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This poem by Abu al-Ala al-Ma'arri critiques the human tendency towards competition and materialism. He suggests that without the drive for competition, many of the world's constructs, like books and structures, would not exist. He criticizes the superficiality of speech that appears ornate but lacks substance, indicating that such words can deceive and weaken perception without providing any true support or foundation. Al-Ma'arri advises to leave those who are engrossed in worldly matters, as they are distracted by them, and instead, rely on the Self-Sufficient, the Eternal (a reference to God), who is sufficient for one's needs. This reflects his philosophical skepticism and disdain for the superficial pursuits of the material world.