1. Do not deny my intoxication by words
And do not blame in love one captivated
١. لا تنكروا سكري بألفاظه
ولا تلوموا في الهوى صبَّه
2. For his words are bitter to one's palate
And his beauty excuses one who loves
٢. فلفظه مرّ على ريقه
وحسنه يعذر من حبَّه