My pole rests against the pillar of the firmament.

God lets it down, Muhammad receives it.

Six fathoms to the left, six fathoms to the right,

Do you, O family of three, assist in my maintenance.

May this be granted by God,’” etc.

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[323] Jĕrmal is another kind of fish-trap, different from the kelong. [↑]

[324] Denys, Descr. Dict. of Brit. Mal., s.v. Fire. [↑]

[325]

P’landok minta’ api,