1. The times are corrupt, and its people too
I grieve for it and its people
١. فسد الزمان وأهله
أسفي عليه وأهله
2. Its evils amongst us have multiplied
For its corruption and ignorance
٢. كثرت شروره بيننا
لفساده ولجهله
3. It has uncovered disgrace
Rushing to indulge in it
٣. كشف الستار عن الخنا
متسارعين لنهله
4. Passion's guide leads them
Through its rugged and smooth terrain
٤. يخطو بهم حادي الهوى
في وعره أو سهله
5. One courts another
Each smitten with foolishness
٥. هذا يغازل هذه
كل أصيب بعقله
6. He weaves his flirtations
Woe to him and his flirtations
٦. نسج المغازل غزله
تعسا له ولغزله