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I'd like to be a lion,
 I'd strive with all my might
To aid the weak and helpless,
 And to defend the right.
I'd teach the new commandment
 In such a novel way,
'Twould be an inspiration
 To folks for many a day.

I'd like to be a lion,
 As big as Samson slew;
I wonder if I'd grow as vain
 As some great lions do.
They say it often spoils a man
 To be considered great,
That only kingly souls can stand
 The test of high estate.

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