I ran here and I ran there,
And even for a moment
rested not I anywhere.
I had the riches and all the fun
Basking under a robust sun,
I knew pain nowhere
and reaped joy everywhere.
I needed none to lend me a hand
Nor by my side to stand,
No shoulder I sought upon to cry
There was no task I would not try,
To grab wealth I would not shy
Nor faltered a bit to cheat and lie,
With unfettered passion to win
I forsook my own kith and kin.
Favored by fate, I was awestruck
Until Time’s heavy hand struck!
My body gave up the strife,
My spirit longed for a quiet life—
But Life turned its back on me
Oh my folly, it made me see,
He who is at peace with his share
Leaving the worldly woes in God's care,
He who is driven not by his whims
Happy is he, life is good to him!
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