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Once in a lifetime, we may see the veil
 * Tremble and lift, that hides symbolic things;

The Spirit's vision, when the senses fail.
 * Sweeps the weird meaning that the outlook brings.

Deep in the midst of turmoil, it may be—
 * A crowded street, a forum, or a field,—

The soul inverts the telescope to see
 * To-day's event in future's years revealed.

Back from the present, let us look at Rome:
 * Behold, what Cato meant, what Brutus said.

Hark! the Athenians welcome Cimon home!
 * How clear they are those glimpses of the dead!