1. He came to me while my inner self was in turmoil,
Like pillars of youth in the sun, devout they are.

2. I lamented Layla's son so misfortune followed me,
I was vexed and patience is burdensome.

3. I was frustrated as tears flowed from my eyes,
Unyielding they flowed, pouring unabated.

4. I reproached them but the eyes err, their tears
And their disgrace inside the eyelids pile.

5. If left to kohl, weeping would not cease
And they gather droplets if enticed by the spy.

6. I die of sorrow on the day of thunderbolts and I
Am certain a pledge to that which I scheme.

7. I recalled Layla and cordiality after
The bitter conflict flowed between us.

8. And the hatred came between me and you and enmity
And the hatred’s pledge flooded the pure with disgrace.

9. I swore an oath by Him to whom
Bow prayer niches and reverent foreheads.

10. How excellent are those with hospitality, their doors
Are frequented when winter winds blow.

11. When innards are clad in hides from the severity of cold
And ice blankets the fevered, frozen solid.