1. She had not reached full growth when her decline began,
Her loins were stripped that they might be chained.

2. You both were alike in wisdom, justice, attainment,
Firmness when a matter had been decided and executed.

3. Two souls disputed within you, this and that,
About a rootstock that had been the proudest lineage.

4. As he measured out a Hadhrami sandal and lost it,
He was not satisfied to lavish gifts upon its mate.

5. With seventy thousand he fortified my back and garrisoned me,
Your father, and you have witnessed some of that castle.

6. Indeed I, the Commander of the Faithful, am confident
That you will not be seen as one withholding his wine.