FROM THE LIBRARY OF REV. LOUIS FITZGERALD BENSON. D. D. BEQUEATHED BY HIM TO THE LIBRARY OF PRINCETON THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY HY SCHOOLS, APPROPRUTE SELECTIO^'S FROM SCRIPTURE, TUXES SUITED TO THE METRES OF THE HYMXS. ET /y CHAELES D. CLETELAXD. SECOND EDITION. PHILADELPHIA : E. C & X BIDDLE, Xo. G SOUTH FIFTH ST. iV>w Tr/r}:, G. M. Saxton; Bnstr/n, Pnnups, Sampso.v k Co.; Baltnnrnre^ CcffHi.vGS & Bailey; New Orleane, JoKS Ball; Cincinnati, H. W. Derby & Co. ' 1851. Entered according to Act of Congress, in the year eighteen hundred and fifty, by C. D. Cleveland, in the Clerk's Office of the District Court of the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Printed by T. K. & P G. Collins. Stereotyped by L. Johnson & Co., Philadelphia PREFACE TO THE FIRST EDITION. No author, I presume, ever made a book Tvith- out having some good reason for it : and if I were asked, "Why, when there are already so many excellent compilations of sacred lyrics, do you add another to the number?" I should answer that, admirable as I acknowledge many of the existing selections to be, I have never seen one designed exclusively for- schools, nor adapted throughout to their use. For more than thirteen years sing- ing has been a part of the morning devotional exercises of my school, and though I have used a selection"^ most excellent and appropriate for social religious meetings, I have found a large number of the hymns in it, either in whole or in part, quite unsuitable to be sung by scholars as- sembled in school. I have therefore prepared the following work chiefly to meet my own wants. If other teachers, after examination, shall like it so well as to use it in their schools, I shall, of course, be gratified. In preparing my work, I have been obliged, oc- casionally, to make slight alterations of a phrase or verse in a hymn, in order that it might be ap- propriately used in a school : for as the alterna- tive was presented to me either to make such * The "Union Hymns, selected from the Church Psalmody," Boston: not the "Union Hjinns" of the American. Sunday-school Union. S 4 PREFACE. alterations, or to reject entirely a hymn otherwise admirable, I hesitated not which to do. In all such cases, however, the changes have been as slight as possible, and always, I trust, in harmony with the general spirit and sentiment of the hymn. In making selections for my book, I have not been ambitious to have it consist mainly of pieces not to be found in other collections. But while a portion of the hymns may be familiar to the mass of Christians, and will be loved and sung by them as long as the English language endures, very many in this selection will, I presume, to most persons be new. I certainly have taken pains to cull, from the not inconsiderable stores in my pos- session, the choicest pieces I could find ; aiming to have my book, in literary merit and poetic ex- cellence, as well as in sentiments of pious and devotional feeling and of practical righteousness, the best selection of sacred lyrics extant. How far I have succeeded, others will, of course, decide. I can, however, assure the critics, that the num- ber of perfect hymns is small — very small. By perfect I mean such as are complete in themselves, having the three unities, ^' a beginning, a middle, and an end:" presenting one leading idea; and uniting in itself, in a high degree, the imaginative, the devotional, and the didactic. Still, there are some that unite these excellences, and I hope that some such will be found in the present volume. In making a selection of tunes, I have confined myself to a few good, old tunes, easy to be sung, and such as for a long time have been favourites among Christians of all denominations. It is deeply to be regretted that there has been, of late, such a mania for new tunes. Every new PREFACE. tune-book that is published I consider a grievous infliction upon the Christian church, as it tends to frustrate the great object of singing — the worship of God. That object is attained only Tvhen the exercise is so conducted that all can join in it. But how can this be, when tunes are continually introduced which the congregation never heard, or so difficult of execution that they cannot sing them ? As well have the exercise of prayer in an *' unknown tongue.'' The object of a choir is to aid congregational singing, not to supersede it: — not to exhibit itself, and display its artistic skill in executing new tunes, like a band of opera- singers, with the congregation for its audience. Such singing, however scientific, however *' highly esteemed among men," must be ''an abomination in the sight of God." " The tickled ears no heart-felt raptures raise ; Xae unison hae thev with cor Creator's praise." I now commit my little book to the judgment of intelligent and pious teachers. To what extent singing is an exercise in our public and private schools I know not ; but sure I am that, wherever introduced, its influence must be of the most happy character. For mj'self, I would not continue my school a day without it. As an introduction to the duties of the day, nothing can be more chas- tening to the feelings, more animating to the spirits, more incentive to the faithful and consci- entious discharge of duty, than singing an appro- priate sacred song, replete with sentiments of piety, benevolence, and practical righteousness ; impressing upon the heart, in the higher language of poetry, our duties to God, to each other, and 6 PREFACE. to ourselves. Should this book, therefore, be the means of introducing singing into only one school where it has heretofore been neglected, I shall not have made it in vain. C. D. CLEVELAND. Philadelphia, May 1, 1850. PREFACE TO THE SECOND EDITION. Another edition of my *' Hymns for Schools" being called for, I have endeavoured to make it as perfect as possible. To this end, six hymns in the first edition, namely, 81, 108, 139, 148, 236, and 279, which I found to be duplicated either in whole or in part, have been cancelled, and others, cer- tainly not inferior, substituted for them. To the *' Index of First Lines," I have added the names of the authors, which I am sure will be considered an improvement; and in place of the "Index to the Tunes," which was not wanted, I have put four new tunes, as suggested by two or three teachers who have used the book. A few slight errors, not necessary to mention, have also been corrected ; so that now, I believe, the work is as good as I can make it, and still more worthy of the confidence of those teachers who have spoken so warmly in its praise. C. D. C. Philadelphia, July 1, 1851. INDEX OF FIRST LINES. A CHARGE to keep I have C. Wciley- • 65 Again the Lord of life and light Barhauld- -STQ Alas, what hourly dangers rise Steele- -131 All hail the power of Jesus' name Duncan • • 323 Almighty Father, gracious Lord Steele • • 242 Almighty God,, in humble prayer Montgomery- • 30 Almighty Maker, God WatU- - 89 And can my heart aspire so high Steele- •288 And dost thou say. "Ask what thou wilt'' yexvton- -193 And is the gospel peace and love Steele ■ - 20 And now, my soul, another year Browne- -066 Another day its course hath run Pki-pont- -376 Another week has passed away Sjcred Poetry- -377 Arise, arise, with joy survey Pratt's Coll.- -200 Arise, my soul, with rapture rise Epis. OjU.- -134 As flows the rapid river S. F. Smith- -364 As the sun's enlivening eye yeicton • -368 Assembled in our school once more Anon. • -371 At the golden rise of day L. W. Bacon ■ -352 Awake, and sing the song Hammond- •177 Awake, my soul, and with the sun Kenn- • 8 Awake, my soui, life up thine eyes Barhauld- • 91 Awake, my soul, stretch every nerve Doddridge- • 57 Awake, our souls, away, our fears Watts- • 78 Before thy mercy's throne An. Hymns- -197 Before we close our eyes, each night Pollen • • 9 Behold, my soul, the narrow bound Doddridge- • 60 Behold : the lofty sky Watts- -227 Behold the morning sun Witts - • 5 Behold I the mountain of the Lord Scotch Par.- .256 Behold the Prince of Peace XeedTiam • -363 Behold the sun, how bright Moore- -154 Behold the throne of grace Xeicton - ^217 Behold, where, in a mortal form Enfidd- -251 Beset with snares oij every hand Doddridge • -295 Bestow, Lord, upon our youth Gowper- -118 Be thou exalted, my God '- WiUs--Uo Blest are the men whose hearts do move Watt.?- • 87 Blest be the tie that binds Riwcett- -IS9 Blest hour, when mortal man retires RafHes- ^247 Blest is the man whose liberal heart E.J. Fitch- -230 Blest is the man whose softening heart Barhauld- •176 Blest work! the youthful mind to win Piatt's OIL- -206 By Siloam's cool and shady rill Heber- -249 Calm on the bosom of thy God Hcmans- • -388 7 8 INDEX or FIRST LINES. Childron, in years and knowledge young Widts- -119 Children, listen to the Lord Hastings- -265 Children of Christ, arise Stgourmy ■ -210 Christian soldier, heavenward pressing A. C. Coxe- -356 Christian soldiers, wake to glory Ch. Lyrics- -337 Come, and let us sweetly join Wesley- -271 Come, blessed Spirit, Source of light Beddmne- 128 Come, children, learn to fear the Lord Watts- -234 Come, dearest Lord, descend and dwell Watts- •269 Come, every pious heart Stennett- -263 Come, gracious Spirit, heavenly Dove BroionC' • 37 Come hither, all ye weary souls Watts- • 62 Come, Holy Spirit, calm my mind Burder- -280 Come, Holy Spirit, come • Hart • • 70 Come, kingdom of our God JolinS' '255 Come, let us join our cheerful songs Watts- • 73 Come, Lord, and warm each languid heart Steele- • 85 Come, my soul, thy suit prepare Newton- -304 Come, my soul, in sacred lays Blacldock- 14 Come, said Jesus' sacred voice Barbauld- '156 Come, sound his praise abroad Watts- • 99 Come, weary souls, with sin distressed Steele- •179 Come, we that love the Lord Watts- -133 Come when the leaves are greenest L. G. Pray- ^382 Come, ye that wish to know the Lord G. Burder- -240 Day by day the manna fell Conder- '310 Dear as thou wert, and justly dear Dale- ^387 Dear Father, to thy mercy-seat Steele- • 43 Dear refuge of my weary soul Steele - • 204 Delightful is the task to sing Sp. of Psalms- -277 Deny thee! what, deny the way Christian Harp- •326 Early, my G od, without delay Watts • -112 Eternal God, almighty cause Broivne- -292 Eternal God, I bless thy name Doddridge- -2>12 Ear from mortal cares retreating J. Taylor- -254 Ear from the world, Lord, I flee Couper- - 86 Ear from thy servants, God of grace Doddridge- -130 Father, adored in worlds above Birmingham Coll.- - 80 Father of all, we bow to thee Scotch Par.- -286 Father of light, conduct our feet " Smart- • 56 Father of me and all mankind Wesley'' s Col. - -209 Father of mercies, God of love, Far from Moore- -315 Father of mercies, God of love, hear Colly er- -199 Father of mercies, in thy word Steele- ^129 Father of our feeble race J. Taylor- - 71 Father, thy paternal care Bowring- ^140 Father, to thee my soul I lift Epis. Coll.- -330 Feeble, helpless, how shall I Furness- -164 Fountain of mercj-, God of love Epis. Coll.- -245 From all that dwell below the skies • Watts- •369 INDEX OF FIRST LINES. 9 From earliest dawn of life PraWs CjU.- • 11 From every earthly pleasure — Ci. Psalmist- -216 From every stormy wind that blows Stowdl • • 233 From Greenland's icy mountains • • • -Heber- - 67 Gently, Lord, gently lead us Hastings- -105 Give thanks to God, he rei^rns above Watts ' • 29 Give to our God immortal praise Watts - • 287 Glory to thee, my God, this night Kenn- -373 God, in the gospel of his Son B^.ddome- -243 God is my strong salvation J. Montgomery - -ZVJ God moves in a mysterious way Covjper- • 95 Goi.1 of love, we look to thee Wtsl^y- -125 God of my life, my morning song Steele- - 13 God of my life, through all my days Doddridge - -224: God of my life, whose gracious power C. Wesley- -BIG God of our fathers, by whose hand Epis. Col. - -218 God of the morning, at thy voice Watts- -123 God of truth and Gcd of love Vestry Hymns- • 42 Go, when the morning shineth Anon.- - 25 Gracious Spirit, Love divine Stacker- -152 Great Father of each perfect gift Doddridge- -158 Great God, and wilt thou condescend Anon.- • 22 Great God, attend while here we sing Watts- -1^1 Great God, beneath whose piercing eye Watts- -381 Great God, how infinite art thou Watts- -111 Great God, in whom we live and move Anon.- -Zoo Great God, our Father and our Friend Exeter Coll.- - 18 Great God, to thee my morning song Steele- - 77 Great God, to thee my voice I raise Calvin - - 165 Great God, to thee our songs we raise An. Hymns- -liS Great God, we sing that mighty hand Doddridge- • 3 Great Saviour, who didst condescend PratVs Coll.- -121 Great Source of life and light Wesley- -103 Guide me, thou great Jehovah Oliver- -139 Guide, Lord, our youthful band J??/>«.. -194 Hail, reviving, joyous spring Pollen - -122 Hail to the Lord's anointed Montgomery- - 47 Happy is he who fears the Lord Watts- -170 Happy the children of the Lord Anon.- -137 Happy the child whose tender years Watts- •258 Happy the man whose cautious steps Needham- -272 Hark, from that glorious world, what songs Anon.-- 28 Hark, hark, the notes of joy Reed's Cdl.- - 54 Hark, the glad sound, the Saviour comes Doddridge- • 84 Hark, the herald angels sing Rippons Coll.- -360 Hark, what mean those holy voices Cawood- -361 Hasten, Lord, the glorious time Sp. of Psalms- - 21 Hasten, Lord, that happy tfmp Vole - -266 High in the heavens, eternal God Watts- -138 High, in yonder realms of lii^ht Ragles- • 145 10 INDEX OF FIRST LINES. Holy, holy, holy, Lord Salisbury Cull- .150 How beauteous are their feet Watts- '220 How blest is he who fears the Lord Watts- '351 How blest the children of the Lord Sji. of Psalms- -348 How blest the sacred tie that binds Burhauld- •207 How blest the righteous when he dies Barhauld- -383 How gentle God's commands Doddridge- '201 How happy is the child who hears Logan- -143 How oft, alas, this wretched heart Steele- • 79 How pi-ecious is the book divine Faivcctt- - 72 How shall the young secure their hearts Watts- • 7 How shall we praise thee, Lord of Light Bowring- -208 How sweet, how heavenly is the sight Swain- - 66 How sweetly flowed the gospel's sound Bowring- - 55 How sweet to be allowed to pray Fallen- -344 How sweet to bless the Lord Anon.- -327 How sweet to leave the world awhile Kelly- - 39 How vain is all beneath the skies PratVs Coll.- -226 Hush the loud cannon's roar Johns- - 346 I ask not wealth, nor pomp, nor power Ileginhotham- • 93 If all our hopes and all our fears Bowring- -354 In all my vast concerns with thee Watts- • 46 In life's gay morn, when sprightly youth Bpis. Col.- • 27 In Israel's fane, by silent night Cawood- .213 In sleep's serene oblivion laid Hawlcesworth- .248 Intercessor, throned on high ! Barton - - 343 In the cross of Christ I glory Bowring- -318 In the morning I will pray Furness- '270 In the soft season of thy youth Salishury Coll. - • 52 In thy name, Lord, assembling PratVs Col. • .246 Is this a fast for me Drummond- -380 It is the Lord who gives me all Greene- -339 Jehovah, God! thy gracious power Dr. Thompson- • 12 Jerusalem, my happy home Church Psalmody - -235 Jesus, and shall it ever be Grigg - • 74 Jesus, hail, enthroned in glory Lock ITosp. Coll.- -175 Jesus, immortal King, arise Ch. Psalmody ■ -202 Jesus shall reign where'er the sun Watts- • 26 Jesus, thy boundless love to me C. Wesley- -211 Jesus, where in thy name we meet Coioper- • 94 Joy to the world, the Lord is come Watts- -157 Let avarice, from shore to shore Stennett- .285 Let every creature join Steele - .322 Let every mortal ear attend Watts - - 69 Let party names no more Beddome- .273 Lift up to God the voice of praise Wardlaiv- .307 Lo, God is here, let us adore Salishury Coll.- - 58 Lo, my Shepherd's hand divine Slerriclc- .328 Long as T live I'll bless thy name Walts- -293 Lord, dismiss us with thy blessing F>ender- .367 IXDEX OF FIRST LINES. 11 Lord, in the morning thou shalt hear Walls- Lord. I would own thy tender care Watts- Lord of hosts, what heavenly bliss Anon. - Lord of my life, oh may thy praise Stede • Lord, should we leave ihy hallowed feet Doane- Lord, thou hast searched and seen me through- • • • Watts Lord, we come before thee now Hammond Lord, when my raptured thought surveys Steele- Lord, when thine ancient people cried- • • Caroline Seivall Lord, when we bend before thy throne- • -Move's Devotions- Lo, the bright, the rosy morning Boston S. S. H. B.- Make us by thy transforming grace Stede- May I resolve with all my heart StecU- May the grace of Christ our Saviour Nexcton- Mighty Saviour, we would bless thee Rohinson- My dear Redeemer and my Lord Watts- My Father, cheering name I Steele - My God, how endless is thy love Watts - My God, in morning's radiant hour Anon.- My God, I thank thee, may no thought Norton - My Godj my Father ! blissful name Steele - My God, permit me not to be Watts- My God, permit my tongue Watts- My God, the spring of all my joys Walts- My God, thy boundless love I praise H. More- My God, who mak'st the sun to know Watts - My gracious Lord, I own thy right Doddridge - My gracious Lord, whose changeless love Montg. ColL- My Maker and my King Stede- My Saviour, let me hear thy voice Doddridge - My shepherd is the living Lord Walls- My son, know thou the Lord Anon.- Nor eye hath seen, nor ear hath heard Watts- Now let a true ambition rise Doddridge- Now let my soul, eternal King! Heginbolhard- Now let our mingling voices rise Anon, • Now let our souls, on wings sublime ■ Gibbons- Now the shades of night are gone Epis. Coll. - Now to the Lord a noble song Watts - blessed Saviour, how divine - Watts- bless the Lord, my soul Walls - cease, my wandering soul Epis. Coll. - could I find from day to day Ch. Psalmody- for a closer walk with God Coivper- God, I thank thee that the night- • - Pierpont- God, let this, my morning song Watts- GckJ, our help in ages past Watts- God, our strength, to thee our song- - -Spirit of Psalms - Oh let my trembling soul be still Bowring- Oh, timely happy, timely wise Kcble - 12 INDEX OF FIRST LINES. Lord, another day has flown H. K. White- -126 Lord, ho\Y many are my foes Watts- '238 Lord, thy heavenly grace impart J. F. Oberlin- .257 may I love at early day Anon.' •341 Once more, my soul, the rising day Waits- • 17 Once more, the light of day I see B. Bay-ton- -305 One sweet flower has drooped and faded Waterston- '385 On thee, each morning, my God Kippis- • 36 render thanks to God above Tate <£ Brady- -291 that the Lord would guide my ways Watts- - 32 O thou, from whom all goodness flows Haweis- -259 thou that hearest prayer Pratt's Coll.- • 75 O thou that hear'st when sinners cry Watts- '132 thou, to whom in ancient time Pierpont- -109 thou, to whose all-searching sight Moravian- -198 thou whose tender mercy hears Steele- -192 Our Father, God, once more we raise Anon.- -283 Our Father, God, to thee alone Merrick- '300 Our Father sits on yonder throne Anon.' -321 Our heavenly Father, hear Montgomery- • 31 Our heavenly Father calls Doddridge- -180 Our vows, our prayers we now present Logan- '236 walk with God, and thou shalt find A. C. Coxe- -345 Zion, tune thy voice Doddridge- -Ibd Perpetual Source of light and grace Doddridge- '160 Pilgrim, burdened with thy sin Crahbe- -338 Praise the Lord, who reigns above Pratfs Coll.- .100 Praise the Lord! ye heavens, adore him- • 'Liverpool Coll.- -335 Praise to God, let us raise Fallen- .169 Prayer is the soul's sincere desire Montgomery- • 50 Providence, profusely kind Anon^- -136 Quiet, Lord, my froward heart Newton- - 102 Remember thy Creator S. F. Smith- . 4 Return, my roving heart, return Doddridge- -110 Return, wanderer, now return Colly er- - 40 Rise, my soul, and stretch thy wings Cennick- .120 Saviour, I thy word believe Toplady- -172 Saviour, source of every blessing Bohinson- .222 Saviour, who thy flock art feeding Anon.- -290 Scorn not the slightest word or deed Boole of Hymns- -331 See, another year is gone Neiuton- • 2 See how the mounting sun E. Scott- -350 See the leaves around us falling Home- .275 Shine, mighty God, on Zion shine Watts- .185 Shine on our souls, eternal God Doddridge- .262 Since all the varying scenes of time Ilervcy- .188 Sing to the Lord most high D wight- .274 Sing to the Lord, who loud proclaims Doddridge- .203 J So let our lips and lives express Watts- • 82 Songs of praise the angels sang Montgomery ' .250 IXDEX OF FIRST LINES. 13 Source of being, Holy Father Plerpord- • 35 Sovereign Ruler of the skies Ryland- -284 Sow in the morn thy seed Montgomery- • 96 Speak gently, it is better far D. Bates- • 88 Stand up, my soul, shake off thy fears Watts- - 76 Stem winter throws his icy chain Steele- -336 Sweet is the time of spring Anon.- - 61 Sweet is the work, Lord ^P- of Psalms- -163 Sweet peace of conscience, hearenly guest- -Heginhotham- -141 Take up thy cross, the .Saviour said Ch. Lyrics- -302 The branch is stooping to thy hand Smedley- -334 The Christian warrior, see him stand Montgomery- -241 The dove let loose in eastern skies Moore- '162 Thee will I love, Lord, my strength Watts- -104 The God of glcry walks his round Heber- -279 The God of Israel never sleeps Cunningham- -358 The God of nature and of grace Montgomery- '261 The heavens declare thy glory, Lord Watts- - 24 The leaves around me falling S. F. Smith- -306 The Lord my pasture shall prepare Addison- - 83 The Lord my shepherd is Watts- • 19 The morning light is breaking S. F. Smith- -320 There is a God, all nature speaks - • • • Steele - -151 There is a land of pure delight Watts- '135 There is an hour of peaceful rest Tappan- -107 There is a region, lovelier far Christian Harp- -289 The Saviour calls, let every ear Steele- • 15 The Saviour, oh what endless charms Steele - - 41 The Spirit in our hearts i})i>. Coll. - -311 Thou art, God, the light and life 3fo WatOi- -374 Thy footsteps. Lord, with joy we trace- • • Wardlavfs Coll.- -264 Thy goodness, Lord, our souls confess Gibbons- -319 Thy kingdom come, all sinful lands Emily Taylor- -168 Time is winging us away Burton- '365 'Tis by the faith of joys to come Waits- -117 "Tis summer, glorious summer 3Iiss Sim.s- -153 To honour those who gave us birth Xot'l- -342 To our Redeemer's glorious name Steele- '253 To God; the onlv wise Watts- - 90 B 14 INDEX OF FIRST LINES. To praise the ever-bounteous Lord NeedJiam,' -183 To thee, my God, to thee belong Walker - -353 To thee, blessed Saviour Anmi. • • 59 To your Creator, God Steele- -244 Upward I lift mine eyes Waits- -113 Walk in the light ! so shalt thou know Barton- -298 We are living — we are dwelling A. O. Coxe- -332 We bless the Lord, the just and good Watts- -231 Welcome now another morning Anon.- -ISl Were all our hopes and all our fears Bowring- -228 We sin whenever we pursue Peahody - -142 What are these in bright array -^ Montgomery - «281 What if the little rain should say • Cutter- -349 What precept, Jesus, is like thine Mrs. Livermore- -IQS What secret hand, at morning light Montgomery- -260 What though we never saw thee tread Ch. Lyrics- "SOI V»^hat though the arm of conquering death- • -Doddridge- -384 When a foolish thought within Anon.- -225 When all thy mercies, my God Marvell- - ' 6 When for some little insult given J. Taylor- • 53 When his salvation bringing Anon.- - 34 When Jesus dwelt in mortal clay Gibbons- -278 When Jesus left the throne of God Montgomery- -329 When Jordan hushed his waters still Campbell- -362 When morning's first and hallowed ray Ch. Harp- -324 When streaming from the eastern skies Sir i?. Grant- -124 When wakened by thy voice of power Bowring- -219 When the worn spirit wants repose Edin. Coll.- -378 Where shall the sons of peace be found Ch. Lyrics- - 276 Wherewith shall we approach the Lord -Browne- -294 While in the tender years of youth PratVs Coll.- -205 While thee I seek, protecting Power- 3Iiss Williams- - 51 While with ceaseless course the sun Neioton - • 1 Who is thy neighbor ? he whom thou Peabody- - 48 Who, Lord, when life is o'er Lyte- -182 Who shall ascend thy heavenly place Watts- -237 With humble heart and tongue Fawcett- -141 Ye glittering toys of earth, adieu Steele- -149 Ye hearts, with youthful vigor warm Doddridge- -101 Ye nations round the earth, rejoice Waits- -167 Ye trembling souls, dismiss your fears Beddome- -221 Youth, when devoted to the Lord • 16 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. i January 1. 7s. Benevento. REFLECTIONS AT THE BEGDTSTNG OF THE TEAR. " We spend our years as a tale that is told." — Ps. xc. 9. 1 "XXrHILE with ceaseless course tlie sun * ^ Hasted through the former year, Many souls their race have run, Never more to meet us here. Fixed in an eternal state, They hare done "with all below; We a little longer wait ; But how little — none can know. 2 Spared to see another year, Guard us all, God, each day ; Let thy blessing meet us here, Guide us all in "Wisdom's way. Here may we each hour improve, "Walk in duty's happy road. Toward each other cherish love. Daily live more near to God. 3 Thanks for mercies past receive, Pardon of our sins renew ; Teach us, henceforth, how to live With eternity in view ; Bless thy word to us while young, Fill us with a Saviour's love: • -And when life's short race is run, Mav wc dwell with thee above. 2, 3 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JAN. Zi January 2. 7s. Be?ievento. THE NEW TEAR. "Behold, thou hast made my days as an handbroadth ; and mine age is as nothing before thee ; verily every man at his best estate is altogether vanity." — Ps. xxxix. 5. 1 CEE, another year is gone ! ^ Quickly have the seasons past; That we enter now upon, Will to many prove the last. Mercy hitherto has spared ; But have mercies been improved? Let us ask, — Are we prepared, Should we be this year removed ? 2 Some, whom we no longer see, Who their mortal race have run, Seemed as fair for life as we. When the former year begun. While we now instruction hear, Help us. Lord, each one to think That eternity is near ; We are standing on the brink ! 3 If from sin thou'st made us free, By thy pardoning love and grace ; Welcome then the call will be To depart and see thy face. To the good, while here below, With new days, new mercies come, But the happiest day they know. Is their last, which leads them home. 3 January 3. L. M. Old Hundred, IITMN FOU THE NEW TE-VR. " Having therefore obtained help of God, I continue unto this day." — Acts xxvi. 22. I r^ REAT God ! we sing that mighty hand, ^^ By which supported, still we stand ; The opening year thy mercy shows ; — Let mercy crown it till its close. 16 JAN.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 2 By day, by night, — at home, abroad, Still '^e are guarded by our God ; By his incessant bounty fed, By his unerring counsel led. 3 With grateful hearts the past we own; The future — all to us unknown — AVe to thy guardian care commit, And peaceful leave before thy feet. 4 In scenes exalted or depressed. Be thou our joy, — and thou our rest ; Thy goodness all our hopes shall raise, Adored through all our changing days. 5 TVhen death shall close our earthly songs, And seal, in silence, mortal tongues, Oh then, in higher, holier lays. Our souls shall celebrate thy praise. 4: January 4. 7s & 6s. Missionary. EE^IEMCER THY CREATOR. " Remember now thy Creator in the days of thy youth, while the evil days come not, nor the years draw nigh, when thou Shalt say, I have no pleasure in them." — Eccl. xiL 1. 1 "OEMEMBER thy Creator -■-^' AVhile youth's fair spring is bright ; Before thy cares are greater. Before comes age's night ; "While yet the sun shines o'er thee, While stars the darkness cheer. While life is all before thee. Thy great Creator fear. 2 Remember thy Creator Ere life resigns its trust. Ere sinks dissolving nature. And dust returns to dust ; Before with God, who gave it, Thy spirit shall appear : He cries, who died to save it, "Thy great Creator fear." b2 .17 5, 6 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [jAN January 5. S. M. Shirland. GOD AS SEEN IN HIS WORKS ANI» WORD. " The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul : the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes." — Ps. xix. 7, 8. 1 TDEHOLD the morning sun -^ Begins his glorious way, His beams through all the nations run, And life and light convey. 2 But where the gospel comes, It spreads diviner light ; It calls dead sinners from their tombs, And gives the blind their sight. 3 How perfect is thy word ! And all thy judgments just ! For ever sure thy promise, Lord, And we securely trust. 4 My gracious God, how plain Are thy directions given ! Oh ! may I never read in vain. But find the path to heaven. 6 January 6. C. M. St. Martins. GOD OUR CONSTANT BENEFACTOR. " The Lord God, merciful and gracious, long-sufifering, and abundant in goodness and truth." — Ex. xxxiv. 6, 1 TI/^HEN all thy mercies, my God, T T My rising soul surveys, Transported with the view, I'm lost In wonder, love, and praise. 2 Unnumbered comforts to my soul Thy tender care bestowed, Before my infant heart conceived From whom those comforts flowed. 3 Ten thousand thousand precious gifts My daily thanks employ ; Nor is the least a cheerful heart, That tastes those gifts with joy. 18 JAN.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 7, 8 4 Through every period of my life, Thy goodness I'll pursue ; And after death, in distant worlds, The glorious theme renew. 4 January 7. CM. Rochester. THE SCEIPTURZS THE GUIDE FOR YOUTH. '•"Wherewith shall the young cleanse their way? By taking heed thereto according to thy word." — Ps. cxix. 9. 1 TTOW shall the young secure their hearts, -■--■- And guard their lives from sin ? Thy word the choicest rule imparts To keep the conscience clean. 2 'Tis like the sun, a heavenly light, That guides us all the day ; And, through the dangers of the night, A lamp to lead our way. 3 Thy precepts make me truly wise ; I hate the sinner's road ; I hate my own vain thoughts that rise. But love thy law, my God 1 4 Thy word is everlasting truth ; How pure is every page ! That holy book shall guide our youth And well support our age. January 8. L. M. Duke Street. A MORXIXa I>'V0CATI0N'. " My voice shalt thou hear in the morning, Lord ; in the morning will I direct my prayer unto thee, and will look up.-'— P5. V. 3. 1 A WAIyE, my soul, and with the sun, -^^ Thy daily stage of duty run ; Shake off dull sloth, and joyful rise. To pay thy morning sacrifice. 2 Thy precious time, misspent, redeem ; Each present day thy last esteem ; Improve thy talent with due care, And for eternity prepare. 19 9 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JAN. 3 In conyersation be sincere, Keep conscience, as the noontide, clear ; Think how th' all-seeing God thy ways And all thy secret thoughts surveys. 4 Lord ! I my vows to thee renew ; Scatter my sins like morning dew ; Guard my first springs of thought and will, And with thyself my spirit fill. 5 Direct, control, suggest this day, All I design, or do, or say ; That all my powers, with all their might, In thy sole glory may unite. y January 9. L. M. Hebron. SELF-EXAMINATION ANTICIPATED AS A GUIDE TO DUTY. " Let "US search and try our ways, and turn again to the Lord/' — Lam. iii. 40. 1 "OEFORE we close our eyes each night, -^ Let each, with care, these questions ask ; Have I endeavored to do right, Nor thought my duty but a task? 2 Have I been gentle, lowly, meek, And the small voice of conscience heard? When passion tempted me to speak, Have I repressed the angry word ? 3 Have I with cheerful zeal obeyed What my kind parents bade me do ? Have I by word or action said The thing that was not strictly true ? 4 In hard temptation's troubled hour, Then have I stopped to think and pray, That God would give my soul the power To chase the sinful thought away ? 5 Thou ! who seest all my heart, Do thou forgive and love me still ; Do thou each day new strength impart. And make me love and do thy will. 20 JAX.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 10; 11 10 January 10. L. M. AJfreton. CHRIST OUR EXAMPLE. " For I have giren yon an example, that ye should do as I hare done to you.'' — John xiii. 15. 1 A FAKE us, by thy transforming grace, -^ -*- Dear Saviour, daily more like thee I Thy fair example may we trace, To teach us what we ought to be I 2 Oh, how benevolent, and kind I How mild ! — how ready to forgive ! Be this the temper of our mind, And these the rules by which we live. 3 To do his heavenly Father's will Was his employment and delight ; Humility and holy zeal Shone through his life divinely bright. 4 Dispensing good where'er he came, The labors of his life were love ; Then, if we bear the Saviour's name, By his example let us move. 5 But ah I how blind I — how weak we are I How frail I — how apt to turn aside ! Lord, we depend upon thy care, And ask thy Spirit for our guide. 11 January 11. S. M. St. Thomas. THE TOU>'G ASKING DIVIXE GUXD-^XE. '• Wilt thou not from this time cry unto me. My Father, thou art the guide of my youth?" — Jtr. iii. L 1 "JpROM earliest dawn of life, -■- Thy goodness we have shared ; And still we live to sing thy praise, By sovereign mercy spared. 2 To learn and do thy will, Lord, our hearts incline : And o'er the paths of future life Command thy light to shine. 3 While taught thy word of truth, May we that word receive; 21 12, 13 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [jAN. And when we hear of Jesus' name, In that blest name believe ! 4 Oh ! let us never tread The broad, destructive road, But trace those holy paths which lead To glory, and to God. iJi January 12. C. M. Arlinglon. GOD OUR BENEFACTOR. '•The earth is full of the goodness of the Lord." — Ps. xxxui. 5 1 TEHOVAH, God! thy gracious power ^ On every hand we see ; Oh ! may the blessings of each hour Lead all our thoughts to thee. 2 If, on the wings of morn, we speed To earth's remotest bound. Thy hand will there our journey lead, Thine arm our path surround. 3 Thy power is in the ocean deeps. And reaches to the skies; Thine eye of mercy never sleeps, Thy goodness never dies. 4 From morn till noon — till latest eve, Thy hand, God, we see ; And all the blessings we receive Proceed alone from thee. 5 In all the varying scenes of time, On thee our hopes depend ; In every age — in every clime, Our Father and our Friend. 1 January 13. C. M. Warwick. A MORNING SONG. " I will ping of thy power ; yea, I will sing aloud of thy mercy in the morning." — Ps. lix. 16. 1 r^ OD of my life ! my morning song ^-^ To thee I cheerful raise : Thy acts of love 'tis good to sing, And pleasant 'tis to praise. JAN.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 14, 15 2 Preserved by thine almighty arm, I passed the shades of night, Serene, and safe from every harm, To see the morning light. 3 Oh I let the same almighty care Through all this day attend : From every danger — every snare, My heedless steps defend. 4 Smile on my minutes as they roll, And guide my future days ; And let thy goodness fill my soul With gratitude and praise. 14: January 14. L. M. Uxhridge, jr.UTSTT OF GOD. " I will speak of the glorious honour of thy majesty, and of thy wondrous works." — Fs. cxlv. 5. 1 /^^OME, my soul ! in sacred lays, ^ Attempt thy great Creator's praise ; But oh I what tongue can speak his fame ? AYhat mortal verse can reach the theme ? 2 Enthroned amid the radiant spheres. He glory, like a garment, wears ; To form a robe of light divine Ten thousand suns around him shine. 3 In all our Maker's grand designs, Omnipotence, with wisdom, shines ; His works, through all this wondrous frame, Declare the glory of his name. 4 Eaised on devotion's lofty wing. Do thou, my soul! his glories sing; And let his praise employ thy tongue. Till listening worlds shall join the song. iO January 15. CM. Coronation. THE saviour's IXVITATIOX. '• WhopoeTer drinketh of the water that I shall give him, shall never thirst ; but the water that I shall give him, shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life." — John iv. 14. 1 ^^HE Saviour calls, let every ear -*- Attend the heavenly sound; 23 16 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JAN. Ye doubting souls ! dismiss your fear, Hope smiles reviving round. 2 For every thirsty, longing heart, Here streams of bounty flow, And life, and health, and bliss impart. To banish mortal wo. 3 Ye sinners ! come ; 'tis mercy's voice ; That gracious voice obey ; Mercy invites to heavenly joys, — And can you yet delay ? 4 Dear Saviour ! draw reluctant hearts ; To thee let sinners fly, And take the bliss thy love imparts, And drink, and never die. lb January 16. CM. Balerma, TOUTH DEVOTED TO GOD. " My son, forget not my law ; but let thine heart keep my commandments : for length of days, and long life, and peace shall they add to thee." — Prov. iii. 1, 2. 1 TTOUTH, when devoted to the Lord, -^ Are pleasing in his eyes ; A flower, though ofl'er'd in the bud, Is no vain sacrifice. 2 'Tis easier far if we begin To fear the Lord betimes ; For sinners who grow old in sin Are hardened by their crimes. 3 It saves us from a thousand snares To mind religion young ; Grace will preserve our following years And make our virtues strong. 4 To thee. Almighty God, to thee Our hearts we now resign : 'Twill please us to look back and see That our whole lives were thine. 24 JAX.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 17, IS ±V January 17. CM. Feterhorough. A MORMXG HTMX. " Cause me to hear thy loving-kindness in the morning : for in thee do I trust." — Ps. cxliii. 8. 1 /^XCE more, my soul, the rising day ^ Salutes thy waking eyes : Once more, my voice, thy tribute pay To him who rules the skies. 2 'Tis he supports my mortal frame ; My tongue shall speak his praise : My sins Trould rouse his wrath to flame, And yet his wrath delays. 3 How many souls from earth have fled Since the last setting sun ! And yet thou lengthenest out my thread, And yet my moments run. 4 Great God I let all my hours be thine. While I enjoy the light ; Then shall my sun in smiles decline, And bring a peaceful night. lb January 18. L. M. EJmgham. PRATEE, FOR DITiyE GUIDANCE. "Order my steps in thy word : and let not any iniquity hare dominion over me." — Ps. cxix. 133. 1 r^ RE AT God: our Father and our Friend, ^^ On whom we cast our constant care, On whom for all things we depend, To thee we raise our humble prayer. 2 Endue us with a holy fear ; The frailty of our hearts reveal : Sin and its snares are always near — Thee may we always nearer feel. 3 Oh I that to thee each youthful mind May with a steadfast love aspire ; The path of wisdom early find, And check the rise of wrong desire. C 25 19; 20 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JAN. 4 Oh ! that our watchful souls may fly The first perceived approach of sin ; Look up to thee when danger's nigh, And feel thy fear control within. 5 Search, gracious God ! each inmost heart ; From guilt and error set us free ; Thy light, and truth, and peace impart, And guide us safe to heaven and thee. ij January 19. S. M. Watcliman. THE GOOD SHEPHERD. "The Lord is my shepherd ; I shall not want." — Ps. xxiii. 1. 1 ^HE Lord my shepherd is ; -^ I shall be well supplied ; Since he is mine, and I am his, What can I want beside ? 2 He leads me to the place Where heavenly pasture grows ; Where living waters gently pass, And fall salvation flows. 3 If e'er I go astray, He doth my soul reclaim ; And guides me in his own right way, For his most holy name. 4 While he afi'ords his aid, I cannot yield to fear ; Though I should walk through death's dark shade, My Shepherd's with me there. 20 January 20. L. M. Ward. EXAMPLE OF CHRIST. " Christ also suffered for ns, leaving us an example that we should follow his steps." — 1 Pet. ii. 21. 1 A ND is the gospel peace and love ? ■^^ Such let our conversation be ; The serpent blended with the dove, Wisdom and meek simplicity. 2G JAN.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 21 2 Whene'er the angry passions rise, And tempt our thoughts or tongues to strife, On Jesus let us fix our eyes, Bright pattern of the Christian life. 3 Oh, hoTV benevolent and kind ! How mild I how ready to forgive ! Be his the temper of our mind, And his the rules by which we live. 4 To do his heavenly Father's will Was his employment and delight : Humility and holy zeal Shone through his life divinely bright. 5 Dispensing good where'er he came, The labours of his life were love : Then, if we love the Saviour's name, By his example let us move. J/jL January 21. 7s. PleyeVs Hymn, THE EEIGN OF CHRIST. '• The Lord hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the broken-hearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound.'" — Isaiah Ixi. 1. 1 TTASTEN, Lord ! the glorious time, -*-■- When, beneath Messiah's sway, Every nation,. every clime. Shall the gospel-call obey. 2 Mightiest kings his power shall own, Heathen tribes his name adore ; Satan and his host, o'erthrown, Bound in chains, shall hurt no more. 3 Then shall wars and tumults cease, Then be broken slavery's chain ; Righteousness, and joy, and peace, Undisturbed shall ever reign. 4 Bless we, then, our gi*acious Lord ; Ever praise his glorious name ; All his mighty acts record ; All his wondrous love proclaim. 22j 23 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JAN. ZZ January 22. L. M. Hebron. GOD OUR FATHER. " Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child, he shall not enter therein." — 3Iark x. 15. 1 r^ REAT God ! and wilt thou condescend ^^ To be my Father and my friend ? I but a child, and thou so high, The Lord of earth, and air, and sky ! 2 Art thou my Father ? — Let me be A meek, obedient child to thee ; And try, in every deed and thought, To serve and please thee as I ought. 3 Art thou my Father ? — I'll depend Upon the care of such a friend ; And only wish to do and be , Whatever seemeth good to thee. 4 Art thou my Father ? — Then, at last, When all my days on earth are past, Send down, and take me, in thy love, ' To be thy better child above. 23 January 23. C. M. Medfield, GOODNESS OP GOD. " Thou art good, and docst good ; teach me thy statutes.'- — Ps. cxix. 68. 1 T OKD, I would own thy tender care, -■-^ And all thy love to me ; The food I eat, the clothes I wear, Are all bestow'd by thee. 2 'Tis thou preservest me from death And dangers every hour ; I cannot draw another breath, Unless thou givest the power. 3 My health, and friends, and parents dear, To me by God are given ; I have not any blessings here. But wliat are sent from heaven. 28 JAN.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 24, 25 4 Such goodness, Lord, and constant care, A child can ne'er repay ; But may it be my daily prayer To loye thee and obey. Z4: January 24. L. M. Missionary Chant. NATITRE AXD EEyZLATIOX. '•The judgments of the Lord are true and righteous alto- gether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea. than much fine gold." — Ps. xix. 9, 10. 1 nPHE heayens declare thy glory, Lord I -■- In eyery star thy -wisdom shines ; But when our eyes behold thy word, We read thy name in fairer lines. 2 The rolling sun, the changing light. And nights and days thy power confess ; But the blest yolume thou hast writ Reyeals thy justice and thy grace. 3 Nor shall thy spreading gospel rest, Till through the world thy truth has run, Till Christ has all the nations blest, That see the light, or feel the sun. 4 Great Sun of Eighteousness I arise ; Bless the dark world with heayenly light ; Thy gospel makes the simple wise. Thy laws are pure, thy judgments right. 5 Thy noblest wonders here we yiew, In souls renew'd, and sins forgiyen : Lord I cleanse my sins, my soul renew. And make thy word my guide to heayen. ^D January 25. 7s & 6s. Missionary. '• Pray without ceasing." — 1 Thess. t. 17. 1 C^ 0, when the morning shineth, ^-^ Go, when the noon is bright, Go, when the eye declineth. Go, in the hush of niirht ; c2" 29 26 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JAN Go, with pure mind and feeling, Put earthly thoughts away, And, in God's presence kneeling, Do thou in secret pray. 2 Remember all who love thee, All who are loved by thee ; Pray, too, for those who hate thee, If any such there be ; Then for thyself, in meekness, A blessing humbly claim, And blend with each petition Thy great Redeemer's name. 3 Or, if 'tis e'er denied thee In solitude to pray, Should holy thoughts come o'er thee When friends are round thy way, E'en then, the silent breathing Thy spirit lifts above Will reach his throne of glory, Where dwells eternal love. 4 Oh, not a joy or blessing With this can we compare, — The grace our Father gives us To pour our souls in prayer ! Whene'er thou pin'st in sadness. On him who saveth, call; And ever in thy gladness. Thank him who gave thee all. 26 January 26. L. M. Quito, CHRIST'S KINGDOM. "He shall .iudj]^e the people with righteousness: he shall hrcak in pieces the oppressor : his name shall endure for ever; and men shall be blessed in him." — Fs. Ixxii. 2, 4, 17. 1 TESTIS shall reign where'er the sun ^ Does his successive journeys run; His kingdom stretch from shore to shore, Till moons shall wax and wane no more. 2 For him shall endless prayer be made, And praises throng to crown his head ; 20 JAN.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 27 His name, like sweet perfume, shall rise With every morning sacrifice. 3 People and realms of every tongue Dwell on his love with sweetest song; And infant voices shall proclaim Their early blessings on his name. 4 Blessings abound where'er he reigns ; The joyful captive bursts his chains ; The weary find eternal rest, And all the sons of want are blest. 5 Let every creature rise and bring Peculiar honors to our King; Angels descend with songs again, And earth repeat the loud amen! 27 January 27. CM. Balerma. GOD TO BE SOUGHT EN' YOUTH. " Wisdom is the principal thing ; therefore get wisdom : and with all thy getting get understanding."* — Prov. iv. 7. 1 TN life's gay morn, when sprightly youth -*- With vital ardor glows. And shines in all the fairest charms That beauty can disclose; — 2 Deep in thy soul, before its powers Are yet by vice enslaved, Be thy Creator's glorious name And character engraved; — 3 Ere yet the shades of sorrow cloud The sunshine of thy days, And cares and toils, in endless round, Encompass all thy ways ; — 4 Ere yet thy heart the woes of age, With vain regret, deplore, And sadly muse on former joys, That now return no more. 5 True wisdom, early sought and gained, In age will give thee rest ; Oh, then, improve the morn of life, To make its evening blest. 31 28; 29 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [jAN. Zo January 28. C. M. Christmas. '• Now they desire a Ibetter country, that is, a heavenly . wherefore God is not ashamed to be called their God; for he hath prepared for them a city." — Heb. xi. 16. 1 TTAKK! from that glorious world, what songs -*--*- Those heavenly voices raise ; Ten thousand thousand infant tongues Unite in perfect praise. 2 Those are the hymns that we shall know, If Jesus we obey ; That is the place where we shall go, If found in wisdom's way. 3 This is the joy we ought to seek, And make our chief concern ; For this we come from week to week To read, and hear, and learn. 4 Our earthly race will soon be run, Our mortal frame decay; Scholars and teachers, one by one, Must droop and pass away. 5 Great God! impress the serious thought Each day on every breast; That both the teachers and the taught May enter to thy rest. 29 January 29. L. M. Alfreton. god's care acknowledged. "0 give thanks unto the Lord, for he is good : for his mercy endureth for ever." — Fs. cvii. 1. 1 r^ IVE thanks to God — he reigns above ; ^^ Kind are his thoughts, his name is love; His mercy ages past have known. And ages long to come shall own. 2 His smile illumes the morning ray, His arm protects us through the day; His ever-watchful eye will keep And guard us safely while we sleep. 32 JAN.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 30 •3 He feeds and clothes us all the way, He guides our footsteps lest we stray, He leads us with a father's hand, And brings us to the heavenly land. 4 Oh I let us, then, with joy record The truth and goodness of the Lord; How great his works — how kind his ways! Let every tongue pronounce his praise. 30 January 30. C. M. Mear. PRAYER FOR WISDOM. "Because thou hast not asked riches, wealth, or honour, neither hast asked lon^ life ; hut hast asked wisdom and knowledge for thyself: wisdom and knowledge 13 granted unto thee."- — 2 Chron. i. 11, 12. 1 A LMIGHTY God, in humble prayer -^^ To thee our souls we lift ; Do thou our waiting minds prepare For thy most needful gift. 2 'We ask not golden streams of wealth Along our path to flow; We ask not undecaying health, Nor length of years below: 3 We ask not honors, which an hour May bring and take away ; We ask not pleasure, pomp, or power. Lest we should go astray: 4 We ask for wisdom: Lord, impart The knowledge how to live ; A wise and understanding heart To each of us now give. 5 May we remember thee in youth, Before the evil days; And e'er be guided by thy truth Li wisdom's pleasant wavs. 33 31^ 32 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [FEB. 31 January 31. S. M. St. Thomas. THE lord's prayer. " After this manner pray ye." — Matt. vi. 9. 1 O^'^ Heavenly Father, hear ^^ The prayer we offer now : Thy name be hallowed far and near, To thee all nations bow. 2 Thy kingdom come ; thy will On earth be done in love, As saints and seraphim fulfil Thy perfect law above. 8 Our daily bread supply, While by thy word we live; The guilt of our iniquity Forgive as we forgive. 4 From dark temptation's powei Our feeble hearts defend; Deliver in the evil hour. And guide us to the end. 5 Thine, then, for ever be Glory and power divine ; The sceptre, throne, and majesty Of heaven and earth are thine. oZ February 1. CM. Arlington. BREATHING AFTER HOLINESS. '•0 ."end out thy light and thy truth : let them lead me; let them bring me unto thy holy hill." — Ps. xliii. 3. 1 r\ THAT the Lord would guide my ways ^ To keep his statutes still ; that my God would grant me grace To know and do his will. 2 send thy Spirit down to write Thy law upon my heart ; Nor let my tongue indulge deceit, Nor act the liar's part. FEB.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 33, 34 3 From vanity turn off mine eyes ; Let no corrupt design Nor covetous desires arise Within tliis soul of mine. 4 Order my footsteps by thy word, And make my heart sincere ; Let sin have no dominion, Lord ! But keep my conscience clear. 5 Make me to walk in thy commands — 'Tis a delightful road ; Nor let my head, or heart, or hands, Offend against my God. do February 2. 7s. FleyeVs Hymn. god's aid invoked in the morning. " Lord, he gracious unto us, be thou our arm every morn- ing, our salvation also in the time of trouble." — Isa. xxxiii. 2. 1 IVTOW the shades of night are gone ; -^^ Now the morning light is come : Lord, m.ay we be thine to-day ; Drive the shades of sin away. 2 Fill our souls with heavenly light, Banish doubt, and clear our sight ; In thy service. Lord, to-day, May we stand, and watch, and pray. 8 Keep our haughty passions bound ; Save us from our foes around ; Going out and coming in, Keep us safe from every sin. o4: February 3. 7s & 6s. Eomaine. JTSU3 WELCOMED. " Hosanna to the Son of Darid : blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord : hosanna in the highest," — Matt. xxi. 9. 1 T\rHEN, his salvation bringing, ^* To Zion Jesus came, The children all stood singing Hosanna to his name. 35 85 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [FEB. Nor did their zeal oifend him, But as he rode along, He bade them still attend him, And smiled to hear their song. 2 And since the Lord retaineth His love for children still, Though now as King he reigneth On Zion's heavenly hill, \Ye'll flock around his banner Who sits upon the throne ; And cry aloud, " Hosanna To David's royal Son." 8 For should we fail proclaiming Our great Redeemer's praise. The stones, our silence shaming, Might well hosanna raise. But shall we only render The tribute of our words ? * No ! while our hearts are tender, They, too, shall be the Lord's. 00 February 4. 8s & 7s. Sicilian Hijmn. TEMPERANCE HYMX.* '• Who liatli WO ? who hath sorrow ? who hath contentions? who hath babbling? who hath wounds without cause? who hath redness of eyes ? The)^ that tarry long at the wine ; they that go to seek mixed wine." — Prov. xxiii. 29, 30. 1 COURCS of being, Holy Father, ^ With the day's returning light, Here again with thanks we gather, For the mercies of the night. 2 Pillows wet with tears of anguish, Couches pressed in sleepless woe, Where the sons of riot languish, Father, may we never know ! 8 For the maddening cup shall never To our thirsting lips be pressed, But our draught shall be, for ever, The cold water thou hast blessed. * On the 4th of February, 1813, the " Massachusetts Society for the Suppression of Intemperance" was formed, — the first of the kind in our country. 36 FEB.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 36, 37 4 This shall give us strength to labour, This, make all our stores increase ; This, with thee and with our neighbour, Bind us in the bonds of peace. 5 For the lake, the well, the river, Water brook, and crystal spring, Do we now, to thee, the Giver, Thanks, our daily tribute, bring. 36 February 5. C. M. Si. Martin's. OUE SATETY I>' GOD. " The Lord shall preserve thee from all evil : he shall pre- serve thy soul. The Lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in." — Fs. cxxi. 7, 8. 1 /'^N thee, each morning, my God, ^^ My waking thoughts attend ; Iq thee are founded all my hopes, In thee my wishes end. 2 My soul, in pleasing wonder lost, Thy boundless love surveys ; And, fired with grateful zeal, prepares A sacrifice of praise. 3 When evening slumbers press my eyes, With his protection blest, In peace and safety I commit My weary limbs to rest. * 4 My spirit, in his hand secure, Fears no approaching ill ; For, whether waking or asleep, Thou, Lord, art with me still. o7 February 6. L. M. Uxbridge. THE ENFLUZXCE OF THE SPIRIT INVOKED. " Thou Shalt guide me with thy counsel, and afterward re- ceive me to glory.*' — Ps. Ixxiii. 24. 1 /^OME, gracious Spirit, heavenly Dove, ^^ With light and comfort from above ; Be thou our Guardian, thou our Guide ; O'er every thought and step preside. D 37 38, 39 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [FEB. 2 To us the light of truth display, And make us know and choose thy way ; Plant holy fear in every heart, That we from God may ne'er depart. 3 Lead us to holiness — the road Which we must take to dwell with God ; Lead us to Christ — the living way ; Nor let us from his pastures stray ; — 4 Lead us to God, — our final rest, — To be with him for ever blest ; Lead us to heaven, its bliss to share — Fulness of joy for ever there. So February 7. L. M. Truro. GLORY AND GRACE IN CHRIST. "Sing unto the Lord, bless his name; show forth his salva- tion from day to day." — Fs. xcyi. 2. 1 I^OW to the Lord a noble song ! -^^ Awake, my soul ! awake, my tongue ! Hosanna to the eternal name, And all his boundless love proclaim. 2 See where it shines in Jesus' face, — The brightest image of his grace ! God, in the person of his Son, Has all his mightiest works outdone. 3 Grace ! — 'tig a sweet, a charming theme ; My thoughts rejoice at Jesus' name : Ye angels ! dwell upon the sound ; Ye heavens ! reflect it to the ground. 4 Oh ! may I reach that happy place Where he unveils his lovely face ; ' Where all his beauties you behold, And sing his name to harps of gold. o9 February 8. L. M. Bglngham. PLEASURE OF COMMUNING WITH GOD. " My meditation of him shall be sweet. I will be glad in the Lord."— Pi-, civ. 34. 1 TTOW sweet to leave the world a while, -■"*- And seek the presence of our Lord ! FEB.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 40, 41 Dear Saviour, on thy people smile, And come according to thy word. 2 From busy scenes we now retreat. That we may here converse with thee ; Lord, behold us at thy feet ! Let this the gate of heaven be. 3 Come, blest Redeemer, now appear ; May we by faith behold thy face ! Oh speak, that we thy voice may hear, And let thy presence fill this place ! 40 February 9. L. M. Uxhridge. THE SEfXEE INVITED TO GOD. "That they may return every man from his evil way; that I may forgive their iniquity and their sin." — Jer. xxxvi 3. 1 "DETURX, wanderer I now return, -*-^ And seek thine injured Father's face : Those new desires that in thee burn, Were kindled by reclaiming grace. 2 Return, wanderer ! now return. He hears thy deep repentant sigh; He hears thy softened spirit mourn, When no intruding ear is nigh. 3 Return, wanderer ! now return. Thy Saviour bids thy spirit live ; Go to his bleeding feet, and learn How freely Jesus can forgive. 4 Return, wanderer ! now return, And wipe away the falling tear ; Thy FathfT calls — "No longer mourn!" 'Tis mercy's voice invites thee near. 4i February 10. CM. Coronation, THE saviour's mission AND LOVE. '•Who gave himself for our sins, that he might deliver us from this present evil -world." — Gal. i. 4. T HE Saviour ! — Oh I what endless charms Dwell in the blissful sound 1 42 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [FEB. Its influence every fear disarms, And spreads sweet peace around. 2 Here pardon, life, and joys divine, In rich effusion flow, For guilty rebels lost in sin, And doomed to endless wo. 3 Oh ! the rich depths of love divine, Of bliss a boundless store ! Dear Saviour ! let me call thee mine ; I cannot wish for more. 4 On thee alone my hope relies, Beneath thy cross I fall ; My Lord, my life, my sacrifice, My Saviour and my all ! 42 February 11. 7s. Sahhath, PRATER FOR A CHRISTIAN TEMPER. "Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; and walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us." — I}ph. v. 1, 2. 1 p OD of truth, and God of love ! ^-^ Send thy Spirit from above ! Teach us so to speak and hear That thy glory may appear — That in us the world may find All our Master's gentle mind ; Thus our fellowship approve, f God of truth, and God of love ! 2 God of truth, and God of love ! O'er our wayward tempers move ; Touch them with celestial fire. Holy love and zeal inspire : While we feel the sacred glow, Lay each evil passion low ; Frame us for the world above, God of truth, and God of love I 40 PEB.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 43, 44 43 February 12. CM. Mear. THE MERCY-SEAT. " I have trusted in thy mercy ; my heart shall rejoice in thy salvation." — FS. xiii. 5. 1 "T~\EAK Father I to thy mercy-seat -^ My soul for shelter flies : 'Tis here I find a safe retreat, When storms and tempests rise. 2 My cheerful hope can never die, If thou, my God ! art near ; Thy grace can raise my comforts high, And banish every fear. 3 My great Protector, and my Lord 1 Thy constant aid impart; Oh I let thy kind, thy gracious word Sustain my trembling heart. 4 Oh I never let my soul remove From this divine retreat ; Still let me trust thy power and love, And dwell beneath thy feet. 44 February 13. L. M. Portugal god's goodness U>'CEASIXG. " Oh, how great is thy goodness, which thou hast laid up for them that fear thee." — Ps. xxxi. 19. 1 A TY God, how endless is thy love I -^'-*- Thy gifts are every evening new ; And morning mercies from above Gently distil like early dew. 2 Thou spread'st the curtains of the night, Great Guardian of my sleeping hours, Thy sovereign word restores the light. And quickens all my drowsy powers. 3 I yield my powers to thy command, To thee I consecrate my days ; Perpetual blessings from thy hand Demand perpetual songs of praise. d2 41 45^,46 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [FEB. 4:0 February 14. C. M, • Peterborough , CHRIST THE WAY, THE TRUTH, AND THE LIFE. " Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, and the truth, and the _ "^ * life : no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. — John xiv. 6. 1 nnHOU art the way — to thee alone -*- From sin and death we flee ; And he who would the Father seek, Must seek him, Lord, by thee. 2 Thou art the truth — thy word alone True wisdom can impart ; Thou only canst inform the mind And purify the heart. 3 Thou art the life — ^the rending tomb Proclaims thy conquering arm, And those who put their trust in thee Nor death, nor hell shall harm. 4 Thou art the way — the truth — the life ; Grant us that way to know. That TRUTH to keep — that life to win, Whose joys eternal flow. 4o February 15. C. M. Arlington. GOD EVERYWHERE. " Thou compassest my path and my lying down, and art acquainted with ail my ways. For there is not a word in my tongue, but lo, Lord, thou knowest it altogether." — Ps. cxxxix. 3, 4. 1 TN all my vast concerns with thee, -*- In vain my soul would try To shun thy presence. Lord, or flee The notice of thine eye. 2 Thine all-surrounding sight surveys My rising and my rest ; My public walks, my private ways, And secrets of my breast. 3 My thoughts lie open to the Lord, Before they're formed within ; And ere my lips pronounce the word, He knows the sense I mean. 42 FEB.] HYMNS TOR SCHOOLS. 47 4 Oh, wondrous knowledge, deep and high ! Where can a creature hide ? "Within thy circling arms I lie, Beset on every side. 5 So let thy grace surround me still, And like a bulwark prove, To guard my soul from every ill, Secured by sovereign love. -±7 Febmary 16. 7s. & 6s. Bomaine. THE REIGX OF CHRIST. " And he shall sp^eak peace unto the heathen : and his do- minion shall be from sea to sea, and from the river to the ends of the earth."— Ztc7t. ix. 10. 1 TTAIL to the Lord's anointed! -^^ Great David's greater Son ; Hail, in the time appointed, His reign on earth begun ! He comes to break oppression. To set the captive free, To take away transgression. And rule in equity. 2 He comes, with succour speedy To those who suffer wrong ; To help the poor and needy. And bid the weak be strong ; Before him on the mountains, Shall Peace, the herald, go ; And righteousness, in fountains, From hill to valley flow. 3 For him shall prayer unceasing, And daily vows ascend ; His kingdom still increasing, A kingdom without end : The tide of time shall never His covenant remove ; His name shall stand for ever ; That name to us is — Love. 43 48; 49 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [FEB. 48 February 17. C. M. Rochester. "WHO IS MY NEIGHBOR?" " To do good, and to communicate.* forget not : for with such sacrifice God is well pleased." — Heb. xiii. 16. 1 T/l/^HO is thy neighbor ? he whom thou ^^ Hast power to aid or bless ; Whose aching heart or burning brow Thy soothing hand may press. 2 Thy neighbor ? 'tis the fainting poor, Whose eye with want is dim ; Oh, enter thou his humble door, With aid and peace for him. 3 Thy neighbor ? 'tis the heart bereft Of every earthly gem ; Widow and orphan helpless left: — Go thou, and shelter them. 4 Thy neighbor ? 'tis the weary slave. Fettered in mind and limb ; He hath no hope this side the grave ; Go thou and ransom him. 5 Thy neighbor ? pass no mourner by ; Perhaps thou canst redeem A breaking heart from misery ; — Go, share thy lot with him. 49 February 18. L. M. Wells. GRATITUDE FOR THE SAVIOUR. " Thanks he unto God for his unspeakable gift." — 2 Cor. ix. 15. 1 ]^0W let my soul, eternal King ! -^^ To thee its grateful tribute bring : My knee with humble homage bow ; My tongue perform its solemn vow. 2 All nature sings thy boundless love, In worlds below — and worlds above : But in thy blessed word I trace Diviner wonders of thy grace. * "To communicate or impart to others; that is, to sharo with them what we haye."^^a?'ne6\ 44 FEB.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 50 3 There ^hat delightful truths I read There I behold the Saviour bleed: His name salutes my listening ear, Revives my heart, and checks my fear. 4 There Jesus bids my sorrows cease, And gives my laboring conscience peace ; Raises my grateful passions high, And points to mansions in the sky. 5 For love like this, oh I let my song, Through endless years thy praise prolong , Let distant climes thy name adore, Till time and nature are no more. 50 February 19. C. M. Medfield. TTHAT IS PEATEE? " In every thing by prayer and supplication -vrith thanks- giving let your requests be made known unto God. — Phil. iv. 6. 1 "pPvAYER is the soul's sincere desire, -^ L'nuttered or expressed ; The motion of a hidden fire That trembles in the breast. 2 Prayer is the burden of a sigh, The falling of a tear, The upward glancing of an eye, — "When none but God is near. 3 Prayer is the simplest form of speech That infant lips can try ; — Prayer, the sublimest strains that reach The Majesty on high. 4 Prayer is the Christian's vital breath, The Christian's native air ; His watchword at the gates of death, — He enters heaven with prayer. 5 Prayer is the contrite sinner's voice, Returning from his ways ; "While angels, in their songs, rejoice. And cry, — "Behold he prays I" 45 51, 52 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [FEB. 6 Thou ! by whom we come to God, The life, the truth, the way, — The path of prayer thyself hast trod: — Lord ! teach us how to pray. 51 February 20. C. M. Warwick. HABITUAL DEVOTION. " Every day will I bless thee, and I will praise thy name for ever and ever." — Fs. cxlv. 2. 1 Xy'HILE thee I seek, protecting Power I * * Be my vain wishes stilled ; And may this consecrated hour With better hopes be filled. 2 Thy love the power of thought bestowed ; To thee my thoughts would soar : Thy mercy o'er my life has flowed ; That mercy I adore. 3 In each event of life how clear Thy ruling hand I see ! Each blessing to my soul most dear, Because conferred by thee. 4 In every joy that crowns my days, In every pain I bear, My heart shall find delight in praise, Or seek relief in prayer. •5 When gladness wings my favored hour, Thy love my thoughts shall fill ; Resigned, when storms of sorrow lower, My soul shall meet thy will. 6 My lifted eye, without a tear, The gathering storm shall see ; My steadfast heart shall know no fear ; That heart will rest on thee. OJi February 21. C. M. Laneshorough. EARLY PIETY. " My son, give me thine heart, and let thine eyes observe my ways: so shalt thou find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man." — Prov. xxiii. 26: iii. 4. 1 TN the soft season of thy youth, ^ In nature's smiling bloom, FEB.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 53 Ere age arrive, and trembling wait Its summons to the tomb ; 2 Remember thy Creator, God ! For him thy powers employ ; Make him thy fear, thy love, thy hope, Thy confidence, thy joy. 3 He shall defend and guide thy course Through life's uncertain sea; Till thou art landed on the shore Of blessed eternity. 4 Then seek the Lord betimes, and choose The path of heavenly truth ; The earth affords no lovelier sight Than a religious youth. o3 February 22. C. M. Balerma. forgivi:>t;s3 of ixjceies. "For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you."' — Matt. vi. 14. 1 TX^HEN, for some little insult given, ' * ^ly angry passions rise, I'll think how .Jesus came from heaven, And bore his injuries. 2 He was insulted every day, Though all his words were kind ; But nothing men could do or say Disturbed his heavenly mind. 3 Not all the wicked scoffs he heard, Against the truths he taught. Excited one reviling word. Or one revengeful thought. 4 And when upon the cross he bled, With all his foes in view, "Father, forgive their sins," he said; ** They know not what they do." 5 Dear Jesus, may I learn of thee My temper to amend ; And speak the pardoning word for me, Whenever I offend. 47 54, 55 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [FEB. 54 February 23. H. M. Lenox JOY AT THE saviour's BIRTH. "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.'" — Luke 11. 14. 1 TTARK ! hark !— the notes of joy -*-■- Roll o'er the heavenly plains, And seraphs find employ For their sublimest strains ; Some new delight in heaven is known ; Loud sound the harps around the throne. 2 Hark! hark! — the sounds draw nigh, The joyful hosts descend ; Jesus forsakes the sky, To earth his footsteps bend ; He comes to bless our fallen race ; He comes with messages of grace. 3 Bear, bear the tidings round ; Let every mortal know What love in God is found, What pity he can show ; Ye winds that blow ! ye waves that roll I Bear the glad news from pole to pole. 4 Strike, strike the harps again, To great Immanuel's name ; Arise, ye sons of men ! And all his grace proclaim ; Angels and men ! wake every string, For 'tis the Saviour's praise we sing. 55 February 24. L. M. Hebron, TEACniNQS AND INVITATION OF JESUS. "Come unto me, all ye that labour, and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." — MatL xi. 28. 1 TTOW sweetly flowed the gospel's sound -*--*- From lips of gentleness and grace. When listening thousands gathered round, And joy and reverence filled the place ! 2 From heaven he came, of heaven he spoke, To heaven he led his followers' way ; 48 FEB.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 56, 57 Dark clouds of gloomy night he broke, Unyeiling an immortal day. 3 "Come, wanderers, to my Father's home, Come, all ye weary ones, and rest !" Yes, sacred Teacher, we will come. Obey thee, loye thee, and be blest. 56 February 25. C. M. Peterborough. PRATER FOR WISDOM. '• How mncli better is it to get wisdom than gold ! and to get understanding rather to be chosen than silver I" — Prov. xyi. 16. 1 "pATHER of light: conduct our feet -■- Through life's dark, dangerous road ; Let each advancing step still bring Us nearer to our God. 2 Let heaven-eyed prudence be our guide ; And when we go astray, Recall our feet from folly's paths To wisdom's better way. 3 That heavenly wisdom from above Abundantly impart ; And let it guard, and guide, and warm, And penetrate each heart ; 4 Till it shall lead us to Thyself, Fountain of bliss and love ! And all our darkness be dispersed In endless light above. 07 February 26. CM, Christmas. THE CKRISTIAN RACE. "Wherefore, seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every vii'viht, and the sin which doth so easily beset us. and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus."' — Hcb. xii. 1, 2. 1 A WAKIE, my soul, stretch every nerve, ■^^ And press with vigor on ; A heavenly race demands thy zeal, And an immortal crown. E 49 68; 59 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [FEB. 2 'Tis God's all-animating voice That calls thee from on high ; 'Tis his own hand presents the prize To thine aspiring eye. 3 A cloud of witnesses around Hold thee in full survey ; Forget the steps already trod, And onward urge thy way. 4 Blest Saviour — introduced by thee, Have we our race begun ; And, crowned with victory, at thy feet We'll lay our laurels down. 58 February 27. L. M. Old Hundred. GOD EVERYWHERE TO BE WORSHIPPED. " come, let us worship and bow down : let us kneel before the Lord our maker." — Ps. xcv. 6. 1 T ! God is here ; let us adore, -■^ And humbly bow before his face ; Let all within us feel his power. Let all within us seek his peace. 2 Lo ! God is here ; him day and night United choirs of angels sing ; To him, enthroned above all height. Heaven's host their noblest praises bring. 3 Being of beings ! may our praise Thy courts with grateful incense fill : Still may we stand before thy face, Still hear and do thy sovereign will. 4 More of thy presence, Lord ! impart ; More of thine image may we bear: Oh, fix thy throne in every heart. And reign without a rival there. Oy February 28. 7s & 6s. Romaine. PRAISE TO THE SAVIOUR. " That at the name of Jesus, every knee should bow, and that every tonfj;ue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father."— P/ti7. ii. 10, 11. T thee, blessed Saviour ! My heart exulting sings, 50 FEB.] UYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 60 Rejoicing in thy favor, Almighty King of kings ! I'll celebrate thy glory, With all thy saints above, And tell the joyful story Of thy redeeming love. Soon as the morn with roses Bedecks the dewy east, And when the sun reposes Upon the ocean's breast; My voice, in supplication. Well-pleased thou shalt hear : Oh ! grant me thy salvation, And to my soul draw near. i By thee, through life supported, 111 pass the dangerous road, With heavenly hosts escorted. Up to thy bright abode ; Then cast my crown before thee, And, all my conflicts o'er, In holier songs adore thee, And praises evermore. 60 February 29.* C. M. Rochester. THE BAPD) FLIGHT OF TDK. "7-^ '' So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our ' hearts unto wisdom.'" — Fs. xc. 12. 1 T>EHOLD, my soul, the narrow bound -^ That marks the passing year I How swift the weeks complete their round! How short the months appear ! 2 So fast eternity comes on, And that important day, When all that mortal life has done God's judgment shall survey. '6 Yet, like an idle tale, we pass The swiftly gliding year, * The occurrenoe of a leap year gives us a more lively sense of the rapid tlitrht of time ; and we are apt to a«k ourselves, Shall we ever see another twenty-ninth of Februarj- ? Gl 61 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MARCH. And study artful ways to increase The speed of its career. 4 Awake, God ! my careless heart Its great concern to see, That I may act the Christian part, And give the year to thee. 5 So shall their course more grateful roll, If future years arise ; Or this shall bear my waiting soul To joy which never dies. 61 March 1. S. M. St. Thomas. " Sing unto the Lord with thanksgiving ; who covereth the heaven with clouds, who prepareth rain for the earth, who maketh grass to grow upon the mountains." — Ps. cxlvii. 7, 8. 1 O WEET is the time of spring, ^ When nature's charms ajDpear ; The birds with ceaseless pleasure sing, And hail the opening year : 2 But sweeter far the spring Of wisdom and of grace, When children bless and praise their King, Who loves the youthful race. 3 Sweet is the dawn of day. When light just streaks the sky ; When shades and darkness pass away, And morning's beams are nigh : 4 But sweeter far the dawn Of piety in youth ; When doubt and darkness are withdrawn, Before the light of truth. 5 Sweet is the early dew. Which gilds the mountain's tops. And decks each plant and flower we view, AVith pearly glittering drops : 6 But sweeter far the scene . On Zion's holy hill. When there the dew of youth is seen Its freshness to distil. 52 MARCH.] HYMXS FOR SCHOOLS. 62, 63 62 Marcli 2. L. M. Portugal CHRIST'S INVITATION. " If any man thirst, let him come unto me and drink."— John vii. 37. 1 " /^OME hither, all ye Tveary souls, ^ Ye heavy-laden sinners, come ; I'll give you rest from all your toils, AjQd raise you to my heavenly home. 2 " They shall find rest that learn of me : I'm of a meek and lowly mind : But passion rages like the sea. And pride is restless as the wind. 3 ''Blessed is the man whose shoulders take My yoke, and bear it with delight ; My yoke is easy to his neck. My grace shall make the burden light." 4 Jesus, we come at thy command ; With faith, and hope, and humble zeal, Resign our spirits to thy hand. To mould and guide us at thy will. 63 March 3. C. M. Peterborough. DESIRE TO WALK WITH GOD. '• It is good for me to draw near to God.'' — Fs. Ixxiii. 28. 1 (^H ! for a closer walk with God, ^-^ A calm and heavenly frame, — A light to shine upon the road That leads me to the Lamb ! 2 "WTiere is the blessedness I knew When first I saw the Lord? Where is the soul-refreshing view Of Jesus, and his word ? 3 What peaceful hours I once enjoyed! How sweet their memory still ! But they have left an aching void The world can never fill. e2 53 64, 65 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MARCH. 4 Return, holy Dove ! return, Sweet messejiger of rest ! I hate the sins that made thee mourn, And drove thee from my breast. 5 The dearest idol I have known, — Whate'er that idol be, — Help me to tear it from thy throne, And worship only thee. 6 So shall my walk be close with God, Calm and serene my frame ; So purer light shall mark the road That leads me to the Lamb. 64: March 4. L. M. Missionary Chant. THE EXAMPLE OF CHRIST. " Whosoever will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me." — Mark viii. 31. 1 "\/rY dear Redeemer, and my Lord ! ^^ I read my duty in thy word ; But in thy life the law appears. Drawn out in living characters. 2 Such was thy truth, and such thy zeal, Such deference to thy Father's will, — Such love, and meekness so divine, I would transcribe and make them mine. 3 Cold mountains and the midnight air Witnessed the fervor of thy prayer ; The desert thy temptations knew. Thy conflict, and thy victory too. 4 Be thou my pattern ; — make me bear More of thy gracious image here ; Then God, the judge, shall own my name, Among the followers of the Lamb. 65 March 5. S. M. Watchman. CHRISTIAN WATCHFULNESS. "And what I say unto you, I say unto all, Watch." — Mark xiii.37 1 A CHARGE to keep I have, -^^ A God to glorify ; 54 MARCH.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 66 A never-dying soul to save, And fit it for the sky: — 2 To serve the present age, My calling to fulfil, — Oh ! may it all my powers engage To do my Master's will. 3 Arm me with jealous care, As in thy sight to live ; And oh ! thy servant. Lord, prepare A strict account to give. 4 Help me to watch and pray, And on thyself rely, — Assured, if I my trust betray, I shall for ever die. 66 March 6. CM. Medfield. THE BEAUTY OF CHRISTIAN LOVE. "By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another." — John xiii. 35. 1 TTOW sweet, how heavenly is the sight -*-■- When those that love the Lord, In one another's peace delight. And thus fulfil his word ! 2 When each can feel his brother's sigh, And with him bear a part ; When sorrow flows from eye to eye, And joy from heart to heart : — 3 When, free from envy, scorn, and pride, Our wishes all above. Each can his brother's failings hide, And show a brother's love : — 4 When love, in one delightful stream, Through every bosom flows ; And union sweet, and dear esteem, In every action glows. 5 Love is the golden chain, that binds The happy souls above ; And he's an heir to heaven that finds His bosom glow with love. 55 67 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MARCH. 67 Marcli 7.* 7s & 6s. Missionary. SPREAD OF THE GOSPEL. " Go ye into all the world, and preach, the gospel to every creature." — 31arlc xvi. 15. 1 Tj^ROM Greenland's icy mountains, -*- From India's coral strand, Where Afric's sunny fountains Roll down their golden sand ; From many an ancient river. From many a palmy plain, They call us to deliver Their land from error's chain. 2 What though the spicy breezes Blow soft o'er Ceylon's isle, — Though every prospect pleases, And only man is vile ? — In vain with lavish kindness The gifts of God are strown ; The heathen in his blindness Bows down to wood and stone. 3 Shall we, whose souls are lighted With wisdom from on high, — Shall we, to men benighted. The lamp of life deny? Salvation ! salvation ! — The joyful sound proclaim, Till earth's remotest nation Has learned Messiah's name. 4 Waft — waft, ye winds ! his story, And you, ye waters ! roll, — Till, like a sea of glory. It spreads from pole to pole ; Till, o'er our ransomed nature, The Lamb for sinners slain, Redeemer, King, Creator, In bliss returns to reign. * On the 7th of March, 1804, a meeting was held in London to form a society for the gratuitous distribution of the Bible; and on the 12th of the same month the organization of the '* British and Toreign Bible Society" was completed. 66 MARCH.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 68, 69 68 Marcli 8. S. M. Lisho?i. GRATITUDE TO GOD. "The goodness of God endureth continually." — Ps. lii. 1. 1 'X r Y Maker and my King ! ^^ To thee my all I owe ; Thy sovereign bounty is the spring Whence all my blessings flow. 2 Thou, ever good and kind ! A thousand reasons move, A thousand obligations bind My heart to grateful love. 3 Thy goodness, like the sun, Dawned on my early days, Ere infant reason had begun To form my lips to praise. 4 The creature of thine hand, On thee alone I live ; My God ! thy benefits demand More praise than life can give. 5 let thy grace inspire My soul with strength divine ; Let all my powers to thee aspire, And all my days be thine. 69 March 9. C. M. Jordan. THE INVITATIONS OF THE GOSPEL. " Ho, every one that thirsteth, come ye to the waters, and he that hath no money ; come ye, buy and eat ; yea come, buy wine and milk without money and without price." — Isa. Iv. 1. 1 T ET every mortal ear attend, -^ x\nd every heart rejoice ; The trumpet of the gospel sounds, With an inviting voice. 2 Ho ! all ye hungry, starving souls. That feed upon the wind. And vainly strive with earthly toys To fill the immortal mind, — 3 Eternal wisdom has prepared A soul-reviving feast, 6T 70 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MARCH. And bids your longing appetites The rich provision taste. 4 Ho ! ye that pant for living streams, And pine away — and die — Here you may quench your raging thirst With springs that never dry. 5 Rivers of love and mercy here In a rich ocean join; Salvation in abundance flows, Like floods of milk and wine. 6 The happy gates of gospel grace Stand open night and day ; — Lord, we are come to seek supplies, And drive our wants away. 70 March 10. S. M. SUrland. INFLUENCES OF THE SPIRIT INVOKED. "If ye, then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children; how much more shall your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to them that ask him." — Luke xL 13. 1 /^OME, Holy Spirit, come ! ^ Let thy bright beams arise : Dispel the sorrow from our minds, The darkness from our eyes. 2 Convince us of our sin, Then lead to Jesus' blood ; And to our wondering view reveal The mercies of our God. 3 Revive our drooping faith. Our doubts and fears remove ; And kindle in our breasts the flame Of never-dying love. 4 'Tis thine to cleanse the heart. To sanctify the soul, To pour fresh life in every part, And new-create the whole. 6 Dwell, Spirit, in our hearts ; Our minds from bondage free ; Then shall we know, and praise, and love, The Father, Son, and Thee. 58 MARCH.] KYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 71, 72 71 March 11. 7s. Bencvento. THE ACCEPTED OFFERINO. " I was an hungered, and ye eave me meat : I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink : I was a stranger, and ye took me in : naked, and ye clothed me : I was sick, and ye visited me : I was in prison, and ye came unto me." — Matt. xxv. 35, 36. 1 "pATHER of our feeble race, -*- Wise, beneficent, and kind, Spread o'er nature's ample face. Flows thy goodness unconfined: Musing in the silent grove. Or the busy walks of men. Still we trace thy wondrous love, Claiming large returns again. 2 Lord, what offering shall we bring At thine altars when we bow ? Hearts, the pure unsullied spring AYhence the kirid affections flow ; Soft compassion's feeling soul, By the melting eye expressed ; Sympathy, at whose control Sorrow leaves the wounded breast ; 3 Willing hands to lead the blind. Bind the wounded, feed the poor; Love, embracing all our kind, Charity, with liberal store : Teach us, thou heavenly KLing, Thus to show our grateful mind, Thus the accepted offering bring. Love to thee and all mankind. 72 March 12. C. M. Arlington. VALUE OF THE SCRIPTUHES. '•All scripture is given hy inspiration of God, and is profitar hie for doctrine, for reproof for correction, for instruction in righteousness." — 2 Tim. iii. 16. 1 TTOW precious is the book divine, ^^ By inspiration given ! Bright as a lamp, its doctrines shine, To guide our souls to heaven. 69 73 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MARCH. 2 It sweetly cheers onr drooping hearts, In this dark vale of tears ; Life, light, and joy it still imparts, And quells our rising fears. 3 This lamp, through all the tedious night Of life, shall guide our way ; Till we behold the clearer light Of an eternal day. 73 March 13. C. M. Coronation, THE LAMB OF GOD WORSHIPPED. "Worthy is the Lamb that was slain to receive power, and riches, and wisdom, and strength, and honour, and glory, and blessing." — Rev. v. 12. 1 /^OME, let us join our cheerful songs, ^ With angels round the throne ; Ten thousand thousand are their tongues, But all their joys are one. 2 '' Worthy the Lamb that died" — they cry, " To be exalted thus :" — ''Worthy the Lamb" — our lips reply, " For he was slain for us." 3 Jesus is worthy to receive Honor and power divine ; And blessings more than we can give. Be, Lord, for ever thine. 4 Let all that dwell above the sky, And air, and earth, and seas, Conspire to lift thy glories high, And speak thine endless praise. 5 The whole creation join in one To bless the sacred name Of him who sits upon the throne, And to adore the Lamb. 60 MARCH.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 74, 75 7-i March 14. L. M. Alfreton. ''NOT ASHAMED OF CHRIST/' '• For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ : for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth." — Rom. i. 16. 1 TESUS : and shall it ever be— ^ A mortal man ashamed of thee ? Ashamed of thee, -whom angels praise, Whose glories shine though endless days ? 2 Ashamed of Jesus I — sooner far Let evening blush to own a star ; He sheds the beams of light divine O'er this benighted soul of mine. 3 Ashamed of Jesus — that dear friend On whom my hopes of heaven depend ? No ! — when I blush, be this my shame, — That I no more revere his name. 4 Ashamed of Jesus ? — yes, I may, When I've no guilt to wash away, — No tear to wipe, — no good to crave, — No fears to quell, — no soul to save. 5 Till then — nor is my boasting vain — Till then, I boast a Saviour slain I And oh ! may this my glory be — That Christ is not ashamed of me. 75 March 15. H. M. Bethesda. PLEADING THE PROMISE OF THE SPIRIT. "Cast me not away from thy presence, and take not thy Holy Spirit from me."— P^-. li. 11. 1 f\ THOU that hearest prayer, ^ Attend our humble cry ; And let thy servants share Thy blessing from on high : We plead the promise of thy word ; Grant us thy Holy Spirit, Lord. F 61 76 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MARCH. 2 If earthly parents hear Their children when they cry; If they, with love sincere, Their varied wants supply ; Much more wilt thou thy love display, And answer when thy children pray. 3 Our heavenly Father thou, — We, children of thy grace : let thy Spirit now Descend and fill the place : So shall we feel the heavenly flame, And all unite to praise thy name. 4 may that Sacred Fire, Descending from above. Our languid hearts inspire With fervent zeal and love ; Enlighten our beclouded eyes, And teach our grovelling souls to rise. 76 March 16. L. M. Quito. THE CHRISTIAN WARFARE AND VICTORY. " Follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness : fight the good fight of faith ; lay hold on eternal life."— 1 Tim. vi. 11, 12. 1 C TAND up, my soul — shake off thy fears, ^ And gird the gospel armor on ; March to the gates of endless joy. Where Jesus, thy great Captain's gone. 2 Hell and thy sins resist thy course ; But hell and sin are vanquished foes ; Thy Jesus nailed them to the cross. And sung the triumph when he rose. 3 Then let my soul march boldly on. Press forward to the heavenly gate ; There peace and joy eternal reign. And glittering robes for conquerors wait. 4 There shall I wear a starry crown, And triumph in almighty grace ,' While all the armies of the skies Join in my glorious Leader's praise. MARCH.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 77, 78 77 March 17. L. M. Wells. A MORNING SONG. '•'As for me, I will call upon God. eyening, and morning, and at noon.'" — Fs. ly. 16. 17. 1 /^ REAT God, to thee my morning song, ^-^ AVith humble gratitude I raise ; let thy mercy tune my tongue, And fill my heart with lively praise. 2 My days, unclouded as they pass, And every gently rolling hour, Are monuments of wondrous grace, And witness to thy love and power. 3 may thy power, celestial Guard, Through all this day preserve from harm: Can danger reach me while the Lord Extends his kind, protecting arm ? 4 And when this day my duties close. With sleep refresh my feeble frame ; Safe in thy care may I repose, And wake again to praise thy name. 78 March 18. L. M. Truro. THE HEAVENLY RACE. "Forgetting tho?e things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which art^ before. I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus." — PM. iii. 13, 14. 1 A WAKE, our souls ! away, our fears ! •^^ Let every trembling thought be gone ; Awake — and run the heavenly race, Ajid put a cheerful courage on. 2 True, — 'tis a strait and thorny road. And mortal spirits tire and faint ; But they forget the mighty God, Who feeds the strength of every saint. 3 From thee, the overflowing spring, Our souls shall drink a fresh supply ; While such as trust their native strength Shall melt away, and droop, and die. 63 79^ 80 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MARCH. 4 Swift as an eagle cuts the air, We'll mount aloft to thine abode ; On wings of love our souls shall fly, Nor tire amid the heavenly road. 79 March 19. CM. Mear, RETURNING TO GOD. "Return unto me, and I will return unto you, saith the Lord of hosts." — Mai. iii. 7. 1 "[TOW oft, alas ! this wretched heart -■-■- Has wandered from the Lord ! How oft my roving thoughts depart, Forgetful of his word ! 2 Yet sovereign mercy calls — *' Return !" Dear Lord ! and may I come ? My vile ingratitude I mourn ; Oh ! take the wanderer home, 3 And canst thou — wilt thou yet forgive, And bid my crimes remove ? And shall a pardoned rebel live To speak thy wondrous love ? 4 Almighty grace ! thy healing power, How glorious — how divine ! That can to life and bliss restore A heart so vile as mine ! 5 Thy pardoning love — so free, so sweet — Dear Saviour ! I adore ; Oh ! keep me at thy sacred feet, And let me rove no more. 80 March 20. L. M. Old Hundred, THE lord's prater. " Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done, as in heaven, so in earth." — Luke xi. 2. 1 Tj^ATHER, adored in worlds above ! -*- Thy glorious name be hallowed still; Thy kingdom come, in truth and love ; And earth, like heaven, obey thy will. 64 MARCH.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS]. 81 2 Lord, make our daily Tvants thy care. Forgive the sins that we forsake ; In thy compassion let us share, As fellow-men of ours partake. 3 Evils beset us every hour ; — Thy kind protection we implore: Thine is the kingdom, thine the power, — Be thine the glory evermore. 81 March 21. 7s. riejd's Hymn. THE GOLDEX RULE. " And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise." — Luke vi. 31. 1 'T'HUS said Jesus :— " Go and do J- As thou wouldst be done unto;" Here thy perfect duty see, All that God requires of thee. 2 Wouldst thou, when thy faults are known, Wish that pardon should be shown ? Be forgiving, then, and do As thou wouldst be done unto. 3 Shouldst thou helpless be and poor, Wouldst thou not for aid implore ? Think of others, then, and be What thou wouldst they should to thee. i For compassion if thou call. Be compassionate to all ; If thou wouldst affection find, Be affectionate and kind. 5 If thou wouldst obtain the love Of thy gracious God above, Then to all His children be What thou wouldst they should to thee. F 2 82, 83 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MARCH. 82 March 22. L. M. Ward. CHRISTIANITY TO BE SEEN IN OUR LIVES. " And I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God ; apd the books were opened : and they were judged every one accord- ing to their works." — Eev. xx. 12, 13, 1 Q let our lips and lives express ^ The holy gospel we profess ; So let our works and virtues shine, To prove the doctrine all divine. 2 Thus shall we best proclaim abroad The honors of our Saviour God, When his salvation reigns within. And grace subdues the power of sin. 3 Our flesh and sense must be denied, Passion and envy, lust and pride ; While justice, temperance, truth, and love. Our inward piety approve. 4 Religion bears our spirits up, While we expect that blessed hope — The bright appearance of the Lord — And faith stands leaning on his word. 00 March 23. L. M. 6 lines. Eaton, "THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD." " Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil : for thou art with me : thy rod and thy staff they comfort me." — Ps. xxiii. 4. 1 'T^HE Lord my pasture shall prepare, -*- And feed me with a shepherd's care ; His presence shall my wants supply, And guard me with a watchful eye ; My noon-day walks he will attend, And all my midnight-hours defend. 2 When in the sultry glebe I faint. Or on the thirsty mountain pant. To fertile vales and dewy meads My weary, wandering steps he leads ; Where peaceful rivers, soft and slow, Amid the verdant landscape flow. MARCH.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 84 3 Though in a bare and rugged way, Through devious, lonely wilds I stray, Thy presence shall my pains beguile ; The barren wilderness shall smile, With sudden greens and herbage crowned, And streams shall murmur all around. 4 Though in the paths of death I tread. With gloomy horrors overspread, My steadfast heart shall fear no ill, For thou, Lord ! art with me still ; Thy friendly rod shall give me aid, And guide me through the di-eadful shade. o4: March 24, C. M. Coroiiatiort. DESIGN OF CHKIST'S ADVENT. " The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor ; he hath sent me to heal the broken-hearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind; to set at liberty them that are bruised : to preach the acceptable* year of the Lord." — Luke iv. IS, 19. 1 TTARK I the glad sound I the Saviour comes, -*--■- The Saviour promised long! Let every heart prepare a throne, And every voice a song. 2 He comes — the prisoner to release, In Satan's bondage held: The gates of brass before him burst, The iron fetters yield. 3 He comes — from darkening scales of vice To clear the inward sight ; And on the eye-balls of the blind To pour celestial light. 4 He comes — the broken heart to bind, The bleeding soul to cure ; And with the treasures of his grace, To enrich the humble poor. 5 Our glad hosannas. Prince of peace, Thy welcome shall proclaim ; And heaven's eternal arches ring With thy beloved name. * The "acceptable year" is the year of Jubilee, referred to in Leviticus xxv. 10, " And ye shall proclaim liberty throughout all the land, unto all the inhabitants thereof 67 85, 86 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MARCH. 85 March 25. C. M. Christmas. THE JOYS OF HEAVEN. " Thou wilt show me the path of life : In thy presence is ful- ness of joy ; at thy right hand there are pleasures for ever- more." — Ps. xvi. 11. 1 /^OME, Lord ! and warm each languid heart, ^ Inspire each lifeless tongue, And let the joys of heaven impart Their influence to our song. 2 Then to the shining realms of bliss On wings of faith we'll soar, And all the charms of paradise Our raptured thoughts explore. 3 Sorrow and pain, and fears and care, And discord there shall cease, And perfect joy and love sincere Adorn the realms of peace. 4 There shall the followers of the Lamb Join in immortal songs ; And endless honors to his name Employ their tuneful tongues. 6 Lord ! tune our hearts to praise and love, — Our feeble notes inspire ; Till in thy blissful courts above, We join the heavenly choir. 86 March 26. C. M. St. Martin's. COMMUNING YTITH GOD IN RETIREMENT. " And when he had sent the multitudes away, he went up into a mountain, apart, to pray." — Matt. xiv. 23. 1 ~p AR from the world, Lord ! I flee,— ■ -*- From strife and tumult far : From scenes where Satan wages still His most successful war. 2 The calm retreat, the silent shade, "With prayer and praise agree ; And seem, by thy sweet bounty, made For those who follow thee. G8 MARCH.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 87 3 There, if thy Spirit touch the soul, And grace her mean abode, Oh! with what peace, and joy, and love, She then communes with God. 4 Author and Guardian of my life, — Sweet Source of light divine, — And — all harmonious names in one — Blest Saviour ! — thou art mine. 6 What thanks I owe thee, and what love ! A boundless, endless store, Thy praise shall sound through realms above, When time shall be no more. 87 March 27. L. M. Portugal. '•WHO ON' EARTH ARE BLESSED?" '•Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy: blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God." — Matt. V. 7, 8. 1 "OLEST are the men, whose hearts do move -^ And melt with sympathy and love ; From Christ, the Lord, shall they obtain Like sympathy and love again. 2 Blest are the meek, who stand afar From rage and passion, noise and war ; God will secure their happy state. And plead their cause against the great. 3 Blest are the souls that thirst for grace, — Hunger and long for righteousness ; They shall be well supplied, and fed With living streams and living bread. 4 Blest are the pure, whose hearts are clean From the defiling power of sin ; With endless pleasure they shall see A God of spotless purity. 5 Blest are the sufferers, who partake Of pain and shame, for .Jesus' sake ; Their souls shall triumph in the Lord, — Glory and joy are their reward. C9 88, 89 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MARCH. 88 March 28. CM. Balerma. SPEAK GENTLY. "And be ye kind one to another, tender-hearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you." —Eph. iv. 32. 1 C PEAK gently,— it is better far ^ To rule by love than fear ; Speak gentl^^, — let no harsh word mar The good we may do here. 2 Speak gently to the young, for they Will have enough to bear ; Pass through this life as best they may, 'Tis full of anxious care. 3 Speak gently to the aged one, Grieve not the careworn heart ; * i The sands of life are nearly run, | Let them in peace depart. 4 Speak gently to the erring ones ; They must have toiled in vain ; Perchance unkindness made them so; 0, win them back again! 6 Speak gently, — 'tis a little thing Dropped in the heart's deep well ; The good, the joy, that it may bring, Eternity shall tell. 89 March 29. S. M. Silver Street. PRAISE TO OUR CREATOR. " Bless the Lord, my soul ; and all that is within me, bless his holy name." — Fs. ciii. 1. 1 A LMIGHTY Maker, God, ■^-^ How wondrous is thy name ! Thy glories how diffused abroad, Through all creation's frame ! Nature, in every dress. Her humble homage pays ; And finds a thousand ways to express Her gratitude and praise. 70 I MARCH.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 90 8 The lark mounts up on high With unambitious song, And bears her Maker's praise on high, Upon her ai'tless tongue. 4 My soul would rise and sing Her great Creator too; Fain would my tongue adore my King, And pay the homage due. 5 For God then let me spend The remnant of my days, And ever may my soul ascend, - In grateful songs of praise. 90 March 30. S. M. Lishon. PRAISE FOR PRESERVING GRACE. "Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with loTing-kindneas and tender mercies." — Fs. ciii. 4. 1 nrO God, the only wise, -*- Our Saviour, and our King, Let all the saints below the skies Their humble praises bring. 2 'Tis his almighty love, His counsel and his care. Preserves us safe from sin and death, And every hurtful snare. 3 He will present our souls, Unblemished and complete. Before the glory of his face, With joys divinely great. 4 Then all the chosen seed Shall meet around the throne : Shall bless the conduct of his grace, And make his wonders known. 5 To our Redeemer God Wisdom with power belongs ; Immortal crowns of majesty. And everlasting songs. n 91^ 92 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [APRIL 91 March 31. L. M. Buhe Street. THE CHRISTIAN WARFARE. "Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may he ahle to stand against the wiles of the devil." — Eph, Ti. 11. 1 A WxlKE, my soul ! lift up thine eyes ; ■^-^ See where thy foes against thee rise, In long array, a numerous host ; Awake, my soul ! or thou art lost. 2 Here giant danger threatening stands, Mustering his pale, terrific bands ; There pleasure's silken banners spread. And willing souls are captives led. 3 See where rebellious passions rage, ' And fierce desires and lusts engage ; The meanest foe of all the train Has thousands and ten thousands slain. 4 Come, then, my soul ! now learn to wield The weight of thine immortal shield ; Put on the armor, from above, Of heavenly truth and heavenly love. 6 The terror and the charm repel. And powers of earth, and powers of hell; Jesus, our Saviour, triumphed here ; Why should his faithful followers fear ? SjZ April 1. 8s & 7s. Greenville, " Rejoice in the Lord your God ; for he will cause to come down for you the rain, the former rain and the latter rain." — Joel ii. 23. 1 T ! the bright, the rosy morning -■-^ Calls me forth to take the air ; Cheerful spring, with smiles returning Ushers in the new-born year. 2 Vernal music, softly sounding, Echoes through the verdant grove ; Nature now, with life abounding, Swells with harmony and love. 72 APRIL.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 93, 94 3 Now the kind, refreshing showers Water all the plains around ; Springing grass and painted flowers In the smiling meads abound. 4 Praise to thee, thou great Creator ! Praise be thine from every tongue ! Join, my soul, with every creature, Join the universal song. 93 April 2. L. M. Effingham. A TOriH SEZKI>'G \nSDOM. " And thou, Solomon, my son, know thou the God of thy father, and serve him with a perfect heart and with a willing mind : if thou seek him, he will be found of thee ; hut if thou for- sake him, he will cast thee off for ever." — 1 Chron. xxviii, 9. 1 T ASK not wealth, nor pomp, nor power, -■- Nor fleeting pleasures of an hour ; My soul aspires to nobler things Than all the pride and state of kings. 2 One thing I ask ; — Lord ! wilt thou hear, And grant my soul a gift so dear ? — Wisdom, descending from above, The sweetest token of thy love : — 3 Wisdom, betimes to know the Lord, To fear his name, and keep his word ; To lead my feet in paths of truth. And guide and guard my wandering youth. 4 Then shouldst thou grant a length of days, My life shall still proclaim thy praise ; Or early death my soul convey To realms of everlasting day. 9-i AprU 3. L. M. Wells. THE SAVIOUR EYER PRESENT. "For where two or three are gathered together in my namC; there am I in the midst of them."— J/a«, xviii. 20. 1 TESUS, where in thy name we meet, ^ There we behold thy mercy-seat ; Where'er we seek thee, thou art found, And every place is hallowed ground. G 73 95 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [APRIL. 2 For thou, within no walls confined, Inhabitest the humble mind ; Such ever bring thee where they come, And going, take thee to their home. 3 Dear Shepherd of thy chosen few ! Thy former mercies here renew ; Here to our waiting hearts proclaim The sweetness of thy saving name. 4 Here may we prove the power of prayer To strengthen faith, and sweeten care ; To teach our faint desires to rise. And bring all heaven before our eyes. 5 Lord we are few, but thou art near ; Nor short thine arm, nor deaf thine ear ; Oh ! hear our prayer before thy throne, And make our waiting hearts thine own. 95 April 4. CM. Warwick. PROVIDENCE OF GOD. " Justice and judgment are the habitation of thy throne ; mercy and truth shall go before thy face." — Ps. Ixxxix. 14. 1 i~^ OD moves in a mysterious way, ^^ His wonders to perform ; He plants his footsteps in the sea. And rides upon the storm. 2 Deep in unfathomable mines Of never-failing skill, He treasures up his bright designs, And works his sovereign will. 3 Ye fearful saints, fresh courage take ; The clouds ye so much dread Are big with mercy, and shall break In blessings on your head. 4 Judge not the Lord by feeble sense, But trust him for his grace ; Behind a frowning providence He hides a smiling face. 5 His purposes will ripen fast. Unfolding every hour ; U I APRIL.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 96, 97 The bud may have a bitter taste, But s^eet ^ill be the flower. 6 Blind unbelief is sure to err, And scan his work in Tain ; God is his own interpreter, And he will make it plain. 96 April 5. S. M. St. Thomas. FAITH IN THE SEED OF TRUTH. "He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again witbi rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him." — Fs. cxxvi. 6, 1 C OW in the morn thy seed ; ^ At eve hold not thine hand ; To doubt and fear give thou no heed ; Broad cast it o'er the land. 2 The good, the fruitful ground Expect not here nor there ; O'er hill and dale, by plots 'tis found, — Go forth then everywhere. 3 Thou knowest not which may thrive, The late or early sown; Grace keeps the precious germ alive. When and wherever strown. 4 And duly shall appear, In verdure, beauty, strength, The tender blade, the stock, the ear. And the full corn at length. 5 Thou canst not toil in vain, Cold, heat, and moist, and dry, Shall foster and mature the grain. For garners in the sky. 97 April 6. L. M. Uxhridge. THE 03f>nscn:ycE of god. " The Lord searcheth all hearts, and understandeth all the Imaginations of the thoughts." — 1 Chron. xxviii. 9. 1 T ORD ! thou hast searched and seen me thro' ; -^ Thine eye commands, with piercing view, 98 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [APRIL. My rising and my resting hours, My heart and flesh, with all their powers. 2 My thoughts, before they are my own, Are to my God distinctly known ; He knows the words I mean to speak, Ere from my opening lips they break. 3 Within thy circling power I stand, On every side I find thy hand ; Awake, asleep, at home, abroad, I am surrounded still with God. 4 Oh ! may these thoughts possess my breast, Where'er I rove, where'er I rest ; Nor let my weaker passions dare Consent to sin, for God is there. 98 April 7. L. M. Ward. THE BLESSINGS OP BENEFICENCE. " Blessed is he that considereth the poor : the Lord will de- liver him in time of trouble ; and he shall he blessed upon the earth." — Ps. xli. 1, 2. 1 rpHRICE happy man who fears the Lord, -■- Loves his commands, and trusts his word ; Honor and peace his days attend. And blessings to his seed descend. 2 Compassion dwells upon his mind, To works of mercy still inclined ; He lends the poor some present aid. Or gives them, not to be repaid. 3 His soul, well-fixed upon the Lord, Draws heavenly courage from his word ; Amid the darkness, light shall rise, To cheer his heart and bless his eyes. 4 He hath dispersed his alms abroad ; His works are still before his God ; His name on earth shall long remain, Nor shall his hope of heaven be vain. APRIL.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 99; 100 99 April 8. S. M. Silver Street. EXHORTATIONS TO "WORSHIP. '•' come, let us worship and bow down ; let "us kneel before the Lord our maker." — JPs. xct. 6. 1 /^OME, sound liis praise abroad, ^ And hymns of glory sing ; Jehoyah is the sovereign God, The Tiniversal King. 2 Come, worship at his throne ; Come, bow before the Lord : We are his works and not our own ; He formed us by his word. 3 To-day attend his Yoice, Nor dare provoke his rod ; Come, like the people of his choice, And own your gracious God. ^ 4 His arm shall well sustain The children of his love : The ground on which their safety stands No earthly power can move. 100 April 9. 7s & 6s. Amsterdam '•LET EVERT LlVIXa THING PRAISE THE LORD." '• Let every thing that hath breath praise the Lord." — Ps. cl. 6 1 npPvAISE the Lord, who reigns above -^ And keeps his courts below ; Praise him for his boundless love, And all his greatness show : Praise him for his noble deeds ; Praise him for his matchless power ; Him, from whom all good proceeds, Let earth and heaven adore. 2 Publish, spread to all around, The great Immanuel's name ; Let the gospel-trumpet sound; The Prince of peace proclaim : 101 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [APRIL. Praise him, every tuneful string ! All the reach of heavenly art, All the power of music bring — The music of the heart. 8 Him, in whom they move and live, Let every creature sing ; Glory to our Saviour give, And homage to our King ; Hallowed be his name beneath. As in heaven, on earth adored : Praise the Lord in every breath; — Let all things praise the Lord. 101 April 10. C. M. Arlington, YOUTH INVITED TO THE SAVIOUR. " Wisdom is moye precious than rubies : and all the things thou canst desir^ are not to he compared unto her." — Prov. iii. 15. 1 "YTE hearts with youthful vigor warm, -^ In smiling crowds draw near, And turn from every mortal charm, A Saviour's voice to hear. 2 The soul that longs to see his face Is sure his love to gain ; And those that early seek his grace Shall never seek in vain. 3 What object, Lord, my soul should move. If once compared with thee ? AVhat beauty should command my love. Like what in Christ I see ? 4 Away, ye false, delusive toys. Vain tempters of the mind ! 'Tis here I fix my lasting choice ; For here true bliss I find. 78 APRIL.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 102, 103 102 April 11. 7s. Sahbath. A CHILD-UKE SPmiT IMPLORED. "Yerily I say unto you. Whosoeyer shall not receive the kingdom'of God as a little child, shall in no wise enter there- in." — Luke xviii. 17. 1 /^UIET, Lord I my froward heart ; ^ Make me teachable and mild, Upright, simple, free from art ; Make me as a weaned child ; From distrust and envy free, Pleased with all that pleases thee. 2 What thou shalt to-day provide, Let me as a child receive ; What to-morrow may betide, Calmly to thy wisdom leave : 'Tis enough that thou wilt care ; Why should I the burden bear ? 3 As a little child relies On a care beyond his own. Knows he's neither strong nor wise, Fears to move one step alone ; — Let me thus with thee abide. As my Father, guard, and guide. 4 Thus preserved from Satan's wiles. Safe from dangers, free from fears, May I live upon thy smiles. Till the promised hour appears, When the sons of God shall prove All their Father's boundless love. 103 Aprill2. S. M. Watchman, PRATER FOR A HOLT HEART. " Teach me, Lord, the way of thy statutes ; and I shall keep it unto the end." — P5. cxix. 33. 1 p REAT Source of life and light, ^-^ Thy heavenly grace impart, And by thy Holy Spirit write Thy law upon my heart. 104 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [APRIL. 2 My soul would cleave to thee ; Let naught my purpose move ; Oh, let my faith more steadfast be, And more intense my love ! 8 Thy grace to me impart, With meekness to reprove, To hate the sin v^ith all my heart. And still the sinner love. 4 Long as my trials last, Long as the cross I bear. Oh, let my soul on thee be cast In confidence and prayer ! 5 Conduct me to the shore Of everlasting peace. Where storm and tempest rise no more, Where sin and sorrow cease. 104 AprillS. L. M. Portugal. A MORNING SONG OF PRAISE. " I will bless the Lord at all times : his praise shall continu« ally be in my mouth." — Ps. xxxiv. 1. 1 'y HEE will I love, Lord ! my strength, -^ My rock, my tower, my high defence ; Thy mighty arm shall be my trust. For I have found salvation thence. 2 Tired with the burdens of the day, To thee I raised my evening cry ; Thou heard'st when I began to pray. And thine almighty help was nigh. 3 Supported by thy heavenly aid, I laid me down, and slept secure ; Not death should make my heart afraid. Though I should wake and rise no more. 4 But God sustained me all the night; Salvation doth to God belong ; He raised my head to see the light. And make his praise my morning song. 80 APRIL.] IIYMXS FOR SCHOOLS. 105^ 106 lOo April 14. 8s & 7s. Greenville. GOD S GUIDANCE IMPLORED. " Thou shalt guide me with thy counsel, and afterward re- ceive me to glory." — Ps. Ixxiii. 24. 1 p EXTLY, Lord, oli I gently lead us, ^^ Through this lonely vale of tears ; Through the changes that await us, Till our last great change appears. 2 AYhen temptation's darts assail us, When in devious paths we stray, Let thy goodness never fail us, Lead us in thy perfect way. 3 In the hour of pain and anguish, In the hour when death draws near, Suffer not our hearts to languish, Suffer not our souls to fear. 4 When our mortal life is ended, Bid us in thine arms to rest, Till, by angel bands attended. We awake among the blest. 106 AprU 15. L. M. Hebr GOD OUR SHEPHERD. '• He restoreth my soul : he leadeth me in the paths of righte- ousness for his name's sake." — Ps. xxiii. 3. 1 ^ TY shepherd is the living Lord ; -^^ Now shall my wants be well supplied : His providence and holy word Become my safety and my guide. 2 In pastures where salvation grows. He makes me feed, he makes me rest ; There living water gently flows. And all the food's divinely blest. 3 My wandering feet his ways mistake ; But he restores my soul to peace, And leads me, for his mercy's sake. In the fair paths of righteousness. 81 107; 108 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [APRIL. 4 Thougli I walk through the gloomy vale, Where death and all his terrors are ; My heart and hope shall never fail, For God, my shepherd's with me there. 107 April 16. C. M. Lanesho rough. HEAVEN ANTICIPATED. "Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look for new heavens, and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness." — 2 Fet. iii. 13. 1 T^HERE is an hour of peaceful rest, -^ To mourning wanderers given : There is a joy for souls distressed, A balm for every wounded breast, 'Tis found above — in heaven. 2 There is a home for weary souls. By sin and sorrow driven ; When tossed on life's tempestuous shoals, Where storms arise and ocean rolls, And all is drear but heaven. 3 There, faith lifts up her cheerful eye, To brighter prospects given ; And views the tempest passing by, The evening shadows quickly fly, And all serene in heaven. 4 There, fragrant flowers immortal bloom, And joys supreme are given; There, rays divine disperse the gloom ; — Beyond the confines of the tomb. Appears the dawn of heaven. 108 Apriin. L. M. Alfreton. THE REDEEMING POWER OF LOVE. " If thine enemy hunger, feed him ; if he thirst, give him drink : for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head." — Eom. xii. 20. 1 T\/^HAT precept, Jesus, is like thine, — ^ » Forgive, as ye would be forgiven ! 82 APRIL.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 109 In this "we see the power divine, Which shall transform our earth to heaven. 2 'Tis not the harsh and scornful word That victory over sin can gain, 'Tis not the prison, or the sword, The shackle, or the weary chain. 3 But from our spirits there must flow A love that will the wrong outweigh ; Our lips must only blessings know. And wrath and sin shall die away. 4 'Twas heaven that formed the holy plan To win the wanderer back by love ; Thus let us save our brother, man, And imitate our God above. iU«J AprillS. L. M. Missionary Chant. GOD EyEE"nVHERE TO BE WOESHIPPED. "From the rising of the sun even unto the going down of the same, my name shall be great among the Gentiles ; and in every place incense shall be offered unto my name, and a pure offering/' — Mai. i. 11. 1 (\ THOU, to whom, in ancient time, ^-^ The lyre of Hebrew bards was strung; "Whom kings adored in songs sublime. And prophets praised with glowing tongue ; 2 Not now on Zion's height alone Thy favored worshippers may dwell ; Nor where, at sultry noon, thy Son Sat weary, by the patriarch's well. 3 From every place below the skies, The grateful song, the fervent prayer, — The incense of the heart, — may rise To heaven, and find acceptance there. 4 To thee shall age, with snowy hair. And strength, and beauty, bend the knee; And childhood lisp, with reverent air, Its praises and its prayers to thee I 83 110, 111 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [APRIL. 5 thou, to whom, in ancient time, The lyre of prophet bards was strung, To thee, at last, in every clime. Shall temples rise, and praise be sung ! 110 April 19. L. M. Alfreton. SELF-EXAMINATION. " Stand in awe, and sin not : commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still." — Fs. iv. 4. 1 TDETURN, my roving heart, return, -^^ And life's vain shadows chase no more ; Seek out some solitude to mourn, And thy forsaken God implore. 2 Wisdom and pleasure dwell at home ; Retired and silent seek them there : True conquest is ourselves to o'ercome ; True strength, to break the tempter's snare. 3 thou great God, whose piercing eye Distinctly marks each deep retreat, In these sequestered hours draw nigh, And let me here thy presence meet. 4 Through all the windings of my heart, Mj search let heavenly wisdom guide ; And still its radiant beams impart. Till all be searched and purified. 5 Then with the visits of thy love, Vouchsafe my inmost soul to cheer ; Till every grace shall join to prove That God hath fixed his dwelling there. 111 April 20. CM. Mear. god's eternal dominion. "Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever thou hadst formed the earth and the world, even from everlasting to everlasting, thou art God." — Fs. xc. 2. 1 p RE AT God ! how infinite art thou !— ^^ What worthless worms are we ! Let the whole race of creatures bow, '«^ And pay their praise to thee. 84 I APRIL.] HYMXS FOR SCHOOLS. 112 2 Thy throne eternal ages stood, Ere seas or stars were made : Thou art the ever-liying God, Were all the nations dead. 3 Eternity, with all its years. Stands present in thy view : To thee there's nothing old appears — Great God ! there's nothing new. 4 Our lives through varying scenes are drawn, And vexed with trifling cares ; "While thine eternal thought moves on Thine undisturbed affairs. 5 Great God I how infinite art thou ! — "What worthless worms are we I Let the whole race of creatures bow, And pay their praise to thee. ii^ April 21. CM. Laneshorough. SEEKLN'G GOD ZAELT. " With my spirit -vnthin me, -vrill I seek thee early." — Isaiah xxTi. 9. 1 T^ARLY, my God! without delay, -*^ I haste to seek thy face ; My thirsty spirit faints away, "Without thy cheering grace. 2 So pilgrims on the scorching sand, Beneath a burning sky, Long for a cooling stream at hand, And they must drink or die. 3 I've seen thy glory and thy power Through all thy temple shine ; My God ! repeat that heavenly hour^ That vision so divine. 4 Not life itself, with all its joys, Can my best passions move ; Or raise so high my cheerful voice, As thy forgiving love. 5 Thus, till my last, expiring day, I'll bless my God and King ; Thus will I lift my hands to pray, And tune my lips to sing. 113; 114 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [APRIL. 113 April 22. H. M. ^ Lenox, SAFETY IN GOD. "The Lord is thy keeper: the Lord is thy shade upon thy right hand. The sun shall not smite thee hy day, nor the moon by night." — Ps. exxi. 5, 6. 1 TTPWARD I lift mine eyes, ^ From God is all my aid ; The God who built the skies, And earth and nature made : God is the tower to which I fly ; His grace is nigh in every hour. My feet shall never slide. And fall in fatal snares. Since God, my guard and guide, Defends me from my fears. Those wakeful eyes that never sleep, Shall safely keep when dangers rise. No burning heats by day. Nor blasts of evening air, Shall take my health away, If God be with me there : Thou art my sun, and thou my shade, To guard my head by night or noon. Hast thou not given thy word To save my soul from death ? And I can trust my Lord To keep my mortal breath : I'll go and come, nor fear to die. Till from on high thou call me home. 114 April 23. CM. SLMartrn's, THE TRUE christian's DESIRE. " For me to live is Christ, and to die is gain." — Phil. i. 21. 1 (^H, could I find, from day to day, ^^ A nearness to my God ! Then should my hours glide sweet away, While leaning on his word. 2 Lord, I desire with thee to live Anew from day to day, APRIL.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 115, 116 In joys the world can never give, Nor ever take away. 3 Blest Jesus, come, and rule my heart, And make me wholly thine, That I may never more depart, Nor grieve thy love divine. 4 Thus, till my last expiring breath, Thy goodness Til adore ; And when my frame dissolves in death. My soul shall love thee more. 115 April 24. L. M. Old Hundred. GOD EVER TO BE PRAISED. " Be thou exalted, God, aboTe the heavens ; let thy glory be above all the earth." — Fs. Ivii. 5. 1 T)E thou exalted, my God, -*-^ Above the heavens, where angels dwell, Thy power on earth be known abroad, And land to land thy wonders tell. 2 My heart is fixed — my song shall raise Immortal honors to thy name ; Awake, my tongue, to sound his praise. His ceaseless goodness to proclaim. 3 High o'er the earth his mercy reigns. And reaches to the utmost sky ; His truth to endless years remains, When lower worlds dissolve and die. 4 Be thou exalted, my God, Above the heavens, where angels dwell ; Thy power on earth be known abroad. And land to land thy wonders tell. 116 April 25. CM. Rochester. THE JOTS OF HEAVEN. "Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him." — 1 Cor. ii. 9. 1 "V"OR eye hath seen — nor ear hath heard, -'-^ Nor sense nor reason known Wliat joys the Father has prepared For those that love his Son. 87 117, 118 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [APRIL. 2 But the good Spirit of the Lord Reveals a heaven to come ; The beams of glory in his word Allure and guide us home. 3 Pure are the joys above the sky, And all the region peace ; — No wanton lips, nor envious eye Can see or taste the bliss. 4 Those holy gates for ever bar Pollution, sin, and shame ; None shall obtain admittance there But followers of the Lamb. 117 April 26. L. M. Bule Street, FAITH OUR SUPPORT. " For we walk by faith, not by sight." — 2 Cor. v. 7. 1 'T^IS by the faith of joys to come -^ We walk through deserts dark as night ; Till we arrive at heaven, our home, Faith is our guide, and faith our light. 2 The want of sight she well supplies ; She makes the pearly gates appear ; Far into distant worlds she pries, And brings eternal glories near. 3 Cheerful we tread the desert through, While faith inspires a heavenly ray ; Though lions roar, and tempests blow, And rocks and dangers fill the way. 118 April 27. CM. Balerma, PRAYER FOR YOUTH. " Train up a child in the way he should go : and when he is old he will not depart from it." — Frov. xxii. 6. 1 "OESTOW, Lord, upon our youth -*-' The gift of saving grace. And let the seed of sacred truth Fall in a fruitful place. 2 Grace is a plant, where'er it grows, Of pure and heavenly root ; APRIL.] HYMNS TOR SCHOOLS. 119 But fairest in the youngest shows, And yields the sweetest fruit. 3 Ye careless ones, oh ! hear betimes The voice of sovereign love ; Your youth is stained with many crimes, But mercy reigns above. 4 For you the public prayer is made ; Oh, join the ijublic prayer I For you the sacred tear is shed ; Oh, shed yourselves a tear ! 5 "We pray that you may early prove The Saviour's quickening grace ; Too young you cannot taste his love, Or seek his smiling face. 119 April 28. L. M. Ejjingham. BLESSINGS ATTENDANT UPON EARLY PIETY. "I love them that love me, and those that seek me early shall find me." — Frov. viii. 17. 1 /CHILDREN I — in years and knowledge young, ^ Your parents' hope, your parents' joy, — Attend the counsels of my tongue ; Let pious thoughts your minds employ. 2 If you desire a length of days, And peace to crown your mortal state, Restrain your feet from sinful ways, Your lips from falsehood and deceit. '6 From error's devious road depart ; From bad companions haste to flee ; And hidden deep within the heart Let God's commandments ever be. 4 In joy to him your ways commit ; In grief and woe make him your stay ; And he will safely lead your feet Through life's dark path, to endless day. b2 89 120, 121 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [APRIL. 120 April 29. 7s & 6s. Amsterdam. ASPIRATIONS FOR HEAVEN. " As for me, I will behold thy face in righteousness : I shall f be satisfied when I awake with thy likeness." — Ps. xvii. 15. 1 T3 ISE, my soul ! and stretcli thy wings, -^^ Thy better portion trace ; Rise from transitory things Toward heaven, thy native place ! Sun and moon and stars decay, Time shall soon this earth remove ; Rise, my soul! and haste away To seats prepared above. 2 Rivers to the ocean run, Nor stay in all their course ; Fire, ascending, seeks the sun, — Both speed them to their source ; So a soul that's born of God Pants to view his glorious face, Upward tends to his abode. To rest in his embrace. 3 Cease, ye pilgrims ! cease to mourn, Press onward to the prize ; Soon the Saviour will return, Triumphant in the skies : Yet a season, — and, you know, Happy entrance will be given ; All our sorrows left below. And earth exchanged for heaven. 121 April 30. L. M. Wells. PRAYER FOR YOUTH. "Hold np my goings in thy paths, that my footsteps slip not." — Ps. xvii. 5. 1 ^REAT Saviour! who didst condescend ^^ Young children in thine arms to take, Still prove thyself the children's friend. And save them for thy mercy's sake. 2 While in the slippery paths of youth, Be thou their guardian — thou their guide ; That they, directed by thy truth. May never from thy precepts slide. 90 APRIL.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 122, 123 3 To read thy word their hearts incline; To understand it, light impart : Saviour ! let their all be thine ! Take full possession of each heart. jLJIjj May 1. 7s. Kuremburg. '•The flowers appear on the earth; the time of the sindng of Idrds is come, aud the voice of the turtle is heard in our land.''— Cant. ii. 12. 1 TTAIL! reviving, joyous spring, -^^ Smiling through thy vail of showers ! Birds and brooks thy welcome sing : Haste, and waken all thy flowers. 2 Hark ! a sweet pervading sound From the breathing, moving earth : Life is starting all around, Sending joy and fragrance forth. 3 There is not a silent thing In this joyous company ; Woods, and hills, and valleys ring "With a shout of jubilee. 4 Wake, my spirit I art thou still ? Senseless things have found a voice ; Shall this throbbing heart be still When all nature cries Rejoice? 5 Join the grateful, happy throng, Cast each selfish care away ; Birds and brooks shall tune your song ; This is nature's holiday. 123 May 2. L. M. PRAISING GOD IN THE MORNING. " He that ruleth over men must be just, ruling in the fear of God: and he shall he as the light of the morning when the sun riseth ; even a morning without clouds.'- — 2 Sam. xxiii. 3, 4. 1 i~^ OD of the morning ! at thy voice ^^ The cheerful sun makes haste to rise, And like a giant doth rejoice To run his journey through the skies : — 91 124 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MAY. 2 From the fair chambers of the east The circuit of his race begins, And without weariness or rest, Round the whole earth he rolls and shines. 3 So, like the sun, may I fulfil The appointed duties of the day ; With ready mind and active will, March on, and keep my heavenly way. 4 Lord ! thy commands are clean and pure, Enlightening our beclouded eyes ; Thy threatenings just, thy promise sure, Thy gospel makes the simple wise. 5 Give me thy counsel for my guide, And then receive me to thy bliss: All my desires and hopes beside Are faint, and cold, compared with this. 124: May 3. L. M. 6 lines. Eaton. DAILY DEPENDENCE ON GOD. " Blessed "be the Lord, who daily loadeth us with benefits, even the God of our salvation." — Ps. Ixviii. 19. 1 Tl/^HEN, streaming from the eastern skies, ^ ' The morning light salutes my eyes, Sun of righteousness divine. On me with beams of mercy shine ; Oh ! chase the clouds of sin away. And turn my darkness into day. 2 When to thy throne, all-glorious King, My morning sacrifice I bring. And, mourning o'er my guilt and shame. Ask mercy. Saviour, in thy name : Oh ! deign to hear my suppliant voice, And bid my drooping heart rejoice. 3 As every day thy mercy spares Will bring its trials and its cares ; Saviour, till my life shall end. Be thou my Counsellor and Friend ; Teach me thy precepts, all divine. And let thy will be always mine. 92 MAY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 125 4 '^Mien each day's scenes and labors close, And wearied nature seeks repose, With pardoning mercy richly blessed, Guard me, my Saviour, while I rest ; And as each morning sun shall rise, Oh I lead me onward to the skies. 5 And, at my life's last setting sun. My conflicts o'er, my labors done, Jesus, thy heavenly radiance shed. To cheer and bless my dying bed ; And, from the gloom my spirit raise, To see thy face and sing thy praise. X-ZO May 4. 7s. Sabbath. BBOTHZHLY LOVZ. " Be kindly affectioned one to another, with brotherly loye ; in honor preferring one another.'" — Bom. xii. 10. 1 p OD of love, we look to thee, ^^ Let us in thy Son agree ; Show to us the Prince of peace, Bid our jars for ever cease. 2 By thy reconciling love. Every stumbling-block remove ; Each to each unite, endear, Come and spread thy banner here. 3 Make us of one heart and mind, Courteous, pitiful, and kind ; Lowly, meek, in thought and word, Altogether like our Lord. 4 Let us for each other care ; Each the others burden bear ; To thy church the pattern give. Show how true believers live. 5 Free from anger and from pride, Let us thus in God abide ; All the depths of love express. All the heights of holiness. 6 Let us then with joy remove To the family above ; On the wings of angels fly, Show how true believers die. 126^ 127 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MAY. 126 May 5. CM. St. Martin's. MORNING WORSHIP. " Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whatsoever ye shall ask the Father in my name, he will give it you." — John xvi. 23. 1 f\ LORD, another day has flown, ^^ And we, a youthful band, Are met once more before thy throne, To bless thy fostering hand. 2 And wilt thou lend a listening ear To praises low as ours ? Thou wilt ! for thou dost love to hear The song which meekness pours. 3 And, Jesus, thou thy smiles wilt deign. As in thy name we pray ; For thou didst bless the infant train. And we are weak as they. 4 Thy heavenly grace to each impart, Our faith and love increase ; And shed abroad in every heart Thine everlasting peace. 5 Thus chastened, cleansed, entirely thine, A flock by Jesus led ; The Sun of Kighteousness shall shine In glory on our head. 127 May 6. L. M. Effmirham. COMMUNION WITH GOD THE HIGHEST JOT. •' For a day in thy courts is better than a thousand. I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than to dwell in the tents of wickedness." — Ps. Ixxxiv. 10. 1 nPHOU only Sovereign of my heart, -■- My Refuge, my almighty Friend — And can my soul from thee depart, On whom alone my hopes depend ? 2 Whither — ah ! whither shall I go, A wretched wanderer from my Lord ? 94 IVIAY.] HYMXS FOR SCHOOLS. 128 Can this dark world of sin and -wo One glimpse of happiness afford ? 3 Eternal life thy words impart ; On these my fainting spirit lives : Here, sweeter comforts cheer my heart, Than all the round of nature gives. 4 Let earth's alluring joys combine, While thou art near, in vain they call : One smile — one blissful smile of thine. My dearest Lord ! outweighs them all. 5 Low at thy feet my soul would lie ; Here safety dwells — and peace divine : Still let me live beneath thine eye, For life — eternal life — is thine. 128 May 7. L. M. Wells, THE TEACHINGS OF THE SPIRIT INVOKED. "For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the eons of God." — Bom. viii. 14. 1 /^^OME, blessed Spirit, Source of light, ^ "Whose power and grace are unconfined, Dispel the gloomy shades of night. The thicker darkness of the mind. 2 To mine illumined eyes display The glorious truth thy word reveals ; Cause me to run the heavenly way ; The book unfold, unloose the seals. 3 Thine inward teachings make me know The mysteries of redeeming love, The emptiness of things below, The excellence of things above. 4 While through this dubious maze I stray, Spread, like the sun, thy beams abroad, To show the dangers of the way, And guide my feeble steps to God. 95 129, 130 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MAY. X-^9 May 8.* C. M. Lanesborough. THE BIBLE SUITED TO OUR WANTS. " From a child thou hast known the holy script-ures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation, through faith which is in Christ Jesus." — 2 Tim. iii. 15. 1 Tj^ATHER of mercies ! in thy word -*~ What endless glory shines ! For ever be thy name adored For these celestial lines. 2 Here, the fair tree of knowledge grows, And yields a free repast ; Sublimer sweets than nature knows Invite the longing taste. 8 Here the Redeemer's welcome voice Spreads heavenly peace around ; And life and everlasting joys Attend the blissful sound. 4 Oh ! may these heavenly pages be My ever dear delight ; And still new beauties may I see, And still increasing light. 5 Divine instructor, gracious Lord ! Be thou for ever near ; Teach me to love thy sacred word. And view my Saviour there. 130 May 9. CM. Balerma. A FEELING HEART IMPLORED. "Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep." — Rom. xii. 15. 1 Xj^AR from thy servants, God of grace, j. -^ The unfeeling heart remove, | And form in our obedient souls The image of thy love. 2 Oh, may our sympathizing breasts The generous pleasure know. * On the 8th of May, 1816, the American Bible Society was organized. 96 MAY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 131 Kindly to share in others' joy, And weep for others' wo. 3 Where'er the helpless sons of grief In low distress are laid, Soft be our hearts their pains to feel, And swift our hands to aid. 4 Oh, be the law of love fulfilled In every act and thought, Each angry passion far removed, Each selfish view forgot ! 5 Be thou, my heart, dilated wide With this kind, social grace, And, in one grasp of fervent love, All earth and heaven embrace. 131 May 10. CM. Rochester. WATCHPULNESS AND PRAYEE. '•Watcli ye and pray, lest ye enter into temptation." — Mark xiv. 38. 1 A LAS, what hourly dangers rise, "^^ What snares beset my way; To heaven. Oh, let me lift mine eyes, And hourly watch and pray. 2 gracious God, in whom I live, My feeble efi'orts aid ; Help me to watch, and pray, and strive, Though trembling and afraid. 3 Increase my faith, increase my hope, When foes and fears prevail ; And bear my fainting spirit up, Or soon my strength will fail. 4 Whene'er temptations fright my heart, Or lure my feet aside, My God, thy powerful aid impart. My guardian and my guide. 5 Oh, keep me in thy heavenly way, And bid the tempter flee ; And let me never, never stray From happiness and thee. I 97 132^ 133 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MAY. 132 May 11. L. M. J.lfreton. SEEKING FORGIVENESS. " Create in me a clean heart, God ; and renew a right spirit within me." — Ps. li. 10. 1 f~\ THOU that hear'st when sinners cry, ^^ Though all my crimes before thee lie, Behold them not with angry look, But blot their memory from thy book. 2 A broken heart, my God, my King, Is all the sacrifice I bring ; The God of grace will ne'er despise A broken heart for sacrifice. 3 Create my nature pure within, And form my soul averse to sin : Let thy good Spirit ne'er depart, Nor hide thy presence from my heart. 4 I cannot live without thy light. Cast out and banished from thy sight: Thy holy joys, my God, restore. And guard me that I fall no more. 6 may thy love inspire my tongue, Salvation shall be all my song : And all my powers shall join to bless The Lord, my strength and righteousness. 133 May 12. S. M. Silver Street. HEAVENLY JOY ON EARTH. "Whom having not seen, ye love; in whom, though now ye see him not, yet believing, ye rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory."— 1 Pet. i. 8. 1 pOME, we that love the Lord, ^ And let our joys be known ; Join in a song with sweet accord. And thus surround the throne. 2 The sorrows of the mind Be banished from the place ! Religion never was designed To make our pleasures less. MAY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 134 3 Let those refuse to sing Who never knew our God ; But children of the heavenly King May speak their joys abroad. 4 The hill of Zion yields A thousand sacred sweets, Before we reach the heavenly fields, Or walk the golden streets. 6 Then let our songs abound, And every tear be dry ; We're marching through Emmanuel's ground. To fairer worlds on high. 134 May 13. L. M. Truro. A MORNING SONG. " Unto thee hare I cried, Lord ; and in the morning shall my prayer come before thee." — Ps. Ixxxviii. 13. 1 A RISE, my soul, with rapture rise, ■^^ And, filled with holy love, adore The almighty Sovereign of the skies. Whose mercy lends me one day more. 2 And may this day, indulgent Power, Not idly pass, nor fruitless be ; But may each swiftly flying hour Still nearer bring my soul to thee. 3 And wilt thou deign to lend an ear, WTien I, a sinful mortal, pray? Yes, boundless Goodness, thou wilt hear, Nor cast the meanest wretch away. 4 Then let me serve thee all my days, And may my zeal with years increase : For pleasant, Lord, are all thy ways, And all thy paths are paths of peace. 135^ 136 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MAY. 135 May 14. CM. Jordan. THE HEAVENLY CANAAN. "And there shall be no night there; and they need no candle, neither light of the sun ; for the Lord God giveth them light : and they shall reign for ever and ever." — Rev. xxii. 5. 1 npHERE is a land of pure delight, -■- Where saints immortal reign ; Eternal day excludes the night, And pleasures banish pain. 2 There everlasting spring abides, And never-fading flowers ; Death, like a narrow sea, divides This heavenly land from ours. 3 Sweet fields, beyond the swelling flood. Stand dressed in living green ; So to the Jews fair Canaan stood. While Jordan rolled between. 4 But timorous mortals start and shrink To cross this narrow sea ; And linger, trembling, on the brink. And fear to launch away. 5 0, could we make our doubts remove, Those gloomy doubts that rise. And see the Canaan that we love. With unbeclouded eyes ; 6 Could we but climb where Moses stood. And view the landscape o'er, Not Jordan's stream, nor death's cold flood, Should fright us from the shore. 136 May 15. 7s. FleyeV s Hymn. THE JOTS OF HEAVEN ALONE PERFECT. "Lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal." — Matt. vi. 20. 1 PROVIDENCE, profusely kind, -^ Wheresoe'er we turn our eyes. MAY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 137 Bids us, with a grateful mind, View a thousand blessings rise. 2 But, perhaps, some friendly voice Softly whispers to our mind, Make not these alone your choice, Heaven has blessings more refined. 3 Thankful own what you enjoy; But a changing world like this, "Where a thousand fears annoy, Cannot give you perfect bliss. 4 Perfect bliss resides above, Far above yon azure sky ; Bliss that merits all your love, Merits every anxious sigh. 137 May 16. CM. Peterborough. THE GOOD OXLT HAPPY. ^ Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding : for the merchandise of it is better than the merchandise of silver, and the gain thereof than fine gold.'"— iVw. iii. 13, 14. 1 TTAPPY the children of the Lord, -■-*- Who, walking in his sight. Make all the precepts of his word Their study and delight. 2 That precious wealth shall be their dower, "Which cannot know decay ; Which moth nor rust shall ne'er devour. Nor spoiler take away. 3 For them that heavenly light shall spread, Whose cheering rays illume The darkest hours of life, and shed A halo round the tomb. 4 Their works of piety and love. Performed through Christ their Lord, For ever registered above. Shall meet a sure reward. 1 2 101 138^ 139 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MAY. 138 May 17. L. M. Duke Street, THE PROVIDENCE AND GRACE OP GOD, " How excellent is thy loving-kindness, God! therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of thy wings." — Ps. xxxvi. 7. 1 TTIGH in the heavens, eternal God ! J-i- Thy goodness in full glory shines : Thy truth shall break through every cloud That veils or darkens thy designs. 2 For ever firm thy justice stands, As mountains their foundations keep : Wise are the wonders of thy hands. Thy judgments are a mighty deep. ' 3 How free the riches of thy grace, Whence all our hopes and comforts spring ! ♦ And how, in dangers and distress, We fly to thy protecting wing. 4 From the provisions of thy house. We shall be fed with sweet repast : There mercy like a river flows, And brings salvation to our taste. 5 Life, like a fountain, rich and free. Springs from the presence of my Lord ; And, in thy light, our souls shall see The glories promised in thy word. lo9 May 18. 8s, 7s, & 4s. Greenville, GOD OUR GUIDE AND STRENGTH. ■ "The Lord is my rock, and my fortress; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust." — Ps. xviii. 2. 1 r^ UIDE me, thou great Jehovah, ^^ Pilgrim through this barren land : I am weak, but thou art mighty ; Hold me with thy powerful hand : Bread of heaven, Feed me till I want no more. :i02 MAY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 140 2 Open now the crystal fountain, Whence the healing streams do flow ; Let the fiery, cloudy pillar Lead me all my journey through : Strong Deliverer, Be thou still my Strength and Shield. 3 TVhen I tread the verge of Jordan, Bid my anxious fears subside ; Bear me through the swelling current; Land me safe on Canaan's side : Songs of praises I will ever give to thee. 140 May 19. 7s. Benevento. GOD THE '-'GIVZE OF EVERY GOOD GIFT." " Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights." — James L 17, 1 THATHEPt, thy paternal care -*- Has my guardian been, my guide ; Every hallowed wish and prayer Has thy hand of love supplied ; Thine is every thought of bliss. Left by hours and days gone by ; Every hope thy ofi*spring is, Beaming from futurity. 2 Every sun of splendid ray ; Every moon that shines serene ; Every morn that welcomes day ; Every evening's twilight scene ; Every hour which wisdom brings ; Every incense at thy shrine ; These — and all life's holiest things, And its fairest — all are thine. 3 And for all, my hymns shall rise Daily to thy gracious throne ; Thither let my asking eyes Turn unwearied, righteous One I Through life's strange vicissitude. There reposing all my care, Trusting still, through ill and good, Fixed, and cheered, and counselled there 103 141, 142 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MAY. 141 May 20. S. M. Lisbon. THE YOUNG SEEKING GOD'S GUIDANCE. " For thou art my hope, Lord God : thou art my trust from my youth." — Ps. Ixxi. 5. 1 "T/yiTH humble heart and tongue, * ^ My God ! to thee I pray : Oh ! bring me now, while I am young, To thee, the living way. 2 Make an unguarded youth The object of thy care; Help me to choose the way of truth, And flee from every snare. 8 My heart, to folly prone, Kenew by power divine ; Unite it to thyself alone, And make me wholly thine. 4 Oh ! let thy word of grace My warmest thoughts employ ; Be this, through all my following days, My treasure and m^^ joy. 5 To what thy laws impart, Be my whole soul inclined ; Come, Saviour ! dwell within my heart, And sanctify my mind. 142 May 21. L. M. Ward. "for all have sinned." " If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all un- righteousness." — 1 John i. 8, 9. 1 "WT^ sin, whenever we pursue ' * What God commands us not to do ; We sin too, if we ever shun What he hath told us must be done. 2 Thus have we often sinned, and still Offend against his holy will: We know our duty, but the heart Will from its sacred rules depart. 104 MAY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 143; 144 3 Oh I let us then confess our sin, And all the faults "we hide within; And let the erring heart deplore Its follies, and do wrong no more. 4 If we sincerely now repent, And trust in him whom Heaven hath sent, He will remove the threatening rod. And bear us to the arms of God. 143 May 22. CM. JMedfeld. EIRLY PEETT. '•' Happy is the man that findeth -wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding. Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace." — JProv. iii. 13, 17. 1 TTCW happy is the child who hears -*--■- Instruction's warning voice; And who celestial wisdom makes His early, only choice. 2 "Wisdom has treasures greater far Than east or west unfold; And her rewards more precious are Than is the gain of gold. 3 She guides the young with innocence In pleasure's paths to tread ; A crown of glory she bestows Upon the hoary head. 4 According as her labors rise. So her rewards increase ; Her ways are ways of pleasantness, And all her paths are peace. 144: May 23. L. M. Alfreton. A GOOD CONSCEXCE. " And herein do I exercise myself, to have always a conscience void of offence toward God and toward men.'" — Acts xxiv. 16. 1 OWEET peace of conscience, heavenly guest I ^ Come, fix thy mansion in my breast; Dispel my doubts, my fears control ; And heal the amruish of my soul. 100 145 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MAY. 2 Come, smiling hope, and joy sincere; Come, make your constant dwelling here ; Still let your presence cheer my heart, Nor sin compel you to depart. 3 Thou God of hope and peace divine, Oh, make these sacred pleasures mine ! Forgive my sins, my fears remove, And send the tokens of thy love. l4:0 May 24. 7s. Benevento. '• They shall hunger no more, neither thirst any more ; neither shall the sun light on them, nor any heat. For the Lamh which is in the midst of the throne shall feed them, and shall lead them unto living fountains of waters : and God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes." — Rev. vii. 16, 17. 1 TTIGH in yonder realms of light, -*--*- Dwell the raptured saints above, Far beyond our feeble sight, Happy in Immanuel's love ! Pilgrims in this vale of tears, Once they knew, like us below. Gloomy doubts, distressing fears, Torturing pain and heavy wo. 2 But these days of sorrow o'er, Past this scene of toil and pain, They shall feel distress no more. Never — never weep again ! Happy spirits ! ye are fled Where no grief can entrance find ; Lulled to rest the aching head, Soothed the anguish of the mind. 3 All is tranquil and serene, Calm and undisturbed repose — There no cloud can intervene — There no angry tempest blows : Every tear is wiped away, Sighs no more shall heave the breast ; Night is lost in endless day, Sorrow, in eternal rest, 106 MAY.] HYMXS FOR SCHOOLS. 146, 147 146 May 25. L. M. Uxbridge. THE XODLEST RESOLUTION. " As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.-' — Josh. xxiv. 15. 1 "\ FAY I resolve, with all my heart, ■^^ With all my powers, to serve the Lord ; Nor from his precepts e'er depart, Whose service is a rich reward. 2 Oh ! be his service all my joy ! — ■ Around let my example shine, Till others love the blest employ, And join in labors so divine. 3 Be this the purpose of my soul, My solemn, my determined choice, To yield to his supreme control. And in his kind commands, rejoice. 4 Oh ! may I never faint nor tire. Nor wandering leave his sacred ways ; Great God I accept my soul's desire. And give me strength to live thy praise. 147 May 26. C. M. Arlington, TRUSTING ANT) PRAISING GOD. " The angel of the Lord encampeth round about them that fear him, and delivereth them." — Ps. xxxiv. 7. 1 'THROUGH all the changing scenes of life, -■- In trouble and in joy. The praises of my God shall still My heart and tongue employ. 2 Oh ! magnify the Lord with me. With me exalt his name ; When in distress to him I called, He to my rescue came. 8 The hosts of God encamp around The dwellings of the just; Deliverance he affords to all Who on his succor trust. 107 148; 149 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MAY. 4 Oh ! make but trial of his love : Experience will decide — How blest are they, and only they, Who in his truth confide. 5 Fear him, ye young, and ye will then Have nothing else to fear ; Make ye his service your delight — He'll make your wants his care. 148 May 27. L, M. Tallis' Chant, god's blessing invoked. " Let not thy heart envy sinners : but be thou in the fear of the Lord all the day long." — Prov. xxiii. 17. 1 /?j_REAT God ! to thee our songs we raise, ^-^ To thee pour forth our notes of praise ; Hear thou our morning prayer, and deign To pardon sin, and cleanse its stain. 2 As yield deep shades to morning's light, As from the day-star flees the night, So to our souls, made dark by sin, Pour thine own holy radiance in. 3 Thy Holy Spirit's beams impart To warm and purify the heart ; Thou Fountain of our soul's true day, Make bright before us all our way. 4 Guide thou and govern all our mind, All our desires let chasteness bind ; And make our adverse times to be But times of blessing ruled by thee. 6 With earnest cry we beg, this day, That thou wilt drive all sin away ; So we, defended by tli}^ power. Will praise thy name for evermore. 149 May 28. C. M. Christmas. THE PEARL OP GREAT PRICE. "No mention shall be made of coral or of pearls: for the price of wisdom is above rubies." — Job xxviii. 18. 1 ATE glittering toys of earth, adieu, -^ A nobler choice be mine ; 108 MAY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 150 A real prize attracts my view — A treasure all diyine. 2 Begone, unworthy of my cares. Ye flattering baits of sense ; Inestimable worth appears, The pearl of price immense .' 3 Should earth's vain treasures all depart, Of this dear gift possessed, I'd clasp it to my joyful heart, And be for ever blest. 4 Dear Sovereign of my soul's desii'es, Thy love is bliss divine ; Accept the praise that grace inspii'es. Since I can call thee mine. iOU May 29. 7s. Nuremhurg. " And one cried unto another, and said, Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord of hosts : the whole earth is full of his glory." — Jsa. yi. 3. 1 TTOLY, holy, holy Lord, -*-*- Be thy glorious name adored ; Lord, thy mercies never fail ; Hail, celestial goodness, hail. 2 Though not worthy of thine ear, Deign our humble songs to hear ; Purer praise we hope to bring. When around thy throne we sing. 3 There no tongue shall silent be ; All shall join in harmony ; That, through heaven's capacious round, Praise to thee may ever sound. 4 Lord, thy mercies never fail ; Hail, celestial goodness, hail I Holy, holy, holy Lord, Be thy glorious name adored. K 109 151, 152 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [MAY. 151 May 30. L. M. Old Hundred. GOD SEEN IN ALL THINGS. " Who coyerest thyself with light as with a garment : who stretchest out the heavens like a curtain : who layeth the beams of his chambers in the waters : who maketh the clouds his chariot : who walketh upon the wings of the wind." — Ps. civ. 2, 3. 1 T^HERE is a God, — all nature speaks, -^ Through earth, and air, and sea, and skies ; See, from the clouds his glory breaks, When earliest beams of morning rise. 2 The rising sun, serenely bright. Throughout the world's extended frame, Inscribes, in characters of light, His mighty Maker's glorious name. 3 Ye curious minds, who roam abroad, And trace creation's wonders o'er, Confess the footsteps of your God, — Bow down before him, and adore. 152 May 31. 7s. Nuremburg. INFLUENCES OP THE SPIRIT INVOKED. " Teach me to do thy will ; for thou art my God : thy Spirit is good ; lead me into the land of uprightness." — Ps. cxliii. 10. 1 p RACIOUS Spirit— Love divine ! ^^ Let thy light within me shine ; All my guilty fears remove, Fill me with thy heavenly love. 2 Speak thy pardoning grace to me, Set the burdened sinner free ; Lead me to the Lamb of God, Wash me in his precious blood. 3 Life and peace to me impart ; Seal salvation on my heart: Come and dwell within my breast, Earnest of immortal rest. 4 Let me never from thee stray. Keep me in the narrow way ; Fill my soul with joy divine ; Keep me. Lord, for ever thine. 110 1 JUNE.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 153^ 154 15 O June 1. 7s & 6s. Eomaine. "Thou hast set all the borders of the earth : thou hast made summer and winter." — Ps. LxxIt. 17. 1 '^IS summer, glorious summer, — -■- Look to the glad green earth, How from her grateful bosom The herb and flower spring forth ; — These are her rich thanksgivings, The incense floats above ! Father I what may we offer ? Thy chosen flower is love. 2 'Tis summer, blessed summer, — The lofty hills are bright ; All nature's fountains sparkle, — Shall ours have lesser light ? No ! bid each spirit praise him, Who hangs on every tree A thousand living lyres. Awaking harmony. 3 'Tis summer in our bosoms, When youthful snares we fly. And strength and peace are given By angel ministry. 'Tis summer in yon heaven, Where, teachers, ye shall know While time shall last, the blessedness Wrought by your love below. 154 June 2. S. M. St. Thomas. NATURE AND REViXATION. '• How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that bringeth good tidings of good, that publisheth salvation." — Isa. lii. 7. 1 "OEHOLD the sun, how bright ■^ From yonder east he springs, As if the soul of life and light Were breathing from his wings. 2 So bright the gospel broke Upon the souls of men ; 111 155 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JUNE. So fresh the dreaming world awoke In truth's full radiance then ! 3 Before yon sun arose, Stars clustered through the sky — But oh ! how dim, how pale, were those To his one burning eye. 4 So truth lent many a ray, To bless the pagan's night — But, Lord, how weak, how cold, were they To thy one glorious light ! 155 June 3. L. M. 6 lines. Eaton. ALL THINGS ARE OF GOD. " For of him, and through him, and to him are all things ; to whom be glory for ever." — Rom. xi. 36. 1 'y HOU art, God, the life and light -■- Of all this wondrous world we see ; Its glow by day, its smile by night, Are but reflections caught from thee ; Where'er we turn, thy glories shine. And all things fair and bright are thine. 2 When day, with farewell beam, delays Among the opening clouds of even, And we can almost think we gaze. Through opening vistas, into heaven, — Those hues, that mark the sun's decline, So soft, so radiant, Lord, are thine. 3 When night, with wings of starry gloom, O'ershadows all the earth and skies. Like some dark, beauteous bird, whose plume Is sparkling with unnumbered eyes, — That sacred gloom, those fires divine, So grand, so countless. Lord, are thine. 4 When youthful spring around us breathes, Thy Spirit warms her fragrant sigh ; And every flower that summer wreathes Is born beneath thy kindling eye : Where'er we turn, thy glories shine. And all things fair and bright are thine. 112 JUNE.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 15G, 157 lob June 4. 7s. Kuremhurg. ISVITAnONS OP JESU3. '• Incline your ear, and come unto me ; hear and your soul shall live." — Jsa. It. 3. 1 /^OME I said Jesus' sacred Toice, ^' Come, and make my paths your choice : I will guide you to your home — Weary pilgrim ! hither come. 2 Thou hast long withstood his grace ; Long provoked him to his face ; Wouldst not hear his gracious calls ; Grieved him by a thousand falls. 3 Yet how great his mercies are I Yet he still delights to spare ; Yet he cries, '• Oh, turn and live, I thy sins will still forgive." 4 Oh ! then come — for here is found Balm for every bleeding wound, Peace, which ever shall endure — Rest, eternal — sacred — sure ! lo7 June 5. CM. Coronation. THE JOYFUL EZIGN OF CKRIST. "With righteousness shall he judge the world, and the peo- ple with equity.'* — P^. xcviii. 9. 1 TOY to the world, — the Lord is come ; ^ Let earth receive her King ; Let every heart prepare him room, And heaven and nature sing. 2 Joy to the earth, — the Saviour reigns ; Let men their songs employ ; While fields and floods, rocks, hills, and plains Repeat the sounding joy. 3 No more let sins and sorrows grow, Nor thorns infest the ground ; He comes to make his blessings flow, As far as sin is found. k2 113 158, 159 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JUNE. 4 He rules the world with truth and grace, And makes the nations prove The glories of his righteousness, And wonders of his love. loo June 6. C. M. Arlington. THE spirit's influence INVOKED. " And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you forever." — John xiv. 16. 1 r^ REAT Father of each perfect gift ! ^^ Behold thy children wait ; With longing eyes, and lifted hands. We flock around thy gate. 2 Oh, shed abroad that choicest gift, — Thy Spirit from above, To bless our eyes with sacred light, And fire our hearts with love. 3 Oh, be thy sacred law fulfilled In every act and thought ; Each angry passion far removed. Each selfish view forgot. 4 Blest earnest of eternal joy ! Declare our sins forgiven ; And bear, with energy divine. Our raptured thoughts to heaven. lo9 June 7. H. M. Lenox, SPREAD OP THE GOSPEL. " I will give thee the heathen for thine inheritance, and the uttermost parts of the earth for thy possession." — Ps. ii. 8. 1 f^ ZION, tune thy voice, ^^ And raise thy hands on high ; Tell all the earth thy joys, And boast salvation nigh. Cheerful in God, arise and shine. While rays divine stream all abroad. 114 JUxNE.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 160 2 He gilds thy mourning face "With beams that cannot fade ; His all-resplendent grace He pours around thy head ; The nations round thy form shall view, AVith lustre new divinely crowned. 3 In honor to his name, Reflect that sacred light ; And loud that grace proclaim, "Which makes thy darkness bright : Pursue his praise, till sovereign love In worlds above the glory raise. 4 There on his holy hill A brighter sun shall rise, And with his radiance fill Those fairer, purer skies : "While round his throne, ten thousand stars, In nobler spheres, his influence own. 160 Junes. CM. Jordan. god's aid implored. '• that my ways were directed to keep thy statutes : then shall I not be ashamed when I have respect unto all thy com- mandments." — P$. cxix. 5, 6. 1 "pERPETUAL Source of light and grace, -*- "We hail thy sacred name ; Through every year's revolving round Thy goodness is the same. 2 Yet, oh, what poor returns we pay I Our vows how oft renew ! Those vows as false as morning's cloud, And transient as the dew. 3 As by thy power the morning sun Pursues his radiant way, Brightens, each moment, in his course, And shines to perfect day ; 4 So thou, God, on this new morn Bestow on us thy grace. To bear our feeble footsteps on In all thy righteous ways. 115 IGl, 162 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JUNE. 5 Armed with this energy divine, Our souls shall steadfast move, And with increasing transports press On to thy courts above. 161 June 9. L. M. Duke Street. THE JOY IN WORSHIPPING GOD. "The Lord God is a sun and shield : the Lord will gire grace and glory ; no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly." — I's. Ixxxiv. 11. 1 f^ REAT God, attend while here we sing ^^ The joys that from thy presence spring ; To spend one hour with thee on earth, Exceeds a thousand days of mirth. 2 God is our Sun, he makes our day ; God is our Shield, he guards our way From all the assaults of hell and sin, From foes without and foes within. 3 All needful grace will God bestow. And crown that grace with glory too ; He gives us all things, and withholds No real good from upright souls. 4 Then let us w-alk with growing strength. Till all shall meet in heaven at length ; Till all before thy face appear. And join in nobler worship there. 162 June 10. CM. Warwick. " According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godlinjss, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue." — 2 Pet. i. 3. 1 n^HE dove, let loose in Eastern skies, -*- When hastening fondly home. Ne'er stoops to earth her wing, nor flies Where idle warblers roam ; 2 But high she shoots through air and light, Above all low delay. Where nothing earthly bounds her flight, Nor shadow dims her way. 116 I I JUNE.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 163^ 164 3 So grant me, Lord, from every snare And stain of passion free. Aloft, through virtue's purer air, To urge my course to thee : 4 Xo sin to cloud, no lure to stay My soul, as home she springs ; Thy sunshine on her joyful way, Thy freedom in her wings I 163 June U. S. M. Silver Street. THE PRAISE OF GOD STVEET. " It is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord, and to sing praises unto thy name. Most HiTrh : to show forth thy loving- kindness in the morning, and thy faithfulness every night." — Ps. xcii. 1, 2. 1 C WEET is the work, Lord ! ^ Thy glorious name to sing. To praise and pray, to hear thy word, jVnd grateful offerings bring. 2 Sweet — at the dawning light, Thy boundless love to tell; And, when approach the shades of night, Still on the theme to dwell. 3 Sweet — on thy day of rest, To join, in heart and voice. With those who love and serve thee best, And in thy name rejoice. 4 To songs of praise and joy May here our time be given, That such may be our blest employ Eternally in heaven. 164 June 12. 7s. Sabbath. CHRIST OUR STRENGTH. "I can do all things through C^irist which strengtheneth me."— P/ti^. iv. 13. 1 T^EEBLE, helpless, how shall I -*- Learn to live and learn to die ? Who, God, my guide shall be ? Who shall lead thy child to Thee ? 117 165 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JUNE. 2 Blessed Father, gracious One, Thou hast sent thy holy Son ; He will give the light I need, He my trembling steps will lead. 3 Through this world, uncertain, dim. Let me ever learn of him ; From his precepts wisdom draw, Make his life my solemn law. 4 Thus in deed, and thought, and word, Led by Jesus Christ the Lord, In my weakness, thus shall I Learn to live and learn to die : 6 Learn to live in peace and love. Like the perfect ones above ; — Learn to die without a fear. Feeling thee, my Father, near. 165 June 13. L. M. Missionary Chant, YOUTHFUL DEVOTION. " God, thou art my God ; early will I seek thee : my mouth shall praise thee with joyful lips." — Ps. Ixxiii. 1, 5. 1 f~^ REAT God, to thee my voice I raise, ^^ To thee my youngest hours belong : I would begin my life with praise, Till growing years improve the song. 2 'Tis to thy sovereign grace I owe That I was born on Christian ground. Where streams of heavenly mercy flow, And words of sweet salvation sound. 3 Thy glorious promises, Lord, Kindle my hopes and my desire ! I rest my faith upon that word Which bids my soul to heaven aspire. 4 Thy praise shall still employ my breath, Since thou hast marked my way to heaven, Nor let me run the road to death, And waste the blessings thou hast given. 118 JUKE.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 166, 167 166 June 14. S. M. Silver Street. THE MEBCIES OF GOD. '• Bless the Lord, my soul : and forget not all his benefits ; who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy dis- eases.'" — Ps. ciii. 2, 3. 1 r\ bless the Lord, my soul! ^-^ Let all within me join, And aid my tongue to bless his name, Whose favors are diyine. 2 'Tis he forgives thy sins, 'Tis he relieves thy pain, 'Tis he vrho heals thy sicknesses, And makes thee young again. 3 He crowns thy life with love. When ransomed from the grave ; He, who redeemed my soul from hell, Hath sovereign power to save. 4 He fills the poor with good ; He gives the sufferers rest ; The Lord hath judgments for the proud, And justice for the oppressed. 5 Then bless the Lord, my soul ! Let all within me join, And aid my tongue to bless his name, Whose favors are divine. 167 June 15. L. M. Old Hundred. PEAISE TO GOD FROM ALL THE EARTH. " Enter into his gates with thanksgiring, and into his courts with praise : be thankful unto him, and bless his name." — Ps. c. 4. 1 "YTE nations round the earth I rejoice -*- Before the Lord, your sovereign King ; Serve him with cheerful heart and voice ; With all your tongues his glory sing. 2 The Lord is God ; 'tis he alone Doth life and breath and being give ; We are his work, and not our own ; The sheep that on his pastures live. 119 168; 169 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JUNE. 3 Enter his gates with songs of joy ; "With praises to his courts repair ; And make it your divine employ To pay your thanks and honors there. 4 The Lord is good, the Lord is kind ; Great is his grace, his mercy sure ; And the whole race of man shall find His truth from age to age endure. Ibo June 16. L. M. Missionary Chant, "THY KINGDOM COME." " The kingdom of God is not meat and drink, but righteous- ness and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost." — JRom. xiv. 17. 1 " ^HY kingdom come !" All sinful lands, -*- In error sunk, thy presence crave ; And victims bound by tyrant hands Implore thee. Father, come and save ! 2 '* Thy kingdom come !" The afflicted mind In chains and darkness calls for thee ; For thou hast eyes to give the blind, And strength to set the bondman free. 3 Thy reign of peace and love begin ! Too oft the Christian's sacred name Is stained by war and slavery's sin ; Oh, come, assert the gospel's claim I 4 Oh, never in truth's righteous cause Our hearts be slow, our voices dumb ; Upon the glorious theme we pause, And fervent pray, " Thy kingdom come !'' iby June 17. 7s. Benevento. PRAISE TO GOD. " While I live will I praise the Lord : I will sing praises unto my God while I have any being." — Ps. cxlvi. 2. 1 T>RAISE to God ; oh ! let us raise -^ From our hearts a song of praise ; Of that goodness let us sing Whence our lives and blessings spring. 120 JUNE.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 170 2 Praise to Him ttIio made the light, Praise to Him -who gave us sight ! Praise to Him ^ho formed the ear I He our humble praise will hear. 3 Praise Him for our happy hours ; Praise Him for our varied powers ; For these thoughts that soar above ; For these hearts he made for love. 4 For the voice he placed within, Bearing witness when we sin ; Praise to Him whose tender care Keeps the watchful guardian there ! 5 Praise the mercy thai aia &eiid Jesus for our guide and friend : Praise Him, every heart and voice, Him who makes the world rejoice. 170 June 18. CM. Medfield, LTEERALITT REWARDED. " He hath dispersed ; he hath given to the poor ; his right- eousness endureth for ever ; his horn shall be exalted with honor.-" — Ps. cxii. 9. 1 TTAPPY is he who 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 In times of danger and distress, Some beams of light shall shine, To show the world his righteousness, And give him peace divine. 4 His works of piety and love Remain before the Lord ; Honor on earth, and joys above; Shall be his sure reward. L. 121 171, 172 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JUNE. 171 June 19. L. M. Hebron. LIVING TO CHRIST. "Lord, to whom shall we go? Thou hast the words of eter- nal life." — John vi. 68, 1 lyrY gracious Lord, I own thy right 1.tX rp^ every service I can pay, And call it my supreme delight To hear thy dictates and obey. 2 What is my being, but for thee — Its sure support — its noblest end ? 'Tis my delight tbv ^'«^ce to see. And serve the ^ause of such a friend. o I would not breathe for worldly joy, Or to increase my worldly good ; Nor future days nor powers employ To spread a sounding name abroad. 4 'Tis to my Saviour I would live; To him, who for my ransom died ; Nor could all worldly honor give Such bliss as crowns me at his side. 5 His work my hoary age shall bless, When youthful vigor is no more ; And my last hour of life confess His saving love — his glorious power. 172 June 20. 7s & 6s. Amsterdam, THE WITNESS. " He that holieveth on the Son of God hath the witness in himself." — 1 John v. 10. 1 C AVIOUR, I thy word believe, ^ My unbelief remove ; Now thy quickening Spirit give. The unction from above : Show me, Lord, how good thou art; With thy love my spirit fill, Send the witness to my heart, The Holy Ghost reveaL 122 JUXE.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 173 2 Blessed Comforter, come doTv-n, And live and move in me ; Make my everv deed thine own, In all things led by thee : Bid my every sin depart, And with me vouchsafe to dwell ; Faithful AVitness, in my heart Thy perfect light reveal. .3 Whom the world cannot receive, Lord, reveal in me ; Son of God, I cease to live, L'nless I live to thee : Make me choose the better part ; Oh, do thou my pardon seal ; Send the witness to my heart, The Holy Ghost reveal. 173 June 21. CM. Feterhorough, god's G00D>T:S3 ACK>'0WLEDG£D. ^'The goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance." — Bom.u.L 1 r\ GOD, let this my morning song ^-^ Like holy incense rise ; Assist the offerings of my tongue To reach the lofty skies. 2 Amid the darkness of the night Me thou didst safely keep, Again to hail the morning light Again refreshed by sleep. 3 Perpetual blessings from above Encompass me around ; But oh I how few returns of love Hath my Creator found I 4 How long have I abused thy love ! How long indulged in sin I For conscience cries with faithful voice. How guilty I have been. 5 Draw me, God, with sovereign grace, And fill me with thy love : That I may end this mortal race To dwell with thee above. 123 174, 175 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JUNE. 174 June 22. CM. Rochester. THE BOUNTIES OP PROVIDENCE. " The earth, Lord, is full of thy mercy : teach me. thy sta- tutes." — Ps. cxix. 64. 1 T ORD, when my raptured thought surveys ■^ Creation's beauties o'er, All nature joins to teach thy praise, And bid my soul adore. 2 Where'er I turn my gazing eyes, Thy radiant footsteps shine ; Ten thousand pleasing wonders rise, And speak their source divine. - 3 On me thy providence has shone With gentle, smiling rays : let my lips and life make known Thy goodness and thy praise. 4 All-bounteous Lord, thy grace impart ; teach me to improve Thy gifts, with ever-grateful heart ; And crown them with thy love. X70 June 23. 8s & 7s. Sicilian Hymn, CHRIST'S EXALTATION. " He is able to save them to the uttermost that come unto God by him, seeing he ever liveth to make intercession for them."— ire6. vii. 25. 1 TESTIS ! hail ! enthroned in glory, ^ There for ever to abide ; All the heavenly host adore thee, Seated at thy Father's side. 2 There for sinners thou art pleading. There thou dost our place prepare ; Ever for us interceding. Till in glory we appear. 3 Worship, honor, power, and blessing, Thou art worthy to receive : Loudest praises, without ceasing, Meet it is for us to give. 124 JUXE.] HYMXS FOR SCHOOLS. 176, 177 4 Help, ye bright, angelic spirits I Bring your sweetest, noblest lays ; Help to sing our Saviour's merits, — Help to chant Immanuel's praise. 176 June 24. C. M. St. Martin'' s. COMPASSION AXD CHARITT. "The merciful man doeth good to his own soul." — Prryv. xi. 17 1 T3LEST is the man whose softening heart -^ Feels all another's pain ; To whom the supplicating eye Is never raised in vain ; — 2 "Whose breast expands with generous warmth, A brother's woes to feel. And bleeds in pity o'er the wound He wants the power to heal. 3 He spreads his kind supporting arms To every child of grief; His secret bounty largely flows, And brings imasked relief. 4 To gentle offices of love His feet are never slow ; He views, through mercy's melting eye, A brother in a foe. 5 To him protection shall be shown, — And mercy from above Descend on him who thus fulfils The perfect law of love. 177 June 25. S. M. Lishon. CHRIST'S LOVE CELEBRATED. "And they sing the song of Moses, the servant of God, and the song of the Lamb, saying, 'Great and marvellous are thy works. Lord God Almighty; just and true are thy ways, thou King of saints.' --' — Rev. xv. 3. 1 A WAKE, and sing the song ■^-^ Of Moses and the Lamb I Wake, every heart and every tongue To praise the Saviour's name I l2 125 78 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JUNE. Sing of his dying love — Sing of his rising power — Sing how he intercedes above For us, whose sins he bore. Sing, till we feel our heart Ascending with our tongue ; Sing, till the love of sin depart, And grace inspire our song. Soon shall we hear him say, *' Ye blessed children, come!" Soon will he call us hence away To our eternal home. There shall our raptured tongue His endless praise proclaim ; And sweeter voices tune the song Of Moses and the Lamb ! 178 June 26. CM. Jorda?i INCREASING LOVE TO CHRIST DESIRED. " Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth." — Col. iii. 2. 1 nPHOU lovely source of true delight, -^ Whom I unseen adore ; Unvail thy beauties to my sight, That I may love thee more. 2 Thy glory o'er creation shines ; But in thy sacred word I read, in fairer, brighter lines, My bleeding — dying Lord. 8 'Tis here, whene'er my comforts droop. And sins and sorrows rise — Thy love, with cheering beams of hope, My fainting heart supplies. 4 But ah ! too soon the pleasing scene Is clouded o'er with pain ; My gloomy fears rise dark between, And I again complain. 5 Jesus, my Lord — my Life — my Light, Oh, come with blissful ray ; 126 JUNE.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 179^180 Break through the gloomy shades of night, And chase my fears away. 6 Then shall my soul with rapture trace The wonders of thy love : Then I shall see thy glorious face In endless joy above. 179 June 27. L. M. Uxbridge. rSTITATIOX TO GO TO CHEIST. " Comp and let us return unto the Lord : for he hath torn, and he will heal us ; he hath smitten, and he will hind us up." — Hosea tI. 1. 1 /^^OME, weary souls I with sin distressed, ^' Come, and accept the promised rest ; The Saviour's gracious call obey, And cast your gloomy fears away. 2 Here mercy's boundless ocean flows, To cleanseVonr guilt and heal your woes ; Pardon and life, and endless peace, — How rich the gift, how free the grace ! 3 Lord : we accept, with thankful heart, The hope thy gracious words impart : We come, with trembling ; yet rejoice, And bless the kind inviting voice. •1 Dear Saviour I let thy powerful love Confirm our faith, — our fears remove ; Oh I sweetly reign in every breast, And guide us to eternal rest. 180 June 28. S. M. St. Thomas. COilMrXION WITH THE FATHER A>'D CHRIST. "Whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son." — John xiv. 13. 1 (~\^^ heavenly Father calls, ^ And Christ invites us near ; With both, our friendship shall be sweet. And our communion dear. 2 God pities all our griefs : He pardons every day ; 181 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JUNE. Almighty to protect our souls, And wise to guide our way. 3 How large his bounties are ! What various stores of good, Diifused from our Redeemer's hand, And purchased with his blood I 4 Jesus, our living head. We bless thy faithful care ; Our advocate before the throne. And our forerunner there. 5 Here fix, my roving heart ! Here wait, my warmest love ! Till this communion be complete In nobler scenes above. 181 June 29. 8s & 7s. Sicilian Hymn* A MORNING SONG. "Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind ; and thy neighhor as thyself." — Luke x. 27. 1 Tl/^ELCOME now another morning, *^ While we meet our God to praise, And, our daily work returning. First to him our voice to raise. 2 Let us think how time is passing — Soon the longest life departs, Nothing human is abiding. Save the love of humble hearts. 3 Love to God and to our neighbor Makes our purest happiness ; Vain the wish, the care, the laboi', Earth's poor trifles to possess. 4 Father, now one prayer we raise thee ; Give an humble, grateful heart ; Never let us cease to praise thee. Never from thy fear depart. 5 Then, when years have gathered o'er us, And the world begins to fade, Heaven's bright realm will rise before us : There our treasure has been laid. 128 JULY.] HYMXS FOR SCHOOLS. 182^ 183 182 June 30. 7s. FleyeVs Hymn. WEO SHALL DWELL IN HEAVEN. " Lord, who shall abide in thy tabernacle ? who shall dwell in thy holy hill? He that walketh uprightly, and worketh righte- ousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart."" — Fs. xy.l, 2. 1 "TT^HO, Lord, when life is o'er, ^^ Shall to heavens blest mansions soar; Who, an ever-welcome guest. In thy holy place shall rest "? — 2 He, whose heart thy love has warmed ; He, whose will to thine conformed, Bids his Life unsullied run ; He, whose words and thoughts are one ; — 3 He, who shuns the sinner's road, Loving those who love their God : "Who, with hope, and faith unfeigned, Treads the path by thee ordained ; 4 He, who trusts in Christ alone, Not in aught himself hath done : — He, great God, shall be thy care, And thy choicest blessings share. 183 July 1. CM. Laneshoroiigh. A HARVEST HYMN. " Say not ye,* There are yet four months, and then cometh harvest. Behold I say unto you. Lift up your eyes, and look on the fields ; for they are white already to harvest." — John iv. 35. 1 'TO praise the ever-bounteous Lord, -^ My soul, wake all thy powers : He calls, and at his voice comes forth The smiling harvest hours. 2 His covenant with the earth he keeps ; ^ly tongue, his goodness sing ; Summer and winter know their time, His harvest crowns the spring. * This is in the imperative mode, and should be read accord- ingly, and not, as is generally done, in the interrogatire man- ner. As if the Saviour had' said, •• Do not wait four months : the time to do good is always prese>'t." 129 184,185 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JULY, 3 Well pleased the laborers behold The waving yellow crop, With joy they bear the sheaves away, And sow again in hope. 4 Thus teach me, gracious God, to sow The seeds of righteousness; Smile on my soul, and with thy beams The ripening harvest bless. 184 July 2. S. M. Skirland. PARENTAL ENTREATY. " And ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search for me with all your heart." — Jer. xxix. 13. I 1 MY son, know thou the Lord, Thy father's God obey ; Seek his protecting care by night. His guardian hand by day. Call, while he may be found, Oh, seek him while he's near ; Serve him with all thy heart and mind, And worship him with fear. If thou wilt seek his face, His ear will hear thy cry ; Then shalt thou find his mercy sure. His grace for ever nigh. Yield then to love divine. Break off your sins to-day ; Accept the Saviour's pardoning grace, Believe, repent, and pray. 185 Julys. CM. Warwick. PRATER FOR THE EXTENSION OF CHRISTIANITY. "The Lord God will cause rigbteoiisness and praise to spring forth before all the nations." — Isa. Ixi. 11. 1 OHINE, mighty God, on Zion shine, ^ With beams of heavenly grace ; Reveal thy power through every land, And show thy smiling face. 130 JULY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 186 2 "WTien shall thy name, from shore to shore, Sound through the earth abroad, And distant nations know and love Their Saviour and their God ? 3 Is not thy sacred promise pledged To thine exalted Son, That through the nations of the earth Thy word of life shall run ? 4 ''Ask — and I give the heathen lands For thine inheritance ; And to the world's remotest shores Thine empire shall advance." 5 From east to west, from north to south, Then be his name adored : Let earth, with all its millions, shout Hosanna to the Lord I iob July 4. L. M. Missionary Chant, "REJIEMBER THEM THAT ARE IN EOXDS."' *' Behold, the hire of the laborers who have reaped down your fields, which is of you kept back bj fraud, crieth ; and the cries of them which have reaped are entered into the ears of the Lord of Sabaoth." — James v, 4. 1 T ORD, when thine ancient people cried, -"-^ Oppressed and bound by Egypt's king, Thou didst Arabia's sea divide. And forth thy fainting Israel bring. 2 Lo, in these latter days, our land Groans with the anguish of the slave : Lord God of hosts I stretch forth thy hand. Not shortened that it cannot save. 3 Roll back the swelling tide of sin. The lust of gain, the lust of power ; The day of freedom usher in : How long delays the appointed hour ? 4 As thou of old to Miriam's hand The thrilling timbrel didst restore. And to the joyful song her land Echoed from desert to the shore ; 131 187,188 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JULY. 5 let thy smitten ones again Take up the chorus of the free, — Praise ye the Lord ! His power proclaim, For he hath conquered gloriously I 1 7 Jiily 5. C. M. Christmas. god's presence 13 LIGHT IN DARKNESS. *' Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path." — Fs. cxix. 105. 1 IV/TY God! the spring of all my joys, -LYX r^^Q iifQ Qf jjjy delights, The glory of my brightest days, And comfort of my nights, — 2 In darkest shades, if thou appear, My dawning is begun ; Thou art my soul's bright morning star, And thou my rising sun. 3 The opening heavens around me shine With beams of sacred bliss, While Jesus shows his mercy mine, And whispers, I am his ! 4 My soul would leave this heavy clay At that transporting word. And run with joy the shining way To meet my gracious Lord. 188 July 6. C. Mo Mear, CONFIDENCE IN GOD. " Although the fig-tree shall not blossom, neither shall fruit be in the vines ; the labor of the olive shall fail, and the fields shall yield no meat; the flock shall be cutoff from the fold, and there shall be no herd in the stalls : yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will joy in the God of my salvation." — Hob. iii. 17, 18. 1 OINCE all the varying scenes of time ^ God's watchful eye surveys, Oh, who so wise to choose our lot. Or to appoint our ways ! Good, when he gives — supremely good. Nor less when he denies j 132 JULY.] HYMXS FOR SCHOOLS. 189 E'en crosses, from his soTereign hand, Are blessings in disguise. 3 Why should we doubt a Father's love, So constant and so kind ? To his unerring, gracious will Be every wish resigned. 4 In thy fair book of life divine, My God, inscribe my name ; There let it fill some humble place Beneath my Lord the Lamb ! 189 July 7. S. M. St. Thomas. CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP. *''The Lord make you to increase and abound in loye on« toward another, and toward all men." — 1 Thess. iu. 12. 1 "DLEST be the tie that binds -^ Our hearts in Christian love I The fellowship of kindred minds Is like to that above. 2 Before our Father's throne We pour our ardent prayers ; Our fears, our hopes, our aims, are one — Our comforts and our cares. 3 We share our mutual woes, Our mutual burdens bear ; And often for each other flows The sympathizing tear. 4 When we are called to part, It gives us mutual pain ; But we shall still be joined in heart, And hope to meet again. 5 This glorious hope revives Our courage by the way ; While each in expectation lives, And longs to see the day. 6 From sorrow, toil, and pain. From sin, we shall be free ; And perfect love and friendship reign Through all eternity. M 133 190^ 191 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JULY. lyO July 8. 7s. Nuremburg. A MORNING SONG. "Withhold not thou thy tender mercies from me, Lord: let thy loving-kindness and thy truth continually preserve me."— P6\ xl. 11. 1 'T^HOU that dost my life prolong, -■- Kindl}'' aid my morning song ; Thankful from my couch I rise, * To the God that rules the skies. 2 Thou didst hear my evening cry ; Thy preserving hand was nigh ; Peaceful slumbers thou hast shed, Grateful to my weary head. 3 Thou hast kept me through the night ; 'Twas thy hand restored the light: Lord, thy mercies still are new, Plenteous as the morning dew. 4 Still my feet are prone to stray ; Oh ! preserve me through the day : Dangers everywhere abound ; Sins and snares beset me round. 5 Gently, with the dawning ray, On my soul thy beams display : Sweeter than the smiling morn, Let thy cheering light return. 191 July 9. L. M. Hebron. LOVE TO GOD AND OUR NEIGHBOR. "Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and •with all thy soul, and with all thy mind : and thou shalt lovo thy neighbor as thyself." — JilatL xxii. 37, 39. 1 nPHUS saith the first, the great command, -*~ ''Let all thy inward powers unite, To love thy Maker, and thy God, With utmost vigor and delight. 2 '' Then shall thy neighbor, next in place. Share thine affection and esteem ; And let thy kindness to thyself, Measure and rule thy love to him." 134 J JULY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 192, 193 3 This is the sense that Moses spoke ; This did the prophets preach and proye ; For want of this the law is broke, And the whole law's fulfilled by love. 4 But oh ! how base our passions are I How cold our charity and zeal I Lord, fill our souls with heavenly fire, Or we shall ne'er perform thy will. 192 July 10. CM. Medjield. CONTRITION. " God be merciful to me, a sinner." — Imke xriii. 13. 1 r\ THOU ! whose tender mercy hears ^^ Contrition's humble sigh ; "Whose hand, indulgent, wipes the tears From sorrow's weeping eye; — 2 See, low before thy throne of grace, A wretched wanderer mourn ; Has thou not bid me seek thy face ? Hast thou not said — " Return ?" 3 And shall my guilty fears prevail To drive me from thy feet ? Thy word of promise cannot fail, My tower of safe retreat. 4 Oh ! shine on this benighted heart, With beams of mercy shine ; And let thy healing voice impart A taste of joys divine. 193 JulyU. L. M. Ejingham. DZIJVERANCE FROM SIN DZSIRED. " Have mercy upon me, God, according to thy loving-kind- ness : according unto the multitude of thy tender mercies, blot out my transgressions." — Ps. li. 1. 1 A ND dost thou say, ''Ask what thou wilt?" ■^^ Lord, I would seize the golden hour — I pray to be released from guilt. And freed from sin's polluting power. 135 194 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JULY. 2 More of thy presence, Lord, impart ; More of thine image let me bear ; Erect thy throne within my heart, And reign without a rival there. 3 Give me to read my pardon sealed. And from thy joy to draw my strength ; Oh ! be thy boundless love revealed In all its height, and breadth, and length. 4 Grant these requests — I ask no more. But to thy care the rest resign : Sick, or in health — or rich, or poor, All shall be well, if thou art mine. 194: July 12. 7s. Beneve^ito. PRAYER FOR GUIDANCE. "The meek will he guide in judgment; and the meek "will he teach his way." — Ps. xxv. 9. 1 p UIDE, Lord, our youthful band ^-^ Journeying toward the better land ; Foes we know are to be met. Snares our daily path beset ; Clouds upon the valley rest. Rough and dark the mountain's breast ; And our home may not be gained, Save through trials well sustained. 2 Guide us, while we onward move Bound by bonds of mutual love, Striving for the holy mind. And the soul from sense refined ; That when life no longer burns, And the dust to dust returns. With the strength which thou hast given We may rise to thee and heaven. 3 God of love ! on thee we all Humbly for thy guidance call ; Save us from the evil tongue. From the heart that thinketh wrong, 136 i JULY.] UYMXS FOR SCHOOLS. 195, 196 From the sins, -^hate'er they be, That divide the soul from thee. God of grace ! on thee we rest ; Bless us, and we shall be blest. 195 July 13. L. M. Portugal COimUMOX WITH GOD DESIRED. " My flesh and my heart faileth : but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever." — Ps. Ixxiii. 26. 1 IV TY gracious Lord, whose changeless love ■^^ To me no earthly power can part, When shall my feet forget to rove ? Ah ! what shall fix this faithless heart ? 2 Why do these cares my soul divide, If thou indeed hast set me free ? Why am I thus, if thou hast died — If thou hast died to ransom me ? 3 Great God, thy sovereign aid impart, And guard the gifts thyself hast given : My portion thou, my treasure art, My life, my happiness, and heaven. 4 Would aught with thee my wishes share. Though dear as life the idol be. That idol from my breast I'll tear, Kesolved to seek my all from thee. 5 Whate'er I fondly counted mine, To thee, my Lord, I here restore : With joy I all for thee resign ; Give me thyself — I ask no more. lyb July 14. CM. Laneshorough. THE SAVIOim THE GREAT OBJECT « DESIRE. " I count all things but loss for the excellency of the know- ledge of Christ Jesus, my Lord." — Phil. iii. 8. 1 ATY Saviour, let me hear thy voice JJX Pronounce the word of peace ; And all my warmest powers shall join To celebrate thy grace. m2 137 197 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JULY. 2 With gentle voice, call me thy child, And speak my sins forgiven ; The accents mild shall charm mine ear Like all the harps of heaven. 3 Cheerful, where'er thy hand shall lead, The darkest path I'll tread ; Cheerful I'll quit these mortal shores, And mingle with the dead. 4 When dreadful guilt is done away. No other fears we know ; That hand which seals our pardon sure, Shall crowns of life bestow. 197 July 15. S. M. Shirland. PRAYER FOR PARDON. " For thy name's sake, Lord, pardon mine iniquity : for it is great." — Ps. xxv. 11. 1 "TDEFORE thy mercy's throne, ^^ Thy succor, Lord, we seek; For thou art good and great alone ; All helpless we, and weak. 2 Like sheep that go astray. Our wilful course we've run. From what thou wouldst, have turned away, And what thou wouldst not, done. 3 Guilt, like a heavy load. Upon our conscience lies ; To thee we make our sorrows known, And lift our weeping eyes. 4 Oh, spare our sins confessed, The penitents restore ; On them who turn to thee for rest, Thy healthful Spirit pour. 5 Pour, for the Saviour's sake. Thy blessing's heavenly dew On those who fain would sin forsake, And thy pure ways pursue. 138 JULY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 198, 199 198 July 16. L. M. Ward, PRAYER FOR GUARDIANSHIP AND GUIDANCE. '• The Lord is my light and my salvation ; whom shall T fear ? The Lord is the strength of my life : of whom shall 1 be afraid." — Fs. xxvli. 1. 1 f\ THOL", to "vvhose all-searching sight ^-^ The darkness shineth as the light, Search, prove my heart ; it pants for thee ; Oh, burst these bonds, and set it free I 2 If in this darksome wild I stray, Be thou my Light, be thou my Way ; No foes, no violence I fear, No fraud, while thou, my God, art near. 8 When rising floods my soul o'erflow. When sinks my heart in waves of wo, God, thy timely aid impart, And raise my head and cheer my heart. 4 If rough and thorny be the way, My strength proportion to my day ; Till toil, and grief, and pain shall cease. Where all is calm, and joy, and peace. 199 July 17. L.M. eiines. Eaton. gUPPLICATION FOR PARDON. '' Hear, Lord, when I cry with my voice : have mercy also uy^on me, and answer me." — Ps. xxvii. 7. 1 "pATHER of mercies— God of love ! -*- Oh I hear a humble suppliant's cry; Bend from thy lofty seat above, Thy throne of glorious majesty: Oh ! deign to hear my mournful voice, And bid my drooping heart rejoice. 2 I urge no merits of my own, No worth, to claim thy gracious smile : Xo — when I bow before thy throne. And dare converse with God a while — Thy name, blest Jesus, is my jjlea — Dearest and sweetest name to me I 139 200; 201 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JULY. 3 Father of mercies — God of love ! Then hear thy humble suppliant's cry ; Bend from thy lofty seat above, Thy throne of glorious majesty : One pardoning word can make me v^hole, And soothe the anguish of my soul. 200 July 18. L. M. Duhe Street, UNIVERSAL PREVALENCE OF THE GOSPEL. " And the Lord shall be king over all the earth : in that day shall there be one Lord, and his name one." — Zech. xiv. 9. 1 A RISE ! arise ! — with joy survey •^-^ The glory of the latter day : Already is the dawn begun "Which marks at hand a rising sun ! 2 ^* Behold the way !" ye heralds, cry : Spare not — but lift your voices high : Convey the sound from pole to pole, " Glad tidings" to the captive soul. 3 The north gives up — the south no more Keeps back her consecrated store : From east to west the message runs, And either India yields her sons. 4 Auspicious dawn ! — thy rising ray With joy we view — and hail the day ; Great Sun of Righteousness ! — arise. And fill the world with glad surprise. 201 July 19. S. M. Lisbon. CASTING OUR CARES ON GOD. '■ Cast thy burdem upon the Lord, and he shall sustain thee : he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved." — Ps. Iv. 22. 1 XTOW gentle God's commands ! -^^ How kind his precepts are ! "Come, cast your burdens on the Lord, And trust his constant care." 2 While Providence supports, Let saints securely dwell ; That hand which bears all nature up, Shall guide his children well. 140 JULY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 202, 203 8 Why should this anxious load Press down your weary mind ? Haste to your heavenly Father's throne, And peace and comfort find. 4 His goodness stands approved, Down to the present day ; I'll drop my burden at his feet, And bear a song away. 202 July 20. C. M. Coronation. CHRIST'S EEIGN TO BE UXnTESAL. " He shall have dominion from sea to sea, and from the river unto the ends of the earth."' — JPs. Ixxii. 8. 1 TESUS, immortal King, arise ! ^ Assert thy rightful sway, Till earth, subdued, its tribute bring. And distant lands obey. 2 Ride forth, victorious Conqueror, ride. Till all thy foes submit, And all the powers of hell resign Their trophies at thy feet ! 3 Send forth thy word — and let it fly The spacious earth around ; Till every soul beneath the sun Shall hear the joyful sound I 4 From sea to sea, from shore to shore, May Jesus be adored ; And earth, with all her millions, shout Hosanna to the Lord ! 203 July 21. L. M. Wells. ENCOUEAGEMENT TO PRATER. '• For the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous, and his ears are open unto their prayers." — 1 Pet. iii. 12. 1 Q ING to the Lord, who loud proclaims ^ His various and his saving names ; Oh I may they not be heard alone. But by our sure experience known. 141 204 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JULY. 2 Through every age his gracious ear Is open to his servants' prayer ; Nor can one humble soul complain, That he has sought his God in vain. 3 What unbelieving heart shall dare In whispers to suggest a fear ? While still he owns his ancient name, The same his power — his love the same ! 4 To thee our souls in faith arise. To thee we lift expecting eyes ; We boldly through the desert tread, For God will guard where God shall lead. 204 July 22. C. M. ArU7igton, COMFORT IN GOD. " Let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice : let them ever shout for joy, because thou defendest them : let them also that love thy name be joyful in thee." — Fs. v. 11. 1 "PiEAR Refuge of my weary soul, •^-^ On thee, when sorrows rise, On thee, when waves of trouble roll, My fainting hope relies. 2 To thee I tell each rising grief, For thou alone canst heal ; Thy word can bring a sweet relief For every pain I feel. 3 But, oh ! when gloomy doubts prevail, I fear to call thee mine ; The springs of comfort seem to fail. And all my hopes decline. 4 Yet, gracious God, where shall I flee ? Thou art my only trust ; And still my soul would cleave to thee, Though prostrate in the dust. 5 Thy mercy-seat is open still ; Here let my soul retreat ; With humble hope attend thy will, And wait beneath thy feet. 142 \ JULY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 205^ 206 20o Jllly 23. C. M, Laneshorough. EELIGIOX DIPORTANT TO THE YOUyG. "Keep sound wisdom and discretion: so shall they be life unto thy soul, and grace to thy neck.'" — Prov. iii. 21, 22. 1 T\rHILE in the tender years of youth, ^^ In nature's smiling bloom, Ere age arrive, and, trembling, wait Its summons to the tomb ; — 2 Remember thy Creator, God ; For him thy powers employ ; Make him thy fear, thy love, thy hope, Thy portion, and thy joy. 3 He will in safety guide thy course O'er life's uncertain sea, And bring thee to that peaceful shore Where happy spirits be. 206 July 24. G. M. Rochester. PLEASUEE OP INSTRUCTING THE YOUNG. " Let no man despise thy youth ; but be thou an example of the belieyers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity." — 1 Tim. iv. 12. 1 "DLESTwork! the youthful mind to win, ^ And turn the rising race From dark and dangerous paths of sin. To seek redeeming grace. 2 Children our kind protection claim ; And God will well approve, "When infants learn to lisp his name, And their Redeemer love. 3 Be ours the bliss, in wisdom's way To guide untutored youth. And show the mind which went astray The way, the life, the truth ! 4 Thy Spirit, Father, on us shed. And bless this good design : The honors of thy name be spread : Be all the glory thine ! 143 207,208 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JULY. 207 July 25. L. M. Hebron, CHRISTIAN PRIENDSHIP. " A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another." — John xiii. 34. 1 TTOW blest the sacred tie that binds, -*--*- In sweet communion, kindred minds ! How swift the heavenly course they run, Whose hearts, whose faith, whose hopes, are one t 2 To each the soul of each how dear ! What jealous love, what holy fear! How doth the generous flame within Refine from earth and cleanse from sin ! 3 Their streaming tears together flow For human guilt and human woe ; Their ardent prayers together rise, Like mingling incense to the skies. 4 Nor shall the glowing flame expire, When dimly burns frail nature's fire; Then shall they meet in realms above, A heaven of joy, a heaven of love. 208 July 26. L. M. Truro. GOD EVER TO BE PRAISED. " Lord, open thou my lips, and my mouth shall show forth thy praise." — Ps. li. 15. 1 TTOW shall we praise thee. Lord of light ! -*-*- How shall we all thy love declare ! Once more we've guarded been by night, Once more we raise our morning prayer. 2 We would adore thee, God sublime, Whose power and wisdom, love and grace Are greater than the round of time. And wider than the bounds of space. 3 Oh, how shall thought expression find, All lost in thine immensity ! How shall we seek thee, glorious Mind, Amid thy dread infinity ! 144 \ JULY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 209/210 4 But thou art present with us here, As in thy glittering, high domain ; And grateful hearts and humble fear Can never seek thy face in vain, 5 Help us to praise thee, Lord of light ; Help us thy boundless love declare ; And, while we've guarded been by night, Once more hear thou our morning prayer. * 209 July 27. C. M. St. Martin's. THY KIN-GDOM COME. " Thy throne, God, is for eyer and ever : a sceptre of righte- ousness is the sceptre of thy kingdom." — Heb. i. 8 1 Tj^ATHER of me and all mankind^ -■- And all the hosts above, Let every understanding mind Unite to praise thy love. 2 Thy kingdom come, with power and grace, To every heart of man ; Thy peace, and joy, and righteousness, In all our bosoms reign ; — 3 The righteousness that never ends. But makes an end of sin ; The joy that human thought transcends, And calms the soul within ; 4 The kingdom of established peace, Which can no more remove ; The perfect power of godliness, The omnipotence of love. 210 July 28. S. M. Watchman. ENCOIJRAGEMZNT TO DO GOOD. **And let us not he weary iu well-doing: for in due seaaon we shall reap if we faint not" — Gal. yi. 9. 1 /CHILDREN of Christ, arise, ^-^ And gird you for the toil ; The dew of promise from the skies Already cheers the soil. N 145 211 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [JULY. 2 Go "where the sick recline, Where mourning hearts deplore ; And where the sons of penury pine, Dispense your hallowed lore. 5 Urge, with a tender zeal, The erring child along, Where peaceful congregations kneel, And pious teachers throng. 4 Be faith, which looks above, • With prayer, your constant guest ; And wrap the Saviour's changeless love A mantle round your breast. 6 So shall you share the wealth That earth may ne'er despoil, And the blest gospel's saving health Repay your arduous toil. 211 July 29. L. M. Ward EXTENT OF CHRIST'S LOVE. " As the Father hath loved me, so have I loved you : continue ye in my love." — John xv. 9. 1 TESTIS, thy boundless love to me ^ No thought can reach, no tongue declare ; Unite my thankful heart to thee. And reign without a rival there. 2 Thy love, how cheering is its ray ! All pain before its presence flies ; Care, anguish, sorrow, melt away Where'er its healing beams arise. 3 Oh, let thy love my soul inflame, And to thy service sweetly bind ; Transfuse it through my inmost frame, And mould me wholly to thy mind. 4 Thy love, in suff'erings, be my peace ; Thy love, in weakness, make me strong ; And, when the storms of life shall cease. Thy love shall be in heaven my song. 146 JULY.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 212,213 212 July 30. S. M. Shirla7id. THE ARK OF SAFETY. " Keep me as the apple of the eye, hide me under the shadow of thy wings." — Fs. xvii. 8. 1 (~\^y cease, my wandering soul, ^ On restless wing to roam ; All this wide world, to either pole, Has not for thee a home. 2 Behold the ark of God ; Behold the open door ; Oh, haste to gain that dear abode. And rove, my soul, no more. 3 There safe thou shalt abide, There sweet shall be thy rest, And every longing satisfied, With full salvation blest. 4 Then cease, my wandering soul. On restless wing to roam; All this wide world, to either pole, Has not for thee a home. 213 July3L L. M. Uxbridge. YOUTHFUL OBEDIENCE. "Behold I set before you this day a blessing and a curse: a blessing, if ye obey the commandments of the Lord your God ; and a curse, if ye will not obey." — Dent. xi. 26, 27. 1 TN Israel's fane, by silent night, -^ The lamp of God was burning bright ; And there, by viewless angels kept, Samuel, the child, securely slept. 2 A voice unknown the stillness broke ; "Samuel!" it called, and thrice it spoke; He rose ; he asked whence came the word ; From EH ? No — it was the Lord. 3 Thus early called to serve his God, In paths of righteousness he trod ; Prophetic visions fired his breast, And all the chosen tribes were blest. 147 214,215 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [AUG. 4 Speak, Lord, and, from our earliest days, Incline our hearts to love thy ways ; Thy wakening voice hath reached our ear — Speak, Lord, to us ; thy servants hear. 214 August 1. L. M. Truro. i| THE saviour's MISSION. " He shall deliver the needy when he crieth ; the poor also, and him that hath no helper." — Ps. Ixxii. 12. 1 IVTOW let our mingling voices rise -L^ In grateful rapture to the skies ; Let songs of joy the day proclaim When Jesus all- triumph ant came. 2 He came to bid the weary rest, To heal the sinner's wounded breast, . To spread the light of truth around, I Throughout the world's remotest bound. I 3 He came our trembling souls to save ■ From sin, from sorrow, and the grave ; Victorious over death and time, To lead us to a happier clime. 4 Then let our mingling voices rise In grateful rapture to the skies ; Let songs of joy the day proclaim When Jesus all-triumphant came. ^iO August 2. L. M. Uxbridge, RETIREMENT AND MEDITATION. " I will meditate in thy precepts, and have respect unto thy ways." — Ps. cxix. 15. 1 ly/TY God, permit me not to be ■^■^ A stranger to myself and thee ; Nor midst a thousand thoughts to rove, Forgetful of my highest love. 2 Why should my passions mix with earth, And thus debase my heavenly birth ? Why should I cleave to things below. And let my God, my Saviour, go ? 148 AUG.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 216 3 Call me away from flesh and sense ; One sovereign word can draw me thence ; I would obey the Yoice divine, And all inferior joys resign. 4 Be earth, with all her scenes, withdrawn ; Let noise and vanity be gone : In secret silence of the mind My heaven, and there my God, I find. 216 Au^st 3. 7s & 6s. RoTnaine. LOOKIXG HZAVE>-WAED. '• We look not at the things which are seen, hut at the things ■which are not seen : for the things which are seen are temporal ; but the things which are not seen are eternal." — 2 Cor. iv. IS. 1 "TPtOM every earthly pleasure, ^ -*- From every transient joy. From every mortal treasure That soon will fade and die ; — No longer these desiring, Upward our wishes tend, To nobler bliss aspiring, And joys that never end. 2 From every piercing sorrow That heaves our breast to-day, Or threatens us to-morrow, Hope turns our eyes away ; On wings of faith ascending, We see the land of light. And feel our sorrows ending In infinite delight. 8 'Tis true we are but strangers And pilgrims here below. And countless snares and dangers Surround the path we go : Though painful and distressing, Yet there's a rest above ; And onward still we're pressing To reach that land of love. k2 149 217; 218 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [AUG. 217 August 4. S. M. Lisbon. THE THRONE OF GRACE. " Let US therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that yre may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need." — Heb. iv. 16. 1 TOEHOLD the throne of grace I ^ The promise calls me near ; There Jesus shows a smiling face, And waits to answer prayer. 2 Thine image, Lord, bestow, Thy presence and thy love ; I ask to serve thee here below, And reign with thee above. 3 Teach me to live by faith ; Conform my will to thine ; Let me victorious be in death, And then in glory shine. 4 If thou these blessings give, And wilt my portion be, All worldly joys I'll cheerful leave, And find my heaven in thee. ^io Augusts. CM. Peterborough. PRAYER FOR GUIDANCE AND PROTECTION. " Thou art my rock and my fortress ; therefore for thy name's sake lead me, and guide me." — Ps. xxxi. 3. 1 /^ OD of our fathers ! by whose hand ^^ Thy children still are blest. Be with us through our pilgrimage, Conduct us to our rest. 2 Through each perplexing path of life, Our wandering footsteps guide ; Give us each day our daily bread, And raiment fit provide. 3 Oh, spread thy sheltering wings around, Till all our wanderings cease, And at our Father's loved abode Our souls arrive in peace. 150 AUG.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 219, 220 4 Such blessings from thy gracious hand Our humble prayers implore ; And thou, the Lord, shalt be our God, And portion evermore. 219 August 6. L. M. Alfreton. PERPETUAL PRAISE. " Seyen times a day do I praise thee, because of thy righte- ous judgments." — Ps. cxix. 164. 1 TirHEN, wakened by thy voice of pov ' ^ The hour of morning beams in lig power, My voice shall sing that morning hour. And thee, who madest that hour so bright. 2 The morning strengthens into noon ; Earth's fairest beauties shine more fair; And noon and morning shall attune My grateful heart to praise and prayer. 3 When 'neath the evening western gate The sun's retiring rays are hid, My joy shall be to meditate. E'en as the pious patriarch did. 4 As twilight wears a darker hue, And gathering night creation dims, The twilight and the midnight, too, Shall have their harmonies and hymns. 5 So shall sweet thoughts, and thoughts sublime, My constant inspirations be ; And every shifting scene of time Reflect, my God, a light from thee. 220 August 7. S. M. Silver Street, BLESSEDNESS OF GOSPEL TlilES. " The Lord hath made bare his holy arm in the eyes of all the nations : and all the ends of the earth shall see the salva- tion of our God." — Isa. lii. 10. 1 TTOW beauteous are their feet -*--■- Who stand on Zion's hill ! Who bring salvation on their tongues, And words of peace reveal ! 151 221 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [AUG. 2 How charming is their voice ! How sweet their tidings are ! *'Zion, behold thy Saviour King, He reigns and triumphs here. 3 How happy are our ears, That hear this joyful sound, Which kings and prophets waited for, And sought, but never found ! 4 How blessed are our eyes, That see this heavenly light ! Prophets and kings desired it long, But died without the sight. 5 The watchmen join their voice, And tuneful notes employ ; Jerusalem breaks forth in songs, And deserts learn the joy. 6 The Lord makes bare his arm Through all the earth abroad! Let every nation now behold Their Saviour and their God. 221 August 8. C. M. Warwick. " Fear thou not; for I am with thee : be not dismayed; for I am thy God : I will strengthen thee ; yea, I will help thee : yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteous- ness." — Isa. xli. 10. 1 "V"E trembling souls, dismiss your fears ; -^ Be merc}^ all your theme ; For mercy like a river flows, In one perpetual stream. 2 " Fear not" the powers of earth and hell; God will those powers restrain ; His arm will all their rage repel. And make their eiforts vain. 3 "Fear not" the want of outward good; For his he will provide, Grant them supplies of daily food, And give them heaven beside. 152 AUG.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 222,223 4 " Fear not" that lie will e'er forsake, Or leave his work undone ; He's faithful to his promises, And faithful to his Son. 5 "Fear not" the terrors of the grave, Nor death's relentless sting ; From each he'll take their victory And to his presence bring. ZJiJi August 9. 8s & 7s. Gree?iville. REDEEMTS-G LOVE. "Ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold ; but with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot." — 1 Fet. i. 18, 19. 1 O AYIOUR, source of every blessing, ^ Tune my heart to grateful lays ; Streams of mercy, never ceasing. Call for ceaseless songs of praise. 2 Teach me some melodious measure. Sung by raptured saints above ; Fill my soul with sacred pleasure. While I sing redeeming love. 3 Thou didst seek me, when a stranger, Wandering from the fold of God ; Thou, to save my soul from danger, Didst redeem me with thy blood. 4 By thy hand restored, defended. Safe through life, thus far, I'm come ; Safe, Lord, when life is ended. Bring me to my heavenly home. 223 August 10. C. M. Balerma, god's PROiinSES STJRE. " Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without waver- ing; for he is faithful that promised." — Hel). x. 23. 1 f\ GOD, our strength, to thee our song ^-^ With grateful hearts we raise ; To thee, and thee alone, belong All worship, love, and praise. 153 224 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [AUG. 2 In trouble's dark and stormy hour, Thine ear hath heard our prayer; And graciously thine arm of power Hath saved us from despair. 3 And thou, ever gracious Lord, Wilt keep thy promise still. If, meekly hearkening to thy word, We seek to do thy will. 4 Led by the light thy grace imparts, Ne'er may we bow the knee To idols, wiiich our wayward hearts Set up instead of thee. 5 So shall thy choicest gifts, Lord, Thy faithful children bless ; For them shall earth its stores afford, And heaven its happiness. 224: August 11. L. M. Portugal. SONG OF GRATITUDE AND PRAISE. "Praise ye the Lord : for it is good to sing praises unto our God; for it is pleasant; and praise is comely." — Ps. cxlvii. 1. 1 C^ OD of my life ! through all my days vT ]yjy grateful powers shall sound thy praise ; The song shall wake with opening light, And warble to the silent night. 2 When anxious cares would break my rest, And griefs would tear my throbbing breast, Thy tuneful praises, raised on high. Shall check the murmur and the sigh. 3 When death o'er nature shall prevail, And all my powers of language fail, Joy through my swimming eyes shall break, And mean the thanks I cannot speak. 4 But oh ! when that last conflict's o'er. And I am chained to flesh no more, With what glad accents shall I rise To join the music of the skies ! 5 Then shall I learn the exalted strains Which echo o'er the heavenly plains ; And emulate, witli joy unknown. The glowing seraphs round thy throne. AUG.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 225, 226 JiZO Au^st 12. 7s. PleyeVs Hymn, '- Xow the end of the commandment is charity* out of a pure heart, and of a good conscience, and of faith unfeigned." — 1 Tim. i. 5, 1 AlT^HEX a foolisli thought within ^ * Tries to take us in a snare, Conscience tells us, "It is sin,'' And entreats us to beware. 2 In the morning, when we rise. And would fain omit to pray, "Child, consider," conscience cries, " Should not God be sought to-day?" 8 If in something we transgress, And are tempted to deny. Conscience says, "Your fault confess, Do not dare to tell a lie." 4 When our angry passions rise. Tempting to revenge an ill ; "Now subdue it," conscience cries, "And command your temper still." 5 Thus, without our will or choice, This good monitor within, With a secret, warning Toice, Warns us to beware of sin. 6 But if we should disregard, While this friendly voice would call ; Conscience soon would grow so hard That it would not speak at all. 226 August 13. L. M. Ward, HEPwE AM) HEREAFTER. "For I reckon, that the sufferings of this present time ajr© not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be re- vealed in us." — Rom. viii. 18. 1 |_J OW vain is all beneath the skies I -■--^ How transient every earthly bliss ! How slender all the fondest ties That bind us to a world like this ! * Love. 155 227 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [AUG. 2 The evening cloud, the morning dew, The withering grass, the fading flower, Of earthly hopes are emblems true — The glory of a passing hour ! 3 But, though earth's fairest blossoms die, And all beneath the skies is vain, There is a land whose confines lie Beyond the reach of care and pain. 4 Then let the hope of joys to come Dispel our cares, and chase our fears : If God be ours, we're travelling home. Though passing through a vale of tears. JjZk August 14. S. M. Watchman. NATURE AND REVELATION. " The heavens declare the glory of God ; and the firmament sheweth his handy work." " The law of thy mouth is bettei unto me than thousands of gold and silver." — Ps. xix. 1, and cxix. 72. 1 TOEHOLD ! the lofty sky -^ Declares its maker, God ; And all his starry worlds on high Proclaim his power abroad. 2 The darkness and the light Still keep their course the same ; While night to day, and day to night, Divinely teach his name. 3 In every different land Their general voice is known ; They show the wonders of his hand. And orders of his throne. 4 Ye Christian lands ! rejoice ; Here he reveals his word ; We are not left to nature's voice, To bid us know the Lord. 6 His laws are just and pure. His truth without deceit ; His promises for ever sure, And his rewards are great. 156 AUG.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 228,229 6 While of thy works I sing, Thy glory to proclaim ;' Accept the praise, my God, my King ! In my Redeemer's name. 228 August 15. L. M. Alfreton. LIGHT OF RELIGION. "For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, an house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens." — 2 Cor. v. 1. 1 Tl^ERE all our hopes and all our fears ' ^ Confined within life's narrow bound ; If, travellers through this vale of tears, We saw no better world beyond ; 2 Did not a sunbeam break the gloom. And not a floweret smile beneath ; Who could exist in such a tomb ? Who dwell amid the shades of death ? 3 xlnd such were life without the ray From our divine religion given: 'Tis this, that makes our darkness day ; 'Tis this, that makes our earth a heaven, 4 Bright is the golden sun above. And beautiful the flowers that bloom. And all is joy, and all is love, Reflected from a world to come. 229 August 16. L. M> Effingham, TRUST AND SUBMISSION. *• taste and see that the Lord is good : blessed is the man that trusteth in him." — Ps. xxxiv. 8. 1 ]\ TY God, I thank thee : may no thought -^^ E'er deem a Father's hand severe ; But may this heart, by sorrow taught, Calm each wild wish, each idle fear. 2 Thy mercy bids all nature bloom ; The sun shines bright, and man is gay : Thine equal mercy spreads the gloom That darkens o'er his little day, 157 230; 281 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [AUG. 3 Full many a throb of grief and pain Thy frail and erring child must know; But not one prayer is breathed in vain, Nor does one tear unheeded flow. 4 Thy various messengers employ ; Thy purposes of love fulfil ; And, mid the wreck of human joy, Let humble faith adore thy will. 230 August 17. C. M. Medfield. I BLESSEDNESS OF THE MERCIFUL. " Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy." — Matt. V. 7. 1 "OLEST is the man whose liberal heart -■-^ Feels for the suffering poor ; Who freely gives, for their relief, His counsel and his store. . 2 To him the Lord, in troublous times. Will sure deliverance send ; His life prolong on earth, and bless. And from his foes defend. 3 When, on the bed of languishing. His mortal hour is come. The Lord will soothe his dying pains. And take the sufferer home. 4 The Lord of heaven loves liberal souls, — Their hearts are like his own : Heaven is the home of those who breathe The mercy of his throne. 231 August 18. L. M. Old Hundred. PRAISE FOR TEMPORAL BLESSINGS. "Defend the poor and fatherless: do justice to the afflicted and necidy : deliver the poor and needy : rid them out of the hand of the wicked." — Ps. Ixxxii. 3, 4. 1 "W/^F bless the Lord, the just and good, '^ ' Who fills our hearts with joy and food; Who pours his blessings from the skies, ifg^-^ And loads our days with rich supplies. 158 AUG.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 232 2 He sends the sun his circuit round, To cheer the fruits, to warm the ground ; He bids the clouds, with plenteous rain, Refresh the thirsty earth again. 3 'Tis to his care we owe our breath. And all our near escapes from death; Safety and health to God belong ; He helps the weak, he guards the strong. 4 With power he vindicates the just. And treads the oppressor in the dust ; In him the poor and helpless find A judge most just, a father kind. 5 let us, then, with joy record The truth and goodness of the Lord ! How great his works ! how kind his ways ! Let every tongue pronounce his praise. ZoZ August 19. S. M. Lisbon, SEEKI>'G GOD. '' Because thy loYing-kindness is better than life, mv lips shall praise thee : because thou hast bepn my help, therefore in the shadow of thy wings will I rejoice." — Ps. Ixiii. 3, 7. A FY God, permit my tongue -^^ This joy, to call thee mine; And let my early cries prevail, To taste thy love divine. For life, without thy love, No relish can afford ; No joy can be compared with this, To serve and please the Lord. In wakeful hours of night, I call my God to mind ; I think how wise thy counsels are, And all thy dealings kind. Since thou hast been my help. To thee my spirit flies ; And on thy watchful providence My cheerful hope relies. 159 233; 234 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [AUG. 5 The shadow of thy wings My soul in safety keeps ; I'll follow where my Father leads, For he'll support my steps. 233 August 20. L. M. Ward. THE MERCY-SEAT. " And this is the confidence that we have in him ; that if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us." — 1 John V. 14. 1 Tj^ROM every stormy wind that blows, -*- From every swelling tide of woes. There is a calm, a sure retreat, 'Tis found beneath the mercy-seat. 2 There is a place where Jesus sheds The oil of gladness on our heads, A place than all besides more sweet, It is the blood-bought mercy-seat. 3 There is a scene where spirits blend, Where friend holds fellowship with friend ; Though sundered far, by faith we meet Around one common mercy-seat. 4 There, there, on eagle wing we soar, And sin and sense seem all no more ; And heaven comes down our souls to greet. And glory crowns the mercy-seat. 2o4: August 21. C. M. Arlington, EXHORTATIONS TO A HOLY LIFE. " Keep thy tongue from evil, and thy lips from speaking guile : depart from evil and do good ; seek peace and pursue it." — Ps. xxxiv. 13, 14. 1 /^OME, children, learn to fear the Lord ; ^ And that your days be long. Let not a false or spiteful word Be found upon your tongue. 2 Depart from mischief, practise love. Pursue the work of peace ; So shall the Lord your ways approve, And set your souls at ease. 160 AUG.] HYMXS FOR SCHOOLS. 235 3 Come now, Tvhile young, and taste his loye ; Come learn his pleasant ways. And let your own experience prove The sweetness of his grace. 4 He bids his angels pitch their tents Round where his children dwell ; What ill their heavenly care prevents, Xo earthly tongue can tell. 5 Then make the Lord your constant trust, His word obey with love ; That you may dwell among the just, In his bright courts above. 235 August 22. C. M. Jordan. THE HEAYE>'LY JEEUSALEM. '• And he carried me away in the spirit to a great and high mountain, and showed me that great city, the Holy Jerusalem, descending out of heaven from God, having the glory of God. And there shall in no wise enter into it any thing that de- fileth, neither whatsoever worketh abomination, or maketh a lie; but thev which are written in the Lamb's book of life.'" — Hev. xxi. 10,' 27. 1 JERUSALEM: my happy home! ^ Name ever dear to me ! When shall my labors have an end In joy, and peace, and thee? 2 When shall these eyes thy heaven-built walls And pearly gates behold? Thy bulwarks with salvation strong, And streets of shining gold ? 3 There happier bowers than Eden's bloom. Nor sin nor sorrow know : Blest seats I through rude and stormy scenes I onward press to you. 4 Why should I shrink at pain and woe ? Or feel at death dismay ? I've Canaan's goodly land in view, And realms of endless day. 5 Apostles, martyrs, prophets, there Around my Saviour stand; And soon my friends in Christ below WiU join the glorious band. o2 161 236; 237 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [AUG. 6 Jerusalem ! my happy home ! My soul still pants for thee ; Then shall my labors have an end, AVhen I thy joys shall see. Zoh August 23. C. M. Laneshorough. SUPPLICATIONS FOR GOD'S BLESSING. " Be merciful unto me, God, for my soul trusteth in thee: yea, in the shadow of thy wings will I make my refuge." — -Ps. Ivii. 1. 1 /^UR VOWS, our prayers, we now present ^^ Before thy throne of grace ; God of our fathers ! be the God Of their succeediilg race. 2 Through each perplexing path of life Our wandering footsteps guide ; Give us each day our daily bread, And raiment fit provide. 3 spread thy covering wings around, Till all our wanderings cease, And at our Father's loved abode Our souls arrive in peace ! 4 Such blessings from thy gracious hand Our humble prayers implore ; And thou shalt be our chosen God, And portion evermore. 2io7 August 24. L. M. HebroTU THE TRUE CHRISTIAN. " Lord, who shall ahide in thy tabernacle ? who shall dwell in thy holy hill ? He that walkcth uprightly, and worketh righte- ousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart." — Ps. xv. 1, 2. 1 TTTHO shall ascend thy heavenly place, ^ » Great God ! and dwell before thy face ? The man that minds religion now. And humbly walks with God below : 2 Whose hands are pure, whose heart is clean ; Whose lips still speak the thing they mean ; No slanders dwell upon his tongue : He hates to do his neighbour wrong. 162 AUG.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 238^ 239 3 He loves his enemies, and prays For those that curse him to his face ; And doth to all men still the same That he would hope or wish from them. 4 Yet, when his holiest works are done, His soul depends on grace alone: This is the man thy face shall see, And dwell for ever, Lord, with thee. 238 August 25. L. M. Portugal. A MOR>iNG soya. '• I laid me down and slept ; I awaked ; for the Lord sus- tained me." — Ps. iii. 5. 1 r\ LORD, how many are my foes, ^-^ In this weak state of flesh and blood I My peace they daily discompose, But my defence and hope is God 2 Tired with the burden^ of the day, To thee I raised my evening cry : Thou heard'st when I began to pray. And thine Almighty help was nigh. 3 Supported by thy heavenly aid, I laid me down, and slept secure ; Not death should make my heart afraid. Though I should wake and rise no more. 4 But God sustained me all the night : Salvation doth to God belong ; He raised my head to see the light, And make his praise my morning song. Z6v August 26. 7s. Xuremburg. god's blessin'g desired. "Look down from thy holy habitation, from heaven, Lord, and bless thy people.'"— i>ewi. xxvi. 15. 1 T ORD, we come before thee now, -'-^ At thy feet we humbly bow ; do not our suit disdain I Shall we seek thee, Lord, in vain ? 163 240 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [AUG. 2 Lord, on thee our souls depend ; In compassion, now descend; Fill our hearts with thy rich grace; Tune our lips to sing thy praise. 3 In thine own appointed way Now we seek thee ; here we stay ; Lord, we know not how to go, Till a blessing thou bestow. 4 Send some message from thy word, That may joy and peace afford ; Let thy Spirit now impart Full salvation to each heart. 5 Grant that we may seek, and find Thee a God supremely kind ; Here, from earthly cares set free. Let us all rejoice in thee. Ji4:0 August 27. C. M. Coronation. GOD IS LOVE. " God is love : and he that dwelleth in love, dwelleth in God, and God in him. But if a man say, I love God, and hateth his brother, he is a liar. For he that loveth not his brother whom he hath seen, how can he love God whom he hath not seen." — 1 John iv. 16, 20. 1 /^OME, ye that wish to know the Lord, ^ And lift your souls above ; Let every heart and voice accord, To sing, that God is love. 2 This precious truth his word declares, And all his mercies prove ; Jesus, the gift of gifts, appears. To show, that God is love. 3 Behold ! his loving-kindness waits For those who from him rove ; And calls of mercy reach their hearts, To teach them, God is love. 4 Oh, may we all, while here below, This best of blessings prove : Till warmer hearts, in brighter worlds, Shall shout, that God is love. 164 I AUG.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 241^ 242 241 August 28. L. M, Quito. THE CHRISTIAN SOLDIER. " Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, And having on the breastplate of righteousness; and your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace." — £ph. vi. 14, 15. 1 n[''HE Christian warrior, see Mm stand -■- In the whole armor of his God I The Spirit's sword is in his hand ; His feet are with the gospel shod ; 2 In panoply of truth complete, Salvation's helmet on his head, "With righteousness, a breastplate meet, And faith's broad shield before him spread. 3 With this omnipotence he moves ; From this the alien armies flee ; TiU more than conqueror he proves, Through Christ, who gives him victory. 4 Thus strong in his Redeemer's strength. Sin, death, and heU, he tramples down, Fights the good fight, and wins at length, Through mercy, an immortal crown. 242 August 29. C. M. Peterborough. THAXES FOR GOD'3 GOOBNTISS. '•' that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men." — Ps. cvii. 8. 1 A LMIGHTY Father, gracious Lord, ■^-^ Kind guardian of my days ! Thy mercies let my heart record In songs of grateful praise. 2 In life's first dawn, my tender frame Was thine indulgent care ; Long ere I could pronounce thy name, Or breathe the infant prayer. 3 Yet I adore thee, gracious Lord! For favors more divine ; That I have known thy sacred word, Where all thy glories shine. 165 243,244 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [AUG. i 4 Lord, when this mortal frame decays, And every weakness dies, Complete the wonders of thy grace, And raise me to the skies. 5 Then shall my joyful powers unite. In more exalted lays, And join the happy sons of light In everlasting praise. 24:0 August 30. L. M. Alfreton. BLESSINGS OF THE GOSPEL. " But God is now made manifest by the appearing of our Saviour, Jesus Christ, who hath abolished death, and hath brought life and immortality to light through the gospel." — 2 Tim. i. 10. 1 f~^ OD, in the gospel of his Son, ^-^ Makes his eternal counsels known :• Here love in all its glory shines, And truth is drawn in fairest lines. 2 Wisdom its dictates here imparts, To form our minds, to cheer our hearts ; , Its influence makes the sinner live, ^ It bids the drooping saint revive. ■ 3 Here faith reveals to mortal eyes A brighter world beyond the skies ; Here shines the light which guides our way From earth to realms of endless day. 4 grant us grace. Almighty Lord ! To read and mark thy holy word; Its truths with meekness to receive, And by its holy precepts live. 244 August 31. H. M. Bethesda. REJOICING IN GOD. "Praise ye the Lord: praise ye him, all his angels: praise him, all his hosts : kings of the earth and all people : young men and maidens : let them praise the name of the Lord ; for his name alone is excellent." — Fs. cxlviii. 1, 2, 12, 13. 1 'TO your Creator, God, -^ Your great preserver, raise, 1G6 i SEPT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 245 Ye creatures of his hand, Your highest notes of praise : Let every voice proclaim his power, His name adore, and loud rejoice. 2 Let every creature join To celebrate his name, And all their various powers Assist the exalted theme ; Let nature raise, from every tongue, A general song of grateful praise. 3 But oh ! from human tongues Should nobler praises flow ; And every thankful heart With warm devotion glow : Your voices raise, ye highly blest ! Above the rest, declare his praise. 4 Assist me, gracious God! My heart, my voice inspire : Then shall I grateful join The universal choir : Thy grace can raise my heart, my tongue, And tune my song to lively praise. Ji4:0 September 1. C. M. BocJiester. SEED-TIME AND H.VRVEST. "While the earth remaineth, seed-time and harvest, and cold and heat, and summer and -winter, and day and night, shall not cease." — Gen. viii. 22. 1 I7OUNTAIN of mercy, God of love ! -*- How rich thy bounties are ; The changing seasons, as they move. Proclaim thy constant care. 2 When, in the bosom of the earth, The sower hid the grain. Thy goodness marked its secret birth, And sent the early rain, 3 The spring's sweet influence. Lord ! was thine — The plants in beauty grew ; Thou gavest refulgent suns to shine, And soft refreshing dew. 167 246,247 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [SEPT. 4 These varied mercies, from above, Matured the swelling grain : A kindly harvest crowns thy love, And plenty fills the plain. 5 We own and bless thy gracious sway — Thy hand all nature hails : Seed-time nor harvest, night nor day, Sumnfer nor winter fails. Z4:U September 2. 8s, 7s & 4s. Greenville, SPIRITUAL IMPROVEMENT. " Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom ; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms, and hymns, and spiritual songs." — Col. iii. 16. 1 TN thy name, Lord, assembling, -*- We, thy children, now draw near ; Teach us to rejoice with trembling; Speak, and let thy servants hear, — Hear with meekness, — Hear thy word with godly fear. 2 While our days on earth are lengthened, May we give them. Lord, to thee ; Cheered by hope, and ^aily strengthened, We would run, nor weary be, Till thy glory,^ Without clouds, in heaven we see. 3 There, in worship purer, sweeter, All thy people shall adore. Tasting of enjoyment greater Than they could conceive before, — Full enjoyment, — Holy bliss, for evermore. 247 September 3. L. M. Wells. THE HOUR OF PRATER. " thou that hearest prayer, unto thee shall all flesh come." —Ps. Ixv. 2. 1 ~DLEST hour ! when mortal man retires -^ To hold communion with his God, To send to heaven his warm desires, And listen to the sacred word. 168 SEPT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 248 2 Blest hour I Tvhen God himself draws nigh, Well pleased his children's voice to hear, To list the penitential sigh, And wipe away the mourner's tear. 3 Blest hour ! for then, where he resorts, Foretastes of future bliss are given, And mortals find his earthly courts The house of God — the gate of heaven. 4 Hail, peaceful hour ! supremely blest, Amid the hours of worldly care ; The hour that yields the spirit rest. That sacred hour — the hour of prayer. 5 And when my hours of prayer are past, And this frail tenement decays, Then may I spend in heaven at last A never-ending hour of praise. 248 September 4. L. M. Effingham, A 3I0Eyi>'G HTSIN*. " I -will both lav me down in peace, and sleep : for thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safetj." — Ps, iv. 8. 1 TN sleep's serene oblivion laid, I safely passed the silent night; Again I see the breaking shade, Again I drink the morning light. 2 New-born, I bless the waking hour ; Once more, with awe, rejoice to be; My conscious soul resumes her power. And springs, my guardian God, to thee. 3 Oh, guide me through the various maze My doubtful feet are doomed to tread ; And spread thy shield's protecting blaze. When dangers press around my head. 4 A deeper shade will soon impend, A deeper sleep my eyes oppress ; Yet then thy strength shall still defend, Thy goodness still delight to bless. P 169 249^ 250 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [SEPT. 6 That deeper shade shall fade away, That deeper sleep sliall leave my eyes : Thy light shall give eternal day ; Thy love, the rapture of the skies, Z49 September 5. C. M. Arlington. EARLY RELIGION. " God, thou hast taught me from my youth : and hitherto have I declared thy wondrous works." — Ps. Ixxi. 17. 1 T>Y Siloam's"^ cool and shady rill -^ How fair the lily grows ! How sweet the breath, beneath the hill, Of Sharon's dewy rose ! 2 Lo ! such the child whose early feet The paths of peace have trod, Whose secret heart, with influence sweet, Is upward drawn to God. 3 By Siloam's cool and shady rill The lily must decay ; The rose, that blooms beneath the hill, Must shortly fade away, 4 And soon, too soon, the wintry hour Of man's maturer age Will shake the soul with sorrow's power, And stormy passion's rage. 5 thou who givest life and breath, We seek thy grace alone. In childhood, manhood, age, and death, To keep us still thine own. 250 September 6. 7s. Sahhath. SONGS OF PRAISE. "Let the people praise thee, God ; let all the people praist thee : let the nations be glad and sing for joy ; for thou shalt judge the people righteously." — Ps. Ixvii. 3, 4. 1 CONGS of praise the angels sang, ^ Heaven with hallelujahs rang. * Accent on the first syllable ; " Or if Zion'a hill Delight thee more, and Siloa's brook that flowed," &c. Par. Lost^ 1 10. 170 SEPT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 251 When Jehovah's work begun, When he spake, and it was done. 2 Songs of praise awoke the morn When the Prince of Peace was born; Songs of praise arose, when he Captive led captivity. 3 Heaven and earth must pass awav, Songs of praise shall crown that day , God will make new heavens and earth, Songs of praise shall hail their birth. 4 And shall man alone be dumb, Till that glorious kingdom come ? No ; let all delight to raise Psalms and hymns and songs of praise. 5 Saints below, with heart and voice, Still in songs of praise rejoice, Learning here, by faith and love, Songs of praise to sing above. 6 Borne upon their latest breath. Songs of praise shall conquer death ; Then, amid eternal joy, Songs of praise their powers employ. ZOL September 7. C. M. Balerma. EXAMPLE OF CHEI3T. "My shcHjp hear my voice, and I know them, and they follo'?7 me." — John x. 27. 1 "DEHOLD, where, in a mortal form, -'-^ Appears each grace divine ; The virtues, all in Jesus met, With mildest radiance shine. 2 To spread the rays of heavenly light, To give the mourner joy, To preach glad tidings to the poor. Was his divine employ. 3 Midst keen reproach and cruel scorn, Patient and meek he stood ; While foes, ungrateful,. sought his life. He labored for their good. 171 252,253 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [SEPT. 4 In the last hour of deep distress, Before his Father's throne, With soul resigned, he bowed, and said, *' Thy will, not mine, be done !" 5 Be Christ our pattern, then, and guide ! His image may we bear ! Oh, may we tread his sacred steps, His brightest glories share ! Z^Z September 8. L. M. Duke Street. PERPETUAL PRAISE. " I will praise thee, Lord my God, with all my heart : and I will glorify thy name for evermore." — Ps. Ixxxvi. 12. 1 ly/TY God ! in morning's radiant hour ItX rp^ ihQQ will I lift up my heart ; The shades of night obey thy power, And at thy sun's bright beams depart. 2 Father and Guardian ! to thy shrine The life thou shieldest will I bring ; All, great Creator ! all is thine ; The heart, my noblest offering ! 3 The morning light shall see my prayer, The noonday calm shall know my praise ; And in the evening's silent air My grateful hymn to thee I'll raise. 4 So shall sweet thoughts and hopes sublime My constant inspirations be ; And every shifting scene of time Reflect, my God, a light from thee ! ZOo September 9. C, M. Coronation. LOVE OF CHRIST CELEBRATED. " That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith ; and that ye may know the love of Christ which passe-th knowledge." — Eph. iii. 17, 19. 1 ^0 our Redeemer's glorious name -^ Awake the sacred song ! Oh, may his love — immortal flame ' Tune every heart and tongue. 172 SEPT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 254 2 His love, ■svhat mortal thought can reach! What mortal tongue display! Imagination's utmost stretch In wonder dies away. 3 Dear Lord, while we adoring, pay Our humble thanks to thee, May every heart with rapture say, " The Saviour died for me I'' 4 Oh, may the sweet, the blissful theme, Fill every heart and tongue, Till strangers love thy charming name, And join the sacred song. Zo4: September 10. 8s & 7s. Sicilian Hymn, THE FOUNT OF BLESSING. '• I will pardon all their iniquities, whereby they have sinned, and whereby they have transgressed against me." — Jer. xxxiii. 8. 1 Tj^AR from mortal cares retreating, -^ Sordid hope, and vain desire, — Here, our willing footsteps meeting, May each heart to heaven aspire. 2 From the fount of glory beaming, Light celestial cheers our eyes ; Mercy from above proclaiming Peace and pardon from the skies. 3 Who may share this great salvation? Every pure and humble mind. Every kindred, tongue, and nation, From the stains of guilt refined. 4 Blessings all around bestowing, God withholds his care from none ; Grace and mercy ever flowing From the fountain of his throne. 5 Lord ! with favor still attend us, Bless us with thy wondrous love ; Thou, our sun and shield, defend us ; All our hope is from above. p2 173 255; 256 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [SEPT. 255 September 11. S. M. St. Thomas. THE KINGDOM OF LOVE. "Mercy unto you; and peace and love be multiplied." — Jude 2. 1 pOME, kingdom of our God, ^ Sweet reign of light and love ! Shed peace, and hope, and joy abroad, And wisdom from above. 2 Over our spirits first Extend thy healing reign ; There raise and quench the sacred thirst, That never pains again. 3 Come, kingdom of our God ! And make the broad earth thine ; Stretch o'er her lands and isles the rod That flowers with grace divine. 4 Soon may all tribes be blest With fruit from life's glad tree ; And in its shade like brothers rest, Sons of one family. 256 September 12. C. M. Christmas. THE LATTER-DAT GLORY. " The Lord shall endure for ever : he shall judge the world in righteousness : he also will be a refuge for the oppressed." — rs. ix. 7, 8. 1 "OEHOLD ! the mountain of the Lord ■^ In latter days shall rise Above the summits of the hills, And draw the wondering eyes. 2 To this the joyful nations round, All tribes and tongues, shall flow ; " Up to the mount of God," they say, "And to his house, we'll go." 3 Among the nations he shall judge ; His judgments truth shall guide; Deliverance to the oppressed he'll give, And crush the oppressor's pride. 174 SEPT.J HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 257; 258 4 Xo longer hosts, encountering hosts, Shall brothers slain deplore ; Xo murderous implements they'll use, And study war no more. 5 The beams of love on every land Their sacred light shall shed ; And freedom, happiness, and peace, Throughout the world be spread. -^O 7 September 13, L. M. Uxhridge. CHRISTIAN STABELITT. '•'Make me to go in the path of thy conmiaiidinents ; for therein do I delight*' — Ps. cxix. 35. 1 i~\ LORD, thy heavenly grace impart, ^-^ And fix my frail, inconstant heart ; And make my chief desire to be To dedicate myself to thee. 2 Whate'er pursuits my time employ, May one thought fill my soul with joy ; That silent, secret thought shall be. That all my hopes are fixed on thee. 3 Thy glorious eye pervadeth space ; Thy presence. Lord, fills every place : And, wheresoe'er my lot may be, Oh may my spirit cleave to thee. 4 Renouncing every worldly thing. And safe beneath thy spreading wing, May this sweet thought for ever be That all I want I find in thee. 2o8 September 14. CM. St. Martins, ADVANTAGES OF EARLY RELIGION. "They inquired early after God." — Ps. Ixxviii. 34. 1 TTAPPY the child whose tender years -^-*- Receive instruction well ; ^Yho hates the sinner's path, and fears The road that leads to hell. 2 When we devote our youth to God, 'Tis pleasing in his eyes ; 175 259 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [SEPT, A flower when offered in the bud Is no vain sacrifice. 3 'Twill save us from a thousand snares To mind religion young ; Grace will preserve oar following years, And make our virtue strong. 4 To thee, almighty God ! to thee Our childhood we resign : 'Twill please us to look back and see That our whole lives were thine. 5 Let the sweet work of prayer and praise Employ our youngest breath : Thus, we're prepared for longer days, Or fit for early death. 259 September 15. CM. Hear, LORD, REMEMBER ME. " According to thy mercy remember thou me for thy good- ness' sake, Lord." — Ps. xxv. 7. 1 r\ THOU from whom all goodness flows, m ^^ I lift my soul to thee ; fl In all my sorrows, conflicts, woes, ^ Lord, remember me. 2 When trials sore obstruct my way, And ills I cannot flee, Oh, let my strength be as my day ; Lord, remember me. 3 When worn with pain, disease, and grief. This feeble body see ; Grant patience, rest, and kind relief; Lord, remember me. 4 When, in the solemn hour of death, 1 wait thy just decree. Be this the prayer of my last breath, — Lord, remember me. 5 And when before thy throne I stand. And lift my soul to thee. Then, with the saints at thy right hand, Lord, remember me» 176 SEPT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 260,261 260 September 16. C. M, Mear. A MORXLN'G HTiiy. " The day is thine, the night also is thine ; thou hast pre- pared the Ught and the snn.'"— i^. Ixxiv. 16. 1 TV/^HAT secret hand, at morning light, '' » Softly unseals mine eye, Draws back the curtain of the night, And opens earth and sky ? 2 'Tis thine, my God — the same that kept My resting hours from harm ; No ill came nigh me, for I slept Beneath the Almighty's arm. 3 'Tis thine my daily bread that brings, Like manna scattered round, And clothes me as the lily springs Li beauty from the ground. 4 Li death's dark valley though I stray, 'Twould there my steps attend, Guide with the staff my lonely way, And with the rod defend. 5 May that sure hand uphold me still Through life's uncertain race, To bring me to thine holy hill, And to thy dwelling-place ! ZdJl September 17. CM. Coronation. THE TISIBLE CP.EAnON. '•The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handy work. Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night sheweth knowledge." — Ps. xix. 1, 2. 1 'T'HE God of nature and of grace ^ In all his works appears ; His goodness through the earth we trace, His grandeur in the spheres. 2 Lift to the firmament your eye. Thither his path pursue ; His glory, boundless as the sky, O'erwhelms the wondering view. 177 262, 263 HYMNS for schools. [sept. 3 His blessings fall in plenteous showers j Upon the lap of earth, !J That teems with foliage, fruit, and flowers, And rings with infant mirth. 4 If God hath made this world so fair, Where sin and deatli abound, How grand and rich beyond compare Ij Will heavenly scenes be found ! ■ ZdZ September 18. C. M. Christmas. god's blessing essential. "Except the Lord build the house, they labour in vain that build it : except the Lord keep the city, the watchman waketb but in vain." — JPs. cxxvii. 1. 1 O HINE on our souls, eternal God, ^ With rays of beauty shine ; let thy favor crown our days. And all their round be thine. 2 Did we not raise our hands to thee, Our hands might toil in vain ; Small joy success itself could give, If thou thy love restrain. 3 With thee let every week begin, With thee each day be spent, For thee each fleeting hour improved, Since each by thee is lent. 4 Thus cheer us through this toilsome road, Till all our labors cease. And heaven refresh our weary souls With everlasting peace. ^OO September 19. H. M. Lenox. LOVE OF CHRIST CELEBRATED. " For the love of Christ constraineth us." — 2 Cor. v. 14, 1 /^OME, every pious heart ^ That loves the Saviour's name. Your noblest power exert To celebrate his fame ; Tell all above, and all below, The debt of love to him you owe. 178 SEPT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 264 2 He left his starry crown, And laid his robes aside ; On wings of love came down, And wept, and bled, and died : What he endured, oh, who can tell ! To save our souls from death and hell. 3 From the dark grave he rose, The mansion of the dead; And thence his mighty foes In glorious triumph led ; Up through the sky the conqueror rode, And reigns on high — the Saviour God. 4 Jesus, we ne'er can pay The debt we owe thy love ; Yet tell us how we may Our gratitude approve : Our hearts — our all — to thee we give: The gift, though small, do thou receive. Z\y± September 20.* L. M. Missionary Chant. PRATER FOR GENERAL PEACE. " Blessed are the peace-makers : for they shall be called the children of God."— i/a«. v. 9. 1 nPHY footsteps, Lord, with joy we trace, -^ And mark the conquests of thy grace ; Complete the work thou hast begun, And let thy will on earth be done. 2 Oh, show thyself the Prince of peace, Command the din of war to cease ; Oh, bid contending nations rest. And let love reign in every breast. 3 Then peace returns with balmy wing ; Glad plenty laughs, the valleys sing ; Reviving commerce lifts her head. And want, and wo, and hate have fled. 4 Thou good, and wise, and righteous Lord, All move subservient to thy word ; Oh, soon let every nation prove The perfect joy of Christian love. * The first general Congress of Nations for the promotion of Peace met at Brussels, September 20th, 1848. 1T9 265, 266 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [SEPT. ZhO September 21. 7s., Nuremlurg, YOUTH INVITED TO CHRIST. " Hearken unto me now therefore, ye children, and attend to the words of my mouth." — Prcro. vii. 24. 1 pniLDREN! listen to the Lord, ^ And obey his gracious word; Seek his face with heart and mind — Early seek, and you shall find. 2 Let his love your heart inflame : Be his praise your highest aim ; Keep his fear before your sight ; Be his smile your chief delight. 3 Serve the Lord with perfect heart ; Never from his ways depart ; Glorify the King of kings, Take the peace the gospel brings. 4 Turn to Christ your longing eyes, View this bleeding sacrifice ; See, in him, your sins forgiven, Pardon, holiness, and heaven. 266 September 22. L. M. Portugal. THE HAPPY TIME COMING. " Thy people also shall be all righteous : I, the Lord, will hasten it in his time,"— Jsa. Ix. 21, 22. 1 TTASTEN, Lord, that happy time, -*^ That dear, expected, blessed day ! When men of every clime and race The Saviour's precepts shall obey. 2 In one sweet symphony of praise, Gentile and Jew shall then unite ; And all the wrongs that man has wrought Sink in the abyss of endless night. 3 Then Afric's long enslaved sons Shall join with Europe's polished race, To celebrate, in different tongues. The glories of redeeming grace. 4 From east to west, from north to south, Emmanuel's kingdom shall extend ; And every man in every face Shall meet a brother and a friend. 180 SEPT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 267, 268 267 September 23. S. M.' St. Thomas. TRUST IN GOD. " Commit thy way unto the Lord ; trust also in him ;. and he shall bring it to pass." — Fs. xxxyii. 5. 1 "X TY Father I cheering name I -^*-*- Oh, may I call thee mine ? Give me the hum-^le hope to claim A portion so divine. 2 \Yhate'er thy will denies, I calmly would resign ; For thou art just and good and wise : Oh, bend my will to thine ! 3 "Whate'er thy will ordains, Oh, give me strength to bear ; Still let me know a Father reigns, And trust a Father's care. 4 Thy ways are little known To my weak, erring sight ; Yet shall my soul, believing, own That all thy ways are right. 5 My Father ! blissful name ! Above expression dear ! If thou accept my humble claim, I bid adieu to fear. 2oO September 24. L. M. Quito. EISING TO GOD. '•' They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength ; they shall mount up with wings as eagles ; they shall run, and not be weary ; and they shall walk, and not faint." — Isa. xl. 31. 1 lyrOW let our souls, on wings sublime, -"-^ Rise from the vanities of time ; Draw back the parting veil, and see The glories of eternity. 2 Born by a new celestial birth, Why should we grovel here on earth ? Why grasp at transitory toys. So near to heaven's eternal joys? Q 181 269,270 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [SEPT. 3 Should auglit beguile us on the road, When we are walking back to God ? For strangers into life we come, And dying is but going home. 4 Welcome, sweet hour of full discharge ! That sets our longing souls at large, Unbinds our chains, breaks up our cell, And gives us with our God to dwell. 5 To dwell with God — to feel his love, Is the full heaven enjoyed above ; And the sweet expectation now Is the young dawn of heaven below. 269 September 25. L. M. Quito. LOVE OF CHRIST IN THE HEART. "Walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God." — Cbl. i. 10. 1 /^OME, dearest Lord! descend and dwell ^ ^ By faith and love in every breast ; Then shall we know, and taste, and feel The joys that cannot be expressed. 2 Come, fill our hearts with inward strength ; Make our enlarged souls possess And learn the height, and breadth, and length Of thine eternal love and grace. 3 Now to the God whose power can do More than our thoughts and wishes know. Be everlasting honors done By all the church, through Christ, the Son. 270 September 26. 7s. FleyeVs Hymn, MORNING HYMN. "It is of the Lord's mercies that we are not consumed : they are new every morning; great is thy faithfulness." — Lam. iii. 22, 2.3. 1 TN the morning I will pray -*- For God's blessing on the day; What this day shall be my lot. Light or darkness, know I not. 182 SEPT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 271 2 Should it be with clouds o'ercast, Clouds of sorrow, gathering fast, Thou, who girest light divine. Shine within me, Lord, shine ! 3 Show me, if I tempted be. How to find all strength in thee, And a perfect triumph win Over every bosom sin. 4 Keep my feet from secret snares, Keep mine eyes, God, from tears ! Every step thy love attend, And my soul from death defend ! 271 September 27. 7s. Benevenlo. SOCIAL WORSHIP. " I will declare thy name unto my brethren : in the midst of the congregation will I praise thee."' — Ps. xxii. 22. 1 /^OME, and let us sweetly join ^ God to praise in hymns divine ; Give we all, with one accord, Glory to our common Lord ; Hands, and hearts, and voices raise ; Sing as in the ancient days ; Antedate the joys above, Find the heaven of mutual love. 2 Saviour, we thy promise claim ; "We are met in thy great name ; In the midst do thou appear ; Manifest thy presence here ; Sanctify us. Lord, and bless ; Breathe thy spirit, give thy peace ; Thou thyself within us move ; Make this hour a feast of love. 3 Make us all in thee complete ; Make us all for glory meet ; Meet to appear before thy sight. Partners with the saints in light. Call, oh ! call us each by name. To the marriage of the Lamb ; Let us lean upon thy breast; Love be there our endless feast I 183 272, 273 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [SEPT. 272 September 28. C. M. Medfield. THE GOOD MAN. "Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others." — Phil. ii. 4. 1 TTAPPY the man whose cautious steps -^-*- Still keep the golden mean ; Whose life, by wisdom's rules well formed, Declares a conscience clean. 2 While what kind Heaven on him bestows, He takes with thankful heart ; His breast expands to others' wants, And gives the poor a part. 3 To sect or party his large soul Disdains to be confined ; The good he loves, of every name, And prays for all mankind. 4 His business is to keep his heart ; Each passion to control ; Nobly ambitious well to rule The empire of his soul. 5 Not on the world his heart is set, His treasure is above ; Nothing beneath the sovereign good Can claim his highest love. 273 September 29. S. M. SUrland, CHRISTIAN HARMONY. " Now I beseech you, brethren, that there be no divisions among you ; but that ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind, and in the same judgment." — 1 Cor. i. 10. 1 y ET party names no more -*^ The Christian world o'erspread : The good of every name and sect Are one in Christ their Head. 2 Among the saints on earth Let mutual love be found ; Heirs of the same inheritance, With mutual blessings crowned. 184 OCT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 274,275 3 Let envy and ill will Be banished far away ; And all in Christian bonds unite, Who the same Lord obey. 4 Thus will the church below Resemble that above ; "Where no discordant sounds are heard, But all is peace and love. 2 Ti September 30. H. M. Lenox. god's goodness a>-d teuth. " For the Lord is good ; his mercy is everlasting ; and hia truth endureth to all generations."' — Ps. c. 6. 1 C ING to the Lord most high ; ^^ Let every land adore ; With grateful voice make known His goodness and his power ; With cheerful songs declare his ways, And let his praise inspire your tongues. 2 The shining worlds above In glorious order stand, Or in svrift courses move, By his supreme command : He spake the word, and all their frame From nothing came, to praise the Lord. 3 His hands provide our food, And every blessing give ; We feed upon his care, And in his pastures live : With cheerful songs declare his ways, And let his praise inspire your tongues. 27o Octoherl. 8s & 7s. Wilmot. AUTUMN. " "We all do fade as a leaf." — Iso.. Ixiv. 6, 1 CEE the leaves around us falling, ^ Dry and withered, to the ground, Thus to thoughtless mortals calling. In a sad and solemn sound, — q2 1S5 276 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [OCT, 2 * ' Youth, on length of days presuming, Who the paths of pleasure tread, View us, late in beauty blooming. Numbered now among the dead. 3 "What, though yet no losses grieve you, — Gay with health and many a grace ; Let not cloudless skies deceive you ; Summer gives to autumn place. 4 ** Yearly in our course returning, Messengers of shortest stay. Thus we preach this solemn warning,- You, like us, must pass away." 6 On the tree of life eternal Then let all our hopes be stayed : This alone, for ever vernal. Bears a leaf that shall not fade. JiiO October 2. CM. Laneshorough. TEE PEACE-MAKERS. " Be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace ; and the God of love and peace shall be with you." — 2 Cor. xiii. 11. 1 Tl^HERE shall the sons of peace be found ? ^ * Not on the embattled plain. Where slaughter stalketh madly round, And notes of fiend-like joy resound, Exulting o'er the slain. 2 They, far and evermore removed From fearful battle-strife. In gentle deeds by Heaven approved, In doings such as Christ behooved. Would seek a useful life. 3 Their every low-descending sun. As days glide swift along, Views still the heavenly action done — The plan devised — the work begun, To lighten human wrong.- 4 What though no fame-trump, when they die, Loud speaks their work abroad I Yet shall their record, safe on high, Outlast the earth, outshine the sky. And name them "sons of God.'* 186 OCT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 277; 278 277 Octobers. CM. Warwick. god's G00D^^:3S — a moe>t:ng song. "I ■vrill greatly rejoice in the Lord, my soul shall be joyful in my God : for he hath clothed me with the garments of sal- vation, he hath covered me with the robe of righteousness." — Isa. Ixi. 10. 1 "TiELIGHTFUL is the task to sing, ■^-^ On each returning day, The praises of our heavenly King, And grateful homage pay. 2 The countless -worlds, which, bathed in light, Through fields of azure move. Proclaim his wisdom and his might. But oh, how great his love I 3 He deigns each broken, contrite heart With tender care to bind ; And comfort, hope, and grace impart To heal the wounded mind. 4 All creatures, with instinctive cry, From God implore their food ; His bounty grants a rich supply, And fills the earth with good. 5 Delightful is the task, Lord ! With each returning day, Thy countless mercies to record. And grateful homage pay. Z iO October 4. L. M. Uxhridge. CHRIST'S BEXEFICEXCE TO BE IMITATED. "God anointed Jesus of Xazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power : who went about doing good." — Acts x. 38. 1 TTTHEN Jesus dwelt in mortal clay, * ^ What were his works from day to day But miracles of power and grace. That spread salvation through our race ? 2 Teach us, Lord, to keep in view Thy pattern, and thy steps pursue ; Let alms bestowed, let kindness done, Be witnessed by each rolling sun. 187 279; 280 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [OCT, 3 That man may last, but never lives, Who much receives, but nothing gives, Whom none can love, whom none can thank ; Creation's blot, creation's blank. 4 But he, who marks from day to day, In generous acts his radiant way, Treads the same path his Saviour trod, The path to glory and to God. 279 Octobers. L. M. Old Hundred WHY STAND YE IDLE HERE? "Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord." — Rom. xii. 11. 1 'T'HE God of glory walks his round, -■- From day to day, from year to year, And warns us each, with awful sound, " No longer stand ye idle here ! 2 "Ye, whose young cheeks are rosy-bright. Whose hands are strong, whose hearts are clear, Waste not of hope the morning light ! Ah, why, why stand ye idle here ? 3 " 0, if the griefs ye would assuage That wait on life's declining year. Now seek a blessing for your age, And work your Maker's business here ! 4 thou, by all thy works adored, To whom the sinner's soul is dear. Recall us to thy vineyard, Lord, And grant us grace to please thee here ! 280 October 6. L. M. Ejjingham. PRAYER FOR SPIRITUAL ENJOYMENT. "The Lord is nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all that call upon him in truth. He will fulfil the desire of them that fear him."— Pi\ cxlv. 18, 19. 1 r^OME, Holy Spirit ! calm my mind, ^ And fit me to approach my God ; Remove each vain, each worldly thought, And lead me to thy blest abode. IRS OCT.] HY3IXS FOR SCHOOLS. 281 2 Hast thou imparted to my soul A liying spark of holy fire ? Oh I kindle now the sacred flame, Make me to burn with pure desire. 3 Impress upon my wandering heart The love that Christ to sinners bore ; To mourn the wounds my sins produced, And my Redeemer's love adore. 4 A brighter faith and hope impart, And let me now my Saviour see ; Oh I soothe and cheer my burdened heart, And bid my spirit rest in thee. 281 October 7. 7s. Benevento. SONG OF THE REDEEMED. " And they sing a new song, saying. Thou art worthy to take the book, and to open the seals thereof: for thou wast slain, and hast redeemed us to God by thy blood out of every kindred, and tongue, and people, and nation." — Rev. v. 9. 1 "TT^HAT are these in bright array, * ^ This innumerable throng, Round the altar night and day, Hymning one triumphant song ? Worthy is the Lamb once slain. Blessing, honor, glory, power. Wisdom, riches, to obtain, New dominion ever hour. 2 These through fiery trials trod, These from great affliction came ; Xow before the throne of God ; Sealed with his almighty name ; Clad in raiment pure and white, Yictor-palms in every hand, Through their dear Redeemer's might More than conquerors they stand. 3 Hunger, thirst, disease unknown. On immortal fruits they feed ; Them, the Lamb amidst the throne Shall to living fountains lead: Joys and gladness banish sighs. Perfect love dispels all fears, And for ever from their eyes, God shall wipe away the tears. 189 282^283 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [OCT. 282 October 8. L. M. Alfreton. THE GOLDEN RULE. " Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them." — Matt. vii. 12. 1 (^H, blessed Saviour, how divine, ^-^ How righteous is this rule of thine ! To do to all men just the same That we expect or wish from them. 2 This golden lesson, short and clear. Should to each mind and heart be dear ; For every conscience must approve This universal law of love. 3 How blessed wouM every nation be, Thus ruled by love and equity ! All would be friends without a foe, And form a paradise below. 4 Jesus, forgive us that we keep Thy sacred law of love asleep ; No more let envy, wrath, or pride But this blest maxim be our guide. 283 October 9. L. M. Duke Street. DIVINE GOODNESS AND GUIDANCE. " For this God is our God for ever and ever : he will be our guide even unto death." — Ps. xlviii. 14. 1 (^UR Father, God, once more we raise ^-^ To thee our supplicating cries ; For this new morn thy name we praise, And bid devotion's incense rise. 2 We thank thee for all good bestowed, For earthly joys and hopes of heaven; Thy helping arm, thy guiding word. And answered prayers, and sins forgiven. 3 Whene'er we walk on danger's height. Or tread temptation's slippery way. Be nigh, to lead our steps aright, That word our guide, that arm our stay, 190 OCT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 284^ 285 4 Be ours thy fear and favor still, United hearts, unchanging love ; No scheme, that contradicts thy will, No wish, that centres not above. 5 And since we must be parted here, Support us when the hour shall come ; Wipe gently off the mourner's tear, Rejoin us in our heavenly home. Zo4: October 10. 7s. Nuremhurg. OUR TDIES IX THE BAXD OF GOD. "But I trusted in thee, Lord : my times are in thy hand : make thy face to shine upon thy seryant." — i^\ xxxi. 14, 15. 1 C OVEREIGX Ruler of the skies, ^ Ever gracious, ever wise I All my times are in thy hand. All events at thy command. 2 Thou didst form me at my birth ; Thou wilt guide me till my death; All my times shall ever be Ordered by thy wise decree : 3 Times of sickness, times of health ; Times of penury and wealth ; Times of trial and of grief; Times of triumph and relief ; 4 Times temptation's power to prove ; Times to taste a Saviour's love ; All must come, and last, and end. As shall please my heavenly Friend. 28o October 11. C. M. Eochester, THE RICHES OF THE SCRIPTTJRES. ** Search the Scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eter- nal life : and they are they which testify of me." — John v. 39. 1 T ET avarice, from shore to shore, -*^ Her favorite god pursue ; Thy word, O Lord, we value more Than India or Peru. 191 286 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [OCT. 2 Here mines of knowledge, love, and joy, Are opened to our sight ; The purest gold without alloy, And gems divinely bright. 3 The counsels of redeeming grace These sacred leaves unfold : And here the Saviour's lovely face Our raptured eyes behold. 4 Here light, descending from above, Directs our doubtful feet ; Here promises of heavenly love Our ardent wishes meet. 6 For these inestimable gains, That so enrich the mind, Oh, may we search with eager pains, Assured that we shall find ! 286 October 12. CM. Balerma. THE LORD'S PRATER. '•Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation.'' Matt. XX vi. 41. 1 T^ATHER of all, we bow to thee -^ Who dwell'st in heaven, adored ; But present still through all thy works The universal Lord. 2 A grateful homage may we yield With hearts resigned to thee ; And as in heaven thy will is done On earth so let it be. 3 From day to day we humbly own The hand that feeds us still ; Give us our bread, and teach to rest Contented in thy will. 4 Our sins before thee we confess ; Oh, may they be forgiven ! As we to others mercy show, We mercy beg from heaven. 192 OCT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 287, 288 Still let thy grace our life direct ; From evil guard our ytslj : And in temptation's fatal path Permit us not to stray. 287 October 13. L. M. Wells. god's meecies. '• give thanks unto the Lord ; for he is good : for his mercy endure th for ever." — Ps. cxxxTi. 1. 1 f^ IVE to our God immortal praise I ^-^ Mercy and truth are all his ^^ays : Wonders of grace to God belong, Ptcpeat his mercies in your song. 2 Give to the Lord of lords reno"^m, The King of kings with glory crown : His mercies ever shall endure. When lords and kings are known no more, 3 He fills the sun with morning light, He bids the moon direct the night : His mercies ever shall endure, V/hen suns and moons shall shine no more. 4 He sent his Son with power to save From guilt, and darkness, and the grave : Wonders of grace to God belong, Repeat his mercies in your song. 5 Through this vain world he guides our feet, And leads us to his heavenly seat : His mercies ever shall endure, When this vain world shall be no more. 288 October 14. C. M, Arlijigton, YUAXL SUBinSSIOX. " And he went a little farther, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me ; neyertheless, not as I will, but as thou wilt." — Matt. xxvi. 39. 1 A XD can mv heart asjare so high ^^ To say, My Father, God ? Lord, at thy feet I fain would lie, And learn to kiss the rod. V. 193 289 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [OCT. 2 I would submit to all thy will, For thou art good and wise ; Let every anxious thought be still, Nor one faint murmur rise. 3 Thy love can cheer the darkest gloom, And bid me wait serene, Till hopes and joys immortal bloom, And brighten all the scene. 4 "My Father God," permit my heart To plead her humble claim, And ask the bliss those words impart, In my Redeemer's name. 289 October 15. L. M. Wells. "And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor cryin;^, uei> ther shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away." — .Rev. xxi. 4. 1 ^"THERE is a region, lovelier far -*- Than sages tell or poets sing ; Brighter than summer's beauties are. And softer than the tints of spring. 2 It is not found by summer's gale, 'Tis not refreshed by vernal showers. It never needs the moonbeam pale — For there are known no evening hours. 3 No ; for this world is ever bright With a pure radiance all its own : The streams of uncreated light Flow round it from the eternal throne. 4 It is all holy and serene, The land of glory and repose ; No cloud obscures the radiant scene — There, not a tear of sorrow flows. 5 In vain the philosophic eye May seek to view the fair abode. Or find it in the curtained sky : It is — THE DWELLING-I'LACE OF GOD. 194 OCT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 290, 291 290 October 16. 8s & 7s. Sicilian Hymn. CHRIST'S CARE FOR THE YOUNG. •• I am the good shepherd, and know my sheep and am known of mine." — John x. 14. 1 O AVIOUR, who thy flock art feeding ^ AYith the shepherd's kindest care, All the feeble gently leading, "While the lambs thy bosom share ; — 2 Now, these tender youth receiving, Fold them in thy gracious arm ; There, we know, thy word believing, Only there, secure from harm. 3 Never from thy pasture roving, Let them be the lion's prey ; Let thy tenderness, so loving, Keep them all life's dangerous way. 4 Then within thy fold eternal. Let them find a resting-place; Feed in pastures ever vernal, Drink the rivers of thy grace. 291 October 17. L. M. Old Hundred. GOD PRAISED FOR HIS GOODNESS. "Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men." — Po-. cvii. 8. 1 r\ RENDER thanks to God above, ^^ The fountain of eternal love ; Whose mercy firm, through ages past, Hath stood, and shall for ever last. 2 Who can his mighty deeds express. Not only vast — but numberless ? What mortal eloquence can raise His tribute of immortal praise ? 3 Extend to me that favour. Lord, Thou to thy chosen dost afford : When thou return' st to set me free, Let thy salvation visit me. 4 render thanks to God above, The fountain of eternal love : His mercy firm, through ages past, Hath stood, and shall for ever last. 195 292, 293 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [OCT. 292 October 18. L. M. Missionary Chant. PRAISE TO GOD. " Trust in him at all times : ye people, pour out your heart hefore him : God is a refuge for us." — Ps. Ixii. 8. 1 Tj^TERNAL God, almighty cause -■-^ Of earth and seas and worlds unknown; All things are subject to thy laws ; All things depend on thee alone. 2 Thy glorious being singly stands, Of all within itself possessed : Controlled by none are thy commands, Thou in thyself alone art blessed. 3 Worship to thee alone belongs ; Worship to thee alone we give ; Thine be our hearts, and thine our songs ; And to thy glory may we live. 4 Lord, spread thy name through every land ; Sin and oppression's power dethrone ; Subdue the world to thy command, And reign, as thou art, God alone. 293 October 19. C. M. Mear. THE GREATNESS OF GOD. "I will extol thee, my God, King, and I will bless thy name for ever and ever." — Ps. cxlv. 1. 1 T ONG as I live I'll bless thy name, -"-^ My King, my God of love; My work and joy shall be the same, In the bright world above. 2 Great is the Lord ; his power unknown ; And let his praise be great ; I'll sing the honors of thy throne, Thy works of grace repeat. 3 Fathers to sons shall teach thy name, And children learn thy ways ; Ages to come thy truth proclaim, And nations sound thy praise. 196 OCT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 294,295 4 The -vvorld is managed bj thy hands ; Thj saints are ruled by love : And thine eternal kingdom stands, Though rocks and hills remoye. 29i October 20. C. M. Warwick. ACCEPTABLE WORaHIP. "Bring no more vain oblations: wash ye, make you clean: put away the evil of your doings : cease to do evil, learn to do well: seek judgment; relieye the oppressed/' — Isa. i. 13, 16. 1 "TT^HEREWITH shall we approach the Lord, * * And bow before his throne ? Oh I how procure his kind regard, And for our guilt atone ? 2 Shall altars flame, and victims bleed. And spicy fumes ascend? Will these our earnest wish succeed? Will these make God our friend ? 3 Oh I no, 'twere vain and fruitless all, Such offerings to give : No presents from the field or stall His favor can receive. 4 To men their rights we must allow, And proofs of kindness give ; To God with humble reverence bow, And to his glory live. 5 Hands that are clean, and hearts sincere. He never will despise ; And cheerful duty he'll prefer To costly sacrifice. 29o October 2L L. M. Ward, CHOOSDfG THE BETTEE PAET. " But one thing is needful ; and Mary hath chosen that good part- which shall not be taken away from her.'* — Luke x. 42. 1 "OESET with snares on every hand, -^ In life's uncertain path I stand ; Father divine, diffuse thy light. And guide my doubtful footsteps right. e2 197 296 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [OCT. 2 Engage this weak and erring heart Early to choose the better part ; To scorn the trifles of a day, For joys that none can take away. 3 Then, should the wildest storms arise, And tempests mingle earth and skies, — No fatal shipwreck shall I fear. But all my treasures with me bear. 4 If thou, my Father, still art nigh. Cheerful I'll live, and cheerful die ; Secure, when human comforts flee. To find ten thousand worlds in thee. 296 October 22. CM. Medfield, MAN FRAIL — BUT GOD ETERNAL. "Our soul waiteth for the Lord; lie is our help and our shield." — Ps. xxxiii. 20. 1 f\ GOD, our help in ages past, ^-^ Our hope for years to come ; Our shelter from the stormy blast, And our eternal home. 2 Beneath the shadow of thy throne, Thy children dwell secure ; Sufficient is thine arm alone, And our defence is sure. 3 A thousand ages, in thy sight, Are like an evening gone ; Short as the watch that ends the night, Before the rising sun. 4 Time, like an ever-rolling stream. Bears all its sons away ; They fly, forgotten, as a dream Dies at the opening day. 5 God, our help in ages past, Our hope for years to come. Be thou our guard while troubles last, And our eternal home. 198 OCT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 297; 298 297 October 23. 7s. PleyeV s Hymn. " God is a Spirit : and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth." — John iv. 24. 1 T ORD of Hosts, what heavenly bliss, ^-^ E'en on earth, thy worship is I Here may we, thy children, see Z\Iuch of heaven and much of thee. 2 From thy gracious presence flows Bliss that softens all our woes, "While thy Spirit's holy fire Warms our hearts with pure desire. 3 Here we supplicate thy throne, — Here make thou thy glories known, — Here we learn thy righteous ways, Taste thy love and sing thy praise. 4 Thus with festive songs of joy We our happy lives employ ; Love, and long to love thee more, Till from earth to heaven we soar. 298 October 24. C. M. Eochester, CHnj)EEN OF LIGHT. '« For ye were sometime darkness, but now are ye light in the Lord : walk as children of light." — Eph, v. 8. 1 Xy^ALK in the light ! so shalt thou know ^ ^ That fellowship of love His Spirit only can bestow Who reigns in light above. 2 Walk in the light ! and thou shalt find Thy heart made truly his. Who dwells in cloudless light enshrined, In whom no darkness is. 8 Walk in the light ! and thou shalt own Thy darkness passed away. Because that light on thee hath shone In which is perfect day. 199 299, 300 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [OCT. 4 Walk in the light! and e'en the tomb No fearful shade shall wear ; Glory shall chase away its gloom, For Christ hath conquered there. 5 Walk in the light ! and thou shalt be A path, though thorny, bright ; For God, by grace, shall dwell in thee, And God himself is light ! 299 October 25. C. M. St. Martin'' s. A MORNING PSALM. " For thou, Lord, wilt bless the righteous ; with favour wilt thou compass him as with a shield." — Ps. v. 12. 1 T ORD, in the morning thou shalt hear ■^^ My voice ascending high ; To thee will I direct my prayer, To thee lift up mine eye. 2 Thou art a God, before whose sight The wicked shall not stand : Sinners shall ne'er be thy delight. Nor dwell at thy right hand. 3 may thy Spirit guide my feet In ways of righteousness ! Make every path of duty straight And plain before my face. 4 The men who love and fear thy name, Shall see their hopes fulfilled ; The mighty God will compass them With favor as a shield. 300 October 26. C. M. Laneshorough. THE LORD'S PRAYER. " And all things whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believ- ing, ye shall receive." — Matt. xxi. 22. 1 (^UR- Father, God, to thee alone ^ May all subjection yield ; Here, as in heaven, thy will be known ; Here, as in heaven, fulfilled. 200 I OCT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 301 2 With bread sufficient for the day, Our mortal frame supply : And feed our souls along their "^ay, With manna from on high. 3 "While, conscious of the debt we OTve, We bow the humble knee ; That mercy we to others show, Descend on us from thee. 4 Do thou our erring feet secui^e, — Oh, lead us far from ill ! And keep us upright, just, and pure, In act, in word, and will. 301 October 27. L.M. Glines. Eaton. '• Jesus saith unto him, Thomas, because thou hast seen me, thou ha*t belieTed : blessed are thej that have not seen, and vet have believed."" — John xx. 29. 1 TI^HAT though we never saw thee tread * ^ This bright and cheerful world of ours ; Xor heard thy voice recall the dead Again to life's reviving powers: Yet we believe — for all things are The gift of thy almighty care. 2 We did not see thee tread the wave : We did not hear the voice from heaven, Which once the joyful tidings gave, That God's own Son for us was given I But we believe — oh, strengthen thou The faith which to thy name we owe. 3 We were not with the chosen few Who saw thee through the clouds ascend; ^ Who gazed, and wished to follow too ; And then to earth did prostrate bend : But we believe that mortal eyes Beheld that journey to the skies. 4 Chase every shade of doubt away ; " Light of the world," in mercy shine, Illume with faith our darksome way. And make us through life's pathway, thine : Then bring us to that heavenly light Where faith at once is lost in sight. 201 302; 303 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [OCT. 302 October 28. L. M. Hebron. BEARING THE CROSS. "If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross and follow me." — Matt. xvi. 24. 1 nPAKE up thy cross, the Saviour said, ^ If thou wouldst my disciple be: Take up thy cross with willing heart, And humbly follow after me. 2 Take up thy cross, let not its weight Fill thy weak spirit with alarm ; His strength shall bear thy spirit up, And brace thy heart, and nerve thy arm. 3 Take up thy cross, nor heed the shame, And let thy foolish pride be still ; Thy Lord refused not e'en to die Upon a cross on Calvary's hill. 4 Take up thy cross, then, in his strength, And calmly sin's wild deluge brave ; 'Twill guide thee to a better home; It points to glory o'er the grave. 5 Take up thy cross and follow me, Nor think till death to lay it down ; For only he who bears the cross May hope to win the glorious crown. 303 October 29. C. M. Arlington. A MORNING HYMN. "The path of the just is as the shining light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day." — Prov. iv. 18. 1 IVTY God, who makest the sun to know -^"-^ His proper hour to rise ; And, to give light to all below, Doth send him round the skies ; — « 2 "When from the chambers of the east I His morning race begins. He never tires nor stops to rest, But round the world he shines ; — 202 OCT.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 304, 305 3 So, like the sun, would I fulfil The business of the day, — Begin my work betimes, and still March on my heavenly way. 4 Give me, Lord, thy early grace, Nor let my soul complain That the young morning of my days Has all been spent in vain. 304 October 30. 7s. PleyeVs Hymn. god's blessing sought in pkayee. •' If ye abide in me. and my words abide in you. ye stall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you."-^o/m xv. 7. 1 /^^O^IE, my soul, thy suit prepare, ^^ To thy God direct thy prayer ; In his word he bids thee pray. Therefore come without delay. 2 Lord I I come to thee for rest. Take possession of my breast ; There thy sovereign right maintain, And without a rival reign. 3 While I am a pilgrim here. Let thy love my spirit cheer ; As my guide, my guard, my friend, Lead me to my journey's end. 4 Show me what I have to do. Every hour my strength renew ; Let me live a life of faith, Let me die thy people's death. 305 October 31. C. M. Coronation. A MOHNING HTilN. "The Lord 5? my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him. and I am helped : therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth, and with my song will I praise him.'" — Ps. xxviii. 7. 1 /^'XCE more the light of day I see ; ^-^ Lord, with it let me raise My heart and voice in song to thee, Of gratitude and praise. 203 806 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [NOV. 2 The sky -lark from its lowly nest Hath soared into the sky, And by its joyous song expressed Unconscious praise on high. 3 My feeble voice and faltering tone No tuneful tribute bring ; But thou canst in my heart make known What bird can never sing. 4 Instruct me, then, to lift my heart To thee in praise and prayer ; And love and gratitude impart, For every good I share. 5 Thus let me, Lord, confess the debt I owe thee day by day ; Nor e'er at night or morn forget To thee, God ! to pray. oUb November 1. 7s & 6s. Missionary. AN AUTUMNAL HYMN. "For all flesh is as grass, and all the glory of man as tho flower of grass. The grass withereth, and the flower thereof falleth away, but the word of the Lord endureth for ever."— 1 Fet. i. 24, 25. 1 ^HE leaves around me falling, -^ Are preaching of decay, The hollow winds are calling — "Come, pilgrim, come away!' The day, in night declining. Says, I must too decline, The year, its bloom resigning — Its lot foreshadows mine ! 2 The light my path surrounding, The loves to which I cling. The hopes within me bounding, The joys that round me wing, All, all, like stars at even. Just gleam and shoot away ; Pass on before to heaven, And chide at my delay. 204 NOV.] IIYMXS FOR SCHOOLS. 307 8 The friends gone there before me Are calling from on high. And happy angels o'er me Tempt sweetly to the sky. " Why Tvait," they say, '' and wither Mid scenes of death and sin ? Oh I rise to glory hither, And find true life begin." 4 I hear the invitation, And fain would rise and come, A sinner to salvation. An exile to his home : But, while I here must linger, Thus, thus let all I see Point on with faithful finger, To heaven, Lord, and Thee. 307 November 2. C. M. Christmas. PEAISE TO GOD. '•I will prai>e thy name for thy loving-kindness and for thy truth : for thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name."— Fs. cxxxviii. 2. 1 T IFT up to God the voice of praise, -^ Whose breath our souls inspired ; Loud and more loud the anthem raise, With grateful ardor fired. 2 Lift up to God the voice of praise. Whose goodness, passing thought, Loads every moment, as it flies, With benefits unsought. 3 Lift up to God the voice of praise. From whom salvation flows. Who sent his Son our souls to save From everlasting woes. 4 Lift up to God the voice of praise. For hope's transporting ray. Which lights through darkest shades of death, To realms of endless day. S 205 808j309 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [NOV. 308 ITovember 3. L. M. 6 lines. Ealort. TRUST IN GOD. " Trust ye in the Lord for ever : for in the Lord Jehovah is everlasting strength." — Isa. xxvi. 4. 1 (^Hj let my trembling soul be still, ^^ While darkness veils this mortal eye, And wait thy wise, thy holy will. Wrapt yet in fears and mystery. I cannot, Lord, thy purpose see ! Yet all is well — since ruled by Thee. 2 When, mounted on thy clouded car. Thou send'st thy darker spirits down, I can discern by night afar, Thy light, sweet beaming through thy frown; And, should I faint a moment, then I think of Thee — and smile again. 3 So, trusting in thy love, I tread The narrow path of duty on: What though some cherished joys are fled! What though some flattering dreams are gone! Yet purer, brighter joys remain: Why should my spirit then complain ? o09 ITovember 4. C. M. Peterborough. GOD THE PRESERVER OF MEN. " The Lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in, from this time forth, and even for evermore." — Ps. exxi. 8. 1 npHROUGH all the dangers of the night, ^ Preserved, Lord, by thee. Again we hail the cheerful light, Again we bow the knee. 2 Oh ! may the beams of truth divine, With clear convincing light, In all our understandings shine. And chase our mental night. 3 Let all our words and all our ways Declare that we are thine ; That thus along our path, the rays Of heavenly truth may shine. 206 NOV.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 310^ 311 4 Preserve us, Lord, throiigliout the day, And guide us by thine arm I For they are safe, and only they, Whom thou dost save from harm. oiU Novembers. Ts. PleyeV s Hymn. DAILY DEPEXDEXCE ON GOD. "Give Tis, day by day, our daily bread." — Luke xi. 2. 1 "P^AY by day the manna fell ; ^^ Oh, to learn this lesson well ! Still by constant mercy fed, Give me, Lord, my daily bread. 2 Day by day the promise reads, Daily strength for daily needs, Cast foreboding fears away : Take the manna of to-day. 3 Lord, my times are in thy hand ; All my brightest hopes have planned To thy wisdom I resign. And would make thy purpose mine. 4 Thou my daily task shalt give : I^^y hy day to thee I live : So shall added years fulfil, Not my own — my Father's will. oi 1 November 6. S. M. Lisbon, THE SPmiT INVITIXG. "And the Spirit and the bride say. Come. And let him that heareth, say Come. And If^t him that is athirst. Come. And whosoever will, let him take the water of life freely." — JRev, 2Lxii. 17. 1 nPHE Spirit, in our hearts, -^ Is whispering, "Sinner, come;" The bride, the church of Christ, proclaims To all his children, " Come !" 2 Let him that heareth say To all about him, " Come ;" Let him that thirsts for righteousness To Christ, the fountain, come. 207 812 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [NOV. 3 Yes, wliosoever will, Oh, let him freely come, And freely drink the stream of life ; 'Tis Jesus bids him come. 4 Lo ! Jesus, who invites. Declares, "I quickly come:" Lord, even so ; we wait thy hour ; Jesus, my Saviour, come. 312 November 7. C. M. Jordan. RESIGNATION. " I was dumb ; I opened not my mouth ; "because thou didst it." — Ps. xxxix. 9. 1 IVTY God, my Father ! blissful name ! ■^^ Oh, may I call thee mine ? May I, with sweet assurance, claim A portion so divine. 2 This only can my fears control, And bid my sorrows fly : What harm can ever reach my soul Beneath my Father's eye ? 3 Whate'er thy providence denies, I calmly would resign ; For thou art just, and good, and wise — Oh, bend my will to thine ! 4 Whate'er thy sacred will ordains, Oh, give me strength to bear ! Oh, let me know my Father reigns. And trust his tender care ! 5 If pain and sorrow rend this frame, And life almost depart, Is not thy mercy still the same, To cheer my drooping heart ? 6 Thy sovereign ways are all unknown To my weak, erring sight ; Yet let my soul, adoring, own That all thy ways are right. NOV.] HYMX5 FOR SCHOOLS. 813; 314 313 Novembers. 8s & 7s. Wilmot. PR.USE TO THE REDEEMEB. '• Unto him that loved u?. and washed ns from our sins in his own blood, and bath made us kings and priests unto God and his Father : to him be glory and dominion for ever and ever." — Sev. 1. 5. 6. 1 A riGHTY Sariour: we would bless thee, -^ -^ "v\'e would praise thy glorious name ; Lord of men, as well as angels, Thou art every creature's theme. 2 From the highest throne in glory, To the cross of deepest wo, All to ransom guilty captives, Thou with love and zeal didst go. 3 Brightness of the Father's glory. Shall thy praise unuttered lie ? Fly, my tongue, such guilty silence ; Sing the Lord who came to die. 4 While we praise thee, blessed Saviour, Endless source of joy and love; Grant us here thy constant favor, Till we reign with thee above. oi4: November 9. CM. Arlijigton. GOD OrE TEUST. " Trust in the Lord with all thine heart ; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thv ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths." — Prov. iii.'5, 6. 1 T ORD, should we leave thy hallowed feet, -■-^ To whom should we repair ? Where else such holy comfort meet, As springs eternal there ? 2 Earth has no fount of true delight, Xo pure, perennial stream ; And sorrow's storm and earth's dark night, Soon wrap life's brightest beam. 3 L'nmingled joys 'tis thine to give. And undecaying peace ; For thou canst teach us so to live, That life shall never cease. S 2 209 315; 316 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [NOV. 4 Then let our trust in thee be stayed, Thy peace to us be given, That we, when earthly joys shall fade, May sing thy praise in heaven. 315 November 10. L. M. Old Hundred. god's forgiveness and aid implored. *' Remember, Lord, thy tender-mercies and thy loving- kindnesses : lead me in thy truth and teach me : for thou art the God of my salvation." — Ps. xxv. 5, 6. 1 Tj^ATHER of mercies, God of love, -"- Far from thy sight my sins remove, Whatever guilt my conscience fears, Remit to penitential tears. 2 Oh, cleanse my breast from every stain, The wrong, the impious, or the vain ; Correct the false, confirm the true, And my whole mind to right renew. 3 Thy care, where'er my footsteps bend, Along my pilgrimage extend ; Make me in health thy goodness know. In sickness to thy wisdom bow. 4 In dissolution's fainting hour, Thy cup of consolation pour ; Bid terror from vny couch retire. And my rapt soul in joy expire. oiu November IL L. M. Hebron. CONFIDENCE IN GOD. " The fear of man bringeth a snare : but whoso putteth his trust in the Lord shall be safe." — Prov. xxix. 25. 1 /"^ OD of my life, whose gracious power ^^ Through varied deaths my soul hath led, Or turned aside the fatal hour, Or lifted up my sinking head ! — 2 In all my ways thy hand I own, Thy ruling providence I see ; Assist me still my course to run, And still direct my path to thee ! 210 KOY.] HTMXS FOR SCHOOLS. 317, 318 3 Oft from the margin of the gi'ave, Thou, Lord, hast lifted up my head ; Sudden I found thee near to save, Disease hath OTvned thy touch, and fled 4 Whither, oh I whither shall I flee, But to a gracious Saviour's breast ? Glad thy approving smile to see. And safe beneath thy wings to rest. i 7 November 12. 7s & 6s. Jllssionari/. GOD OUE SALVAnoy. " In God is my salvation and my glory : the rock of my strength, and my refuge, is in God." — fs. Ixii. 7. 1 /^^ OD is my strong salvation ; ^^ What foe have I to fear ? In darkness and temptation, My light, my help is near. Though hosts encamp around me, Firm to the fight I stand : What terror can confound me, With God at my right hand ? 2 Place on the Lord reliance. My soul, with courage wait ; His truth be thy af&ance. When faint and desolate : His might thine heart shall strengthen, His love thy joy increase, Mercy thy days shall lengthen ; The Lord will give thee peace. 318 November 13. 8s & 7s. Wilmot. THE CE0S3 OF CHRIST. " The day-spring from on high hath visited us, to give light to them that sit in darkness and in the shadow of death ; to guide our feet into the way of peace." — Luke i. 78, 79. 1 TX the cross of Christ I glory I — -■- Towering o'er the wrecks of time. All the light of sacred story Gathers round its head sublime. 2 When the woes of life overtake me, Hopes deceive, and fears annoy, 319 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [NOV. Never shall the cross forsake me ; Then it glows with peace and joy ! 3 When the sun of bliss is beaming Light and love upon my way, From the cross the radiance streaming Adds fresh lustre to the day. 4 Bane and blessing, pain and pleasure By the cross are sanctified ; Peace is there, that knows no measure, Joys that through all time abide. 5 In the cross of Christ I glory ! — Towering o'er the wrecks of time, All the light of sacred story Gathers round its head sublime. 319 November 14. C. M. Peterhoroucrh, GOODNESS OF GOD. " For thou. Lord, art g;ood, and ready to forgive ; and plente- ous in mercy unto all them that call upon thee." — Ps. Ixxxvi. 5. 1 T^HY goodness, Lord, our souls confess ; -■- Thy goodness we adore ; — A spring whose blessings never fail ; A sea without a shore. 2 Sun, moon, and stars thy love declare In every golden ray ; Love draws the curtains of the night. And love brings back the day. 3 Thy bounty every season crowns With all the bliss it yields, With joyful clusters loads the vines, With strengthening grain, the fields. 4 But chiefly thy compassion, Lord, Is in the gospel seen ; There, like a sun, thy mercy shines. Without a cloud between. 5 There pardon, peace, and holy joy Through Jesus' name are given; There we may find a guide, through life, To lead us on to heaven. 212 4 NOV.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 320^ 321 oZO November 15. 7s & 6s. Missionary. THE MOEXIXG UGHT IS BREAKING. "And the seventh angel sounded; and there were great Toices in heaven, saying, The kingdoms of this world are be- come the kingdoms of our Lord, and of his Christ ; and he shall reign for ever and ever." — Mev. xi. 15. 1 T^HE morning light is breaking, -L The darkness disappears, The sons of earth are waking To penitential tears : Each breeze that sweeps the ocean Brings tidings from afar, Of nations in commotion, Prepared for Zion's war. 2 Rich dews of grace come o'er us, In many a gentle shower, And brighter scenes before us Are opening every hour ; Each cry to heaven going, Abundant answer brings, And heavenly gales are blowing, With peace upon their wings. 3 Blest river of salvation, Pursue thy onward way ; Flow thou to every nation, Nor in thy richness stay ; Stay not, till all the lowly Triumphant reach their home, Stay not, till all the holy Proclaim the Lord has come. 321 November 16. C. M. Warwick. DmXE LOVE. "Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God. and knoweth God. He that loveth not, knoweth not God ; for God is love."— 1 John iv. 7, 8. 1 (^UI^ Father sits on yonder throne, ^-^ Amidst the hosts above ; He reigns thoughout the world alone, He reigns the God of love. 213 322 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [NOV- 2 He knew us when we knew him not, Was with us, though unseen : His favors came to us unsought, His love has wondrous been. 3 He keeps us now, securely keeps. Whatever foe assails, With vigilance that never sleeps. With power that never fails. 4 He gives us hope that we shall be Ere long with him above ; That we shall all his glory see. And celebrate his love. 5 Then let us, while we dwell below, Obey our Father's voice, To all his dispensations bow. And in his name rejoice. o22 November 17. H. M. Bethesda. UNIVERSAL PRAISE. "My mouth shall speak the praise of the Lord ; and let all flesh bless his holy name for ever and ever." — Ps. cxly. 21. 1 T ET every creature join -*^ To bless Jehovah's name, And every power unite To swell the exalted theme ; Let nature raise, from every tongue, A general song of grateful praise. 2 But, oh ! from human tongues Should nobler praises flow. And every thankful heart With warm devotion glow : Your voices raise, ye highly blest; Above the rest declare his praise. 3 Assist me, gracious God ; My heart, my voice inspire ; Then shall I humbly join The universal choir ; Thy grace can raise my heart and tongue. And tune my song to lively praise. 2U NOV.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 323, 324 SJiO Kovember 18. C, M. Coronation. THE GLC'RIFICATION OF CHRIST, "And every creatnre which is in heaven, and on the earth, heard I, raying. Blessing, and honour, and glory, and power, be unto him that sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb for ever and ever," — Bev. v, 13. 1 A LL hail the power of Jesus' name I ■^^ Let angels prostrate fall ; Bring forth the royal diadem, And crown him — Lord of all, ' 2 Ye chosen seed of Israel's race, A remnant weak and small ; Hail him who saves you by his grace, And crown him — Lord of all. 3 Let every kindred, every tribe. On this terrestrial ball, To him all majesty ascribe, And crown him — Lord of all, 4 Oh ! that with yonder sacred throng, "We at his feet may fall ; We'll join the everlasting song. And crown him — Lord of all. 324 November 19. C, M, Jordan, REJOICING IN GOD, "And thou shalt rejoice in every good thing which the Lord thy God hath given unto thee, and unto thine house." — Deut, XXTi. 11, 1 'TT'^HEX morning's first and hallowed ray ' ^ Breaks with its trembling light, To chase the pearly dews away, Bright tear-drops of the night — 2 My heart, Lord, forgets to rove, But gladly rises free. On wings of everlasting love. And finds its hame in thee. 3 When evening's silent shades descend, And nature sinks to rest, Still to my Father and my Friend My wishes are addressed. 215 325, 326 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [NOT, 4 Though tears may dim my hours of joy, And bid my pleasures flee, Thou reign' st where grief cannot annoy : I will be glad in thee. 5 And e'en when midnight's solemn gloom, Above, around, is spread, Sweet dreams of everlasting bloom • Are hovering o'er my head. G I dream of that fair land, Lord, Where all thy saints shall be, I wake to lean upon thy word, And still delight in thee. 325 November 20. C. M. Christmas, HEAVENLY AMBITION. " When the chief Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive a croM-n of glory that fadeth not away." — 1 Pet. v. 4. 1 ]VrOW let a true ambition rise, -^^ And ardour fire our breast, To reign in worlds above the skies, In heavenly glories drest. 2 Behold Jehovah's royal hand A radiant crown display, Whose gems with lustre bright shall shine. When stars and suns decay. 3 Away each grovelling, anxious care, Beneath a Christian's aim ; Oh! spring to seize immortal joys, In your Redeemer's name. 4 Ye hearts, with youthful vigor warm. The glorious prize pursue ; Nor fear the want of earthly good, While heaven is kept in view. 326 November 21. L. M. Ward. THE christian's DEPENDENCE. " Whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny before my I'ather which is in heaven." — Matt. x. 23. 1 "PyENY thee ! what, deny the way •^ That leads to heaven's eternal day ? 216 NOV.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 327 Deny the Shepherd Tvho will keep Within the fold his wandering sheep ? 2 Deny thee, Lord I then who will bear My grief, my burden, and my care ? Thou, thou alone canst calm my breast, And bid its weary throbbings rest. 3 In heaven above, on earth below, Where, save to thee. Lord, could I go ? Where fly for strength, mid mortal strife ? Thou hast the words of endless life. 4 My strength, my guide vouchsafe to be, I can do nothing without thee ; Save me in every trying hour. Thou God of mercy, life, and power. 327 November 22. S. M. Silver Street. PLEASURES OF SPIRITUAL WORSHIP. "Be filled with the Spirit ; speaking to yourselves in psalms, and hymns, and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord.'" — Eph. v. 19. 1 TTOW sweet to bless the Lord, ^^ And in his praises join. With saints his goodness to record, And sing his power divine ! 2 These seasons of delight The dawn of glory seem, Like rays of pure, celestial light, Which on our spii'its beam. 3 May then our joys increase, Our love more ardent grow. While rich supplies of Jesus' grace Refresh our souls below. 4 But, oh ! the bliss sublime, AVhen joy shall be complete, In that unclouded, glorious clime Where all thy servants meet ! 5 Then shall the ransomed throng The Saviour's love record. And shout, in everlasting song, ''Salvation to the Lord I" T 217 328; 329 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. * [NOV. SJiO November 23. 7s. Nuremhurg. GOD OUR SHEPHERD. "For thus saitli the Lord God; Behold I, even I, will both search my sheep, and seek them out : I will feed them in good pasture : I will seek that which was lost, and bring again that which was driven away, and will bind up that which was broken, and will strengthen that which was sick." — JEzckid xxxiv. 11, 14, 16. 1 T 0, my shepherd's hand divine ! -^ Want shall never more be mine : In a pasture fair and large He shall feed his happy charge. 2 When I faint with summer's heat, He shall lead my weary feet To the streams that, still and slow, Through the verdant meadows flow. 3 He my soul anew shall frame, And, his mercy to proclaim, When through devious paths I stray, Teach my steps the better way. 4 Constant to my latest end, Thou my footsteps shalt attend. And shalt bid thy hallowed dome Yield me an eternal home. oZa November 24. C. M. Laneshorougn. CHRIST TO BE OUR EXAMPLE. "If any man serve mo, let him follow me ; and where T am, there shall also my servant be: if any man serve me, him will my Father honor." — Jolin xii. 26. 1 T\/^HEN Jesus left the throne of God, ' ' He chose an humble birth ; A man of grief, like us, he trod A lonely path on earth. 2 Like him, may we be found below. In wisdom's paths of peace ; Like him, in grace and knowledge grow, As years and strength increase. • 3 Sweet were his words, and kind his look, When mothers round him pressed ; 218 NOV.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 330, 331 Their infants, in his arms, he took, And on his bosom blessed. 4 Safe from the world's alluring harms, Beneath his watchful eje, Oh, thus encircled in his arms, May we for ever lie. 330 November 25. C, M. St. Martin's. GOD THE GIYZR OF EVERY GOOD GIFT. " He giveth to all life, and health, and all things : for in him we live, and move, and have our being." — Acts xvii. 25, 28. 1 "pATHER, to thee my soul I lift, -*~ On thee my hope depends, Convinced that every perfect gift From thee alone descends. 2 Mercy and grace are thine alone, And power and wisdom too ; Without the Spirit of thy Son We nothing good can do. 3 Thou all our workf in us hast wrought, Our good is all divine ; The praise of every holy thought And righteous word is thine. 4 From thee, through Jesus, we receive The power on thee to call. In whom we are, and move, and live : Our God is all in all. 331 November 26. C. M. Medfield. THE DUTY OF EFFORT. '= In the morning sow thy seed, and in the evening withhold not thine hand : for thou knowest not whether shall prosper, either this or that, or whether they both shall be alike good." — £ccl. xi. 6. 1 C CORN not the slightest word or '^ Nor deem it void of power ; deed, There's fruit in each wind-wafted seed. That waits its natal hour. 219 332 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [NOV. 2 A whispered word may touch the heart, And call it back to life ; A look of love bid sin depart, And still nnholy strife. 3 No act falls fruitless ; none can tell How vast its power may be, Nor what results infolded dwell Within it silently. 4 Work on, despair not ; bring thy mite, Nor care how small it be ; God is with all that serve the right, The holy, true, and free. OoZ November 27. 8s & 7s. Wilmot. HYMN FOR THE TIMES. " Say not thou, What is the cause that the former days were better than these 1 for thou dost not inquire wisely concerning this V'—Eccl. vii. 10. 1 TJITE are living, — we are dwelling ^ » In a grand and awful time ; In an age, on ages telling. To be living is sublime. 2 Worlds are charging — heaven beholding ; Thou hast but an hour to fight ; Love's pure banner now unfolding. On — right onward for the right. 3 From the crimes that men are crushing. War's dire curse, and slavery's wrong. To deliver him, now rushing, Arm thee well — be strong — be strong. 4 Fear not ! spurn the worldling's laughter ; Friendship's favor trample thou ; Thou shalt find a long hereafter. To be more than tempts thee now. 5 Oh ! let all the soul within you. For the truth's sake go abroad ! Strike ! let every nerve and sinew Tell on ages — tell for God. 220 NOV.] HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 333, 334 333 November 28. L. M. BuU Street. THE LOYE OF GOD. '• In this was manifested the love of God toward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through him." — 1 JoJin iv. 9. 1 ~\ FY God, thy boundless love I praise ; -^*-*- How bright, on high, its glories blaze ! It streams from thine eternal throne, And through the earth its blessings run. 2 'Tis love that paints the purple morn, And bids the clouds the rain return ; In every vernal beam it glows, And breathes in every gale that blows. 3 But in the gospel it appears In sweeter, fairer chp.racters ; There, love immortal leaves the sky, To guide us to the world on high. 4 Then let the love that makes me blest, "With cheerful praise inspire my breast ; And all my thoughts and passions tend To thee, my Father and my Friend. 334 November 29. C. M. Balerma. THE DECEITFULXESS OF EARTHLY PLEASURE. " Look not thou upon the wine when it is red, when it giveth his color in the cup, when it moveth itself aright : at the last, it biteth like a serpent, and stingeth like an adder." — Prov. xxiii. 31, 32. 1 T^HE branch is stooping to thy hand, ^ And pleasant to behold ; Yet gather not, although its fruit Be streaked with hues of gold. 2 The cup is dancing to thy lip, And fragrant is the wine ; Yet dash the untasted goblet down, Though lusciously it shine. 8 For bitter ashes lurk concealed Beneath that golden skin. And though the coat be smooth, there lies But rottenness within. T 2 221 335; 836 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [DEC 4 The wings of pleasure fan the bowl, And bid it overflow, Yet drugged with poison are its lees, And death is found below. 335 November 30. 8s & Ts. Wilmot. PRAISE THE LORD. '• Praise the Lord ; for his name alone is excellent ; his glory is above the earth and heaven ; he also exalteth the horn of his people." — Ps. cxlviii. 13, 14. 1 "DRAISE the Lord ! ye heavens, adore him ; -^ Praise him, angels in the height ; Sun and moon, rejoice before him ; Praise him, all ye stars of light : 2 Praise the Lord, for he hath spoken ; Worlds his mighty voice obeyed ; Laws which never shall be broken For their guidance he hath made. 3 Praise the Lord — for he is glorious ; Never shall his promise fail ; He will make his saints victorious, Sin and death shall not prevail. 4 Praise the God of our salvation, Hosts on high his power proclaim ; Heaven and earth, and all creation, Laud and magnify his name ! 336 December 1. C. M. Mear, " He givoth snow like wool : he scattereth the hoar-frost like ashes : he casteth forth his ice like morsels : who can stand before his cold?"— P;^-. cxlvii. 16, 17. 1 CTERN Winter throws his icy chains, ^ Encircling nature round ; How bleak, how comfortless the plains, Late with gay verdure crowned ! 2 The sun withholds his vital beams, And light and warmth depart ; And drooping, lifeless nature seems An emblem of my heart. 222 J dec] hymns for schools. 337 3 Return, blissful sun, and bring Thy soul-reviving ray : This mental winter shall be spring, This darkness, cheerful day. 4 Oh, happy state I divine abode, Where spring eternal reigns, And perfect day, the smile of God, Fills all the heavenly plains. 5 Great Source of light ! thy beams display, My drooping joys restore, And guide me to the seats of day, Where winter frowns no more. 337 December 2. 7s. Greenville. THE CHRISTIAN WARFARE. '• I have fought a good fight I have finished my course, I have kept the faith : henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day : and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing/' — 2 Tim. iy. 7, S. 1 /CHRISTIAN soldiers, wake to glory \ ^ Hark, your Leader bids you rise ; See the crown of life before ye, March to seize the heavenly prize. 2 Let the hope of full salvation. Helmet-like, your head adorn ; Be the gospel's preparation On your feet like sandals worn. o Let your loins around be girded By the truth your lips profess, From your breast be danger warded By the plate of righteousness. 4 Let your prayers ascend with fervour, Without ceasing to the Lord : Not an unconcerned observer. Timely succor he"ll afford. 5 Faith and hope must never languish. All your cares upon him cast : He'll enable you to vanquish Every enemy at last. 223 838,339 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [DEC. 000 December 3. 7s. Benevento. MERCY SOUGHT AND FOUND. "Ask, and it shall be giren you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you." — Matt. vii. 7. 1 "piLGRIM, burdened with thy sin, -'- Come the way to Zion's gate ; There, till mercy speaks within, Knock, and weep, and watch, and wait. Knock — he knows the sinner's cry ; Weep — he loves the mourner's tears ; "Watch — for saving grace is nigh ; Wait — till heavenly light appears. 2 Hark ! it is thy Saviour's voice, *' Welcome, pilgrim, to thy rest;" Now, within the gate, rejoice, Safe, and owned, and bought, and blest. Safe — from all the lures of vice ; Owned — by joys the contrite know; Bought — by love, and life the price ; Blest — the mighty debt to owe. 3 Christian pilgrim ! what for thee In a world like this remains ? From thy guarded breast shall flee Fear, and shame, and doubts, and pains. Fear — the hope of heaven shall fly ; Shame — from glory's view retire ; Doubt — in fall belief shall die ; Pain — in endless bliss expire. 339 December 4. C. M. Christmas. COMFORT IN GOD. " And he said, It is the Lord : let him do what seemeth him good." — 1 Sam. iii. 18. 1 TT is the Lord, who gives me all, -*- My health, my friends, my ease ; And of his blessings may recall Whatever part he please. 2 It is the Lord, who can sustain Beneath the heaviest load ; 221 dec] htmxs for schools. 340, 341 From whom assistance I obtain To tread the thorny road. S It is the Lord, who changeth not In sickness or in health, Whether on earth my transient lot Be poverty or wealth. i And can my soul, with thoughts like these, Be downcast, or repine ? No, gracious God, take what thou please, To thee I all resign I UO December 5. CM. Coronation. . MORXIXG SOXG. *' Sing unto the Lord.. ve saints of his, and give thanks at the remembrance of his holiness : for his anger endureth but a moment : in his favor is life : weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.'' — Ps. xxx. 4, 5. 1 T ORD of my life I oh, may thy praise -■-^ Employ my noblest powers, "Whose goodness lengthens out my days. And fills the circling hours. 2 Soon as the morning rays appear, I'll lift mine eyes above ; My voice shall reach thy listening ear, And supplicate thy love. 3 With grateful thanks my song shall rise Before thy mercy-seat ; On thee I'll fix my steadfast eyes, And worship at thy feet. 4 Thy righteousness, thy strength display, And my protection be ; Teach me to know that only way Which leads to heaven and thee. oil December 6. CM. Arlington. MORMNG PRATER. "But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father, which seeth in secret, shall reward thee openly.'* — Matt. vi. 6. 1 r\ MAY I love, at early day ^-^ To rise, when all is still, 342 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [DEC. And hear my Saviour kindly say, *' Come, ask me what ye will." 2 may I love to search his law, To hear his words of love, And feel his Spirit sweetly draw My soul to "things above." 3 may I love to ask, in prayer, His Spirit's guiding ray — Through every scene of anxious care. Through life's bewildered way. 4 Thus let me spend each rising hour, Thus close my latest da3's, Till I shall wake, to sleep no more, Where prayer is changed to praise. 342 December 7. L. M. Hebron. LOVE TO PARENTS . " Honor thy father and thy mother ; that thy days may he long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee."— Ex. XX. 12. 1 'T^O honor those who gave us birth, -^ To cheer their age, to feel their worth, Is God's command to human kind, And owned by every grateful mind. 2 Think of her toil, her anxious care. Who formed thy lisping lips to prayer, To win for God the yielding soul. And all its ardent thoughts control. 3 Nor keep from memory's glad review. The fears which all the father knew ; The joy that marked his thankful gaze As virtue crowned maturer days. 4 When pressed by sickness, pain, or grief. How anxious they to give relief! Our dearest wish they held their own ; Till ours returned, their peace was flown. 5 God of our life, each parent guard. And death's sad hour, long retard ; Be theirs each joy that gilds the past, And heaven our mutual home at last. 226 dec] hymns for schools. 343, 344 o4:0 December 8. 7s. Benevento. CHRIST OO, IXTEECESSOR. "My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous." — 1 John ii. 1. 1 TXTERCESSOR, throned on high! -^ Unto us thine aid supply ; By thy influence now prepare Humble hearts for holy prayer. Gracious, from on high descend, With our thoughts and feelings blend, And the shadow of thy wing O'er our suppliant spirits fling. 2 Lend to our infirmities Living help which grace supplies ; Thou alone canst teach alway What to pray for — how to pray : Nor alone instruct us how At the throne of grace to bow ; Far beyond our fervent prayer, Be thyself our pleader there. 344 Decemter 9. C. M. Rochester. SUBJnSSION. '• And he kneeled down and prayed, saying, Father, if thou he willing, remove this cup from me : nevertheless, not my will, hut thine he done." — Luke xxii. 41, 42. 1 LI OW sweet to be aPowed to pray -^-L To God, the holy one ; With filial love and trust to say, God, thy will be done I 2 We in these sacred words can find A cure for every ill, They calm and soothe the troubled mind And bid all care be still. 3 may that will that gave me birth, x\nd an immortal soul, In joy or grief, in life or death, My every wish control. 227 345, 346 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [DEC 4 Oh, could my heart thus ever pray, Thus imitate thy Son ! Teach me, God, in truth to say, Thy will, not mine, be done. 345 December 10. C. M. Peterborough. WALKING WITH GOD. " He hath showed thee, man, what is good ; and what doth the Lord require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?" — Micah vi. 8. 1 (^H walk with God, and thou shalt find ^^ How he can charm thy way, And lead thee with a quiet mind Into his perfect day. 2 Oh ! walk with God, and thou with smiles Shalt tread the way of tears ; His mercy every ill beguiles. And softens all our fears. 3 Oh walk with God, while thou on earth, With pilgrim steps must fare. Content to leave the world its mirth. And claim no dwelling there. 4 Oh walk with God, and thou shalt go Down death's dark vale in light. And find thy faithful walk below Hath reached to Zion's height. 5 Oh walk with God, if thou wouldst see Thy pathway thither tend : And, lingering though thy journey be, 'Tis heaven and home at end. 346 December 11. S. M. St. Thomas. UUMAN BROTHERnOOD, "Have we not all one Father? hath not one God created us ?" — Mai. ii. 10. " And this commandment have we from him, that he who lovcth God, love his brother also." — 1 Jb/m iv. 21. 1 TTUSH the loud cannon's roar, -■-■- The frantic warrior's call ! Why should the earth be drenched with gore ? Are not we brothers all ? 228 dec] hymns ron schools. 347 2 Want, from the wretch depart ! Chains, from the captive fall ! Sweet mercy, melt the oppressor's heart, — Sufferers are brothers all. 3 Churches and sects, strike down Each mean partition-wall I Let love each harsher feeling drown, — Christians are brothers all. 4 Let love and truth alone Hold human hearts in thrall, That heaven its work at length may own, And men be brothers all. 347 December 12. C. M. Medfield, PEOVn)EXCE. «■ Lord, I know that the way of man is not in himself; it is not in man that walketh to direct his steps." — Jer. x. 23. 1 nPHROUGH all the years of childhood's prime, -^ Changes on changes roll ; Each brings its varied scenes of bliss Or sorrow to the soul ; 2 In infant joys and infant griefs A little life we live ; A miniature of all the scenes That future years shall give. 3 But not a scene of life comes on— - Of gladness or of tears — Where not the hand of him that rules Our mortal state, appears. 4 We would not wish to alter aught That wisdom hath designed To train for everlasting bliss The wandering, wayward mind, 5 And if we love him as we ought. Through life he'll be our guide ; And take us with him, when life's o'er, For ever to abide. U 229 348^ 349 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [DEC. 348 December 13. C. M. >S'^ Martin's. WORKS OF PIETY REWARDED. " Yerily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me." — Matt. xxv. 40. 1 TTOW blest the children of the Lord, -*--■- Who, walking in his sight, Make all the precepts of his word Their study and delight. 2 That precious wealth shall be their dower, Which cannot know decay, Which moth or rust shall ne'er devour. Nor spoiler take away. 3 For them that heavenly light shall spread. Whose cheering rays illume The darkest hours of life, and shed A halo round the tomb. 4 Their works of piety and love, Performed through Christ, their Lord, Por ever registered above, Shall meet a sure reward. 349 December 14. C. M. Balerma. THE POWER OF THE LEAST INFLUENCE RIGHTLY EXERTED. " The kingdom of heaven is like to a grain of mustard-seed, which a man took, and sowed in his field : which indeed is the least of all seeds ; but when it is grown it is the greatest among herbs, and becometh a tree, so that the birds of the air come and lodge in the branches thereof." — Matt. xiii. 31. 1 "IITHAT if the little rain should say ' ^ "So small a drop as I Can ne'er refresh those thirsty fields, I'll tarry in the sky ?" 2 What if a shining beam of noon Should in its fountain stay. Because its feeble light alone Cannot create a day ? 3 Doth not each rain-drop help to form || The cool refreshing shower? '* And every ray of light to warm And beautify the flower? 230 dec] hymns for schools. 350; 351 4 Go then — and strive to do thj share ; — One talent — less than thine — Improved with steady zeal and care, Would gain rewards divine. 000 December 15. S. M. Silver Street. A MORNING HTilN. '•But unto you that fear my name, shall the Sun of Right- eousness arise with healing in his wings." — Mul. \y. 2. 1 CEE how the mounting sun ^^ Pursues his shining way ; And wide proclaims his Maker's praise, "With every brightening ray. 2 Thus would my rising soul Its heavenly Parent sing ; And to its great Original The humble tribute bring. 3 Serene I laid me down Beneath his guardian care ; I slept, and I awoke, and found My kind Preserver near I 4 My life I would anew Devote, Lord, to thee ; And in thy service I would spend A blest eternity. OOi December 16. CM. Lancsborough. kixd>t:ss to the poor. '• But whoso hath this world's good, and seeth his brother have need, and shutteth up his bowels of compassion from him, how dwelleth the love of God in him?" — 1 John iii. 17. fOW blest is he who 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. 231 H^ 352 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [DEC, 3 In times of danger and distress, Some beams of light shall shine, To show the world his righteousness, And give him peace divine. 4 His works of piety and love Remain before the Lord ; Sweet peace on earth, and joys above, Shall be his sure reward. OO^ December 17. 7s. Benevento, MORNING HYMN. " For behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the people : but the Lord shall arise upon thee, and his glory shall be seen upon thee. And the Gentiles shall come to thy light, and kings to the brightness of thy rising." — Isa. Ix. 2,3. 1 A T the golden rise of day, -^ Humbly, God, to thee we pray ; Uncreated Source of light, Guide our thoughts and words aright. Holy Father, at thy call Light upon the earth did fall ; Speak the word again, and make Morning o'er our hearts to break. Humbly though our prayer arise, Quickly let it reach the skies ; Show thy reconciling face. Hear from heaven, thy dwelling-place Holy Son, whose lowly birth Ke-illumined the dark earth, Let the Gentiles see thy ray Kings, the brightness of thy day. From the Eternal Source in heaven Light to us on earth be given ; Light of grace to guard from wrath, Light of faith, to guide our path. Holy Spirit, let thy ray Guide our footsteps, day by day ; While through earth's dark path we move To eternal day above. 232 dec] hymns for schools. 353^ 354 353 December 18. L. M. Old Hundred. GOD OUR PROTECTOR AND TRUST. " Behold, God is my salvation ; I will trust and not be afraid ; for the Lord Jehovah is my strength and my song ; he also is "become my salvation." — Isa. xii. 2. 1 nrO thee, mj God, to thee belong -*- Incense of praise and hallowed song ; To thee be all the glory given Of all my mercies under heaven. 2 From danger thou my frame hast kept, "While waking, and what time I slept ; Thou hast my every want supplied. And to my footsteps proved a guide. 3 AMien my departing hour shall come, And I must slumber in the tomb. Oh, then, my God, this faint heart cheer, And far dispel the shades of fear ; 4 And teach me in thy strength to tread The path which leads me to the dead, Assured, when earthly cares are o'er, To rest with thee for evermore. 354 December 19. L. M. Alfreton. LIGHT IN DARKNESS. " So when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, and this mortal shall have put on immortality, then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, Death is swallowed up in victory. — Thanks be to God which giveth us the victory, through our Lord Jesus Christ." — 1 Cor. xv. 54, 57. 1 TF all our hopes and all our fears ^ Were prisoned in life's narrow bound ; If, travellers through this vale of tears, We saw no better world ])eyond ; 2 Oh, who could check the rising sigh ? What earthly thing could pleasure give ? Who then in peace could ever die ? Or who would breathe a wish to live ? u2 233 S55, 356 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [DEC 3 Yet such were life, without the ray From our divine religion given ; 'Tis this that makes our darkness day ; 'Tis this that makes our earth a heaven. 4 Bright is the golden sun above, And beautiful the flowers that bloom ; And all is joy, and all is love, Reflected from a world to come. 355 December 20. C. M. Coronation, YOUTHFUL PR.USE. " Now, my son, the Lord be with thee ; and prosper thou, and build the house of the Lord thy God, as he hath said of thee. Only the Lord give thee wisdom and understanding." — 1 Ohron, xxii. 11, 12. 1 r^ REAT God, in whom we live and move, ^^ Accept our feeble praise. For all the mercy, grace, and love, Which crown our youthful days. 2 For countless mercies, love unknown, Lord, what can we impart ? Thou dost require one gift alone — The ofi'ering of the heart. 3 Incline us, Lord, to give it thee ; Preserve us by thy grace, Till death shall bring us all to see Thy glory, face to face. 356 December 21. 8s & 7s. Wilmot, CONTEND EARNES-LY FOR THE TRUTH. " Have not I commanded thee ? Be strong and of a good cou- rage ; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed : for the Lord thy God is with thee withersoever thou goest." — Josh. i. 9. 1 /CHRISTIAN soldier, heavenward pressing, ^ Onward, let thy watchword be ; God upon thee pours his blessing. What though man derideth thee ! 2 God, for all thy wants providing. Armor trusty hath for thee ; Gird thyself, in him confiding. With the goodly panoply. 234 dec] hymns for schools. 357 3 Righteousness thy breast defending, And thy feet with justice shod ; Onward, with the foe contending, ^Yield thy sword, the word of God. 4 Still the standard o'er thee streaming Be the banner pure of love. Where in glorious blazon beaming Floats thy pinions. Holy Dove. 5 Onward, then, with bold contending In the path the martyrs trod : God to thee his strength is lending, Onward, in the strength of God. 357 December 22. C. M. Warwich PRAYER A>T) PRAISE. "And this is the confidence that we have in him, that if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us : and if we know that he hear us, whatsoever we ask. we know that we have the petitions that we desired of him."' — 1 John v. 1-4, 15. 1 T OE.D, when we bend before thy throne, -^ And our confessions pour. Teach us to feel the sins we own, And shun what we deplore. 2 Our contrite spirits pitying see, And penitence impart ; And let a healing ray from thee Beam hope upon the heart. 3 When our responsive tongues essay Their grateful songs to raise. Grant that our souls may join the lay, And rise to thee in praise. 4 When we disclose our wants in prayer, May we our wills resign, And not a thought our bosom share, Which is not wholly thine. 5 Let faith each meek petition fill, And waft it to the skies. And teach our hearts 'tis goodness still That grants it or denies. 235 358^359 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [DEC. 000 December 23. L. M. 6 lines* Eaton. CHRISTIAN WATCHFULNESS. " Watch, therefore ; for ye know not what hour your Lord doth come." — Matt. xxiv. 42. 1 HTHE God of Israel never sleeps ; -■- The angelic band strict yigil keeps : Above, below, amidst, around, They float in air, or walk the ground ; Leave their bright mansion in the sky, And watch the world with sleepless eye. 2 And shall I, as a slave of sense, Sink in the lap of indolence ? Shall I not wake, and watch, and pray, Ere morn leads on the busy day ? And midst the shades of night prolong The patient prayer and cheerful song ? 3 Come, thou Great Shepherd of the sheep ! Come thou, whose mercies never sleep ! Descend, as in the showers of spring ; Shed holy vigor from thy wing : Then, swift to hear, and strong to bless. Inspire the grace of "watchfulness." 359 December 24. L. M. Effingham. «I will sing of the mercies of the Lord for ever. My soul waiteth for the Lord more than they that watch for the morn- ing." — Ps. Ixxxix. 1, and cxxx. 6. 1 (^H, timely happy, timely wise, ^ Hearts that with rising morn arise ! Eyes that the beam celestial view, Which evermore makes all things new ! 2 New every morning is the love Our wakening and uprising prove ; Through sleep and darkness safely brought, Restored to life and power and thought. 3 New mercies, each returning day, Hover around us while we pray ; New perils past, new sins forgiven, New thoughts of God, new hopes of heaven. 236 dec] hymns for schools. 360; 361 4 Do thou, Lord, in thy dear love Fit us for perfect rest above ; And help us this and every day, To live more nearly as we pray. 360 December 25. 7s. Nuremhurg. NATIVITY OF THE SAVIOUR. "And the angel said unto the shepherds, Fear not: for be- hold I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born, this day, in the city of David, a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord." — Luke ii. 10, 11. ^H ARK I — the herald angels sing, ' Glory to the new-born King ! Peace on earth, and mercy mild, God and sinners reconciled!" 2 Joyful, all ye nations, rise. Join the triumph of the skies ; With the angelic host proclaim, *' Christ is born in Bethlehem." 3 Mild, he lays his glory by, Born, that man no more may die, Born, to raise the sons of earth, Born, to give them second birth. 4 Hail ! the heavenly Prince of peace ! Hail ! the Sun of righteousness ! Light and life to all he brings. Risen with healing in his wings. 5 Let us then with angels sing, — "Glory to the new-born King: Peace on earth, and mercy mild, — God and sinners reconciled." obi December 26. 8s&7s. Greenville. JOT AT THE SAVIOUIl'S BIRTH. "Rejoice greatly, Daughter of Zion; shout, daughter of Jerusalem : behold, thy King cometh unto thee : he is just, and having salvation." — Zech. ix. 9. 1 TTARK ! what mean those holy voices, -'-^ Sweetly sounding through the skies ? Lo ! the angelic host rejoices ; Heavenly hallelujahs rise. 237 362 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [DEC 2 Hear them tell the wondrous story ; Hear them chant, in hymns of joy, " Glory in the highest — glory ! Glory be to God most high ! 3 "Peace on earth, good-will from heaven, Reaching far as man is found, Souls redeemed, and sins forgiven," Loud our golden harps shall sound. 4 " Christ is born, the great Anointed ; Heaven and earth his praises sing ; Oh, receive whom God appointed, For your Prophet, Priest, and King.'* 5 Haste, ye mortals, to adore him ; Learn his name, and taste his joy; Till in heaven ye sing before him, *' Glory be to God most high!" OVZ December 27. L. M. Missionary Chant. SO\G OF THE ANGELS AT THE SAVIOUR'S BIRTH. " And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men." — Luke ii. 13, 14. 1 TT/^HEN Jordan hushed his waters still, * * And silence slept on Zion's hill ; When Bethlehem's shepherds through the night Watched o'er their flocks by starry light ; 2 On wings of light, on wings of flame The glorious hosts of Zion came ; High heaven with songs of triumph rung While thus they struck their harps and sung. 3 *'0 Zion ! lift thy raptured eye. The long expected hour is nigh ; The joys of nature rise again The Prince of Salem comes to reign. 4 "See Mercy, from her golden urn. Pours a rich stream to them that mourn ! Behold, she binds, with tender care. The bleeding bosom of despair ! 238 dec] hymns for schools. 363; 364 5 *'He comes I to cheer the trembling heart, Bids Satan and his host depart ; Again the Day-star gilds the gloom, Again the bowers of Eden bloom. 6 "0 Zion I lift thy raptured eye, The long expected hour is nigh ; The joys of nature rise again, The Prince of Salem comes to reign." obo December 28. S. M. Watchman, CHEIST THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD. " Then spake Jesus again Tinto them, saying, I am the light of the world : he that "followeth me shall not -walk in dark- ness, but shall have the light of life/' — John viii. 12. 1 "OEHOLD, the Prince of Peace, -^^ The chosen of the Lord, God's Trell-beloved Son, fulfils The sure, prophetic word. 2 No royal pomp adorns This King of righteousness : But meekness, patience, truth, and love. Compose his princely dress. 3 The Spirit of the Lord, In rich abundance shed, On this great Prophet gently lights, And rests upon his head. 4 He is the Light of men : His doctrine life imparts ; Oh, may we feel its quickening pjower To warm and cheer our hearts. du4: December 29. 7s&6s. Missionary. THE RAPIDITY OF LITE. *• For what is your life ? It is even a vapor, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away." — James iv. 14. 1 AS flows the rapid river, ^^ vrit" ■ ith channel broad and free, Hs waters rippling ever. And hasting to the sea; 239 365 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. [DEC. So life is onward flowing, And days of oifered peace, And man is swiftly going Where calls of mercy cease. 2 As moons are ever waning, As hastes the sun away, As stormy winds, complaining. Bring on the wintry day ; So fast the night comes o'er us — The darkness of the grave — And death is just before us : — God takes the life he gave. 8 Say, is thy young heart's treasure Laid up in worlds above ? And is it all thy pleasure Thy God to praise and love ? Oh, seek and find him early ; While youth and years are bright ; '.^And he will guide thee surely .'- To realms of endless light. ODD December 30. 7s & 6. Amsterdam. FLIGHT OF TIME. "Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might; for there is no work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom, in the grave whither tiiou goest." — Ecd. ix. 10. 1 'T^IME is winging us away -*- To our eternal home ; Life is but a winter's day — A journey to the tomb ; Youth and vigor soon will flee, Blooming beauty lose its charms ; All that's mortal soon shall be Enclosed in death's cold arms. 2 Time is winging us away To our eternal home ; Life is but a winter's day — A journey to the tomb ; But the Christian shall enjoy Health and beauty, soon, above, Far beyond the world's alloy, Secure in Jesus' love. 240 dec] HY3IXS FOR SCHOOLS. 366 obo December 31. C. M. Peterhorov.gh. REFLECnOXS AT THE CLOSE OF THE YEAR. " For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men : teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this pre- sent world ; looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God, and our Saviour Jesus Christ ; who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purifv unto himself a peculiar peofjle, zealous of good works.'"— ri^u.s ii. 11— U. 1 A XD now, my soul, another year ■^-^ Of my short life is past : I cannot long continue here ; And this may be my last. 2 Part of my doubtful life is gone, Nor will return again ; And swift my fleeting moments run — The few which yet remain I 3 Awake, my soul I with utmost care Thy true condition learn ; What are thy hopes — how sure, how fair, And what thy great concern ? 4 Another year, next morn begins ; Set out afresh for heaven : Seek pardon for thy former sins, Through Christ, so freely given. 5 Devoutly yield thyself to God, And on his grace depend ; With zeal pursue the heavenly road, Nor doubt a happy end. 241 OCCASIONAL HYMNS. obi 8s, 7s & 4s. Greenville. CLOSING OF SCHOOL AT THE END OP A TERM. " The Lord watch between me and thee, whei: we are absent one from another." — Gen. xxxi. 49. 1 T ORD, dismiss us with thy blessing ; -■-^ Fill our hearts with joy and peace; Let us each, thy love possessing, Triumph in redeeming grace : Oh, refresh us, Travelling through this wilderness. 2 Thanks we give, and adoration, For thy gospel's joyful sound; May the fruits of thy salvation In our hearts and lives abound; May thy presence With us evermore be found. 3 Then, whene'er the signal's given Us from earth to call away, Borne on angels' wings to heaven, — Glad the summons to obey, — May v/e ever Reign with Christ in endless day. 000 7s. Benevento. DISJnSSION OF SCHOOL. " And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." — Phil. iv. 7. 1 AS the sun's enlivening eye -^ Shines on every place the same ; So the Lord is alv/ays nigh To the souls that love his name. For a' season called to part, Let us then ourselves commend To the gracious eye and heart Of our ever-present Friend. 242 : 2 ■. ■ • . »w©i«tsm - €5t« ims. rf - , -■-■- •:-■-. r — ^ oHH : : 0,M MmmSjTf^ VJiT ^F ^id^^ " f: 37'' .^ ^: _ . - ^, --.... "- M : :_ I. If. ■ A- 372,873 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 2 To tliee our fervent prayer ascends For parents, teacliers, foes, and friends ; That they and we may feel that love That's felt by every saint above. 3 Guide thou our feet, guard thou our way, With thy blest smile, through every day ; And when each night draws near, then keep Our silent hours, while safe we sleep. 4 When we on earth no more shall meet May we in heaven each other greet ; There praise thee in more lofty strains, Where Christian love for ever reigns. OiZt L. M. Uxhridge. THE SAME — PRAISE FOR PROVIDENTIAL GOODNESS. " Hitherto hath the Lord helped us." — 1 Sam. vii. 12. 1 Tj^TERNAL God ! I bless thy name, -^ The same thy power — thy grace the same : The tokens of thy friendly care Begin, and crown, and close the year. 2 Supported by thy guardian hand. Midst thousand dangers still I stand, And see, when I survey thy ways, A thousand monuments of praise. 3 Thus far thine arm has led me on, Thus far I make thy mercy known ; And, while I tread this desert land, New mercies shall new songs demand. 4 My grateful soul, on Jordan's shore. Shall raise one sacred pillar more ; Then bear, in thy bright courts above. Inscriptions of immortal love. 373 L. M. Wells. AN EVENING HYMN. " Every morning thank and praise the Lord, and likewise at even." — 1 Citron, xxiii. 30. 1 p LORY to thee, my God ! this night, ^^ For all the blessings of the light ; Keep me, oh ! keep me, King of kings ! Beneath the shadow of thy wings. 244 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 374^375 2 Forgive me, Lord ! through thy dear Son, The ill that I this day have done ; That with the world, myself, and thee, My soul, this night, at peace may be. 3 Teach me to live, that I may dread The grave as little as my bed ; Teach me to die, that so I may With joy behold the judgment-day. 4 Lord I let my soul for ever share The bliss of thy paternal care ; 'Tis heaven on earth, 'tis heaven above, To see thy face, and sing thy love. 374 L. M. Hebron. AN EVENING HYMN. " Let my prayer be set forth before thee as incense ; and the lifting up of my hands as the evening sacrifice." — Ps. cxli. 2. 1 ^HUS far the Lord has led me on ; -*- Thus far his power prolongs my days ; And every evening shall make known Some fresh memorial of his grace. 2 Much of my time has run to waste, And I, jjerhaps, am near my home ; But he forgives my follies past ; He gives me strength for days to come. 3 I lay my body down to sleep ; Peace is the pillow for my head ; While well-appointed angels keep Their watchful stations round my bed. 4 Thus, when the night of death shall come, My flesh shall rest beneath the ground. And wait thy voice to break my tomb. With sweet salvation in the sound. 375 L. M. Heir MOENING HYMN FOR A CHILD. " For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways." — Ps. xci. 11. 1 r\ GOD, I thank thee that the night ^-^ In peace and rest hath passed away ; And that I see, in this fair light, My Father's smile, that makes it day. V 2 245 376^ 377 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 2 Be thou my Guide, and let me live As under thine all-seeing eye ; Supply my wants, my sins forgive, And make me happy when I die. 376 L. M. Hebron. EVENING HYMN FOR A CHn>D. "Thou shalt not be afraid for the terror by night ; nor for the arrow that flieth by day." — Ps. xci. 5. 1 A NOTHER day its course hath run, -^ And still, God, thy child is blest ; For thou hast been by day my sun, And thou wilt be by night my rest. 2 Sweet sleep descends, my eyes to close ; And now, when all the world is still, I give my body to repose, — My spirit to my Father's will. 377 L. M. Effingham. SATURDAY EVENING. " And he said unto them, This is that which the Lord hath said, To-morrow is the rest of the Holy Sabbath unto the Lord.'* —Ex. xvi. 23. 1 A NOTHER week has passed away, -^-^ Another Sabbath now draws near ; Lord, with thy blessing crown the day, Which all thy children hold so dear ! 2 Delivered from its weekly load, How light the happy spirit springs, And soars to thy divine abode, With peace and freedom on its wings. 3 Now 'tis our privilege to find A short release from all our care ; To leave the world's pursuits behind, And breathe a more celestial air. 4 Lord, those earthly thoughts destroy. Which cling too fondly to our breast. Through grace prepare us to enjoy The coming hours of hallowed rest. 5 And when thy word shall set us free From every burden that we bear, Oh ! may we rise to rest with thee. And hail a brighter Sabbath there. 246 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 378; 379 O/o CM. Coronation. THE lord's day. "And he said unto them. The Sabbath was made for man, and not man for the Sabbath." — Mark ii. 27. 1 TT^HEN the worn spirit want? repose, * * And sighs her God to seek ; How sweet to hail the evening's close, That ends the weary week I 2 How sweet to hail the early dawn. That opens on my sight ; When first the soul-reYiying morn Beams its new rays of light ! 3 Sweet day, thine hours too soon will cease, Yet while they gently roll, Breathe, heavenly Spirit, source of peace, A Sabbath o'er my soul. 4 When will my pilgrimage be done, The world's long week be o'er ; That Sabbath dawn which needs no sun, That day which fades no more ? 379 C. M. Christmas. lord's day MORXiyG. " But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the first- fruits of them that slept. For since by man came death, by- man came also the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive.*' — 1 Cyjr, xv. 20 — 22. 1 A GAIN the Lord of life and light -^^ Awakes the kindling ray ; Unseals the eyelids of the morn, And pours increasing day. 2 Oh, what a night was that which wi^apt The heathen world in gloom I Oh, what a sun, which broke, tliis day. Triumphant from the tomb I 3 This day be grateful homage paid, And loud hosannas sung ; Let gladness dwell in every heart. And praise on every tongue. 4 Ten thousand differing lips shall join To hail this welcome morn ; WTiich scatters blessings from its wings To nations yet unborn. 247 380^ 881 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 380 S. M. St. Thomas. HYMN FOR A FAST DAY. "Is it such a fast that I have chosen? a day for a man to afflict his soul? is it to how down his head as a bulrush, and to spread sackcloth and ashes under him? AYilt thou call this a fast and an acceptable day to the Lord? Is not this the fast that I have chosen? to loose the bands of wickedness, to undo the heavy burdens, and to let the oppressed go free, and that ye break every yoke," &c. ? — Isa. Iviii. 5, 6. 1 " TS this a fast for me ?"^ -*- Thus saith the Lord our God, — *'A day for man to vex his soul, And feel affliction's rod ? — 2 " Like bulrush low to bow His sorrow-stricken head, With sackcloth for his inner vest, And ashes round him spread ? 3 "Shall day like this have power To stay the avenging hand, Efface transgression, or avert My judgments from the land ? 4 *'No; is not this alone The sacred fast I choose, — Oppression's yoke to burst in twain, The bands of guilt unloose ? — 5 **To nakedness and want Your food and raiment deal, To dwell your kindred race among, And all their sufferings heal ? 6 " Then like the morning ray Shall spring your health and light ; Before you, righteousness shall shine. Behind, my glory bright!" 381 L. M. Old Hundred. HYMN FOR NATIONAL THANKSGIVING. "To do justice and judgment is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice." — Prov. xxi. 3. 1 /"^ BEAT God, beneath whose piercing eye ^^ The world's extended kingdoms lie, We bow before thy heavenly throne. Thy power we see, thy goodness own. HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 382 2 To thee "with grateful hearts we raise The tribute of exulting praise : Here thou our fathers' steps didst guide, Here Freedom's banner spread they wide. 3 Our country's Guardian, Guide, and Friend, Thou didst thy care and aid extend ; But oh ! how ill have we repaid That constant care, that constant aid I 4 Of Freedom's rights, for which we toiled, Have we our fellow-men despoiled ; Oppression's crime and sinfulness We would with deepest shame confess. 5 Oh, turn us, turn us, mighty Lord, Incline our hearts t' obey thy word ; And do to each and all the same That we from them may justly claim. fJoJi 7s & 6s. ^lissionary. EUEAL CELEBEAnON. *• Let the heavens rejoice, and let the earth be glad ; let the Bea roar, and the fulness thereof. Let the field t^ joyful, and all that is therein : then shall all the trees of the wood rejoice before the Lord."— P5. xcvi. 11, 12, 13. 1 /^OME, when the leaves are greenest, ^ Come, in the flush of light, Come, when the air is sweetest. Come, when the flowers are bright ; Come, leave thy cares behind thee, Lay all thy books away. And let the green fields find thee, Devout, and pure, and gay. 2 Here study every feature — Here read in every line — In every plant and creature. That Nature's book's divine ; That God has made in beauty The world in which we live. To teach us of our duty, To know him, and believe. 3 see him on the mountain, — And hear him in the rill ; 249 883 HYMNS FOPv SCHOOLS, Speaking from every fountain, And vocal in the jiill ; The planets in their rising, Him day and night proclaim, — While every season changing, Attests his glorious name. 4 Tlien when the leaves are greenest, And skies are flush with light; Then when the air is sweetest And all the flowers are bright, — Come, leave thy cares behind thee, Lay all thy books away, — • Here let thy Maker find thee,— Here love, adore, and pray. 000 L. M. Uxhridge. DEATH OF A TEACHER. " And I heard a voice from heaven, sayingc unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth : yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors ; and their works do follow them." — Hev. xiv. 13. 1 TTOW blest the righteous when he dies, — -■-*- When sinks a weary soul to rest ! How mildly beam the closing eyes ! How gently heaves the expiring breast! 2 So fades a summer-cloud away ; So sinks the gale when storms are o'er; So gently shuts the eye of day ; So dies a wave along the shore. 3 A holy quiet reigns around, — A calm which life nor death destroys ; Nothing disturbs that peace profound. Which his unfettered soul enjoys. 4 Farewell, conflicting hopes and fears ! Where lights and shades alternate dwell! How bright the unchanging morn appears! Farewell, inconstant world ! farewell ! 5 Life's duty done, as sinks the clay. Light from its load the spirit flies ; While heaven and earth combine to say, — "How blest the righteous when he dies!" 250 384 HYMNS FOR SCHOOLS. 384, 385 C. M. Mear. DEATH OF A TEACHER, " For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him." — 1 Thes. iv. 14. 1 "f TrHAT though the arm of conquering death * * Does now our peace invade ; What though our teacher and our friend Is numbered with the dead ; — 2 Though earthly shepherds sink to rest, No more to guide the young ; The watchful eye in darkness closed, And dumb the instructive tongue ; — 3 The eternal Shepherd still survives, ' His teaching to impart : Lord, be our Leader and our Guide, And rule and keep our heart. 4 Thy spirit, dearest teacher, fled, Sustained by grace divine ; Oh, may such grace on us be shed And make our end like thine. 000 8s & 7s. Sicilian Hymn, DEATH OF A PUPtt. "For this corruptible must put on incorruption, and thia mortal must put on immortality." — 1 Cor. xv. 53. 1 (^NE sweet flower has drooped and faded, ^^ One loved scholar's voice has fled, One fair brow the grave has shaded. One dear school-mate now is dead. 2 Why should we feel thoughts of sadness ? For our friend is happy now ; She has knelt in soul-felt gladness, Where the blessed angels bow. 3 She has gone to heaven before us, But she turns and waves her hand, Pointing to the glories o'er us, In that happy spirit-land. 4 May our footsteps never falter In the path that she has trod ; May we worship at the altar Of the great and living God. 251 386,387 IIYxMNS FOR SCHOOLS, 5 Lord, may angels watch above us, Keep us all from error free — May they guard, and guide, and love us, Till, like Aer, we go to thee. 386 C. M. Mear. DEATH OF A PUPIL. " And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes ; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, nei- ther shall there be any more pain," — Rev. xxi. 4. 1 /^ALM on the bosom of thy God, ^ Young spirit, rest thee now ! E'en while with us thy footstep trod, His seal was on thy brow. 2 Dust to its narrow house beneath ! Soul to its place on high ! They that have seen thy look in death, No more may fear to die. 3 Lone are the paths, and sad the hours, Since thy meek spirit's gone ; But, oh, a brighter home than ours. In heaven, is now thine own ! Oo7 C. M. Peterborough. THE DEPARTURE OF THE CHRISTIAN. " Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints " —Ps. cxvi. 15. 1 "PjEAPv as thou wert, and justly dear, -■-^ We will not weep for thee : One thought shall check the starting tear. It is — that thou art free. w And thus shall faith's consoling powers The tears of love restrain ; Oh, who that saw thy parting hour Could wish thee here again ? 3 Triumphant in thy closing eye. The hope of glory shone ; Joy breathed in thy expiring sigh. To think the fight was won. 4 Gently the passing spirit fled, Sustained by grace divine ; Oh, may such grace on me be shed. And make my end like thine 1 252 253 r -ii OLD HUXDRED. L. M. /TS ■{/>>- ' /■v-ff- iZo ^- ■ . ^ ^ -^ 'S ^ ^ -5-^ ^ ^ ^9- . (ri ' ""-'^ ^ ^ *^ n Li "^ r:N ■ ■ ' ' /C^ rx.-* ii ^ ^ -n ^ ^ ^. ^•->" /^ r? ^^ J I y O ^ ^ r --? r:s /TV V **^ /? ^ ■^ '^ ^ ^ ':^ ^ ^ fv-v ** 5- ^ A ^ ^ ;«>,,,. ^^^ ' ' ' ^Ts iC^'" S /^ T'"^ ^ '^ ^ ^ J* '5' 1 ^ ' c^ ^ 1 25 1 'V i. n ALFRETOX. L . M. (*3 _j 1 V 9 ^ ^ \^ f^ ^-e? n r^'-C^-- ^ #• -^3 L-v^— iS ^. - 4-^ --S_ (0 2 ^^ ^^ "5^ -^ — ^ -^ ^^^ ^ ^ r^« *) ^ fZ, • ^ Ci •-J. £l ^ i-^ 7 9 ^ !■ / 4 . 1 ■-^ ^ Q — - ^ /^ ^!___^_- 1 - ifv:^ ^^ ^^•^ J-g^-^^ 1 ^^;p . . #^ ^ (S T-f V . ^ i Cl* /5 *5 ^ 'S' ^ /Ci k^ "■ /• ^ ^ 7 ^ i f DUKI : STREET. L. M. /^9-f^-^__^ ^^-^ ^-^^ -^- 1^* * - ^ o '^^ — - -- r~^ ^ ^ 5:r* f^-^ % =S ^ , — -^- *^ P*~ — ^ V — - 3 ^f 1 o ■■ ^^ — ^ — V .^ JLL w 254 EFFINGHAM. L. M. PORTUGAL. L. M. 3=1== ^FhH^- i*^=^ S^ -*-h- *± ^: ^ m td-H ^m mm^ m n i ^=F^ M ' I -^ f ^ Pi ■fzfz:^ -d — ^ ^ :oo -^ — •y-^T' HEBROX. L. M. 1 ^ /C^ \^-^^, _ ^ ^ -5 - # ^ ^ ^ --^=^»-^- H \.» V #-# _J -^ 1 ^ > ^^ —B^ • • ^ -^ -^ . :^ ^\^- '^^ 0'^\\ A — ^ -> 1 ^ . ^ # ^T^ ^^ 7-5 — # S^-S- ^ ^ 5»^=2^^ • — ^^r^— •^^ — # i |. ^ 3IISSI0XAEY CHAXT. ( Sterling.) L. M. ir^'^^^^ - m d m m- -^X9^ -^- ^ # * ^^ 5^ — ^-0^^. 5^- -^0 \ ^t ?— 1 1 r 9-?^:E r— ^ ^5 _ ^.«^ : fv _J 1 1 1 1 \ Li^LJU y _ ^ - ^ ^ ^^^^5r-^ \ : ^:^z£i- # # # # iS ^ ^ -^.0J^j V ^ 9^=^ - - ^, z^-T r WELLS. L. M. ! V 3 — ^^^s_ JLp-^^^ L i^fei:^: -y-^ a-^ -^-^*-^^ ^^^=5=F i*^ 'T^ 1 /^N 19^=^- ^>., "',1^ s-^- S-- :5 — -r- (S 2i ^-- 1 \ — c ^- 1 ^ # — 1 r * * - — 1— . ^TN A?-^-* m ^ -#—--— 4- # ^ -o^ — ^=i=^ 256 TRURO. L. M. tt 5^^ t^ ■t ^(2- ^H^ VL^. ^=^ •SMa m^?? S^^ 'tf--^?/^- f^^-^ fl^ fc ssa ■^ h--H — ^ ^H2^ 4-H-f ^5^T-#- S ^P4p ^ UXBRIDGE. L. M. ^^ iE£ H^- 9 -iutflr^r ■«--s> — #- -s4^ =« g^-gH i Ke P3=4 «±^ f?6 f^^ f-^f- s it::f: WARD. L. M. ^td^ -J ^ liz^ M Q^'^^ ^^^ I-. *J III 1 1 I'll r-v, - f^tM ^- \^ -r-T,1 r- h^H -gl-g-h s^r Si • ^- -.-SH^ 257 QUITO. L. M. * ^ '■# ' . ' : ' ' 9 .. . 1 - ¥ 2-lL^ «=^ ••*«,* ^~^^ —r-^^ b± m -^ ^^ ^::s^ ^ 'ion* ^^r _^_ Tt^ -v-/ 1 ^T-* . . 1 — ' ~G-- ^=?? ^ ^ ^ g Wl £:^\ ^.n ^'- rr ^ -g z^=?^ ^-H^ COROXATIOX. C. M. <=):; '-4 — * * . , - - -*-• - - . —M±j^^ — z^ _ — ^ m o 9 9 IB wL—m. U— . n^^ 1 V *^Lf"^ ' «A # -^ ^ *"* ^. /L '^JS ^ a \ ^ ^ •* ^ ffr\ f r P ^ r \S\J , , ^* IT ff ^ d'" ? ' ^ ^^ ^ ■ ^ ^ r2 ' 1 }••'> « ^ ^ H^ ^ ^ r * i ■ 1'- - 1 1 1 ii-ii_ 1 f^ -#- — #n -# ^ ^ # - » ^ P w2 ififzz^ -f^*—^- 258 JORDAN. C. M. ■ {[ , I -sH^ ^^p^f^^ ^^^ 'f^jg-a^, ^^^^§^^^^fflgES^ :?=&:t:^ ^2M^-=ip ::i2: I * ARLINGTON. 0. M. t5=t S S ^=S=5 ^ i^-5^ 0'4-Gh zj^irqsi^ p p ^\m ss at i ^?^ a g^fflff^^^t^t^^^a 259 CHRISTMAS. C. M. ■f-^. — 1 r— ^ r^ — ^ [ • ^ 1 ^#^ jL.-^ ^y ^ ^> ^ ^o o fr\/ A'y-.^ ^ i**^ .<^.^- ^^ ^^ C\« -. m <^ ••* ^ ^ ^ ^. 7 /*^«^ <^ #.* ^ ^*o / y ^ , • r LAXESBOEO\ c. M. V ■'« Q A.^^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^* ^ ^ r^A tfd ^ ^r v^ .; ** ^ ^ t> ' ^rrs^ — w^ "5--— ^i ^ <5 ^m»M #_. 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