The beauteous sun, whose rich, prismatic glow
Illumes a jewelled curtain, poised thereon
A rainbow plumed for flight, while earth lies wrapped
In golden glory. Many a sail full set
Is homeward speeding, bearing happy hearts
To where love anxious waits and eager eyes
Will sweetest welcome give. O, World rejoice!
Confronted by the swift incoming tide,
With hurried step we scale the dizzy cliff,
Delivered by the one all-potent hand,