1. Man accumulates while the world disperses
And life passes as days are stealthily snatched

2. Yet we grope in darkness where there is
No full moon to illuminate nor stars nor embers

3. How often we climb a peak not meant for climbing
And guard something not meant for guarding

4. How often we stoop when in us is every proud nose
And we show submission when in us are honor and insolence

5. How can a rational being be content to have
A clean garment with a sullied dignity?

6. Or how can a day pass with closed eyelids
When behind is a wide-open grave of death?