26/11/2024
A Joyous Ode to the Newborn
By Mohammed Ismaila
Hark! The heavens sing with mirthful cheer,
A babe is born, a gift most dear.
To thee, dear kin, and thy beloved wife,
Cometh this blessing, new breath of life.
Lo, in thy house doth joy abound,
With love and laughter all around.
A maiden fair, of purest grace,
Hath brought the stars to her sweet face.
O gentle child, so fresh, so mild,
May angels guard thee, heaven’s child.
May wisdom, strength, and virtue bright,
Attend thy path, both day and night.
To thee, proud father, thy heart’s delight,
A treasure dost grow before thy sight.
And to the mother, of courage true,
Thy love hath wrought a life anew.
Rejoice, dear kin, let gladness reign,
For blessings cometh after pain.
A bouncing girl, thy joy to share,
A gift of God, so wondrous rare.
May health and wealth thy days bestow,
And peace surround where’er ye go.
So let us raise our voices high,
And praise Allah who dwells on high!