Sol 5.6

  1. Glory’s implements are a reed pen and a keen sword;

    and the noble reap the fruits of gratitude.

  2. Whoever spends the night wakeful in pursuit of lofty glory

    is denied both the closing of his eyes and sleep.

  3. Of all things, the sweetest is what is forbidden;

    and the beauties’ chaste reserve makes passion sweet.

Sol 5.6