Olney Hymn 62: Dependence Poem Rhyme Scheme and Analysis
Rhyme Scheme: ABAB CDCE FG HIHI JKJK LI MTo 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 ' | - |
But 'Grant I never may ' | - |
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Man's wisdom is to seek | H |
His strength in God alone | I |
And e'en an angel would be weak | H |
Who trusted in his own | I |
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Retreat beneath his wings | J |
And in His gace confide | K |
This more exalts the King of kings | J |
Than all your works beside | K |
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In Jesus is our store | L |
Grace issues from His throne | I |
Whoever says 'I want no more ' | - |
Confesses he has done | M |
William Cowper
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