P. ii. 61

For the fortune of every fame

Schal of his ende bere a name.

And thus for oght is yit befalle,

An ydel man I wol me calle

As after myn entendement:

Bot upon youre amendement,

[The Confessor replies.]

Min holi fader, as you semeth,[1245]

Mi reson and my cause demeth. 1770