  EMERALD, ruby, amethyst, Sardius, beryl, topaz, jade; All the ramparts round high Heaven Of these shining stones are made. But to beggars who must trudge Parched roads with weary feet, God has flung His jewels down In the very city street. In this meager dusty square Lindens bud in emerald mist Lilacs burdened with perfume Bloom in heavenly amethyst. Here is water crystal clear, Virgin jade is not more green. At the pool’s edge Judas trees Starred with ruby blossoms lean. Emerald, topaz, amethyst, Glittering unearthly bright, Scattered by the hand of God, Beryl, sardius, chrysolite. |
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