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CCCLXXI. Thunder, or the day of judgment

1 When a black overspreading cloud
Has darken'd all the air;
And peals of thunder roaring loud,
Proclaim the tempest near;

2 Then guilt and fear, and fruits of sin,
The sinner oft pursue;
A louder storm is heard within,
And conscience thunders too.

3 But whither, sinners, will ye flee,
When nature's mighty frame,
The pond'rous earth and air and sea,
Shall all dissolve in flame?

4 Amazing day! it comes apace!
The judge is hast'ning down!
Can ye thenbear to see his face,
Or stand before his frown.

5 Lord, let thy mercy find a way
To touch each stubborn heart;
That they may never hear thee say,
"Ye cursed ones depart."

Text Information

• First Line: When a black overspreading cloud
• Title: Thunder, or the day of judgment
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1799

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