1. And I have not seen one perish from the people of Najd
Like Zur'ah on the day the lances stood erect around him

2. Having perfected his youth and grieved deeply over loss
Of the Master, and was most generous in his efforts

3. And most abundant in gaining for whoever came to him
Of the prosperous and the starving paupers

4. And most oft journeying on the path of glory
On the guidance of stars and hours

5. And I say to her who raised up her sons
And who saw the early morn regard no more

6. Indeed the horsemen on the day of Najd
Felled a youth un fortress-like in his wares

7. So there is no joy in any goodness that came to him
Nor any grief from events that have slipped by

8. No stillness while the horses charge
Nor empty-handed as the water-skin pourer

9. Bear witness, O clans of Bakr and Hayy, sons of Rawa'