Carefully Hermann's strength supported the maid that hung o'er him; But, not knowing the path and the rough-hewn steps that led down it, Missed she her footing, her ankle turned, and she surely had fallen, Had not the dexterous youth his arm outstretched in an instant, And his beloved upheld.

The love sublime and purified, That puts all dross of self aside To live for othersto uphold Before our own a brother's cause: This is the master power shall mould The nobler customs, higher laws!