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!
