Be just and pure beyond all human praise;
Whose humble thoughts well with his prayer accord,
“Have mercy upon me, a sinner, Lord!”
Who, heir of an eternal, heavenly throne,
Rests all his hopes on Christ, and Christ alone!
Wisest of men—for he alone is wise.—
Richest of men—secure his treasure lies.—
Greatest of men—his mansion is on high.
His father—God,—his rest—Eternity!