1. I see that you, Ka'b bin 'Amr,
Consider me close in affection.

2. If you envy seekers of my merit,
It is not for me to neglect excellence.

3. You have encompassed virtues you did not attain
Except spreading enmity among men.

4. And my sin against people is only
My competing for the heights of glory.

5. I do not consider provision generosity
For one whom I burden with pleading.

6. I do not seek abundant wealth
Except to quench my rest from bounty.

7. I know fate like my own children,
So I do not flee from turns of nights.