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François Villon’s Prayer
While the earth is still turning, while the light is still bright,
Lord, grant Thou to each man that which he lacks:
To the wise man grant brains, to the coward a steed,
Grant the lucky man money…And don’t forget about me.
While the earth is still turning,--Lord, it is in Thy power!--
Grant the man who wants power to rule to his heart’s content,
Grant the generous man a respite, if only to the end of the day,
To Cain grant repentence…And don’t forget about me.
All is in Thy power: I believe in Thy wisdom,
As the dead soldier believes he’s living in heaven,
As each ear believes Thy silent speeches,
As we ourselves believe, not knowing what we do.
Lord, my God, my green-eyed one!
While the earth is still turning, amazed it’s still turning,
While it still has time and fire,
Grant Thou a little to everyone…
And don’t forget about me.
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