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An eighth I know, that is to all Of greatest good to learn; When hatred grows among heroes' sons, I soon can set it right.

A ninth I know, if need there comes To shelter my ship on the flood; The wind I calm upon the waves, And the sea I put to sleep.

A tenth I know, what time I see House-riders flying on high; So can I work that wildly they go, Showing their true shapes, Hence to their own homes.

An eleventh I know, if needs I must lead To the fight my long-loved friends; I sing in the shields, and in strength they go Whole to the field of fight, Whole from the field of fight, And whole they come thence home.

A twelfth I know, if high on a tree I see a hanged man swing;