I gaze, the while I aid implore;

Trembling upon the verge of fate,

Oh point my path ere yet too late!

I fain would gain the boon I ask,

Is mine the strength for such a task?

Canst thou unloose the links that bind,

Or vanquish powerful foes combined?

Then, show whate'er there lurks of art

Within thine own mysterious heart;

On thee I turn a hopeful eye,