Weakness is the plunderer of Life,

Its womb is teeming with fears and lies.

Its soul is empty of virtues,

Its milk is a fattening for vices.

O man of sound judgement, beware! 1055

This spoiler is lurking in ambush.

Be not his dupe, if thou art wise:

Chameleon-like, he changes colour every moment.

Even by keen observers his form is not discerned:

Veils are thrown over his face. 1060