That makes men bow, and flings a casting-net

About their souls, and that all men would go

And barter those poor flames—their spirits—only

You bribe them with the safety of your gold.

CATHLEEN.

Praise be to God, to Mary, and the angels,

That I am wealthy. Wherefore do they sell?

FIRST MERCHANT.

The demons give a hundred crowns and more

For a poor soul like his who lies asleep