1. If you wish to be shunned by all people
And be abandoned like the lost camels

2. And be looked upon with the eyes they looked with
At the elderly snakes, with harm and ugliness

3. Then ask them for money and status
Especially if you intend to praise them

4. Do not acquire anything but contentment, for it
Is the trade of a free man, never lacking profit

5. I have advised you, so accept or you will see
If you oppose me, what you miss of my advice