1. O neglecter of life, time has ups and downs
The judgment of events is difficult, not amenable

2. How many postponers when enabled
To tomorrow, while tomorrow is in the grip of the unseen

3. And starter of building, yet he demolishes it
And claimant of correctness, yet he missed the mark

4. So rouse life with concentration
And relieve worries with the sword of joy and play

5. And look at the cup in the hand of the cupbearer
Like silver carrying a melt of gold