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The barking of dogs is loud on every side: Where is the lion of the forest of Thy might, O Chastiser of the worlds? (215:1)

Coldness hath gripped all mankind: Where is the warmth of Thy love, O Fire of the worlds? (215:2)

Calamity hath reached its height: Where are the signs of Thy succor, O Salvation of the worlds? (215:3)

Darkness hath enveloped most of the peoples: Where is the brightness of Thy splendor, O Radiance of the worlds? (215:4)

The necks of men are stretched out in malice: Where are the swords of Thy vengeance, O Destroyer of the worlds? (215:5)

Abasement hath reached its lowest depth: Where are the emblems of Thy glory, O Glory of the worlds? (215:6)

Sorrows have afflicted the Revealer of Thy Name, the All- Merciful: Where is the joy of the Dayspring of Thy Revelation, O Delight of the worlds? (215:7)

Anguish hath befallen all the peoples of the earth: Where are the ensigns of Thy gladness, O Joy of the worlds? (215:8)

Thou seest the Dawning Place of Thy signs veiled by evil suggestions: Where are the fingers of Thy might, O Power of the worlds? (215:9)

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