—What lure there is the pure cause purifies!

—Who purifies the victim of the lure?

—That soul which bids us our high light pursue.

—Some heights are measured down: the wary wise

Shun Reason in the masque with you!

XLIV.

—Sir, for the friend you bring us, take our thanks.

Yes, Beauty was of old this barren goal;

A thing with claws; and brute-like in her pranks!

But could she give more loyal guarantee