The Legend of St. Loy | ||
XI.
In Edwy's hand he saw the Book,And thus the words of Wisdom spoke —
“Forego that Book — whate'er the spell —
“Howe'er it aid — 'tis wrought of Hell!
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“Of Egypt, and a Nation brought
“Through parted sea, and banded host,
“And deserts, to his promised coast —
“In Him, in Him alone, confide,
“And follow where his beacon guide;
“And He — our toils and perils past —
“Will speed us into joy at last!
“Trust ye in Him, and in His Saint,
“Let not your eagle-spirits faint!” —
The Legend of St. Loy | ||