On Seeing An Amiable Woman Distressed In Mind
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Oh gracious God, her peace restore,
And make her sufferings less;
Let frenzied thoughts disturb no more,
Or sorrow on her press.
Pour down thy blessings, on a mind
Encompass’d round by grief;
Let fortune smile and friends be kind,
To nature grant relief.
’Twas pure affection caus’d her tears,
And furrow’d beauty’s face;
But thou can lull to rest her fears,
By thy almighty grace.
May guardian angels plant their seat,
Beside the lovely fair;
While hope and comfort frequent meet,
To keep her from despair.
Tranquillity thou dove-ey’d maid,
A visit quickly pay;
Of virtue’s self, be not afraid,
Stay with her all the day.