(Endymion’s rival!), and her aid implore;
Now first implored in succour to the Muse.
Thou, who didst lately borrow[11] Cynthia’s form,
And modestly forego thine own! O thou, 30
Who didst thyself at midnight hours inspire!
Say, why not Cynthia patroness of song?
As thou her crescent, she thy character
Assumes; still more a goddess by the change.
Are there demurring wits, who dare dispute
This revolution in the world inspired?