English poem
SONG. (Passion is a torrent rude)
by Anonymous
Passion is a torrent rude, Which rapid bears down ev'ry height, A turbulent, unruly flood, Which with the ocean would unite.
Reason's a fountain, clam, serene, Which near gay fields, and laughing bow'rs, While it reflects th' enchanting scene, Is borne among a bed of flowers.
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