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BY vain affections unenthralled, Though resolute when duty called To meet the world’s broad eye, Pure as the holiest cloistered nun That ever feared the tempting sun, Did Fermor live and die. This Tablet, hallowed by her name, One heart-relieving tear may claim; But if the pensive gloom Of fond regret be still thy choice, 10 Exalt thy spirit, hear the voice Of Jesus from her tomb! “I AM THE WAY, THE TRUTH, AND THE LIFE” 1824.