I could not love thee, Dear, so much, Loved I not Honour more.

Stone walls do not a prison make, Nor iron bars a cage; Minds innocent and quiet take That for an hermitage; If I have freedom in my love And in my soul am free, Angels alone, that soar above, Enjoy such liberty.

Stone walls do not a prison make,Nor iron bars a cage.

I could not love thee dear so much Loved I not honor more.

I could not love thee dear so much Loved I not honour more.

I could not love thee dear so much Loved I not honour more.

Stone walls do not a prison make Nor iron bars a cage Minds innocent and quiet take That for an hermitage.