Classic Poem

THE FOREGOING LINES PARAPHRASED

I.

Happy the man who, in thy sparkling eyes,
His am'rous wishes sees reflecting play;
Sees little laughing Cupids glancing rise,
And in soft-swimming languor die away.

II.

Still happier he to whom thy meanings roll
In sounds which Love, harmonious Love! inspire;
On his charm'd ear sits rapt his list'ning soul,
Till admiration form intense desire.

III.

Half-deity is he who warm may press
Thy lip soft-swelling to the kindling kiss;
And may that lip assentive warmth express,
Till love draw willing love to ardent bliss.

IV.

Circling thy waist, and circled in thy arms,
Who, melting on thy mutual-melting breast,
Entranc'd enjoys love's whole luxuriant charms,
Is all a god — is of all heav'n possest.