Verse 1

MY soul, there is a country Afar beyond the stars, Where stands a winged sentry All skillful in the wars.

Verse 2

There above noise, and danger, Sweet peace sits crowned with smiles, and One born in a manger Commands the beauteous files.

Verse 3

He is thy gracious Friend, And - O my soul, awake! Did in pure love descend, To die here for thy sake.

Verse 4

If thou canst get but thither, There grows the flower of peace, The Rose that cannot wither, Thy fortress and thy ease.

Verse 5

Leave then thy foolish ranges, For none can thee secure But one who never changes, Thy God, thy life, thy cure.

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