Robes stiff with threads of gold,

The maids found soon, and satin shoon,

And lace in spices rolled.

They led the trembling beggar-maid

All gently up the stair,

Thro' golden doors with sills of flowers,

Into a chamber fair.

They loosed from her her faded gear;

They kissed her gentle face;

From head to feet clad her so sweet