1. A solace of Allah she was bereaved
Far removed from blemish as she lived

2. Glad tidings and mourning came together
Oh how near her misfortune is to her wedding

3. Oh king time found its chance
Hurling an unwary heart

4. How many tears unstaunched and how
Many a spirit yearns long for you

5. I'll lament you as long as a veiled one wails
Crying in the dark gloom

6. Oh king in your faithfulness is a lesson
And precepts that sadden the companion

7. Beyond parting between us forever
In the bliss of your embrace sought