1. The world portrayed itself to us
And showed us lessons we can't forget

2. Whenever a nation rose high
Fate hastily reversed its fortune

3. It seeks renewal in the land of decay
God made transience its foundation

4. How many a poisoned morsel it has
The heart discerns from its touch

5. He who imprisons the world with his grasp
Has shackles no one can own

6. Oh how guarded it is, no one could
Protect it from demise's guard