1. Say to the pillar of religion, of excellence and glory,
The words of a critic against him, should they transgress:

2. "Worthless rubbish to him, neither worthy nor eminent,
With neither sense nor wisdom, neither origin nor root.

3. Do you not see that a man is known always
By his companion? So avoid the fool and ignoble.

4. I knew you inclined toward goodness - what has appeared to you
That you judge by garbage?"