1. Ask the Quraysh and their allies
When was ‘Awf ever attributed to them?

2. Was there an established lineage in the past
That can be known, or is it a claim they fabricate?

3. For the Quraysh will attribute you
To a lineage other than his, more burdensome,

4. To the despicable Jidhma of Qays, foul of roots,
‘Urqub the father of As-Sabah.

5. To Taghlib - they are the worst of tribes -
You have no refuge but them.

6. And my pact with them did not gain me
A year of honor or nobility they would acknowledge.