¶ Nature's Delight.
HArk, my Soul, how every thing
Strives to serve our bounteous King.
Each a double tribute pays,
Sings its part, and then obeys.
Natures chief and sweetest quire,
Him with chearful notes admire,
Chanting every day their Lauds,
Whilst the Grove their song applauds.
Though their Voices lower be,
Streams have too their melody.
Night and day they warbling run,
Never pause, but still sing on.
All the flowers that gild the Spring,
Hither their sweet musick bring.
If Heaven bless them, thankful they
Smell more sweet, and look more gay.
Only we can scarce afford
Due thanksgivings to our Lord.
We, on whom his bounty flowes,
All things give:, and nothing owes.
Wake for shame, my sluggish heart,
Wake, and gladly sing thy part.
Learn of Beasts, of Springs, and Flowers,
How to use thy noble Powers.