1 Had I the Tongues of Greeks and Jews,
And nobler Speech that Angels use,
If Love be absent, I am found
Like tinkling brass, an empty Sound.
2 Were I inspir'd to preach and tell
All that is done in Heav'n and Hell,
Or could my Faith the World remove,
Still I am nothing without Love.
3 Should I distribute all my Store
To feed the Bowels of the Poor,
Or give my Body to the Flame,
To gain a Martyr's glorious Name.
4 If Love to God and Love to Men
Be absent, all my Hopes are vain;
Nor tongues, nor Gifts, nor fiery Zeal,
The Work of Love can e'er fulfil.
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First Line: | Had I the Tongues of Greeks and Jews |
Language: | English |
Publication Date: | 1760 |
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