1. The poor man was distracted from those afflictions,
His soul departed and emptied from his body.

2. Indeed, I have been tasked with a wondrous matter,
I seek joy from the house of sorrow.

3. The poor man was weakened by those afflictions,
With the death of his soul and body.

4. Indeed, he was tasked with a wondrous thing,
It increased his misfortune and fulfilled his afflictions.

5. It is said "Gladden us" but happiness refuses
To come to me from the house of sorrow.