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Foul sins to others, whether it be

Or secretwise or openly.

Such people needs must be chastised.”

“Pardee! I fain would be advised

Concerning this famed Justice, who

Is held in such esteem by you.

Wilt thou then kindly indicate

Her nature, manners, and estate?”

“Say how.”

“Most willingly. Show forth,

I prithee, which hath more of worth.

Or Love or Justice? Pray declare

Which of the twain you judge most fair.”

“What love then speak’st thou of?”

“Why this

Whereof thou told’st but now, ywis,

For that sweet love which fills my soul

No judgment needs, ’tis pure and whole.”