In the soft season of thy youth

Verse 1

In the soft season of thy youth, In nature's smiling bloom, Ere age arrives, and, trembling, wait Its summons to the tomb.

Verse 2

Remember thy Creator, God; For Him thy powers employ. Make Him thy fear, thy love, thy hope, Thy confidence, thy joy.

Verse 3

He shall defend and guide thy course Through life's uncertain sea, Till thou art landed on the shore Of blest eternity.

Verse 4

Then seek the Lord betimes, and choose The path of heavenly truth; The earth affords no lovelier sight Than a religious youth. Amen.