1. To God I complain of a friend
In whom is neither love nor honor

2. He was a companion, but I gained
Nothing from his nearness except regret

3. And I waited expectantly for his loyalty
But he let me down utterly

4. Once he held affection for me
Now from him I reap only estrangement

5. And I was content with his cordiality
So I came to be pleased just with a greeting

6. Thus there I said to my soul
After intimacy and familiarity

7. Do you still hope, after estrangement
To regain from him intimacy?