1. My dealings with people have increased my knowledge,
And he who has experienced days like mine has learned.
١. لَقَد زادَني بِالناس علماً تجاربي
وَمَن جَرَّبَ الأَيامَ مِثلي تَعلَّما
2. I and yearning for people's approval are at peace;
Like one seeking comfort midst the fiery hell.
٢. وَإِني وَتَطلابي مِن الناس راحَةً
لكالمبتغي وَسطَ الجَحيم تَنَعُّما
3. I shall detach myself until I have no companion left,
And keep to myself until no accuser appears.
٣. سَأَزهَدُ حَتى لا أَرى لي صاحِباً
وَأُنجِدُ حَتّى لا أُلاقيَ مُتهِما