Doctor Watts's Imitation of the Psalms of David ‎#CXIIc

CXIIc. Liberality rewarded

1 Happy is he that fears the Lord,
And follows his commands,
Who lends the poor without reward,
Or gives with liberal hands.

2 As pity dwells within his breast
To all the sons of need;
So God shall answer his request
With blessings on his seed.

3 No evil tidings shall surprise
His well-establish'd mind;
His soul to GOD, his refuge flies,
And leaves his fears behind.

4 In times of danger and distress
Some beams of light shall shine,
To shew the world his righteousness,
And give him peace divine.

5 His works of piety and of love
Remain before the Lord;
Honour on earth and joys above
Shall be his sure reward.

Text Information

• First Line: Happy is he that fears the Lord
• Title: Liberality rewarded
• Meter: Common Metre
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1785
• Scripture:
  Psalm 112
• Notes: Public Domain.

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