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The Magic Flute

Help me, or I am lost

There is no escape from this serpent

Closer and closer it comes

Someone help me!

Die, monster by our power

Victory!

Our heroic deed is accomplished

Our courage has saved him

He's a handsome youth

I've never seen such a fine-looking man

As lovely as a picture

If I Were to love anyone...

...it would be this young man

Let's hurry to our Queen...

...and tell her our news

This may be the man...

...to restore her peace of mind

I'll stay here while you go and tell her

No, you go. I shall watch over him

No, I'll guard him on my own

- I'll stay here - I'll watch over him

I'll stay

No, I shall

Why should I go?

It's a ploy

She wants to be alone with him

That cannot be

I'd give anything to be with this young man

If only I had him to myself

But no one will leave, so it cannot be

It's best if I go now

You charming young man, farewell...

...until We meet again

Where am I?

Am I only dreaming I'm still alive?

Has a higher power saved me? What is that?

I'm the merry bird-catcher

A familiar sight to young and old

I know how to set a trap and whistle like a bird

I can be happy and cheerful...

...for all the birds belong to me

If I had a net for girls I'd catch them by the dozen

I'd keep them by me in a cage...

...and they'd all be mine

If all the girls Were mine...

...I'd swap them for sugar

I'd give the sugar to the one I loved the best

If she gave me a loving kiss we'd be man and wife

She'd sleep at my side...

...and I'd cradle her like a child

Tell me, who are you?

Me? Silly question. I'm a human being like you

What if I asked who you Were?

I'd answer that I am of princely blood

That's beyond me!

My father rules many lands and peoples...

...so I am called a prince

Lands, peoples, prince?

Does that mean there are more people on the other side of these mountains?

- Thousands and thousands - Then I can sell more of my birds

I catch all kinds of birds...

...for the blazing star queen and her maidens

They reward me every day with food and drink

Blazing star queen? Could that be the Queen of Night?

Have you been lucky enough to see this goddess of the night?

See? See the blazing star queen?

What mortal eyes have ever seen through her Web of dark veils?

Why are you looking at me so suspiciously?

Were you really the man who saved me...

from that poisonous snake?

Snake?

- But you have no Weapons - Don't need any

A twist of the hand is all it takes

So did you strangle it?

Strangled!

Papageno!

- Who are these ladies? - I don't really know myself

I only know that every day they take my birds...

...and give me wine, cakes and sweet figs in return

Lovely ladies, here are my birds

Instead of wine...

...for the first time the Queen sends you pure, clear water

Instead of cake, this stone

And instead of sweet figs, this padlock for your mouth

So that you don't lie to strangers in future

So that you don't claim others' heroic deeds as your own

Speak up, did you fight this snake?

Young man, We rescued you

Don't be afraid, you will be blessed with happiness

- Our Queen sends you this painting - It is her daughter's portrait

If you are moved by what you see...

...then honour and good fortune await you

The beauty of this portrait has captured my heart

Something stirs in my heart when I look at this heavenly face

I can't say what it is but it burns me like a flame

Can this be love?

Yes, it is love

If I could find her, if she Were standing before me...

...with pure-hearted devotion I would...

...I would what?

In rapture I would press her to my breast

Then she would be mine forever

Nothing stands in the way of your happiness

The Queen has heard your every word

She has seen into your heart

She said, "If this young man's courage is the equal of his love...

"...then my daughter will surely be rescued"

- Rescued? - An evil demon has kidnapped Pamina

One lovely day in May she was sitting alone in the cypress grove...

...when Sarastro crept in, unseen

He lives nearby but his castle is closely guarded

Come, maidens, lead me there. I swear on my life to rescue Pamina

What's that?

Don't be afraid! That heralds our Queen's arrival

My dear son, do not be afraid

You are innocent, upright and wise

A man like you can best console a mother's grief-stricken heart

I am condemned to grief since my daughter has gone

All happiness disappeared with her

An evil man stole her from me

I can still see the way she shook with fear...

...and how hopelessly she struggled

I had to witness her abduction

"Help me!" was all she said

She pleaded in vain for I was too Weak to help

You will go and rescue her

You are the man to save my daughter

If I see you triumph then she will be yours forever

Did I imagine everything?

What a punishment! He can no longer speak

All I can do is offer my sympathy, for I am powerless to help

The Queen has pardoned you

- Now Papageno can chatter again - Chatter, but not lie

- I'll never tell a lie again - Let this be a warning to you

If every liar had a padlock on his mouth...

...hatred and slander would give way to love and friendship

Prince, accept this gift from our Queen

The magic flute will protect you...

...and support you in adversity

You will have the power to change men's hearts

The downcast will smile...

...the loveless will love

A flute like this is beyond price...

...for it can bring peace on earth

Fair ladies, allow me to take my leave

You may, but the Queen commands you...

...to go with the prince to Sarastro's castle

No, thanks!

You said that he's a beast

I'm sure he'll have me plucked, roasted and fed to the dogs

The prince will protect you and you must serve him

The prince can go to the devil

I'd like to go on living

I'm sure he'll sneak away from me

Take this treasure

- What's inside? - A set of chiming bells

Shall I be able to play them too?

Of course

Silver bells and a magic flute protect from danger

Farewell...

...until We meet again

Can you tell us, fair ladies...

...where to find the castle?

Three boys, fair and wise...

...will journey with you

As they lead you on your way...

...follow only their advice

- Pretty little dove, come to me - Oh, what torture

- Your life is over - I'm not afraid of death

I am sad only for my mother

She will surely die of grief

Slaves, tie her up! My hatred will destroy you

Let me die, you monster, if nothing can touch your heart

Away!

Leave me alone with her

I wonder where I am

Someone's there. I'll be brave and go ahead

Pretty lady, with the chalk-white face

That must be the devil

Have mercy!

Spare me!

- Who are you? - The blazing star queen sent me

My mother! What's your name?

I've heard of you, but never seen you

- Nor I you - Then do you know my loving mother?

If you are the blazing star queen's daughter, then yes

- That is who I am - I'll just check

Dark eyes, correct

Lips, red

Hair? Yes, hair

Everything matches except the hands and feet

That's my picture. How did you come by it?

I was just about to hand over my birds...

...when I came across a man who called himself prince

Your mother was so taken with this prince...

...that she sent him your portrait and commanded him to rescue you

His decision was as instant as his love for you

Is he in love with me?

You've been very brave. If Sarastro...

- What time is it? - Nearly nightfall

Then there's no time to lose

Sarastro usually returns from hunting around this time

- Wasn't that Sarastro? - No, Monostatos. Let's go

What if this is a trap...

...and this man is one of Sarastro's evil spirits?

An evil spirit? I'm the nicest spirit in the world

Forgive me, I can see you have a kind heart

That's not much good to me when I still don't have a Papagena

Don't you have a wife?

Not even a girlfriend, let alone a wife

Be patient, and Heaven will look after you...

...and send you a girlfriend sooner than you think

If Heaven could hurry up

If you can feel love then you must have a kind heart

It is a woman's duty to share this natural feeling

We all long for love, for love is the reason for living

Everything that lives makes sacrifices for love

It stands at the centre of the circle of life

This lofty goal clearly shows...

...that nothing is more noble than man and woman

Godliness is the goal to which man and woman strive

This is the path to your goal, but you must battle like a man

Listen to our words:

Be steadfast, patient and impassive

Tell me if I shall succeed in rescuing Pamina

We cannot reveal that. Be steadfast, patient and impassive

Simply be a man

Then you will triumph manfully

May their words be engraved forever upon my heart

Where am I?

Is this the home of the gods?

The signs are that wisdom, industry and art abide here

In the realm of diligence, evil is disarmed

Fearlessly I go forward

My aim is noble, honourable and pure

Tremble, villain

My task is to save Pamina

Stand back!

Stand back?

Then I'll try my luck here

- Stand back - Here too I'm turned back

Here is another door

Perhaps I'll find a way in

Stranger, what are you seeking on this holy ground?

The reward for love and virtue

These are lofty words

Yet how will you find such things?

You are not led by love and virtue but by death and anger

- Anger against an evil man - You will not find him here

Does Sarastro reign here?

Yes, Sarastro reigns here

But not in the Temple of Wisdom

He reigns in the Temple of Wisdom

So it is all hypocrisy

Will you leave so soon?

I shall leave, happy and free and never see your temple

Say what you mean. You have been misled

Sarastro lives here, that is enough for me

If you love your life, stay and speak

- Do you hate Sarastro? - I hate him for eternity

Tell me why

He is a monster, a tyrant

What proof is there?

The proof lies in an unhappy woman's grief

Has a woman bewitched you?

Women do little and talk a lot

Do you believe what they say?

Let Sarastro show you his purpose

His purpose is all too clear

Did he not snatch Pamina from her mother?

That is true

Where is she, whom he stole from us?

Has she been sacrificed?

I am not yet permitted to tell you this

Explain, don't trick me

I am sworn to silence

When will all be clear?

When you take the hand of friendship...

...and join the eternal brotherhood

When will this endless night be over?

When will my eyes see the light?

Soon, young man...

...or never

Soon or never?

Unseen voices, tell me if Pamina is alive

Pamina is still alive

She's alive! Thank you

If only every note I play...

...could tell of the gratitude...

...that springs from my heart

What power is in your magic music...

...if even wild beasts are charmed

Yet Pamina alone does not come

Pamina, hear me

In vain

Where can I find you?

That's Papageno's tune

Perhaps he's already seen her

Perhaps he's bringing her here

Perhaps the tune will lead me to her

Swift feet and brave hearts will save us from the enemy

Unless we find Tamino they'll catch us again

Fair youth!

No, here's a better way

What joy!

Tamino has heard us and played in reply

Let's hurry to find him

Hurry, hurry, hurry

I've caught you!

Bring the manacles!

I'll teach you some manners

Trick Monostatos?

Slaves, bring the chains

We're done for

Fortune favours the bold

Let the chimes ring and make their ears hum

What a lovely tune!

I've never heard anything like it

If everyone had chimes like these...

...his enemies would vanish

Then he would live in true harmony

The harmony of friendship is what soothes our troubles

Without this accord there can be no happiness on earth

Long live Sarastro!

What can that be? I'm frightened

Now we're in trouble. Sarastro is coming

If I were a mouse, I'd run and hide

If I were as small as a snail I'd creep into my house

What shall We say?

The truth...

...even if We have done wrong

Long live Sarastro!

We joyfully give ourselves to him

May he always live in wisdom

He is the one We worship and revere

Lord, I am guilty

I wished to escape your rule

But I am not to blame

Monostatos craved love...

...so I ran away

Rise, and have no fear...

...for I know what is in your heart

You love another

I would not compel you to love, but I shall not set you free

I have a duty to my mother

She is in my power

All joy would leave you if I released you into her hands

A mother's name is sweet to hear

She is mine

She is a woman of pride

A man must guide your heart

Without a man a woman cannot fulfil her destiny

Come here, proud young man, here is our master, Sarastro

- It is he - It is she

I can hardly believe it

It is she. It's not a dream

- I embrace him - I embrace her

No matter if this means death

Such insolence! Separate them at once

I bend the knee before you

Make the sinner repent

He tried to use this strange bird...

...to steal Pamina from you. But I was able to find him

You know how vigilant I am

You will be well rewarded

Give this gentleman...

Your favour is reward enough

No more than seventy-seven strokes

I had not hoped for that

Do not thank me, it is my duty

Long live the wise Sarastro! He justly rewards and punishes

Lead these two strangers into the Temple of Trials

Cover their heads...

...for first they must be purified

When virtue and justice mark the path of great men...

...then earth is a kingdom of heaven...

...and mortals become divine

You who are dedicated to the great gods Osiris and Isis...

...know that our gathering today is of great solemnity

Tamino is waiting at the gate of our temple

He wishes to tear the veil of darkness and look into the light

Let your duty today...

...be to offer him the hand of friendship and guard this man of virtue

- Is he virtuous? - He is

- Humble? - He is

- Charitable? - He is

Do you consider him worthy?

The gods have chosen for Tamino the gentle, virtuous Pamina

This is why I took her away from her proud mother

This woman believes in her own greatness

She hopes to use deception and superstition...

...to ensnare the people and destroy our temple

She must be stopped

Tamino will make us stronger...

...and when he has joined us he will punish this wickedness

We acknowledge the wisdom of your words...

...but, if I may be so bold...

...will Tamino be strong enough for the trials that await him?

- He is a Prince - More than that...

...he is a man

But what if he should lose his life?

Carry out your sacred task...

...and teach the duty of mankind

Teach them to recognise the might of the gods

Isis and Osiris, grant wisdom to the young couple

You guide the wanderers' steps

Fortify them with patience

Allow them to see the fruits of their ordeal

If they should go to their deaths...

...reward their courage and Welcome them into your home

You stand before the temple where your courage will be tested

You can still withdraw. One step more and it will be too late

May wisdom be my victory, Pamina my reward

Will you submit to every trial?

Every one

Your hand

Are you also prepared to struggle to attain wisdom?

No thanks. Struggling isn't for me

I don't actually want any wisdom either

I'm a simple man...

...happy with sleeping, eating and drinking

Now if I could find a nice little wife...

You will never find her if you do not undergo our trials

What do these trials involve?

Submitting to all our laws without flinching from death

I'll stay single

What if Sarastro had a girl for you who was exactly like you?

Like me? Is she young?

Young and beautiful

What's her name?

I wouldn't mind a look at her, just out of curiosity

You can see her, but not say a word. Can you keep silent?

Yes, I can keep silent

Your hand. You shall see her

Your trials have begun

The first duty of the Initiates...

...is to beware the wiles of women

Many wise men have let themselves be taken in

They have found their trust repaid with rejection

They wrung their hands in vain

Death and despair Were their reward

Bring some light over here!

Well, that's great!

Be patient, and consider this the will of the gods

What are you doing in this terrible place?

You'll never get out of here

Tamino, you're going to die

Papageno, you are lost

- No, that's going too far - Papageno, will you be quiet!

Are you going to break your vow not to talk to women?

- They said We're done for - I said, be quiet!

I'm always being told to be quiet

The Queen is close at hand. She has crept into the temple

- In the temple? - Keep silent

Can't you keep your promise?

Tamino, you are doomed

Think of the Queen

Rumours abound about these false priests

A wise man does not listen to what the rabble has to say

They say that if you join them you go straight to hell

To the devil! Outrageous!

Tell me, Tamino: is that true?

The invention of hypocrites, repeated by women

The Queen says it too

She thinks like a woman

Be quiet, my word should be enough

Think of your duty and use your head

Why are you so unfriendly?

Papageno is saying nothing either

I'd like to...

Silence!

You see I can't...

I'm ashamed that I can't stop blabbing

Yes, you should be ashamed

We must leave them

Neither one will talk

A resolute man thinks before he speaks

Our sanctuary has been profaned. Send these women down to hell

Young man, your resolve has triumphed

Come onward on our journey

On your feet, Papageno

I've fainted

Pull yourself together and act like a man

If there's a Papagena for me...

...what's the point of all this danger?

I must lead you onward

All men respond to the pleasures of love

Why shouldn't I just because no one likes my face?

Don't I have a heart?

Am I not made of flesh and blood?

It would be hell to spend my life without a woman to love

I long for some tenderness

I have a lovely woman in mind

She is beautiful, I must kiss her.

Moon, turn away

If you don't like what you see...

...then shut your eyes

Mother?

Mother!

Where is the young man I sent to you?

He has renounced the world for ever...

...and joined the Initiated

The Initiated?

Unhappy daughter, now you are lost to me for ever

Lost?

Let us run away, mother. If you protect me I can face any danger

My dear child, I can no longer protect you

My power came to an end when your father died

Your father gave the Sevenfold Circle of the Sun to the Initiated

He said to me:

"My wife, my final hour has come

"I leave all my riches to you and your daughter

"But Sarastro will guard the Circle of the Sun as resolutely as I have done

"Do not seek what is beyond a woman's grasp

"Your duty is to place yourself and your daughter...

"...under a wise man's guidance"

Then I have lost the young man for ever

Lost!

Do you see this blade?

It has been sharpened for Sarastro

You are to kill him and bring me the Circle of the Sun

- But mother! - Not another word

My heart is on fire with all the vengeance of hell

Death and despair blaze around me

Unless you put Sarastro to death...

...you are no longer my daughter

You will be forsaken for ever...

...all ties of nature severed, unless you kill Sarastro

Gods of vengeance, hear a mother's vow

Am I to commit murder?

I cannot. What should I do?

Place your trust in me

Is it my love you fear, or your murderous intent?

- You know about it? - I know it all

There is only one way to save yourself and your mother

- What would that be? - To give your love to me

Then your life is over

Master, they vowed to kill you. I wanted to avenge you

I know only too Well that your soul...

Away with you!

This thing of darkness I acknowledge mine

Do not punish my mother

Have no fear

You will see how I take vengeance on your mother

In this sacred place vengeance is unknown

If a man succumbs, love restores him to his duty

Then, led by friendship, he joyfully enters a better land

Within these sacred walls, where hearts are filled with love...

...there can be no traitors, for We forgive our enemies

Those who resist this faith bring shame upon humanity

We leave you both here

Remember to keep silent

Those who break the rule of silence here...

...are punished by the gods with thunder and lightning

Goodbye!

This is a lot of fun!

I wish I Were in my straw hut or in the woods

At least then I'd hear some birdsong

I'll just have to talk to myself

We can talk to each other. We're men, after all

They don't even give you a drop of water...

...let alone anything else

- Is that for me? - Yes, my angel

Water! Firewater!

Is this how you look after all your guests?

I bet you don't get many guests then

Very few

I can imagine

Sit down with me. I have plenty of time on my hands

- Tell me, how old are you? - Eighteen years and two minutes

You young angel! Do you have a boyfriend?

- Certainly do! - Is he the same age?

No, he's about ten years older

That must be true love

- What's his name? - Papageno

So where is this Papageno?

- Right here, my angel - Am I your boyfriend?

What are you called then?

I'm called Papagena

I'll certainly keep my mouth shut now

Once more We Welcome you in Sarastro's realm

He returns the flute and chimes...

...that Were taken from you

If you enjoy this food then eat your fill

At our third meeting great joy will reward your courage

Be brave, Tamino

Your goal is not far off

Papageno, keep silent

Tamino, shall we have something to eat?

You play, I'll eat

Tamino, you are here?

I heard your flute, and ran toward the sound

Are you down-hearted?

Have you nothing to say to your Pamina?

Am I to leave you alone? Don't you love me any more?

Don't you love me?

Papageno, tell me what the matter is

My only, beloved Tamino

This is worse than death

I feel the happiness of love has vanished forever

My heart will never know happiness again

Look, beloved Tamino, my tears fall for you alone

If there is no love in your heart...

...then I shall find peace in death

See, I can keep my mouth shut too, when I need to

When it comes to it...

...I can be a man, too

O Isis and Osiris, what joy!

The radiant sun will chase away the sombre night

Soon the noble youth will feel reborn

Soon he will be one of us

He is bold and pure of heart

Soon he will be worthy of us

Prince, you have shown manly resolve

Now there are two paths full of danger that you must follow

Bring Pamina

Where am I?

What is this terrifying silence?

- Where is Tamino? - He is waiting to bid a final farewell

- Tamino - Stand back

- Shall I never see you again? - You will greet each other in joy

Terrible dangers await you

May the gods watch over me

The thought that you will not survive fills me with dread

The gods' will be done, their bidding is a command

If you loved as I love, you would not be so distant

I feel just as you...

...and shall be true to you for ever

- The time has come to bid farewell - What pain it is to part

- Tamino must go - Pamina, I must go

- Farewell - Hurry on your way

- The time has come - May We find happiness once more

Farewell

We three shall meet again

Are you going to leave me all alone?

If only I knew where I was and how I got here!

You deserve to wander forever in the dark caverns of the earth...

...but the gods have spared you

Now you will never share...

...in the divine joys of the Initiated

Well, there are plenty more people like me

Now what I'd love is a nice glass of wine

- Do you wish for nothing else? - Not so far

You will be served

That was quick!

I'm so happy I could fly up to the sun, if I had wings

I feel all warm inside

What I'd really like is... What would I like?

Papageno would like a little wife for himself

Someone warm and tender would be bliss for me

I'd feel like a prince and eat and drink my fill

I could live like a wise man and feel I was in heaven

Isn't there one single girl who finds me attractive?

If no one will help me, I'll surely die of grief

If no one will love me, the flame of love will kill me

A kiss from a woman's lips would bring me back to life

Here I am, my angel

Have you taken pity on me?

- Yes, my angel - That's a stroke of luck

If you promise to be true to me for ever...

...then you'll see how tenderly your wife will love you

Not so fast, young angel. This requires some thought

Take my advice. Don't hesitate

Give me your hand, or you'll be imprisoned here for ever

- Imprisoned? - You'll have bread and water every day

You'll have to live without friends and renounce the world

Drink water?

Renounce the world?

I'd rather have an old lady than none at all

You have my hand and the guarantee...

...that I'll be true for ever... until I find someone nicer

- Is that a promise? - It's a promise

On your way, young woman. He is not yet worthy of you

Stand back

Let the earth swallow me first

The rising sun heralds the coming dawn

Superstition must be swept away and wisdom triumph

May peace descend and enter human hearts

Earth will join the kingdom of heaven and mortals be like the gods

See, Pamina is in distress

Where is she?

She's troubled by her rejection. Let us console her

I'm concerned about her fate. If only her young man Were here

She is coming

We'll stand back and watch what she does

Shall I give my life to you? You will end my pain

What is she saying?

She is losing her mind

Patience, I am yours. Soon we shall be united

Her mind is in turmoil. She means to kill herself

Fair maiden, look at us

I want to die, because the man I can never hate...

...has left his beloved

My mother gave me this

God will punish your suicide

Better to die like this...

...than be destroyed by sorrow

Mother, your curse pursues me

Will you come with us?

Is there no end to my grief?

Farewell, deceitful man. You have ended Pamina's life

- Let this blade kill me - Stop!

It would kill him if he saw this...

...for he loves only you

If he loves me, why did he turn away from me?

Why did he not speak to me?

We may not tell you, but We shall show him to you

You will see that for you he braves death

- Let us go to him - Lead me to him

Human frailty cannot keep two loving hearts apart

The enemy toils in vain, for the gods protect those who love

The man who carries his burden along this path...

...is purified by fire, water, air and earth

If he can conquer the fear of death...

...he will ascend into heaven

Enlightenment will come upon him...

...and he can dedicate himself to Isis

Death does not deflect me from the path of virtue

Open wide the gates of terror and let me set forth

Stop, Tamino

- I must see you - Is that Pamina's voice?

Yes, it's Pamina's voice

Now she can accompany me, no fate can part us...

...even if death is what awaits us

May I speak to her?

You may speak to her

What joy to see her again, to walk together into the temple

A woman unafraid of night and death...

...is worthy to join the Initiates

My Tamino! What joy

My Pamina! What joy

These are the gates of terror that threaten danger and death

I shall never leave your side

I shall lead you, while love is my guide

It will strew the way with roses, for no rose is without a thorn

Play your magic flute so it protects us on our way

In an enchanted hour...

...my father hewed it from a thousand-year-old oak...

...while thunder and lightning raged

Come and play the flute so it leads us on our fearful way

By the power of its music We walk in joy through death's dark night

We passed through fiery flames and stood firm against danger

May the music protect us in water as it did in fire

Gods, Isis has smiled upon us

Triumph, noble couple. You have overcome danger

You now belong to the fellowship of Isis

Come, enter the temple

Little wife! Little dove! My beauty!

No use, she's gone. I never have any luck

I was wrong to keep chattering and it serves me right

Since I tasted that wine...

...since I saw the pretty woman...

...my heart has been on fire...

...tingling here, tingling there... Papagena, my sweet

My little dove

It's no use. I'm fed up with my life

If I die, that will be the end of love

I'll hang a noose from this tree...

...and put it around my neck

I no longer care for life, so goodnight, cruel world

You've been unkind to me not sending me a pretty girl

Very Well, I'm going to die. Pretty girls, remember me

Is no one going to take pity on me before I hang?

I can always walk away. Just shout yes or no!

No one heard me. Silence

Is that what you want?

On you go, Papageno. Bring your life to an end

I'll wait a moment

I'll just count to three

One...

Two...

Three...

Very Well, then

As there is nothing to stop me, goodnight, cruel world

Papageno, don't be stupid. You only live once

That's all very Well for you to say, but if you felt like me...

...you'd want a girlfriend too

Then set your chimes ringing. That will bring your wife to you

What a fool! I forgot the magic instrument

Play, glockenspiel. I want to see the girl I love

Play, little bells, send my girl this way

Papageno, behind you!

- Are you all mine now? - I'm all yours now

- Be my beloved wife - Be my sweetheart

What joy it will be if the gods remember us...

...and send us lovely little children

First a little Papageno

Then a little Papagena

- Then another Papageno - Then another Papagena

There is no greater joy...

...than to be blessed with lots of Papageni

Hush, We'll soon break into the temple

Queen, remember your promise that your child will be my wife

It is my wish that my child will be your wife

I can hear an awesome roar

It sounds like the echo of distant thunder

They are now in the temple

There we shall attack them

We shall rid the earth of these hypocrites

To you, mighty Queen of Night...

...We dedicate our vengeance

Our power is destroyed. We are plunged into everlasting night

The sunlight drives away the night

It destroys the evil power of hypocrites

Hail, Initiates

You have broken through the darkness

We give you thanks, Osiris

Isis, our thanks to you

Courage has triumphed

Beauty and wisdom are rewarded with an everlasting crown