And, even as in ailments of the body, diseases follow closely upon dreads,
So, with infirmities of mind, is fear the pallid harbinger of failure.
It were wise to walk undaunted even in an accidental chaos,
For the brave man is at peace, and free to get the mastery of circumstance.
The stoutest armour of defence is that which is worn within the bosom,
And the weapon that no enemy can parry, is a bold and cheerful spirit:
Catapults in old war worked like Titans, crushing foes with rocks;
So doth a strong-springed heart throw back every load on its assailants.
I went heavily for cares, and fell into the trance of sorrow;
And behold, a vision in my trance, and my ministering angel brought it.