The Works of the Reverend and Learned Isaac Watts, D. D. Containing, besides his Sermons, and Essays on miscellaneous subjects, several additional pieces, Selected from his Manuscripts by the Rev. Dr. Jennings, and the Rev. Dr. Doddridge, in 1753: to which are prefixed, memoirs of the life of the author, compiled by the Rev. George Burder. In six volumes |
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PSALM 21. (C. M.) Our King is the Care of Heaven.
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PSALM 21. (C. M.) Our King is the Care of Heaven.
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The king, O Lord, with songs of praise,Shall in thy strength rejoice:
And, blest with thy salvation, raise
To heaven his cheerful voice.
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Thy sure defence, thro' nations round,Has spread his glorious name;
And his successful actions crown'd
With majesty and fame.
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Then let the king on God aloneFor timely aid rely;
His mercy shall support the throne,
And all our wants supply.
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But, righteous Lord, his stubborn foesShall feel thy dreadful hand;
Thy vengeful arm shall find out those
That hate his mild command.
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When thou against them dost engage,Thy just but dreadful doom
Shall, like a fiery oven's rage,
Their hopes and them consume.
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Thus, Lord, thy wondrous power declare,And thus exalt thy fame;
Whilst we glad songs of praise prepare
For thine almighty name.
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