1 To thee, before the dawning light,
My gracious GOD, I pray;
I meditate thy name by night,
And keep thy law by day.
2 My spirit faints to see thy grace,
Thy promise bears me up;
And while salvation long delays,
Thy word supports my hope.
3 Seven times a day I lift my hands,
And pay my thanks to thee;
Thy righteous providence demands
Repeated praise from me.
4 When midnight darkness veils the skies,
I call thy works to mind;
My thoughts in warm devotion rise,
And sweet acceptance find.
Text Information | |
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First Line: | To Thee, before the dawning light |
Language: | English |
Publication Date: | 1785 |
Scripture: | ; ; ; ; |
Notes: | Now Public Domain. Second Part |