And ignoring their religious duties.

Their eyes are without light, like the narcissus,

Their breasts devoid of spiritual wealth.

Preachers and Súfís, all worship worldliness alike; 1525

The prestige of the pure religion is ruined.

Our preacher fixed his eyes on the pagoda

And the mufti of the Faith sold his decision.

After this, O friends, what are we to do?

Our guide turns his face towards the wine-house. 1530

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