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GREGORY NAZIANZEN.
Meek Nazianzen, whom a mother's loveVow'd from the womb, a Christian Nazarite!
A friend's, a brother's care fill'd thy calm sprite,
And filial grace serene: the hallowing Dove
Then open'd thy full heart to God above,
Seeking in solitudes the gentler light
Of woods and wilds, peace-loving eremite!
Good Basil! thy companion gently prove,
Shrinking from pastoral cares: and may Heav'n's King
His service not reject, nor choice refuse!
Each for his sphere He mouldeth: each doth earn
His place from Him; His Dove hath many hues,
Some lead His flock, while some His praises sing;
Some in His inner Temple incense burn.
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