THE TEMPTATIONS OF SAINT ANTHONY
Off in the wilderness bare and level, Anthony wrestled with the Devil. Once he'd beaten the Devil down, Anthony'd turn his eyes toward town And leave his hermitage now and then To come to grips with the souls of men.
Afterwards, all the tales agree, Wrestling the Devil seemed to be Quite a relief to Anthony.
LESSON FOR BEGINNERS
Martin of Tours,
When he earned his shilling
Trooping the flags
Of the Roman Guard
Came on a poor
Aching and chilling
Beggar in rags
By the barracks yard.
Blind to his lack,...