1. I conceal what has befallen me, for I
Fear the gloating of envious foes -

2. If I say, "My enemies exult over me,"
They will say, "This is what we wanted."

3. Or if I say, "You have left me slain,"
They will say, "A love-slain man is a martyr."

4. I complain and weep, but he cares not,
As if his heart were made of iron.