Between his living and his teaching.

His flock at last rebellious grew:

“My friends,” he said, “the simple fact is,

Nor you nor I can both things do;

But I can preach—and you can practise.”

A Contrast

“Tell me,” said Laura, “what may be

The difference ’twixt a Clock and me.”

“Laura,” I cried, “Love prompts my powers

To do the task you’ve set them: