The tribute that I dedicate; and what

Could worthy be the greatness of thy name?

The gift is humble, the desire is rich;

And not sufficing more my sterile vein,

What I can give I offer. Prostrate thus,

On the rude altars he has raised, is wont

The husbandman to heap the simple fruits

Of his fields gather’d round; and offering them

To the high tutelar deity he adores,

Spreads them forth grateful, incenses and flowers.