Be emulous of him, and pomp disdain, }
And dare not to debase your soul to gain.[180] }
The silent stranger stood amazed to see
Contempt of wealth, and wilful poverty;
And, though ill habits are not soon controuled,
Awhile suspended her desire of gold.
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But civilly drew in her sharpened paws, }
Not violating hospitable laws, }
And pacified her tail, and licked her frothy jaws. }