1. I spend my days fasting and then breaking fast
And learn each day, bit by bit

2. I know my final destination is death
So patience - that is the goal of all people

3. The nights have accustomed me to humiliation
Who can save me from this shame and disgrace?

4. If misfortunes block my path
They won't spare my determination and will

5. I swim in deep waters while sea monsters surround me
Yet I'm no expert in such swimming

6. The days of life are fleeting shadows
Who can make these shadows last?

7. Maybe life is but toil and torment
And my comfort is the sleep that comes at night

8. The Almighty is just, He wouldn't
Shorten my means and prolong my blame