Wisdom.

WISDOM.

INFINITE Wisdom! nature's source Whate'er thy hand has wrought, Each in its rank pursues its course, By thee divinely taught.

Thy heavens in dazzling beauty shine, And silent order move; And still fulfilling thy design, Their Maker's wisdom prove.

Nor needs the eye of man to soar Beyond his own abode; Whate'er its search can there explore, Proclaims alike a God.

Earth fill'd with life, with beauty dress'd, Thy wisdom's work and care; Whilst Man, its lord, high o'er the rest, Appears a wonder there.

His curious frame, more curious mind, His heart, with feeling fraught; By heavenly wisdom were design'd, And wonderfully wrought.

God not to lower being gave, Reason, man's suited guide; But order'd instinct there to save, Where reason was denied.

Upon thy wisdom, mighty lord, Shall thy creation rest; It safe protection can afford, And still contrives the best.

Its means are sure, its end is right, In each unerring plan; Thro' all thy works it beams its light, Upon the mind of man.

Oh may these thoughts possess my mind, Inspire my hope and trust; Since whatsoever God design'd, Is wisest, best, most just.