initiation

How came I back to earth? I know not how,

Nor what hands led me, nor what words were said.

Now all things are made mine,—joy, sorrow; now

I know my purpose deep, and can refrain;

I walk among the living, not the dead;

My sight is purged; I love and pity men.

 

Edward Dowden / from 'The Initiation'

Done