Bendik rode to Sølondo,
he wanted to see the maiden.
he was destined to never come back,
and therefore he had to die.
Åroililja, why do you sleep for so long?

He didn't stay in the Kings's mansion
for more than two moons,
he got involved with
the king's daughter with great passion.
Åroililja, why do you sleep for so long?

It was the king of Sølondo,
he struck his hand on the table.
"Bendik shall not survive even
for all the land in the world".
Åroililja, why do you sleep for so long?

South of the church Bendik was killed,
and in the high tower
the beautiful maiden's heart broke.
Åroililja, why do you sleep for so long?

Up from their graves two fair lillies grew,
they clung together
above the church roof,
condemning the king.
Åroililja, why do you sleep for so long?