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20 29. Planet Egoism. Did I not turn, a rolling cask, Ever about myself, I ask, How could I without burning run Close on the track of the hot sun? 30. The Neighbour. Too nigh, my friend my joy doth mar, I'd have him high above and far, Or how can he become my star? 31. The Disguised Saint. Lest we for thy bliss should slay thee, In devil's wiles thou dost array thee, Devil's wit and devil's dress. But in vain! Thy looks betray thee And proclaim thy holiness. 32. The Slave. A. He stands and listens: whence his pain? What smote his ears? Some far refrain? Why is his heart with anguish torn? B. Like all that fetters once have worn. He always hears the clinking—chain!