Drove forth the prince in woods to stray.

In all thy search for Sítá he

Thy ready friend and help will be.

With him to aid thee in thy quest

Dismiss all sorrow from thy breast.

Time is a mighty power, and none

His fixed decree can change or shun.

So rich reward thy toil shall bless,

And naught can stay thy sure success.

Speed hence, O chief, without delay,