1. I wonder at the bird with outstretched wings
When people prosper with wealth, it becomes poor

2. Yesterday it was in a yellow, ramshackle village
Seeking provisions, pecking the ground

3. It barely took three or so grains
Of seed until its falcon came to kill it

4. It never returned to its nest
And it was enough for that arrow to pierce it

5. I see a dark horse chasing a blond mare
And they race into the gloom until she tires

6. So respect, O brother, the pious ascetic of his faith
And scorn your own soul - its humbleness benefits you

7. And do not study the books that misguide from their texts
For the paths of guidance have become clear - so follow them

8. O one worn out like a branch, you became bent over
When heavy loads weakened its capacity

9. Whenever my ear hears the advice of an adviser
It finds relief from the talk of the advice killer