1. Bitterly grieving the spite of enemies,
His thoughts aspire to the heights of glory.

2. When enviers seek to harm a man,
His virtues and achievements adorn them.

3. If he becomes self-sufficient, he finds guidance in their need;
Yet the needy are not guided to him.

4. O you who find fault while fault fills your heart,
Consider awhile - you are not one I fear.

5. You were honored like a star in its rising,
But it declined on you, soaked you in its showers.