1. All return to the Merciful, His wonders never cease
Glory to Him whose name is exalted, though close He is unseen

2. For every soul departing and soul arriving
No fleeing his decree however far his flight

3. For every soul of youthful pride wrapped up in himself
Deceived by love of life though wise his own conceit

4. Now empty-handed stripped of all he thought to own
Another takes the spoils once held by him alone

5. O lover of this world, endless your toil and pain
A home you built, branches spread, their roots remain

6. It fell on some as lightning strikes the lofty peaks
While sparing those of lowly state, their safety seeks

7. If ants could fly, apocalypse would then be near
I milked fate's teat but all it gave was worthless whey

8. Shun the false riches of this world and its gold
Lest blinded by its glitter you should lose your soul

9. True merit lies in piety and moral strength
Conviction, faith, and conscience - these define his worth

10. Wisdom's adornment is the courtesy he shows
Perfection of his merit is the grace he knows

11. One origin alone though manifold our ways
Discretion guides your steps through life's perplexing maze

12. Look well before you act, foresee the consequence
Or blindly lead yourself into misfortune's dense