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CVI. The influence of the spirit desired

1 Eternal spirit, source of light,
Enliv'ning, consecrating fire,
Descend and with celestial heat
Our dull, our frozen hearts inspire:
Our souls refine, our dross consume!
Come, condescending spirit come!

2 In our cold breasts, O strike a spark
Of the pure flame, which seraphs feel,
Nor let us wander in the dark,
Or lie benumb'd and stupid still:
Come vivifying spirit, come,
And make our hearts thy constant home!

3 Let pure devotion's fervors rise;
Let every pious passion glow:
O let the raptures of the skies
Kindle in our cold hearts below!
Come, condescending spirit, come,
And make our souls thy constant home!

Text Information

• First Line: Eternal spirit, source of light
• Title: The influence of the spirit desired
• Meter: Eights
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1799
• Topic: Spirit: Influences of
• Notes: Public Domain.

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