1. The gazelle flank, so graceful,
Wearing a shredded cloak,

2. Dragging its tail, so masterful,
Exquisite in its beauty.

3. Singular in loveliness,
Above all fault and blame.

4. Deadly to foes when provoked,
Unsheathing its glance, so fatal.

5. That slender form whose eyes
Testify to slaying me.

6. Ask them, though they deny it,
Was it not with intent and pledge

7. To passion in my heart since birth,
When my body filled the cradle,

8. With love for she of dark eyes,
Whose love was my purpose and goal.

9. No harsh questions assail,
Nor weeping amidst ruins.

10. If shunned or distanced by her
I braved the greatest perils.

11. Passion betrayed me, or I found salvation,
If one like me finds bliss,

12. By attaining this purpose.