SONG V. Self-mastery
Boethius · The Consolation of Philosophy · 47 of 90
SONG V.
Self-mastery.
Who on power sets his aim,First must his own spirit tame;
He must shun his neck to thrust
'Neath th' unholy yoke of lust.
For, though India's far-off land
Bow before his wide command,
Utmost Thule homage pay—
If he cannot drive away
Haunting care and black distress,
In his power, he's powerless.
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