Nineveh, Oh how long did you hide In ruins all your treasures from my eyes, Where once was blossomed and delighted The strongest nation, as in paradise. And now what? How much have you changed Your outlook the powerful empire? Where the palaces were, just ruins are left- That was not your posterity's desire. But your posterity is still alive and gay, It's proud of you and blessed by God forever, If someone asks:"Who are you for today?" We answer: "Children of Nineveh". And ancient track of ever greatness My beautiful Nineveh preserves, In human hearts, in Louvre and museums Like treasure?house of history it stays. Back to main Poetry Page