Verses with four strings
Always bring me consolation
When I am in
Pain and tribulation.
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Like a spark from flint
In tribulation a verse lights,
-in a completely mysterious manner-
From the heart it ignites.
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When tribulations are many
And obstacles are taller
Verses—by a miracle—
Pour forth hotter!
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Warmth from within,
From the heart springing,
Awakens me always,
Most sweet verses singing.
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When pain destroys me
And strength runs dry,
In unending lines
My verses cry.
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Yet when I feel joy
And my spirit lighting,
Then my heart dances,
In verse doxologizing!
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If ever you wish to know
O beloved reader,
What my heart felt,
From my verses you will discover!