Hymns, for the Amusement of Children Embellished with Cuts [by Christopher Smart] |
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HYMN II. LOVE of GOD.
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Great God of Love!—that charming nameShould all my powers controul;
Should make my best affections flame
And kindle all my soul.
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Nor I, nor Angels round the throneCan love to what's thy due;
Beauties divine to them unknown
Pass all they have in view.
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When they have stretch'd their wings for flight,The steep ascent to try;
Struck with the vast and boundless height,
In wonder lost they lie.
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Yet they for ever wonder onAnd gaze with high delight:
And love the Infinite unknown,
With all their mind and might.
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I too would lift mine eyes to seeWhat Angels can't explore,
With fix'd attention gaze at Thee,
And wonder and adore.
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O clear mine eyes, my heart inflame,With love fill up my soul;
Let this affection reign supreme,
And all my powers controul.
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