1 In the soft season of thy youth,
In nature's smiling bloom,
Ere age arrives, and, trembling, wait
Its summons to the tomb;
2 Remember thy Creator, God;
For him thy powers employ;
Make Him thy fear, thy love, thy hope,
Thy confidence, thy joy.
3 He shall defend and guide thy course
Thro' life's uncertain sea,
Till thou art landed on the shore
Of blest eternity.
4 Then seek the Lord betimes, and choose
The path of heav'nly truth;
The earth affords no lovelier sight
Than a religious youth.
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First Line: | In the soft season of thy youth |
Language: | English |
Publication Date: | 1789 |
Topic: | Faith, Holiness and moral Virtues: Remember thy Creator in the days of thy Youth |