1. Abu Ja'far, the merit of a young man does not lie
In his excessive self-pride,

2. Nor in the elegance of his attire,
Nor in the cleanliness of his clothes.

3. Rather, it lies in his noble deeds,
And perilous feats, the most glorious.

4. I saw you covet acquiring wealth,
Yet ignore the extent of its obligations.

5. How can you wish to attain it,
Without utilizing its means?

6. If I were to grant it to you generously,
You would not be its first owner.

7. And if you sought it persistently,
You could not compel me to give it to you.

8. And if I gave it away as charity,
The poor would be more deserving of it.