In the depths of night where silence reigns, I wander through a dreamer's chains, Why must I wake, while he sows dreams, In fields where endless slumber streams? My prayers ascend to distant skies, Yet my God sleeps with open eyes, Why does He rest in tranquil hue, While I remain in wakeful rue? The stars above in shrouded glow, Whisper secrets I'll never know, Why must I stand upon this height, Alone in the eternal night?