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wise the simple : the statutes of the Lord are right, 

 rejoicing the heart : the commandment of the Lord is 

 pure, enlightening the eyes ; the fear of the Lord ii 

 clean, enduring for ever : the judgment of the Lord 

 is true and righteous altogether. More to be de- 

 sired than fine gold ; sweeter also than honey and the 

 honev-comb." 



SEPTEMBER. 



THE CORN-FIELD. 



* Here Ceres' gifts in waving prospect stand, 

 And nodding tempt the joyful reaper's hand; 

 Rich industry sits smiling on the plains, 

 And peace and plenty tell Jehovah reigns.' 



Op all the objects which attract the eye at this 

 delightful season, there is none of greater interest than 

 a fine field of standing corn. The Psalmist beautifully 

 gives vent to his feelings, and expresses the true fervor 

 ©f an admirer of nature, when he observes, ** The valliet 

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