1. I wish I could stay with the tribe of Tamim
Whose oratory outshone Jarir's eloquence

2. I'm certain time will bring forth one like them
A fine speaker or a valorous warrior

3. That's because I frequented the station
Of the two glories of Hashim's descendants

4. Where the minister Zeinab aimed his clouds
Lofty from Najd and Marma towards me

5. With it he spared me his might and favour
When he was generous beyond measure

6. A free man whose face brooks no slight
Stern in mien, seen by none but solemn

7. He made up for others' shortcomings in me
And helped me regain all I had lost

8. And with his blessings erased lingering worries
That sprouted from misfortunes and perils

9. And I will reward him with praise unfettered
Safely free of defects, a precious prize