lay
a short lyric or narrative poem intended to be sung
sublime
admirable; exalted; awe-inspiring
strains
notes of music
toil
hard work
devoid
lacking
benediction
a blessing
gleam
shine
banish
to expel, get rid of
gushed
poured forth in large amounts
wafted
carried or driven by the wind
bards
poets
akin
like; similar to
