In thy hour of deepest sorrow,

Never murmur, dare not blame;

God, who wounds, alone can heal thee;

Trust his power and praise his name.

Oh! may we say, each, every one,

“Not my will, but thine be done.”

She Slumbers Still.

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On a midsummer’s eve she lay down to sleep,

Wearied and toil-worn the maiden was then;