II.CLIII | The Psalms of David#II.CLIV | II.CLV |
1 "Where are the Mourners (saith the Lord)
"That wait and tremble at my Word,
"That walk in Darkness all the Day?
"Come, make my Name your Trust and Stay.
[2 "No Works nor Duties of your own
"Can for the smallest Sin atone;
"The Robes that Nature may provide
"Will not your least Pollutions hide.
3 "The softest Couch that Nature knows,
"Can give the Conscience no Repose;
"Look to my Righteousness, and live;
"Comfort and Peace are mine to give.
4 "Ye Sons of Pride, that kindle Coals
"With your own Hands to warm your Souls,
"Walk in the Light of your own Fire,
"Enjoy the Sparks that ye desire.
5 "This is your Portion at my Hands;
"Hell waits you with her Iron Bands;
"Ye shall lie down in Sorrow there,
"In Death, in Darkness, and Despair.
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First Line: | Where are the Mourners (saith the Lord) |
Language: | English |
Publication Date: | 1769 |
Topic: | Insufficiency of Self Righteousness |