Mel Heliconium :: :: University of Virginia Library

He that would safely passe black Acheron,
And scape the dangers of hot Phlegeton,
Must carry with him Wisdoms golden rod,
Sybill must guide him; thats advice from God:
So shall he not fear dangers, nor miscarry,
When Styx he crosseth in old Charons wherry.
What strength of Towns, or Castles can withstand
Sibyllas head-peece, and a golden hand.
But yet, beware of gold, I would advise thee;
For gold ill got, will down to Hell intice thee.
And if thou wouldst true gold and wisdom finde,
Seek after Christ, and on him fix thy minde.
Be chaste like Doves, and let Gods Word instruct thee,
There are the Doves which will to Christ conduct thee.
If Kings will fear great Jove who reigns above,
Then Vulcan, Neptune, Mercury, and Love
Shall serve them; Juno's spight shall not destroy them,
Nor Æolus with all his breath annoy them.