1. Fate's decree is God's decree, none can change it
And for every creature there are appointed terms.

2. Until the preordained end of life is reached
Lions and men all bow to fate's demands.

3. None can escape death's watering-place
Though heroes charge and skirmish as they may,

4. You'll see the diadem removed, its wearer
Quailing within at thought of death's dark day.