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The Woman

I have already undressed;
    why should I get dressed again?
I have washed my feet;
    why should I get them dirty again?

My lover put his hand to the door,
    and I was thrilled that he was near.
    I was ready to let him come in.
My hands were covered with myrrh,
    my fingers with liquid myrrh,
    as I grasped the handle of the door.

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