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1852–1933

MATINS

Henry Van Dyke

Flowers rejoice when night is done, Lift their heads to greet the sun; Sweetest looks and odours raise, In a silent hymn of praise.

So my heart would turn away From the darkness to the day; Lying open in God's sight Like a flower in the light.

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