Dependence Poem Rhyme Scheme and Analysis
Rhyme Scheme: ABAB CDCE FGHG IJIJ KLKL MJMN| To keep the lamp alive | A |
| With oil we fill the bowl | B |
| 'Tis water makes the willow thrive | A |
| And grace that feeds the soul | B |
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| The Lord's unsparing hand | C |
| Supplies the living stream | D |
| It is not at our own command | C |
| But still derived from Him | E |
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| Beware of Peter's word | F |
| Nor confidently say | G |
| I never will deny Thee Lord | H |
| But Grant I never may | G |
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| Man's wisdom is to seek | I |
| His strength in God alone | J |
| And e'en an angel would be weak | I |
| Who trusted in his own | J |
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| Retreat beneath his wings | K |
| And in His gace confide | L |
| This more exalts the King of kings | K |
| Than all your works beside | L |
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| In Jesus is our store | M |
| Grace issues from His throne | J |
| Whoever says I want no more | M |
| Confesses he has done | N |
William Cowper
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