And will digest the draught with ease.

He has swilled many a goodly glass before.

[The Witch, with many ceremonies, pours the beverage into a cup. While Faust brings it to his mouth a light flame arises.

Mephistopheles.

Come, quaff it boldly, without thinking!

The draught will make thy heart to burn with love.

Art with the Devil hand and glove,

And from a fire-spurt would’st be shrinking?

[The Witch looses the circle. Faust steps out.

Mephistopheles.