Whom Morn awakens, among dews and flowers[880]

Of every clime, to till the lonely field,

Be happy in himself? The law of faith

Working through love, such conquest shall it gain,

Such triumph over sin and guilt achieve?

Almighty Lord, thy further grace impart!

And with that help the wonder shall be seen

Fulfilled, the hope accomplished; and thy praise

Be sung with transport and unceasing joy.

"Once," and with mild demeanour, as he spake,