Only a Little While

Verse 1

Only a little while Shall I earth's vigils keep; Only a little while, And then a peaceful sleep. Only a little way The path leads on before, Into a city still; Into the great "No More."

Chorus

Only a little while have I on earth to sorrow; Only a little while, And comes the glad tomorrow.

Verse 2

Oh, for the fadeless bloom Of Paradise' sweet bowers! Where changeless joys illume The never-ending hours. Oh, for the waters calm! The pastures ever fair! Oh, for the healing balm! The Shepherd's tender care!

Verse 3

Now louder sounds their cry From watchmen on the height; And clearer on my eye Gleams heaven's beacon light; And strains of heavenly song Earth's weary pains beguile. Oh, failing heart be strong! 'Tis but a little while.