A Prayer of Mechthild of Magdeburg

I would die gladly of love

if I could.

I have seen clearly with my own eyes

Him whom I love

standing in my soul.

The bride who takes her Lover in–

never needs to go very far.

–St. Mechthild of Magdeburg (13th century)

 

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