1. He has the privilege of glory as his principle
And the sign of dignity and composure as his symbol

2. A magnanimous person refined in sublime virtues from the cradle
And spent his life in the field of sublime virtues

3. He encompasses eloquence, rhetoric, skill, dexterity
Dignity, and adeptness as his hallmarks

4. He spent nights sleepless seeking success
And honed his mind as he reaped the fruits of his great trade

5. A pure soul obedient to him as it is immaculate
From where passions are rebellious against higher ideals

6. In the state of arts and letters he became a stalwart
Prolonging his days and nights therein

7. Having worn the dress of righteousness in its finest forms
Where he spends his talents in the heights of virtue

8. The Khedive of Egypt chose him out of affection
And endowed him with the elite and the elect

9. The noble Luminary, crown of beauties
Who shamed the blossoms of gardens in brilliance

10. Continuously drawing near, gaining favor
Amidst a bouquet of twinkling stars

11. With eternal good fortune and supremacy
As the Almighty heightened his beacon

12. Praise be to God who revived the glories of his house
And perpetuated its imprints through the ages

13. Inheriting consecutive glories from forebears
Until they became his creed amongst people

14. A lofty and noble person, his worth and status
Meet for leadership and governance

15. Ask the horizons of intimacy about his biography
Tsen of the august court and ministry