1. The lightning only flashes when an exile yearns,
As if it is one of the causes of his longing and wakefulness.

2. Greetings to the specter of Umm Al-Simt that kept us awake,
While we have neither shields nor spears against it.

3. My love for you remains as I knew it, despite the long absence,
My heart does not change its loyalty however remote you are.

4. The tribes suffice every complicated issue,
With it religion is protected or provision is made as needed.

5. The treasure of praise and piety, its registers,
Not its papers and gold.

6. You are the shooting star enemies are struck with,
So they shine while their flames die down.

7. The people of Shurayk, they are the ones who
In every bet, win the stakes.

8. The horsemen of Shayban are known
For their truthfulness when they descend and their death when they ride.

9. People before today have experienced that they
Are people of forbearance and people of mischief if they make mischief.

10. Tell the generous one who strives to reach him,
"Desist, you have nothing left but loss and pursuit."