SWEET VIOLETS. 





Of gentle souls and guileless 

 The fragrant Yiolets tell, 



Diffusing peace and gladness 

 "WTiere'er on earth they dwell. 



In actions pure and lovely, 

 That shrink from idle gaze, 



These ministers of mercy 

 Delight to pass their days : 



And many a word of blessing 

 From sick and dying beds, 



Where they have borne refreshing 

 Is shower'd upon their heads ; — 



Of blessing twofold precious, 

 For theirs that promise sure 



Of recompense most gracious 

 Which ever shall endure'^. 



•> St. Matt. X. 42. 



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