1. The drowsiness of the bride, though dear,
Is more fatal and deadly than a lioness.

2. And the company of vinegar, though vile,
Corrupts whatever it touches;

3. So beware the corruption of your morals.
No two bodies lived in this world with one soul,

4. Nor two souls with one body.
And good intention is like a shy bird;

5. So let the young man guard against the envious hunter.
How many men ruled for some time,