A Selection of Hymns ‎#CCXCIII

CCXCIII. Holy zeal and diligence

1 While carnal men, with all their might
Earth's vanities pursue,
How slow the advances which I make,
With heaven itself in view!

2 Inspire my soul with holy zeal;
Great God, my love inflame;
Religion, without zeal and love,
Is but an empty name.

3 To gain the top of Zion's hill,
May I with fervor strive;
And all these powers employ for thee,
Which I from thee derive!

Text Information

• First Line: While carnal men, with all their might
• Title: Holy zeal and diligence
• Author: Beddome
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1792
• Topic: Graces of the Spirit: Zeal; Activity in religion; Diligence and holy zeal; Idol worship stupide; Zeal and diligence

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