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 The lawless idol of the Monarch's heart, Mary, obedient to her husband's will, Dwelt peaceful, from the proudly generous mind Of Agnes winning friendship. Soon the Maid Lov'd the mild Queen, and sojourning with her, Expects the solemn summons. Thro' the realm Meantime the King's convoking voice was heard, And from their palaces and monasteries Swarm'd forth the Doctors, men acute and deep, Grown grey in study; Priests and Bishops haste To Chinon.—Teachers wise and with high names, Seraphic, Subtile, or Irrefragable, By their admiring pupils dignified.

Nor to embrace the hour Neglects. She hastens from the English court, Where mad Ferocity led the holy war, Arm'd with the mitred helmet. By her side Inanely learn'd, came reverend , His