Plain text of A hymn to Nibru and Ishme-Dagan (Ishme-Dagan C)
1-15 Shrine of Nibru, shrine surpassing the deep, shining Great House; your prince is the Great Mountain, God, who surpasses the Prince. Your great lady is the good woman, excelling in refinement. Your caretaker is one whose vigour is surpassing, the hero. The chief minister, who is worthy of your fair copper vessels, who makes your bedchamber exceedingly pleasant, is also the guardian watching over your honourable ordinances; he is the shepherd watching over your honourable ordinances. Your provider, whom the Great Mountain engendered -- Ishme-Dagan, who has achieved a high reputation among his numerous people, throws himself at your feet.
11-16 Nibru, your praise suits the mouth! May it be uttered by every mouth! The angels always stand by your truthful utterances. Shrine Nibru, primeval city, where the destinies are allotted, sweet is your praise! At the great festivals prepared with care in Nibru, all the great ... the majesty of God.