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  And since it cannot do us harm, It is the drink for me.

 

Father in Heaven! my spirit ought Thy blessing to implore, Admitted where thy truths are taught. And pious hearts adore.

Instruct my ignorance, I pray, My wayward passions tame, From every folly guard my way, From every sin reclaim.

Each task with pleasure may I learn, Each Scripture-lesson prize, And grant thy wisdom to discern Whate'er in darkness lies. 