1. The aspirations of its masters have reached a rank
Beyond what nations strove in vain to attain

2. They are resolves that stand firmly founded
Pillars of glory built by sword and pen

3. The glory of integrity ends in joy
While treachery's course leads to regret

4. He who spares injustice and lives devoutly
Sees blessings knock on his door and enter

5. Long live Al-Malik Al-Rashid, now that
His service is honored among all people

6. Congratulations to him for gaining what
He long aspired to, which enemies denied

7. Despite their evil plots against him, they failed
For Al-Rashid holds fast to God's rope

8. My Lord, if some reproachers mean to shame me
I'll admit it; they spoke true about my poems

9. I confess I'm a butcher as they labeled me
Is this not enough for them to know of me?

10. If Ahmad Al-Kindi is accused of boasting
I make no such claim, I'm above blame

11. Meat, bones, and knife surely identify me
As do lashing, cutting, sword, and branding