Or mown in battle by the sword,

Like grass beneath the scythe. 50

Even I am weary in yon skies

To watch thy fading fire;

Test of all sumless agonies,

Behold not me expire.

My lips that speak thy dirge of death— 55

Their rounded gasp and gurgling breath

To see thou shalt not boast.

The eclipse of nature spreads my pall,—