Through thee they will first learn to know themselves.
But now the road is still close barred for them
Which leads into the realm of earthly things.
Strader:
Whatever else thy words may say to me,
They show me that my lot is loneliness.
And this it is must truly forge my sword.
Maria told me this at mine abyss.
(Benedictus and Maria retire a little way; Strader remains alone; the soul of Theodora appears.)
Theodora’s Soul: