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81. Work, for the night is coming

1 Work, for the night is coming;
Work through the morning hours.
Work, while the dew is sparkling;
Work 'mid springing flowers;
Work, when the day grows brighter,
Work in the glowing sun;
Work, for the night is coming
When man's work is done.

2 Work, for the night is coming,
Work through the sunny noon;
Fill brightest hours with labor,
Rest comes sure and soon;
Give every flying minute
Something to keep in store;
Work, for the night is coming,
When man works no more.

3 Work, for the night is coming,
Under the sunset skies;
While their bright tints are glowing,
Work, for daylight flies;
Work till the last beam fadeth,
Fadeth to shine no more;
Work, while the night is darkening,
When man's work is o'er.

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First Line: Work, for the night is coming
Title: Work, for the night is coming
Publication Date: 1909
Topic: The Christian Church; Reformation and Mission: Mission
Notes: Author from index: Walker
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