1. You judged with love's rule, O neighbors of the people's heart
And replaced nearness to your abode with my remoteness

2. Yet I have no means of solace, though I love you
The treasures of your actions filled my heart

3. And I have no beauty but love of your beauty
And my excuse is my passion for you, so excuse me without reproach

4. If my sin to you all is my yearning for you
Take my good deeds and leave me with my sin