1. Why did you not respond to the hostile enemy,
And accept the sincere friend's advice?

2. Now when you've filled my heart with yearning,
You followed it with injustice and despair.

3. And my soul longed for you with affection,
I savored it like gushing fresh water.

4. You dismissed my hopes after you brought them near,
And you will recall my righteousness when I'm corrupt.

5. How could the imam's morals change
From the words of one raging instead of my praises?

6. Each day I hope for justice from one
Who rushes to do me wrong with harsh words.

7. My embers, when you wish, lie dormant,
And when you want, flare up like leaping flames.

8. The fire's glow can be hidden from you
Until you stir it with fiery brands.