Ralph Waldo Emerson, comp. (1803–1882). Parnassus: An Anthology of Poetry. 1880.
ProvidenceWilliam Cowper (17311800)
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His wonders to perform:
He plants his footsteps in the sea,
And rides upon the storm.
Of never-failing skill,
He treasures up his bright designs,
And works his sovereign will.
The clouds ye so much dread
Are big with mercy, and shall break
In blessings on your head.
But trust him for his grace:
Behind a frowning providence
He hides a smiling face.
Unfolding every hour:
The bud may have a bitter taste;
But sweet will be the flower.
And scan his works in vain:
God is his own interpreter;
And he will make it plain.