Deceitful powers must be obsessing me;
Oh, I implore thee—lend me aid … that I
May exorcise them.
Benedictus:
May exorcise them. Never shalt thou lack
What thou dost need of me at any time.
Maria:
I know how closely to my soul are knit
Johannes’ life and aims. A stony road
Of fate brought us together; and God’s will