1. How strange that nations reach their peak,
Then their power and genius quickly leak.

2. O Easterner, your time has come and gone
While asleep, the West takes strides along.

3. The East, cradle of mankind, place of dawn,
Where the sun begins its daily yawn.

4. To its people goes the credit for guidance,
Yet they fell behind, their vision silencing.

5. Do not rely on the Franks who feign
Rule or profit while you they disdain.

6. Beware the sly and cunning knave
Who comes to you, yet to evil gave.

7. Endure the caprice of time, for it is
Like water, bitter, then sweetness, bliss.