Such tempting spots as into vision come
While Soldiers, weary of the arms they wield
And sick at heart[50] of strifeful Christendom,
Gaze on the moon by parting clouds revealed.
[50] 1837.
While Soldiers, of the weapons that they wield
Weary, and sick of strifeful …
1835.
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Composed 1835.—Published 1835