Wünsche [English translation]

I wish

For a warmer heart and more courageuous,

So I don't fear the crushing powers that be,

To, with wisdom, hold myself apart from the conflicts of the world.

I wish

For a more open ear, more compassionate,

So I don't become insensitive, deaf, and indifferent,

In the face of the appeals of the condemned of this earth.

I wish

For a clearer conscience and more aware,

That never compromises, that warns me every day and everywhere,

Where lies are disguised as truth.

I wish

For more patience, insight, and poise,

So I can recognize the invincibility of hate and stupidity,

So I don't fight them all alone, blinded by anger.

I wish

For a stronger hand, more fortunate,

The strength to overcome my inertia, again and again,

So whatever I start I will eventually finish.

The strength to overcome my inertia, again and again,

So whatever I start I will eventually finish.