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Sire,

Relax, I pray, such vehement desire!

First let us see the motley, joyous show!

A mind distraught conducts not to the goal.

First must we calmness win through self-control,

Through things above deserve what lies below.

Who seeks for goodness, must himself be good;

Who seeks for joy, must moderate his blood;

Who wine desires, the luscious grape must press;

Who craveth miracles, more faith possess.