University of Virginia Library


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1983.

[Man in ministering relief]

As soon as she heard that, she arose quickly, &c. —xi. 29.

Man in ministering relief,
Miserable comforter,
Aggravates the mourner's grief,
Burdens whom he means to cheer:
Mary turns from such away,
Her immortal Friend to meet,
Goes to Christ without delay,
Seeks her comfort at His feet.