View from the Big Hills

  I am filled with the seed Of thy noble spirit, A glowing spark That is embedded Deep in matter; For thou hast set The soul in the world, And hast, O my ruler, Through this soul, Set my spirit in my body. Kindle therefore, O my Lord, Lights that will lead me on high, Let the brightness shine forth And blaze as a fire. Magnify the tiny spark Within the crown Of my head. Synesius of Cyrene (c.370-c.413)