared as a Kaaba
Among the people, its summit was crowned by Abul Fadl

2. Its rites were veneration without a set season
That was specifically observed, or words that were limited, or deeds.

3. The purified circle it while the sanctuary remains protected.
So their benevolence suffices the evil of the sanctuary.

4. The mother of towns wept its longing at the dawn of departure
And showed grief when the duration of union did not last.

5. What then is the thought of prolonged company and a town
Whose people excel in virtue over virtue?

6. As if the leader of the faith when he was absent from them
Was a cloud that crossed the permanent sands with rain.

7. Abundant in piety, he does not covet the glory of his religion,
Nor does his might transgress the ways of justice.