Nor, by this Emblem, are we taught alone,

That, (when great Vndertakings are intended)

We Sloth, and lumpish Drowsinesse must shunne;

But, Rashnesse, also, here is reprehended.

Take Counsell of thy Pillow, (saith our Sawe)

And, ere in waighty Matters thou proceede,

Consider well upon them; lest they draw

Some Afterclap, which may thy Mischiefe breede.

I, for my seriou'st Muses, chuse the Night;

(More friend to Meditation, then the Day)