Remember you may yet be poor,
Neglected and alone!
But, oh! remember this broad truth,
Ere others’ faults you scan,[145]
Your wealth may make a thousand fools—
But virtue makes the man.
[136] Mis’-sion, errand; business.
[137] Wreathe, entwine.
[138] Lau’-rels, flowers for garlands.
[139] Aim, purpose; intention.