In words of wisdom doth reveal to her.
I know that I shall find the greatest strength
Which can throw light on what the Fathers taught.
When from the gloom of self’s imaginings
With lowly heart submissive I can flee.
(Exit.)
(After an interval there appear on the meadow Cecilia and Thomas.)
Cecilia:
Dear brother, when in fervent ecstasy
Of silent prayer my soul did bow herself