And plenty o'er its bosom smiles
To crown the sweet autumnal hours.
4Praise,--praise to thee! Our hearts expand
To view these blessings of thy hand,
And on the incense-breath of love
Ascend to their bright home above.
885. L. P. M. Kippis.
Thanksgiving for National Prosperity.
1How rich thy gifts, Almighty King!
From thee our public blessings spring;