The Starry Heavens

What a scene to gaze on high, O’er the grandeur of the sky, When the night’s rich purple shade Is with thousand stars arrayed.

God their march in order guides, Each within his power abides. Wond’rous wisdom! can he then Deign to mark the sons of men!

Thought infirm! for infinite Is His providential sight, And no things of earth and air, Small or mean, elude His care.

What sweet comfort to each breast, That would on his mercy rest, Thus to know a Father’s love, Guards us as the stars above.

By Thy Spirit’s grace impart That pure, humble, contrite heart, Loved of Thee, that we may share All thy goodness, power, and care.