In the name of God, the Merciful, the Compassionate
God is Great - Muhammed is Prophet

Puthi
Teachings of the Elders

Saying 'bismillah' with pen in hand
 I write the first letter in God's name.
First, I acknowledge God's name
 second, I adore at the Prophet's feet.
Third, to Siddek and Umar and Usman
 at their feet I recite my poem.
Fourth, Hazrat Ali and Lady Fatima
 Hasan and Hussein I go on to extol.
The Holy Five and the Martyrs
 for the sake of the Faith they gave their lives.
God caused all these to be born as his holy people
 who can understand his wisdom?