1. When the crafty one draws near and approaches you
Seeking to obtain what he desires from your nobility

2. And advice and hesitation do not deter him
Nor does more of your friendship suffice him

3. Beware there, do not come close, be cautious
Of his harm, he is a cunning, deceitful snake

4. If you seek earnestness from him, he will twist and writhe
And how will you gain good from an envious one

5. He inclines towards happiness and desires it
Whenever he sees some new good