I.V. Naked as from the Earth we came

1 Naked, as from the Earth we came,
And crept to Life at first,
We to the Earth return again,
And mingle with our Dust.

2 The dear Delights we here enjoy,
And fondly call our own,
Are but short Favours borrow'd Now,
To be repaid Anon.

3 'Tis God that lifts our Comforts high,
Or sinks them in the Grave,
He gives, and (blessed by his Name)
He takes but what he gave.

4 Peace, all our angry Passions, then
Let each rebellious Sigh
Be silent at his Sov'reign Will,
And ev'ry Murmur die.

5 If smiling Mercy crown our Lives,
Its Praises shall be spread,
And we'll adore the Justice too
That strikes our Comforts dead.

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First Line: Naked as from the Earth we came
Language: English
Publication Date: 1766
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Topic: Submission to Afflictions; Prosperity and Adversity; Patience under Afflictions (1 more...)
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