The Commentary of Al-Qasidah — Page 16
16 The commentary of al-Qa si dah They had no worry but the thought of pretty, singing women; Or of wine and wine pots. They were eager to violate peace and order due to their ignorance ; And were quite pleased to live in dirt and filth. Due to ignorance, two were the major faults they were known by : the obstinacy of a donkey and the ferocity of the wolf. It was then O sun of guidance that you arose on the horizon, To give them light and benevolence with your lustrous face.