The Christian Sunday School Hymnal ‎#5

5. Work Song

1 Work, for the night is coming;
Work thro' the morning hours;
Work while the dew is sparkling;
Work 'mid springing flowers;
Work when the day grows brighter,
Work in the glowing sun;
Work, for the night is coming,
When man's work is done.

2 Work, for the night is coming;
Work thro' the sunny noon;
Fill brightest hours with labor—
Rest comes sure and soon.
Give every flying moment
Something to keep in store;
Work, for the night is coming,
When man works no more.

Text Information

• First Line: Work, for the night is coming
• Title: Work Song
• Author: Sidney Dyer
• Publication Date: 1883
• Scripture:
  John 9:4

Tune Information

• Name: [Work, for the night is coming]
• Composer: Lowell Mason