1. Did you not see me prevail over time,
Not giving troubles any rein?

2. We left religion for people
Who lost therein what is sane.

3. We took refuge in monasteries
From mosque's call and domain.

4. It is wine that was generous and pure
While you were safe from harm and pain.

5. And this life is evergreen, they said,
We will have a second time the same.

6. So take from the essence of your life
What you see, not what may remain.

7. My soul urged me with cups of care
To get ready for time's bane.

8. And let the soul its fill of life
For I knew where I will be lain.