Wanders in that happy valley Through two luminous windows saw Spirits moving musically To a lutes well-tund law, Round about a throne, where sitting (Porphyrogene!) In state his glory well befitting, The sovereign of the realm was seen. What does Porphyrogene mean ?

A. Inflicted with the disease Porphyria

B. Born to be free

C. Of royal birth

D. Wearing purple robes

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