1. A son I rejoiced in when told he’s a boy
I protected him, and jewels are protected in shells

2. I fear the winds upon him, should they blow
Never to see him but in my lap or on my shoulder

3. I'm surprised how jealous I am that one day
I’d kiss him, though to kiss him nears my honor

4. He roams atop a chair I was granted for him
By al-Husayn with a stature like a banner

5. Like a sword its owner sent into the fray
Against the regiments, unhalting in its drive

6. I hid him, and when his image was concealed
There he is now, I hid him, and he hides