Deus est Deus pauperum.

Now passed the squire through this and that,

Till he came to where Sir Maltete sat,

And over red wine wagged his beard:

Then spoke the squire as one afeard.

Deus est Deus pauperum.

"Lord, give me grace, for privily

I have a little word for thee."

"Speak out," said Maltete, "have no fear,

For how can thy life to thee be dear?"