1. I was amazed at a caravan whose travelers were cheered
By a beautiful woman flashing among the camels.

2. We did not reach her until we cursed where she was
And until the owner of the inn woke from his sleep.

3. When we came to those around the fire, their faces
Turned to us, men with beards well-groomed.

4. When we got down and mingled with the people there,
They wept and complained - oh, what a time for complaints!

5. They complained and said, "Do not blame us, for we
Are forbidden folk with no protector."

6. And they said, "Oh, is there no brave youth like Ghalib
Reprimanding them for good?" And the center of the people's encampment

7. An old camel, well-traveled, inquisitive,
When I looked over the camels, guarded them well,

8. As if I wanted the remaining litter in the pens.
I said, having cut off her leg with a sword,

9. "Harm of Ka'b's clan - no blame in the villages!"
So for my companions, hosts, their guests

10. Were messengers, warmth, and gathered wood.