1. How much pleading and how many ailments,
Do not feel too safe from the strikes of time,

2. And do not say hardships have overwhelmed us,
For despair is the end of all hope.

3. And I am not one who wishes to split a rod in two,
The sin is my sin, and love intercedes for me,

4. Excuse me, I have erred intentionally, so excuse
The embarrassment of my apology for my missteps.

5. And seize the chance before the appointed time surprises us,
For each of us lives in fear and apprehension.