1. Many a lesser man than I
Exceeds me in quality,

2. Praise be to the most generous
Whose giving exceeds all others

3. I have perfumed my poetry
With the scent of your glory

4. Your approval is pride to me
I desire nothing else from you

5. I have attained great favor
By serving you, robed in honor

6. You were kings of all Arabs
Glory to you, pride of nations

7. Glory remains for those who earned it
Glory comes to those who sought it