To a Lady

SWEET rois of vertew and of gentilness,
Delytsum lily of everie lustynes,
Richest in bontie and in bewtie clear,
And everie vertew that is wenit dear,
Unlesse that ye are mercyless

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Scottish poet and mystic, known for his vivid imagery and religious themes.

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