Things New and Old :: :: University of Virginia Library

Pure should the Temple be where Love shall dwell,
Founded in Truth and reared in Charity,
And through its windows, open to the sky,
Evening and morn their wondrous tale should tell;
And clearer light, by men invisible,
Should lead the pilgrims through the columned aisle,
Or bid them stay their course and rest awhile,
As He shall will, Who orders all things well.
Into that Temple ye, young souls and true,
Have found your way, with steps sedate and calm,
And Love shall guide you, making all things new,
Content to bear the cross, or wave the palm;
And should the years be many or be few,
Still through its vaults shall ring your joyful psalm.