Jeshurun's Mind: My Musings

This is an English translation of the Swahili poem: “Mausia Kwa Kila Kijana Mwanamke” on the Kiswahili na Mashairi's page. 

 

Words Of Wisdom To Every Young Woman

By Dennis Mbae

My sister whom I adore, receive my greetings,

Wherever you are, understand I care for you,

And so as I poet, my desire is great,

To inform you O woman, things that pertain to these times.

My sister be wise, the world indeed is a College,

And if you aren't smart, you won't get through it,

Let your daily desire, be honesty and faithfulness in all your dealings,

Life becomes very difficult, when you are not disciplined.

My sister I advise you, please preserve your body,

When young men show interest in you, don't give in too easily,

Don't be a loose woman, but remain a virgin,

Until you get married, when that time comes.

When you beautify yourself, with various beauty products,

Failing to beautify, your heart aint good,

For you'll attract a group of men, who will use you,

You be made fun of, after they impregnate you.

My sister if you don't have, a man of your dreams in your life,

May God remember you, and bring him to you,

But if you have him, guard your love relationship,

Glorify God with him, and He will establish both of you.

My sister work very hard, upon entering the classroom,

Stay away from quarrels, and undisciplined students,

Do what's expected of you, and pass your exams,

If you succeed in education, all your things will be easy.

My sister be wary, drug abuse is dangerous,

Addiction is damaging, of cigarettes and other substances,

Bhang destroys the body, cocaine does even worse,

Don't make strong drink your tower, rethink about using it.

My sister fear God, always put Him first,

Strive to do His will, and you'll be free from all evil,

He'll fill you will good things, and shower you with blessings,

You'll not afraid of pestilences, they will not come near you.

My sister you are precious, you are a very rare commodity,

Never look down on yourself, and conclude you aren't important,

Your worth my beloved sister, is far above rubies,

May you permanently write, these sayings on the tablet of your heart.