(Impersonating Butrus)

On the shore of the sea the gazels are browsing;

Oh, the descent to the ship, it is bad.

On the shore of the sea the gazels are airing;

Oh, the descent to the ship, it is bitter.

On the seashore, wondering whither to turn,

Appear, O Na‛meh! the ship goes.

At the hospital I am thirsty, I want to drink;

Bid me good-by, my brother, the ship goes.

(The mourners)