1. Goodness is like a watered palm tree, tended by
A shepherd who protects it, and when forgetful slumbers, it withers not.

2. Evil is like a fire kindled in the night out of spite
Whose embers last for ages and are never extinguished.

3. Do you not see the trees of sinfulness wearied?
They bear no fruit until the planter tastes despair.

4. Thorns grow in every land by their nature
Seeking neither rain nor irrigation channels.

5. Do not thank one who grants you dignity
Until you lean upon the giver for support.

6. Wield no swords to shed blood.
Your blades for this age are sheathed enough.

7. And spread among the people is a saying I'm unaccustomed to:
That men of high resolve have become few.

8. Can a man be praised if he never strove
For glory, and the noble were left unsung?