Maniacs is one of Charbel Baini's books translated from Arabic into English with introduction by Dr. Mostapha Helwe

At the top of the mountain

 

When I was 14


-1-

At the top of the mountain

We planted glory

Next to the Lebanese cedars

And the roses grew

In the meadow of happiness

Singing songs of love

-2-

We have a forehead

The highest forehead

Thanks to our sweet flag

We defend for years

To protect Sannine

And we return strength with strength

-3-

Valley. Mountains

Plains. Hills

The source of all Baskets of Goodness

Peace of Mind

The poet said

Whether in the mosque or the monastery

-4-

All the people

In times of war

Their weapon is faith in the cedar

They walk the path

With one heart

Muslim, Christian, Druze

-5-

We are here

The heart of the universe

We find shelter in the shade of our flag

We extend a helping hand

With a hundred Colour

For anyone who wants our protect.

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