Awake, my soul, and with the sun

Thy daily stage of service run;

Shake off dull sloth, and joyful rise,


To pay thy morning sacrifice.
Thy precious time misspent, redeem
Each present day thy last esteem

Improve thy talent with due care
For this great day thyself prepare.


Praise God, from Whom all blessings flow;

Praise Him, all creatures here below;

Praise Him above, ye heavenly host;


Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.

All praise to Thee, who safe has kept


And has refreshed me while I slept

Guard my first springs of thought and will,

And with Yourself my spirit fill. Lord,

I my vows to Thee renew
Disperse my sins as morning dew
Direct, control, suggest, this day

All I design, or do, or say,