1. Knowledge is a ladder to the heights,
And the knowledgeable strive to enjoy life.

2. Science is the adornment of its people among mankind.
Whether rich or poor, they are equal in it.

3. The sun shines in a bright day,
And the moon does not hide it in a dark night.

4. No pride in lineage for one who does not take pride
In knowledge - without it man is base.

5. The man of knowledge strives and attains what he seeks,
While others merely complain of their days.

6. When you rise early the slothful blame you,
Deeming your recitations mere singing.

7. Among people are those alive yet dead to purpose,
Whose slander cannot hurt.

8. Repel their ignorance with your knowledge.
Repelling ignorance with learning is wise.

9. Serve the land of which you are a son,
For lands thrive through their people.

10. Fill your heart with compassion for the grieved,
For the Merciful shows no mercy to the merciless.