. . . . .

Esay, unto whom the spirit of prophecy

Was singularly given through the Holy Ghost

In this time prophesied that kings witterly,

And folk of strange nations from many a sundry coast,

That prince’s birth to magnify which of might is most

Should walk in great light, and brightness should appear

As did unto these kings in a bright star shining clear.

Herod (throwing his sword down).

Alas, what presumption should move that peevish page