The abyss of crime (though not of such crime), I,

Having seen the innocent oppressed for me,

May doubt even of the guilty's guilt. Your heart

Is free, and quick with virtuous wrath to accuse

Appearances; and views a criminal

In Innocence's shadow, it may be,110

Because 'tis dusky.

Ulr.‍And if I do so,

What will mankind, who know you not, or knew

But to oppress? You must not stand the hazard.