Tutelage

It is not hard to find in present age The place which needs cultureʹs angelic sage.

Where dice and drink are both by law forbid, And women keep their bodies fully hid.

Although my body has a deep restless heart, Yet forbearsʹ wont no disgust can impart.

Although deprived of schoolʹs beneficial fount, On Bedouin’s wit and courage we can count

The wise ʹmong Franks this verdict declare, Of culture Arab lands are fully bare.