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I.XCVI. But few among the carnal Wise

1 But few among the carnal Wise,
But few of noble Race,
Obtain the Favour of thine Eyes,
Almighty King of Grace.

2 He takes the Men of meanest Name,
For Sons and Heirs of God;
And thus he pours abundant Shame
On honorable Blood.

3 He calls the Fool, and makes him know
The Myst'ries of his Grace,
To bring aspiring Wisdom low,
And all its Pride abase.

4 Nature has all its Glories lost,
When brought before his Throne;
No Flesh shall in his Presence boast,
But in the Lord alone.

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First Line: But few among the carnal Wise
Language: English
Publication Date: 1766
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Topic: Boasting excluded; Decrees of God; Distinguishing Love (3 more...)
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