Thus saith the Wisdom of the Lord,

"Blest is the man that hears my word,

Keeps daily watch before my gates,

And at my feet for mercy waits.

"The soul that seeks me shall obtain

Immortal wealth and heav'nly gain;

Immortal life is his reward;

Life, and the favor of the Lord.

"But the vile wretch that flies from me

Doth his own soul an injury;

Fools that against my grace rebel

Seek death, and love the road to hell."