1. The curse of God be upon him who
Is stingy with affection

2. And when he prefers to attain
He is inclined toward evil

3. And when you have tested him
As a close friend he is weak

4. And plentiful - then if you seek
Support he becomes scarce

5. A beautiful face, if only
You could see goodness from it

6. Healthy - but if he travels
A path he becomes sickly

7. My lot is not my lot
In this life except a little

8. Rest for my soul if only
There was a way