The Psalms of David ‎#II.CXV

II.CXV. High as the Heav'ns above the Ground

1 High as the Heav'ns above the Ground
Reigns the Creator, God,
Wide as the whole Creation's Bound
Extends his awful Rod.

2 Let Princes of exalted State
To him ascribe their Crown,
Render their Homage at his Feet,
And east their Glories down.

3 Know that his Kingdom is supreme,
Your lofty Thoughts are vain;
He calls you Gods, that awful Name,
But ye must die like Men.

4 Then let the Sov'reigns of the Globe
Not dare to vex the Just;
He puts on Vengeance like a Robe,
And treads the Worm to Dust.

5 Ye Judges of the Earth, be wise,
And think of Jeav'n with Fear;
The meanest Saint that you despise
Has an Avenger there.

Text Information

• First Line: High as the Heav'ns above the Ground
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1769
• Topic: God: His Kingdom Supreme; God: Presence in Life and at Death; God: The Avenger of His Saints
• Notes: Public Domain.

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