VERSE: GIVE PLACE
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Starry Crowns of Heaven Set in azure night! Linger yet a little Ere you hide your light:- —Nay; let Starlight fade away Heralding the day!
Snowflakes pure and spotless, Still, oh, still remain, Binding dreary winter, In your silver chain:- —Nay; but melt at once and bring Radiant sunny Spring!
Blossoms, gentle blossoms, Do not wither yet; Still for you the sun shines, Still the dews are wet:— —Nay; but fade and wither last, Fruit must come at last!
Joy, so true and tender, Dare you not abide? Will you spread your pinions, Must you leave our side? —Nay; an Angel’s shining grace Waits to fill your place!