Of course I am downcast and tremble
with pity for my state
when old age and wrinkles cover me,

when Eros flies about
and I pursue the glorious young.
Pick up your lyre

and sing to us of her who wears
violets on her breasts. Sing especially
of her who is wandering. (Sappho)

Of course I am downcast and tremble with pity for my state when old age and wrinkles cover me, when Eros flies about and I pursue the glorious young. Pick up your lyre and sing to us of her who wears violets on her breasts. Sing especially of her who is wandering.

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