Note 733 — Chapter VII · THE DUAL MOTHER RÔLE

Compare the symbolism in the hymn to Mary of Melk (12th century).

“Santa Maria,

Closed gate

Opened to God’s command—

Sealed fountain,

Barred garden,

Gate of Paradise.”

The same symbolism occurs in an erotic verse:

“Maiden, may I enter with you

Into your rose garden,

There, where the little red roses grow,

Those delicate and tender roses,

With a tree close by,

Whose leaves sway to and fro,

And a cool little brook

Which lies directly beneath it.”