1. I made you a Kaaba of earth, people come
To you from all parts

2. And I composed your love into a song for the world
That dances like a ray of light as soon as it's heard

3. And how my eyes have held you with yearning
And how my arms have carried you in passion

4. And how the shadows of my heart have wandered for you
And in your eyes how my sails have floated

5. I returned to my Kaaba but found a grave
With flowers around it toyed with by snakes

6. I worshipped you in love for a long time
And today I flee from my ruin