1. For God's cause I dedicated my soul
To endure the agonies of passion in loving obedience

2. I suffer the burning thirst of one who is bent on mischief
If he dies not of frustration, he perishes of wonder

3. I singled him out, most gentle and tender in nature
Shaped mid zephyr and nectar-sweet smile

4. My heart insisted to love him alone
Defying advice and rebuke in equal measure

5. If death's arrow should close his eyes
I'd wish that heart to be mine, none other