Of purest joys hath given.

They do not—nay, they cannot die:

Because we see them not

Do objects cease—oh! brothers! why

This lesson now forgot?

They die not—nay, they cannot die:

In joy's serene, calm air,

Their cheek yet wears its roseate dye

Their smiles are yet as fair.

Their tones yet breathe as sweet a strain,