And while I tune my heartfelt lay,
Bend down on me thy gracious smile.
“Let holy feelings, heavenly themes,
Raise, and refresh, and fill my mind;
And earth’s low vanities and schemes
No place nor entertainment find!
“The looks, the thoughts, the sweet employ
Of saints, whose treasure is above,
Be mine to-day! their zeal, their joy,
Their peace, and purity, and love.