What has become of our great moment when
The love we veiled was daringly revealed —
You in my arms, O Heart — and one kiss sealed
The covenant? I, who among all men
Was weakest, gained forthwith the strength of ten;
And you for my sake instantly repealed
Your prayer for death, that you might live and yield
Me title to possess your spirit's ken.
We may not ever that dear bliss renew;
But what we found has entered into me —
A change of motive and a fairer view,
As though God whispered: “Henceforth thou shalt be
Strong to fulfil thy soul; rise up and make
Paths and a song in deserts for her sake!”