1. I wrote to him seeking reunion
But his reply disquieted me with a promise
١. كتبْتُ إليه أستهديهِ وَصْلاً
فأقلقَني بوَعدٍ في الجَوابِ
2. If only his answer were true
It would heal my abundant sorrows
٢. ألا ليتَ الجَوابَ يكونُ حقّاً
فيَشفي ما أحاطَ مِنَ الجوى بي