1. Your position did not come undeserved;
Indeed, before it, you were highly distinguished among people.

2. But it is a rank that you have adorned
With a lifetime full of great deeds.

3. This is your life, upright in its course
And active in creation, the best example.

4. You were endowed with every virtue and benefaction,
Thus, you attained the highest peak of nobility.

5. You are the resolute one, whom
His determinations in life secured every attainment.

6. Since you first came of age, you have been a fighter
With the integrity of words and deeds.

7. Life is a war whose prosperity
Can only be secured by the resolute determination of heroes.

8. Of sincere intention and virtuous conscience
You purified and with fine reputation and traits.

9. You manage the world with lucid intellect
Like a bright star, far-reaching is its light.

10. The virtues of people are like
The spring’s blooming flowers, fragrant in the meadows.

11. These praises have brought you positions
That were established but for some men.

12. To God, you are a father who is dutiful to his son
And screens him with the purest of manners.

13. A virtuous wife gave you the best of sons,
Matching you in the wonders of creation.

14. And so is happiness for you to live delighted
With the loyalty of children and a beautiful wife.

15. And whatever rank you have attained
Becomes an honor, pointing to virtues.

16. So find joy with your beloved family, securing
Glory that achieves the greatest hopes.

17. And accept the congratulations of every sincere heart
That prays you remain in utmost comfort.