sweat and slave

Lucifer: The late decision of the ruling Powers, The new decree made by the Godhead, who Esteems celestial joys as of less worth Than earthly elements, oppresses Heaven, Even from the low abyss the Earth exalts Above the stars, sets man high in the seat 140 Of the Angels, whom, shorn of primordial powers, He then commands for human happiness To sweat and slave.

Did I lose my all to sweep the dust, to sweat and slave in this dismal hole?