1. Do not envy the knowledgeable in his knowledge,
Even if you see prosperity in his state.
١. لا تغبط المجدَب في علمه
وإن رأيتَ الخِصبَ في حالِه
2. For he who wastes his soul,
Is worse than he who hoards his wealth.
٢. إن الذي ضيّع من نفسه
فوق الذي ضمر من مالِه