To break my inner consciousness of self.
I recollect this time; and draw therefrom
The force now to oppose myself to thee.
(Ahriman withdraws with reluctant mien. Thunder.)
Maria:
Defeated he has had to leave the spot
Which Benedictus hath so often blessed.
But unto me hath been made manifest
How lightly souls may into error fall
Who give themselves unto the Spirit-voice