1. The ministry, though lofty in rank,
Is where the ignorant make their stand.

2. It was entrusted to the shining hands
Of the most glorious man of Hashim's line,

3. Whose generosity and aid
Once made spearheads ring.

4. The criminal sought refuge
In a glorious, towering palm,

5. While the accuser babbled nonsense.
With a horseman who never ceased

6. To do good and seek righteousness,
Generosity poured like clouds' bursting,

7. And aid that kept spearing.
I turned from the ways of pride

8. Trusting in the clear-sighted one.
I knew that through him I'd reach the heights

9. And find my pearls and eloquence.
He favors men, and I think