Awaking from the thrall of deepest dreams

Anton von Webern

Awaking from the thrall of deepest dreams

As if from long reflection,

he leant' to the pale lips.

Offering her only great tenderness.

She gratefully responded to his ardor

And they embraced then with such passion,

She offered answers against highest hopes

That he, still doubting, yielded to.

O how the blissful minutes flow!