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1 The day is past and gone,
The evening shades appear,
Oh, may I ever keep in mind,
The night of death draws near.
2 I lay my garments by,
Upon my bed to rest;
So death will soon remove me hence,
And leave my soul undrest.
3 Lord, keep me safe this night,
Secure from all my fears;
May angels guard me while I sleep,
Till morning light appears.
4 And when I early rise,
To view th'unwearied sun,
May I set out to win the prize,
And after glory run:
5 That when my days are past,
And I from time remove,
Lord, I may in thy bosom rest,
The bosom of thy love.
Text Information | |
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First Line: | The day is past and gone |
Meter: | S. M. |
Language: | English |
Publication Date: | 1845 |
Topic: | Special Occasions: Morning and Evening |