The Christians Duty, exhibited, in a series of Hymns ‎#CCXXXI

CCXXXI. A lovely Carriage

1 O 'tis a lovely Thing to see
A Man of prudent Heart;
Whose Thoughts, and Lips, and Life agree
To act a useful Part.

2 When Envy, Strife, and Wars begin
In little angry Souls,
Mark how the Sons of Peace come in,
And quench the kindling Coals.

3 Their Minds are humble, mild, and meek,
Nor let their Fury rise;
Nor Passion moves their Lips to speak,
Nor Pride exalts their Eyes.

4 Their Frame is Prudence mixt with :ove,
Good Works fulfil their Day;
They join the Serpent with the Dove,
But cast the Sting away.

5 Such was the Saviour of Mankind,
Such Pleasures he pursu'd;
His Flesh and Blood were all refin'd,
His Soul divinely good.

6 Lord, can these Plants of Virtue grow
In such a Soul as mine?
Thy Grace can form my Nature so,
And make my Heart like thine.

Text Information

• First Line: O 'tis a lovely thing to see
• Title: A lovely Carriage
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1791
• Topic: Brotherly Love

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