The Morning Star ‎#89

89. Work, for the night is coming

1 Work, for the night is coming,
Work thro' the morning noon;
Work while the dew is sparkling,
Work 'mid springing flowers.
Work when the day grows brighter,
Work in the glowing sun;
Work, for the night is coming,
When man's work is done.

2 Work, for the night is coming,
Work thro' the sunny noon;
Fill brightest hours with labor,
Rest comes sure and soon.
Give every flying minute
Something to keep in store;
Work, for the night is coming,
When man works no more.

3 Work, for the night is coming,
Under the sunset skies;
While their red tints are glowing,
Work, for daylight flies.
Work till the last beam fadeth,
Fadeth to shine no more;
Work while the night is dark'ning,
When man's work is o'er.

Text Information

• First Line: Work, for the night is coming
• Title: Work, for the night is coming
• Publication Date: 1877
• Scripture:
  John 9:4
• Copyright: By per. Mason Bros. From "Song Garden."
• Notes: Public Domain.

Tune Information

• Name: [Work, for the night is coming]
• Key: F Major or modal
• Notes: Public Domain.