1. Abu Tahir, O star on the horizon of my noble deeds,

    you appeared—lofty, precious in the eyes of beholders.

  2. If you purchased my praise with your wealth, however dearly,

    you would profit—may glory preserve you!—for it is not costly.

  3. Then what excuse have you for spending the night procrastinating,

    when it is with my own money that you buy my praise?

Sol 5.6