Poem by William Cowper

A Comparison. Addressed to a Young Lady

Sweet stream that winds through yonder glade,
Apt emblem of a virtuous maid
Silent and chaste she steals along,
Far from the world's gay busy throng:
With gentle yet prevailing force,
Intent upon her destined course;
Graceful and useful all she does,
Blessing and blest where'er she goes;
Pure-bosom'd as that watery glass,
And Heaven reflected in her face.

1. Olney Hymn 13. The Covenant
2. Olney Hymn 17. The House of Prayer
3. Olney Hymn 22. Prayer for Children
4. Olney Hymn 47. The Hidden Life
5. Olney Hymn 55. The Heart Healed and Changed by Mercy

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