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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Asking Leave to Sing.
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Yet, mighty God, indulge my tongue,Nor let thy thunders roar,
Whilst the young notes and vent'rous song
To worlds of glory soar.
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If thou my darling flight forbidThe muse folds up her wings;
Or at thy word her slender reed
Attempts almighty things.
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Her slender reed inspir'd by theeBids a new Eden grow,
With blooming life on every tree,
And spreads a heav'n below.
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She mocks the trumpet's loud alarmsFill'd with thy dreadful breath;
And calls th'angelic hosts to arms,
To give the nations death.
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But when she tastes her Saviour's love,And feels the rapture strong,
Scarce the divinest harp above
Aims at a sweeter song.
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