Deceased forthwith, and went to heaven.

But as she went upon the way,

There followed her a certain guide,

And kindly to her he did say,

Where mean you, dame, for to abide?

I know you are the wife of Beith,

And would not then that you go wrong,

For I’m your friend, and will be leath

That you go through this narrow throng;

This way is broader, go with me,