The fixed arithmic of the Universe,

Which meteth good for good and ill for ill,

Measure for measure, unto deeds, words, thoughts.

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“While still our Lord went on, teaching how fair

This earth were, if all living things be linked

In friendliness, and common use of foods,

Bloodless and pure; the golden grain, bright fruits,

Sweet herbs which grow for all, the waters wan,

Sufficient drinks and meats—which when these heard,