The Hymns of Orpheus · 9 of 91

To Fire.

IV. TO FIRE. The FUMIGATION from SAFFRON. O Ever untam'd Fire, who reign'st on high

In Jove's dominions ruler of the sky;

The glorious sun with dazzling lustre bright,

And moon and stars from thee derive their light;

All taming pow'r, ætherial shining fire, 5

Whose vivid blasts the heat of life inspire:

The world's best element, light-bearing pow'r,

With starry radiance shining, splendid flow'r,

O hear my suppliant pray'r, and may thy frame

Be ever innocent, serene, and tame. 10