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Yes, 'tis they, their branches rearing,

Hoary lindens, strong in age;—

There I find them, reappearing,

After my long pilgrimage!

'Tis the very spot;—how gladly

Yonder hut once more I see,

By the billows raging madly,

Cast ashore, which sheltered me!

My old hosts, I fain would greet them,

Helpful they, an honest pair;

May I hope today to meet them?

Even then they aged were.

Worthy folk, in God believing!

Shall I knock? or raise my voice?

Hail to you if, guest receiving,

In good deeds ye still rejoice!

BAUCIS (a very aged woman)

Stranger dear, beware of breaking

My dear husband's sweet repose!

Strength for brief and feeble waking

Lengthened sleep on age bestows.