From which my kingdom I may view.

Death. Leave those to build who list to build;

For thee thy span of life is filled.

Come in my ranks and tarry not,

We must to-day a measure tread;

’Twill cause thee small delight, I wot.

King. Yet will I yet for something pray;

This only wish do not gainsay:

If only thou wiltst let me live,

A beggar humble will I be;