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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SONG 23. Obedience to Parents.
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SONG 23. Obedience to Parents.
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Let children that would fear the LordHear what their teachers say;
With rev'rence meet their parents word,
And with delight obey.
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Have you not heard what dreadful plaguesAre threaten'd by the Lord
To him that breaks his father's law,
Or mocks his mother's word?
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What heavy guilt upon him lies!How cursed is his name!
The ravens shall pick out his eyes,
And eagles eat the same.
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But those who worship God, and giveTheir parents honour due;
Here on this earth they long shall live,
And live hereafter too.
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