1. The horses have learned when people attack
That we are lions when war is black.

2. Our steeds excel when battle is due
Their legs now shake in the stirrups' bend.

3. Their coats are dyed till you'd understand
The darkest horses take our dark stand.

4. We drove the foe from the border behind
Till only their dead and weak remained.

5. Some fled from the striking mortal fight
While others their reins had severed outright.

6. When the year's harsh, its harshness long
No rain comes and wood all withers gaunt

7. We give hospitality, guest never spurned
Though ice lies hard on the camp's old haunt

8. My love scolded me at dawn today
With no fault of mine, her affection she shunned

9. When I speak my piece then it comes to an end
Another mistake she brings I never meant

10. No good in love if affection now lacks
The best rope for lovers is ever fresh spun.