1. I used to ride the waves of your love in the evenings,
Doing what passionate lovers do for their beloved.

2. I struggled to be generous with my precious soul,
Loving you and finding my torment sweet.

3. So I would see you faithful, and gain from you
A pure draught of your union, unmingled.

4. But you betrayed, gave no warning, and broke off abruptly,
Deceived me, though I did not suspect you.

5. I was at fault for passion and poor judgment -
Thinking you perfectly faithful.

6. So blame me, for I appointed you as judge
Over my heart, and the sins are mine.

7. By God, if you had but glanced at me
I'd have rejoiced, as Jacob at the scent of Joseph.

8. I'd have been better not to gaze at your face,
Now darkened with reproof.