1. You unleashed my tears after restraining desire,
With the advent of penalties, each in its proper place.

2. You singled me out with general causes through which
The beginnings of passion became like their first stages.

3. You made me oppose desire and got acquainted with me,
You replaced the instruments of passion with its substitute.

4. And you dismissed me while the heart is a receptacle of affection.
O you who provide reasons for withdrawal and its consequences!