Fallen? No; his part was finished
In the earthly toil and strife;
He hath but lain his armor by,
And entered into life.
Silent? No; tho’ hushed forever
Tones that did like music thrill,
Through example, helpful, holy,
Lo, he speaketh still.
Vanished? Lost to those that loved him?
No; his spirit lingering near
Still doth woo them, onward, upward,
Whispering, “Be of cheer.”
Crowned? Aye, crowned in earth and heaven;
Here with laurels fairly won;
There with star-lit diadem,
Inscribed “Well done! well done!”