1. When a man's fate is determined
You give him nothing more than what is allotted

2. He who knows excellence strives for it
And schemes to attain what is excellent

3. And did not exploit a praiseworthy deed for money
Even if it would encompass all his money

4. The most honorable of God's family
Are those who spread virtues among their family

5. Do you know who your true brother is?
Your brother is he who is patient with you and tolerates you

6. Your brother is he who seeks all good for you
And your friend is he who persists in his loyalty

7. When the forbearing one gets angry, flee from him
And when the ignoble one gets angry, pay him no heed

8. You have never seen one who praises a man of action
More eloquent than his actions

9. It is as if the eye did not see what transpired
And yet imagination still conjures up his image

10. The fastest that something declines is when
It is nearest to perfection